Hi Melissa - Thanks so much for making us aware of this article! I guess we can now call you a "cover girl" as we celebrate your continued contributions in making others aware of the realities of life with cancer. I'm going to share your article with others who have lung cancer and appreciate that you shared it with us.
I also wanted to let you know that I value and learn from your blog posts, and they inspire me in my own efforts to live with leukemia. One of the things I've discovered in this journey is that the information and attitudes in the websites and support groups for younger people have a strong focus on self empowerment and living one's life to the fullest despite having cancer. Although I may not be classified as "young" in age, I am "young" in heart and mind. I'm familiar with, or a member of, most of the groups listed with your article because I've found that many of the more mainstream cancer groups don't meet my needs. They are often too focused on preparation for the end of life and on getting donations for the organizations. Like you, my focus is to "enjoy life, and all that you've been given."
I'm looking forward to your next post, and continuing this journey with you. I know it has to be hard at times to write to us, and yet you continue to do so, and it means a lot to every single person who reads your words and learns from you.
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Hi Melissa - Thanks so much for making us aware of this article! I guess we can now call you a "cover girl" as we celebrate your continued contributions in making others aware of the realities of life with cancer. I'm going to share your article with others who have lung cancer and appreciate that you shared it with us.
I also wanted to let you know that I value and learn from your blog posts, and they inspire me in my own efforts to live with leukemia. One of the things I've discovered in this journey is that the information and attitudes in the websites and support groups for younger people have a strong focus on self empowerment and living one's life to the fullest despite having cancer. Although I may not be classified as "young" in age, I am "young" in heart and mind. I'm familiar with, or a member of, most of the groups listed with your article because I've found that many of the more mainstream cancer groups don't meet my needs. They are often too focused on preparation for the end of life and on getting donations for the organizations. Like you, my focus is to "enjoy life, and all that you've been given."
I'm looking forward to your next post, and continuing this journey with you. I know it has to be hard at times to write to us, and yet you continue to do so, and it means a lot to every single person who reads your words and learns from you.
Take care, Pat
January 17, 2010 - 10:04amThis Comment
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