Oh my goodness, yes, people say the darndest things. Some of it is helpful, some of it is frightening, but much of it is unwelcome. You will learn a lot on this journey-- the goodness of people, the strength you didn't know you had. But you will also see and hear some things you just need to let pass. Several friends wanted to tell me horror stories from their family histories of bc or wanted to know details about me that I wasn't comfortable giving...but I cut them off, politely, and said, "Everyone is different. I believe I'm going to be just fine." And then I'd change the subject. Good luck!
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Jmcvicker wrote on RE16's wall
Hi folks, I just got diagnosed and am going to Stanford for treatment which hasn't,t started yet. why is it that everyone I tell has advise? I need to figure out what to say to them without insulting their integrity. they are raising my blood pressure.
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GregP_WN wrote on RE16's wall
Hi, just checking on you to see how your doing. Stop by the site to give an update
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Hawklady wrote on RE16's wall
Hi Re, Lodi is really close to Elk Grove. Do you work there too? I'm glad fall has arrived.
I just reached my 5 year milestone. How long ago were you diagnosed?
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Gena wrote on RE16's wall
I meant to post my last comment to your question about what you want people to know about you and cancer.
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Gena wrote on RE16's wall
I have stage IV breast cancer and I want people to know I am more than just a cancer patient. I told tell a lot of people I have cancer because I don't like the sad eyes or the worried tone in their voice when they talk to me. I am so much more than a cancer patient.
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lynn1950 wrote on RE16's wall
jennqt is the person with the lymphedema questions. Sorry, I am not very fluent with this site.
