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Shannon's Hope: August 2010
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Thursday, August 26, 2010. Today I had the final surgery of my breast reconstruction. Mike and I left for UCLA at 5 am this morning and got home at 5 pm. Not bad, a twelve-hour turnaround. The surgery was for the nipples. I know that sounds weird, but it's part of the process. It only took 3-1/2 years. I'm wrapped in an ace bandage for two days (pew! Thanks for checking in. After healing, I'l...
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Shannon's Hope: September 2010
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Tuesday, September 21, 2010. I'll come up with some project to keep me busy. Will keep you posted. Sunday, September 12, 2010. It's hard to believe that yesterday was the nine-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and the airline which brave American citizens fought against the terrorists to keep them from crashing into a highly populated area.
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Shannon's Hope: December 2010
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Thursday, December 09, 2010. My article about being emotionally prepared for the end of treatment was published in the Nov/Dec Marian Cancer Center Newsletter (article on page 2 and 3). Click on the link below. Http:/ www.marianmedicalcenter.org/stellent/groups/public/@xinternet con mmc/documents/webcontent/211837.pdf. Chapter One: 1. Gemstone Faith. Yosemite's Dirty Little Secret.
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Shannon's Hope: Happy Anniversary to Me
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Thursday, May 12, 2011. Happy Anniversary to Me. Now that I have all that venting aside, it's time to take a minute to reflect. Six years ago today, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It's a day locked in my memory forever. I can feel the butterflies in my stomach as I remember the moment I knew I would be told I had cancer. We are all survivors. What incredible spirits we have to take w...
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Shannon's Hope: July 2010
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Wednesday, July 28, 2010. Hanna competing in Thousand Oaks. Andy and Herbert the Swine at the fair. After giving my speech at Relay for Life. I recently came across the following scripture which is really encouraging to me. Sometimes it's really hard to understand the Word of God, and other times it just makes sense, and the Lord reveals just what I need when I need it. I have stage IV breast...
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Shannon's Hope: Feelin' Fine
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Sunday, April 10, 2011. After first chemotherapy last week, I am doing well. I do believe that it along with steroids are making a difference. Have some pain which is being well controlled with Vicodin. My face is beat red from the steroids I guess. I look like I just got back from the beach. If only it were that warm, eh! Chapter One: 1. Gemstone Faith. Yosemite's Dirty Little Secret.
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Shannon's Hope: Can I Vent?
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Monday, May 09, 2011. I have been battling a cough for, oh, a few years. Basically since I had radiation to my ribs and chest. It's been called pneumonitis, but in short, it's a cough; a side effect of treatment. This problem is also having a pretty frustrating affect on Mike too. He can't fix it, and he's beyond annoyed that no physician has been successful in controlling it. My well your fl...
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Shannon's Hope: This Weeks Chemo
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Friday, April 15, 2011. Received chemo on Wednesday and that all went well. Enjoyed working on my bible study on the Book of Esther. The scripture references given from various books were uplifting and encouraged me strive more to be a better person, with a good attitude. We can never have too much of that. Don't double up on your sleep aid. That was dumb. Have a good weekend.
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Shannon's Hope: November 2010
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October 2, 1966 - May 23, 2011. You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. Thursday, November 18, 2010. Good News for the Holidays. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. There's always blessings to be thankful for no matter what is going on in life. Look for the simple things. Do you ever find yourself smiling by an unexpected memory of something that gives you joy? Be thankful for that additional moment of joy a memory can bring. Chapter One: 1. Gemstone Faith.
