Some of you are just starting on your cancer journey, and some of you have recently finished.
Back in December 2008, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. And less than one month later, on January 14, I had a double mastectomy. The next month was my 27th birthday, and I started chemo. So the year 2009 was the year of cancer for me. So, I totally get it.
But looking back now, it's behind me. Yet every holiday season is a bit bittersweet. The coldness that fills the air is something that I now appreciate more than ever. The sparkles on the trees, the lights in people's windows, the Christmas songs, the buzz of the New York City streets, and now...the looks on my neices' faces when they open presents - they all remind me what I've been through and how I appreciate what I have become.
For those of you that are just starting your journey, start your year with vigor, strength and attitude. And know, that you will kick cancer's ass this year! And by next New Year's Eve, when your hair is slowly growing back, you will be rocking that hairdo and celebrating the amazing person you are!
And for those of you that finished - hooray! Celebrate 2014 and take in every moment, and appreciate all that life has to offer. It's been a hell of a ride, but it's only just begun!
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