I graduated today
 

After having had bi-annual checkups for 5 years, I've now graduated to annual ones. As I was doing one checkup at the National Cancer Hospital in Amsterdam, and the other at my local hospital, I said goodbye to the Cancer Hospital today.

It felt strange, not to be going there anymore, but ofcourse I do welcome the next stage in my cancer-experience. The doctors and nurses said they were glad to see me go and that they hoped they'd never see me again; at least: not at that hospital. I walked out of the place with a great big smile on my face. People stared at me, because most folks there have no reason to be happy. Or at least, not yet.

I was told that my prognosis is a lot better now than it was 5 years ago. And the doc told me that they are leaning towards prolonged AI therapy. When my 5 years of Arimidex are up in Dec. I'll have a talk with my onc at the local hospital in Haarlem.

Love

Jacqueline

My gosh...grown up and going away! Oh, how I wish that fate for so many on this site. Congrtulations and many more years of smiles! ma

Jacqueline,

That is wonderful news. I hope I will be able to say that one day too. Did you take Herceptin?

Amelia

I am very happy for you. Keep on smilin'!

No, Herceptin wasn't available when I was diagnosed.

Jacqueline

Great news Lien - this is a big milestone.

all the best
caya

Jacqueline this is wonderful news. Great to hear this.

Congratulations Lien! Wow - what a feeling it must be - may God bless you with a very long healthy life. It gives me so much hope too.

love,
shobha

Jacqueline,
Congratulations on your graduation day!
karen z

Jacqueline,
This is a huge milestone for you.
Congratulations....and wishing you 50+ more years.

hugs,
jean

congratulations!!!!

Jacqueline,

Congratulations on your graduation!

Joan