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Save the Ta-Tas and Other Breast Cancer Awareness Things

October 26, 2018 by Lauren 23 Comments

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Last October, I was still in the middle of breast cancer treatments.  I had graduated from the worst of the chemo, but still sat for mini-infusions every third week and had one more surgery to go.  Although I was thankful for the good prognosis, it was still a little too raw and emotional to celebrate.  Now, Breast Cancer Awareness month has come and almost gone again.  I wrote about the disease and the journey ad nauseam last year (You know.  You read about it ad nauseam.).  If you want to read some of the highlights, you can catch them here, here, here and here and here.  So I’ve been a little silent this year.  More contemplative.

 

Breast cancer leaves visual and emotional marks in it’s wake.  Some I will live with for the rest of my life.  But it left me with gratitude as well.  For life, for health, for so many things.  So I’m done low-keying it.  I’m leaving awareness month with a bang.  I get the privilege of guest posting over on the Fort Worth Mom’s Blog today.  I hope you will click over and show them some love for allowing me to tell a piece of my story on a disease that touches so many of us.  I don’t want to say, “Happy Breast Cancer Awareness Month”.  That doesn’t sit well –  just observe it. 

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  1. Debbie Kitterman says

    October 27, 2018 at 12:42 am

    Just wanted to let you know I stopped by and am hopping on over to read your guest post too. I think we often don’t contemplate both the physical and emotional scars that can come with a cancer diagnoses and treatment, but I liked how you said you also received gratitude. I am sorry you had to walk through the cancer journey, but I am grateful that you came through the other side with a testimony to help other and also a fresh perspective and charge to not “low-key” it 🙂 Blessings to you.

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    • Lauren says

      October 27, 2018 at 4:18 am

      Thanks so much, Debbie.

      Reply
  2. Laurie says

    October 27, 2018 at 2:42 pm

    Lauren, the bravery and honesty shown in your writing leaves me with no doubt that your “not low-key” article will be a pleasure to read. Heading over there now.

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    • Lauren says

      October 27, 2018 at 4:53 pm

      Thanks so much, Laurie.

      Reply
  3. Lana says

    October 28, 2018 at 2:49 am

    I’m so glad it’s this October, and you made it through that difficult time. My mother is a breast cancer survivor so I hear you. Thanks for spreading the word!

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    • Lauren says

      October 28, 2018 at 1:59 pm

      Thanks, Lana. I’m sure you were a great support to your mom.

      Reply
  4. Karen Friday says

    October 30, 2018 at 1:52 pm

    Hey Lauren, so glad you were my neighbor at #teaandtheword link-up. Not really familiar with your breast cancer journey, I went back and tried to catch the highlights or maybe better called the “lowlights.”

    I’m grateful the Lord’s highlights in our lives outshine our lowlights and He sustains us. Thankful you’re on the other side of this for Breast Cancer Awareness month this year. Celebrating with you!

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    • Lauren says

      October 30, 2018 at 9:38 pm

      Thanks so much, Karen! And I appreciate you looking back at older posts!

      Reply
  5. Maria | passion fruit, paws and peonies says

    October 30, 2018 at 4:28 pm

    My Aunty is still receiving treatment for her breast cancer and it’s been so challenging in ways none of us expected. It affects so many people. I’m so sorry to hear you have had to deal with cancer too. I’m relieved to hear you are recovering and wish you all the well for the future xx

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    • Lauren says

      October 30, 2018 at 10:02 pm

      Thanks, Maria. I am so sorry to hear about your Aunt and am saying a prayer for her right now. If there are more specific ways I can pray, please let me know. It would be an honor.

      Reply
  6. Lisa Richardson says

    October 31, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    I can’t nor do I want to imagine hearing those words, “you have breast cancer”. I am vigilant about my mammograms. I’m so happy for you that it’s this time this year and not last. Congrats on posting on the FW page. That’s wonderful. Happy Halloween! XO

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    • Lauren says

      November 1, 2018 at 3:32 am

      Thanks you, Lisa.

      Reply
  7. Kathleen Bailey says

    October 31, 2018 at 3:21 pm

    Thank you for sharing. I’m new to your blog so I haven’t heard your story ad nauseum so going to check it out. I read your article at FW moms too and commented there.

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    • Lauren says

      November 1, 2018 at 3:33 am

      Thank you for reading up, Kathleen. And if there’s ever anything I can do for you, I hope you will let me know.

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  8. Maree Dee says

    October 31, 2018 at 4:07 pm

    Heading over there to read. Thank you for sharing your journey.

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    • Lauren says

      November 1, 2018 at 3:33 am

      Thanks, Maree Dee!

      Reply
  9. Trudy says

    October 31, 2018 at 7:03 pm

    I’m so sorry you’re dealing with breast cancer, Lauren. I can’t imagine how devastating it is. Thank you for writing honestly about the physical and emotional effects. I also read the guest blog post, and I’m so glad you have so much support. I pray God will give you further healing, also emotionally. Blessings and hugs to you!

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    • Lauren says

      November 1, 2018 at 3:34 am

      Thank you for the prayers, Trudy.

      Reply
  10. sue says

    November 2, 2018 at 3:20 pm

    Will share with my friend who just began her treatments.

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    • Lauren says

      November 3, 2018 at 12:41 am

      Great!

      Reply
  11. Michelle Kellogg says

    November 4, 2018 at 6:54 pm

    I’m so glad that you’re better and beat Cancer! I forgot about Breast Cancer Awareness month but glad you have been able to write about your experience. I wish you all the best! #MixitUp

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    • Lauren says

      November 4, 2018 at 7:55 pm

      Thank you, Michelle.

      Reply
  12. Rachel Lee says

    November 7, 2018 at 10:09 pm

    Loved your post, Lauren! I commented over on the other site, but wanted to thank you here, for sharing your journey with us! Sounds like you have some truly wonderful friendships! What a blessing!

    Reply

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