To the ladies that I know on here and all the newbies that I have not even met yet, I just want to say how different life is after cancer diagnosis and worry etc, I was the worlds worst worrier and the most negative person you could meet, I was convinced initially that I would not be here to see this milestone birthday, But here I am 18 months on, 50 today and feeling great, mainly because. everyday my journey gets further away into my past and I think about it less and less, intact rarely at all now, so just to give hope to anyone starting their journey and feeling that your life will never move on, it does believe me, I look back and can’t believe I actually went through all those scans worries and the op, it just feels like it was someone else now and not me, st the start of my journey a friend said to me just get yourself better and think of the celebration we will have for your 50th at the time it seemed ages away, and at not knowing my results for stage etc I didn’t think I would see 50 but it’s here and to be honest it feels extra special for me because I have come so far mentally and for the first time in ages I’m in control and that feels good, so please remember you will not always feel as you do now, life will and does go on , you are all strong ladies and although cancer is something none of us wanted to face, be proud of yourselves because you have or are facing it and you will come out the other side feeling much stronger for it and your life will be more appreciated than it ever was before, love to you all and thank you for everything xxxx
its great to read you feeling so positive and happy Lara. I know you have not had an easy time lately yet your resilience shines through. You were one of the lovely ladies who got me through and i wish you a very happy birthday and many more of them to come xxxxxxx
Happy Birthday Dear Lara Lou
50 is the new 30!
I am 74 and 5 years on from high grade high stage endometrial cancer declined adjuvant treatment which my gynaecologist onc said he hoped wouldn’t bite us in the bum but supported my decision
Truthfully I feel about 40 and I am very fit and happy and wish the same for you
I don’t often post these days but often read others posts to see how they are getting on
Have a fantastic celebration
With lots of love
petronella
xxxx
Happy 50th Birthday Lara lou xx. I hope you have a wonderful day, being waited on and treated and having a fabulous cake to enjoy. Let the party begin!
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Happy birthday, Lara lou xx I hope you have a fabulous day. It’s a joy to read your very positive, encouraging post. You’ve come a long way since you first joined the forum and it’s wonderful to see how you’ve left your fears behind. Live, love, laugh and enjoy life, lovely lady x
Hey Lara lou, happy birthday from me too. Your story is so inspirational and really helps us on our journeys. You celebrate in style and really enjoy your day. Go girl GO! Lots of love from xx
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