What a journey this has been.... filled with more milestones then I expected
- D day (diagnosis day) when our lives were forever changed
- First infusion
- Then 10 more
- Last infusion
- Blood work and Scans
- Port eviction
And on and on the list can go until finally remission was called.
As I reflect on these last 365 days I realize how often I have held my breath... waiting to exhale.
How I have had to remind myself and be reminded by others to Just Breathe.
Inhale hope and Exhale the anxiety
Inhale bravery and Exhale the fear
Inhale reality and Exhale the unknown
Inhale the joy and Exhale the loss
I have learned to Choose Joy, to Live Bravely, and to Hurt with Hope.
I am NOT where I used to be and I am NOT where I am gonna be.
So today I celebrating another ringing of the bell.
Last year, the bell symbolized completing my infusions and the celebration of beginning the road to healing.
Today I celebrate the milestones achieved and the hope still to come.
I see where I was and I smile where I am.
The journey continues and I am blessed for it.
