It's October and I am doing well. My last check up and MRI in September came back clear. I am so grateful, relieved, empowered, and supported by my medical team, family, and friends. This amazing group of people continues to inspire me to power through as each challenge is tackled. Kicking ass and taking names for each step in this process. I wish the same for every cancer patient. Gathering information and getting yourself heard can be so difficult for some. I hear it, and read it all the time.
My experience as you all of you know has not been like that. With Bill by my side, we have checked off so many items on the checklist to good health. That continues. Still on Tamoxifen there are continued conversations about what that means long term, how treatment protocols have already changed/advanced this year, what combinations of meds I will need, (do I really have to do another trial of an aromatase inhibitor?), what possible surgery may be pursued, and generally how to live life after chemo, radiation, and eight surgeries.
I continue to follow some warriors and send prayers and good vibes to Judy, Brad, Carl, and Pam who continue through their treatment. Millions of folks with cancer fighting every day. The American Cancer Society is an organization that helps so many. Please take a minute to read the note below from my beloved childhood friend Janet Manning Smith about the small part The Puckered Up Team will play to support that organization. So many of you have been long term supporters. Thank you for all that you do.
Puckered Up for Tracy
Team
c/o Janet
Smith
11 Prospect
Street
Dover, NH
03820
