5 years today

[Mary Jo]

Just wanted to share that it was 5 years ago today that I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I remember my husband walking in the door and us hugging, saying nothing, and me saying to him..."well honey, here I go" thinking forsure this was the "end" for me. Not only wasn't it the end but it was just the beginning of what is proving to be an exhilirating life. I just returned from a trip to Kenya on a mission trip last week Wed., and life is anything but dull!

I thank God today for my health and for all the Lord has taught me. Life is pretty much a crap shoot........what will be will be........and when the Lord wants to take us Home He will. That's how I see it and what I believe.

So for now....I will live and enjoy each day the Lord gives me here on earth......when He is finished with me I will continue on in Heaven where He is making a place for us who believe.

Thanks guys for all your love and support through the years. You are all blessings to me.

Hugs and much love,

Mary Jo

[krisvell]

MaryJo; I am so happy for you. Thank you for sharing your story. It's great inspiration to me. Wishing you a forever NED.


Kris...

[schoolteacher]

Mary Jo,

You are truly an inspiration to us all. God Bless You.

Amelia

[Gerri]

Welcome home Mary Jo, it is good to have you back. A huge congratulations to you on being 5 years out. Wishing you many more years of good health and happiness.

Sending a huge hug your way,

[Jackie07]

Happy anniversary, Mary Jo. And thanks for the testimony. Now don't forget to change the number in your signature from '4' to '5'. :)

[caya]

Big Congrats to you Mary Jo on making the big 5 year mark!!

May you continue to enjoy good health and happiness.

all the best
caya

[ammebarb]

Isn't it amazing how much living can be done after a diagnosis? I'm so glad you are doing well---and taking every opportunity to live fully. Here's to many more years NED and wonderful surprises as the Lord reveals his plans for you!

Barb A.

[RhondaH]

Congratulations Mary Jo!!!! And Many, Many more;) Take care and God bless.

[Faith in Him]

Congrats on the five year mark. Wishing you continued blessings.

Tonya

[3twins]

Thank you for sharing and providing hope and inspiration. May every day be filled with joy and peace.

[Mary Anne in TX]

I love that #5 has rolled around for you and that you are making life a real adventure! Here's to many, many more years! ma

[janieR]

Many congratulations.

May you have many more happy years.

Janie

[Becky]

Wow Mary Jo! Congratulations. The time is really flying by. I remember some of your first posts. We've been through alot. Life is good.

Love and hugs from me

[Yorkiegirl]

A Big Congrats Mary Jo on teh 5 year mark. It does feel wonderful.

[BonnieR]

"Here I go" indeed! Into a new dimension! And what a way to commemorate it, that trip you just took. I hope you will share details with us.

[Joan M]

Mary Jo,

Great news! Congratulations on reaching the 5-year milestone!

You're a source of inspiration and have always been very supportive.

Joan

[karen z]

So happy to read your post-many congratulations!!!

[jhandley]

Well done! Here's to another 50!
Jackie (down under)

[tfabre]

Congratulations Mary Jo!!! I have just started my battle, but have found SOOOO much hope and encouragement through all of you!!!! I can't wait to see all that you have done in the next five!

[Sandra in GA]

Thank you, Mary Jo, for sharing this wonderful news with us! You are truly a testiment to, "live life to it's fullest!"
I wish you many, many more cancerversaries!
Sandra

[Jean]

Mary JO remember well - as you were right behind me.
It is just wonderful to hit this milestone.
It seems you certainly celebrated in a big way not all of us get to go Kenya. teehee...

So happy for you and I share your joy!

Hugs,
Jean

[Mary Jo]

Thank you everyone! Your kind words mean alot to me as do each of you. Your love and support through the years truly was a blessing to me.

Hugs and my love....

Mary Jo

[suzan w]

Hooray for you Mary Jo!!! There are alot of us who came on "board" at about the same time. It feels great to be 5 years old again, eh??? Love Suzan

[misquam42]

Wonderful news. You are an inspiration to others.
Pat

[TriciaK]

You have always been special to me, Mary Jo! God bless you through
a WHOLE lot more years! Hugs, Tricia