In a new relationship with a wonderful man back in May 2007 I felt a small lump near my nipple, being the optomist that I am felt sure it would be of no concern how wrong was I ? > the next few weeks were distressing & confusing hearing about the required treatment. From the lumpectomy operation to then further lymph node removal followed with chemo & radiation treatment all taking 12months to complete. How did we get thru that time ? Fantastic girl friends & family who were there for me & my loving partner at my side constantly. Deciding that this interuption to my / our life was to be a minimal as possible I decided that we would continue as normally as we could. I planned on breaking in a young horse giving me reason to get up & out which helped me tremendously. The 12months flew by before we knew it all the treatment was done & dusted here we were planning a wedding what a celebration.
Here we are now 2010 my health is fantastic my life is wondeful we enjoy every day that we are blessed with, keep it simple, don't sweat the little things tell your family & loved ones that they are special to you and keep on smiling.
The breast cancer clinics have provided wonderful support for all the women and men battling cancer, what a great organisation to have when our lives momentarily fall apart they help pick up the pieces & hold your hand.
Life after breast cancer for many yes it's wonderful, lets also remember those not so fortunate to survive their journey. Sue Rowden
Mt Pleasant, Australia
