Re: [MOL] Lillian

["Lillian" <firefly@islc.net>]

Title: Re: [MOL] Lillian

Isn't a plea to get a mammogram a good wake up call?  You could influence someone else with how fortunate you are to have caught it in time.  I think that is really important in itself Liz.  I am sure others will pick up some slack, Deb has sent some really good one's on Breast Cancer along with Joicy; etc.  Every little bit helps and I feel very confident that Marty's problems are starting to abate and look forward to his return.  This forum is not about me, it's about getting the knowledge out, giving a lending hand; etc. etc.  I am not the forum, never felt I was, I do what I can do and it takes everyone to do what they can do.  Enjoy that trip, could you get a couple of pictures of Katy's art work, I can cut and paste; so they can be close to each other.....Please, she does really good work, oh that's right you meeting for dinner.  Shucks!  love you, lillian

----- Original Message -----

From: Elizabeth Patterson

To: mol-cancer@lists.meds.com

Sent: Sunday, August 22, 1999 1:10 PM

Subject: Re: [MOL] Lillian

Dear Lillian,

I am sure no one feels you need to defend yourself. I just think Nanc is going through a rough time and her perspective is a bit skewed.

I know you feel it is your calling to help others through your research. I just wonder what will happen to the forum if you ever need to sign off for any reason. Joicy is wonderful and so are several others, but we all depend on you to carry the ball.

I am sorry the diabetes is acting up, and I am glad the medication is helping. We don't want you down sick. I believe what you say is true. Some people do think they are the only ones with problems. And it is true we all have them, some greater than others.

I have not written anythin on my survival and cancer journey. When I compare mine to that of others it seems rather insignificant. The only thing I could write is a plea for women to get their mammograms. Early detection is the key to survival. I was lucky enough to have mine detected very early.

Liz

 

By the way Liz, have you ever written anything on your survival and the journey you were on with your cancer?  Any chance we could put it over the MoL Album?  You write so well and I really want people to see that we live, eat, sleep and talk like other's.  Would you ask Kathy to write one for me.  She's so good at being positive and upbeat.  I call her the "Energizer"!  Enjoy each other.  love you, lillian

Love Ya

Liz