5-year anniversary

[Joan M]

I don't know that I've ever celebrated an anniversary here. But in any case, it was 5 years ago this month in 2007 that the bc advanced from my original stage 2 diagnosis in 2003. I've been NED for the last 39 months. BC is with me for life, and I often wonder how long the hitting streak will last.

This message board has been a wealth of information and source of tremendous support throughout this journey. A great big thanks to Christine and Joe for their efforts on behalf of HER2+ bc survivors. They have done a wonderful service for us, not only with the website but also their advocacy with doctors and big pharma.

Love you all,

Joan

[michka]

Hi Joan. i was waiting for your post. I tried to write a private message before but your box is full. I am happy you posted that your scans/mris went well!
I hope to see the same post every year with just an additional number. Many women on our forum are going through a rough time but today your post is sun in this very grey Parisian weather! Thank you for sharing.
Take care. Michka

[karen z]

Dear Joan,
Thanks for sharing your good news. And you are right about C and J and all of those who now help to keep this site going strong. It is a Godsend to all of us.
Best wishes,
karenz

[Delaney]

Congratulations Joan. You give me hope. Best wishes.

[Ceesun]

The biggest congrats to you Joan....I am so happy you have done so well. May God Bless...Cathy (Ceesun)

[KsGal]

As someone else said, you sure give me hope. Congratuations to you! Im so happy for you.

[schoolteacher]

Thanks for the post, Joan.

Amelia

[lk1]

Hi Joan,

Many Many Congratulations and looking forward to seeing you again soon!!:) Your news is so wonderful and inspiring to so many.

xoxo
-Laura

[StephN]

Certain numbers become very important in our lives after a BC diagnosis. Other than tumor markers, blood counts, liver panel, and things of that sort, YEARS begin to pile up. This is a good one - congratulations!

You have taken advantage of each year of NED and made the most of your life. Living a productive life is the best way to give "the Italian salute" to canser!

[Ellie F]

Hi Joan
I have also been waiting for your post.Congratulations and I pray you remain ned forever.

Hugs
Ellie

[caya]

Congrats Joan! May you have many more cancerversaries!!

all the best
caya

[chrisy]

good, good news my friend! keep it up!

[KDR]

Joan
This is wonderful news, and you continue to be such an inspiration to us all. I know the great sense of relief you feel! Relish it!
Let's speak soon, or do the lunch we've been trying to plan.
Lots of love and here's to a great 2012,
Karen

[KristinSchwick]

Joan,
Please please please continue to post on here and give us all hope!!! Congrats!!!!

[sassy]

Yea Joan! Big congrats on your five years. Thanks go to you too, for continuing your support and work for others.

[Jean]

Joan,
Great News!!!
You made me smile a big one!

:)

Hugs
Jean

[suzan w]

Congrats...5 years suits you well!

[Joan M]

Your good wishes make me glad that I'm a part of this group.

I pray every day for a cure for cancer and that which ever treatment each of us chooses works well. I'm very happy about Pertuzumab, and hopefully the FDA will approve it soon this year. Another weapon in our arsenal!

Joan

[MJo]

Congratulations. And please pat yourself on the back for advocating for yourself and questioning your doctors and doing your research. You worked hard for your NED.

[Barbara H.]

Congratulations! Thank you for posting.
Barbara H.

[tricia keegan]

Joan I'm so happy for you!!!)

[Pray]

Joan, Thank you for your post! You give me hope!

[Joan M]

Much thanks, ladies.

And Steph, I'm much comforted by your strong involvement in the HER2 support group. After having roomed with you at San Antonio in 2010 and then seeing you there again in December, I know you are a straight shooter, down to earth, very capable, good hearted. That also includes others who have stepped up to the plate, as Karen Z mentioned in this thread.

Joan