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Has your diagnosis changed the way you view holidays and birthdays?

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urthmothr

Since my prognosis is so positive, I don't feel the need to add these events to my "bucket list." They are as important as ever, but not more so.

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Timtam56

Two things" I want to travel more desperately because I know my life will be short. But I am afraid to travel because it will be more difficult with bone Mets and getting insurance.

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Tine64

I always keep positive celebrate birthdays, enjoy travelling but the negativity always sets in when looking for travel insurance which highlights and discriminates you for having had treatment for cancer.

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iamTeal

The world looks different and I'm not the same person prior to being diagnosed. Life seems shorter now even though I'm NED. I've been live from the end...in the moment and not planning too far in advance.

Happy Holidays Everyone!😘

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RLN-overcomer

Good afternoon Sister/warrior. Now I don't put off doing things/events that give me joy, thinking I will/can do it next week, month or year. I realize how precious time with loved ones really is. I don't take anything for granted. Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, even those people who have not been diagnosed with an ailment that causes you to contemplate your earthly mortality. I thank God when I rise from rest every day, and I am in my pain free, and fully functioning body. I am grateful to still be here on earth, and, still be able to spend celebratory time with my loved ones. H-A-P-P-Y T-H-A-N-K-S-G-I-V-I-N-G to you, the staff of Health Unlocked, the staff of Share, my sister/warriors, and those who are fighting to eradicate this disease. Amen XoXoXoXo

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Misor

I celebrate birthdays, weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs in a victory fashion

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Martsmum

Life generally seems nearer to its end and events seem less important.

I have survived two bouts with breast cancer and view each and every day as a blessing!!!! I ask myself each day “ what can I learn today that I didn’t know yesterday?” or how can I share my knowledge and experience to help someone else?

I look forward now to each and every birthday and holiday to share with loved ones!!! Also take time to remember loved ones who have passed on!!!!