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Here's to Your Health:  Breast cancer awareness Month  |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
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 Posted - Oct 12 2004 : 09:09:16 AM
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It's almost that time again girls ( and guys!) Just a reminder and if you want to help click on the website it's fast and doesn't cost a thing to help someone in need get the tests that might save their life. Thanks!
It's that time to make appointments to ensure that our bodies stay well. I can attest that a six month follow up this summer found a
substantial change and resulted in a lumpectomy. Benign...hallelluah!
Had I waited six more months...possibly a different outcome (due to family history). We must treasure ourselves !
We can also help provide free mammograms to women in need just by clicking on www.thebreastcancersite.com/. It's totally free and you can help someone (no strings attached). Don't delay...your health is a terrible thing to waste! Bramble
2005 Update:...Six month/ year check-ups were both clear...Whew!
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cecelia
True Blue Farmgirl
497 Posts
cecelia
new york
USA
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Posted - Oct 12 2004 : 8:28:28 PM
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I already have an appointment for next week! Luckily my annual physical comes at this time of year, so I never miss. Have never had any problems, though lots of friends/relatives have had some problems. Bramble is right - take care of yourselves.
Cecelia
ce's farm
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
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Posted - Oct 13 2004 : 3:32:35 PM
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Bamble,
I have had 5 lumps removed through 3 surgeries, starting in my twenties in college. All have been benign (called fibroidadnoma's), but my mother is a 12 year survivor of breast cancer and her mother had breast cancer as well. I have had regular mammograms since I was 30.
I have an e-mail reminder sent to me every day to 'click' and support free mamograms. I love the site!
farmgirl@heart
Be at peace with yourself and the rest will follow |
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Eileen
True Blue Farmgirl
1199 Posts
Eileen
USA
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Posted - Oct 13 2004 : 5:45:52 PM
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Was just informed today that the wife of our Bee supply guru in Silverdale Al Steadman underwent a total mastectomy a day ago. Please uplift her this week.
Eileen
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Oct 14 2004 : 06:46:58 AM
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Kim -- You and your Mom are both blessed and fortunate to have each other. My Mom was diagnosed at 34 and lost her fight at 47 but made the most of all the time she had. Due to her early and unprecedented diagnosis they have kept a close eye on me since my early 20's too.
Be strong and be well! Our Race for the Cure is coming up next weekend, is that a national event or just east coast?
Eileen--I will hope and pray for your friend. May she have a rapid and complete healing and not lose her spirit while in recovery. Bramble
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
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Posted - Oct 14 2004 : 2:56:08 PM
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Race for the Cure is a National Event. Our company participates in an all night walk every year. The last 2 years my mother has come to walk with me and last year my steodad joined us too. I'm thinking about doing the Avon 3 Day walk next year.
farmgirl@heart
Be at peace with yourself and the rest will follow |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Oct 15 2004 : 07:25:46 AM
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We always do the Race for the Cure (walking...) but you must be in great shape to consider 3 days! Brave girl...race on! It makes you remember how grateful and lucky we are just to be here especially when you meet everyone and hear all the stories. I'll be walking for
all of us! Bramble
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Clare
True Blue Farmgirl
2173 Posts
NC WA State
USA
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Posted - Oct 18 2004 : 3:57:05 PM
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PRAYER REQUEST: For my son-in-law's mother, Cathy, who was just diagnosed with a very agressive form of breast cancer.
Thank you.
****Gardener, Stitcher, Spiritual Explorer and Appreciator of all Things Natural****
"Begin to weave and God will give the thread." - German Proverb |
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Eileen
True Blue Farmgirl
1199 Posts
Eileen
USA
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Posted - Oct 18 2004 : 4:12:19 PM
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Praying for Cathy here!
Eileen
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Oct 20 2004 : 07:20:25 AM
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Praying for Cathy here too.
Wouldn't it be amazing if we can finally put an end to this disease that robs us of so many wonderful people. Be well and be strong.
Bramble
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MeadowLark
True Blue Farmgirl
2206 Posts
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2004 : 07:25:12 AM
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I'll lift Cathy up in my prayers as well as all other precious women suffering from breast cancer.
Time Flies |
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
146 Posts |
Posted - Oct 20 2004 : 3:36:19 PM
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Keeping Cathy in my heart and prayers.
farmgirl@heart
Be at peace with yourself and the rest will follow |
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
146 Posts |
Posted - Oct 20 2004 : 3:38:15 PM
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Bramble,
Not in very good shape, but if I focus on a goal like the three day race, maybe I can get in shape in time for the walk next summer. This past summer it was the same weekend as the all night walk we do.
farmgirl@heart
Be at peace with yourself and the rest will follow |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Oct 22 2004 : 09:59:05 AM
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Sunday is our day although there is an all night walk this year that is new. I'm not in great shape either but am working on it daily. We
do the best we can and if we don't...try again! Never give up and never give in! We can beat this !
Praying for all who are dealing with this in their own ways! Bramble
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Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
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Posted - Sep 26 2005 : 1:45:48 PM
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Clare, Cathy will be in my prayers. I have had to deal with breast lumps, benign, but understand the fear of waiting and wondering.
I always have my mammo the month of my birthday. A good present for my health.
"...the setting sun is like going into the very presence of God." Elizabeth Von Arnim |
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connio
True Blue Farmgirl
535 Posts
connie
springtown
texas
USA
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Posted - Sep 29 2005 : 12:18:04 PM
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Hey Farm Girls!!!
Prayers needed for my friend Elva who has been diagnosed with breast cancer once again. She has survived breast cancer twice and lung cancer once so this is, of course, devestating news. She is trying to be brave as always, but this is a very difficult time for her.
Connie
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Clare
True Blue Farmgirl
2173 Posts
NC WA State
USA
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Posted - Sep 29 2005 : 12:31:58 PM
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I am pleased to report that after a harrowing year, Cathy is still hanging in there. She can no longer work, but her very strong treatments seem to be helping.
Connie, Elva will be lifted up in light and love. Please let her know.
May the sun bring you new energy by day, may the moon softly restore you by night, may the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow new strength into your being, may you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life. ~~Apache Blessing
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Kim
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Kim
Pflugerville
Texas
USA
146 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2005 : 7:38:20 PM
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So good to hear Clare!
farmgirl@heart
Be at peace with yourself and the rest will follow |
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Shirley
True Blue Farmgirl
734 Posts
Shirley
Olympia
Wa
USA
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Posted - Sep 30 2005 : 12:45:29 AM
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after having a mamamgraph (SP) and ultrasound 3 months ago, MOnday I have to go in for a follow up
Please wish me luck, im a little nervous
shirley in oly |
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Clare
True Blue Farmgirl
2173 Posts
NC WA State
USA
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Posted - Sep 30 2005 : 06:56:40 AM
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Lifting you up in light and love, Shirley.
May the sun bring you new energy by day, may the moon softly restore you by night, may the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow new strength into your being, may you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life. ~~Apache Blessing
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Sep 30 2005 : 08:41:10 AM
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Here's hoping that Cathy and Elva will both recieve the treatments they need to become healthy and strong. Here's hoping that friends and family will surround them with love and support through these difficult days. They will both be in my prayers.
with a happy heart |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Sep 30 2005 : 09:00:17 AM
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I'm lifting Cathy and Elva up in prayer as well. My Grandmother had a complete mastectomy in her 50's and her sister had a partial at that age as well. Her sister is now 90 and the cancer has reared it's ugly head again and has spread to her bones, lungs and liver. She is currently getting a type of hormone injection that has shrunk the cancer on her liver and so far kept the other from getting worse. Her name is Evie. My Grandmother hasn't had a recurrance at this point and I pray that she does'nt.
I turned 35 this year so I guess it's probably time to start having mammograms myself. Are they still recommending it a age 35??
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Sep 30 2005 : 3:27:16 PM
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Each doctor and unfortunately insurance company seems to have their own guidelines but my Mom was first diagnosed at 34 and from early 20's to now (45) they have monitored me annually. Since you do have family history, it wouldn't be a bad idea to have your baseline mammogram done now so that you have an early record that they can check against. That is what helped them determine that something was wrong for me. Good luck and just remember :the disease is FAR WORSE than the test!
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JudyBlueEyes
True Blue Farmgirl
657 Posts
Judith
Spokane
Washington
USA
657 Posts |
Posted - Jun 21 2006 : 9:17:55 PM
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Hi, FarmGirls! This was the closest topic to my present need, so I thought I'd post here. Hope this is okay. Well, I'd like to place a little request - for some good thoughts, prayers, vibes, whatever you want to send. About 3 weeks ago, I went in for a mammogram, at my request. Why? Well, I am at "the age" where I should have one every month, what with my mother having had a mastectomy. So, I missed last year, due to being new on the job and really, not wanting to be bothered with looking up a new doctor with my insurance, and such. So early this year, I went in for a checkup and the doc said we could wait until next year for my mammo. All was well, if a little concerning, but I went along with it, until June approached, and I realized I was the same age my mother was when she was going to blow off her mammogram, except dad made her go, and sure enough, they found the dreaded lump and she had a mastectomy, toute de suite!
So I called and scheduled one, and today, they called me and said they compared with my last films and saw a little "density" and wanted me to come back for another go and an ultrasound. Tuesday 27 June I'll go in. So, of course, my mind is reeling, but it could just be scar tissue from the fibroadenoma I had removed 30 years ago, but who knows. Your good thoughts are appreciated. And I'll let you know. Thanks! Judy
The Rooster crows, but the Hen lays the egg. ~ Texas Proverb |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Jun 21 2006 : 9:35:50 PM
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I'll be praying for you. I know the unknow can be scary and I'll be sending prayers for peacufullness and healing.
Love and Blessings,
missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
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FarrarFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
330 Posts
Lynda
Frohna
Missouri
USA
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Posted - Jun 22 2006 : 05:57:10 AM
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You'll definitely be in my prayers, too, Judy.
Blessings to you for a good outcome and good health.
In His hands,
Lynda L.
Pray in faith and you will not live in doubt.
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Here's to Your Health: Breast cancer awareness Month |
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Breast cancer awareness Month
