And note that in the language of cancer survivors, the word “cured” is never used. I was treated for breast cancer almost 15 years ago. I had two lumpectomies, removal of lymph nodes under one arm, radiation, chemo and five years on oral tamoxifin.
No day at the beach (@JilltheTooth and I were on the same holiday, it sounds like) but doable and bearable. Now I am considered officially “in remission.”
I have a yearly mammogram and check-up with the oncologist with blood work that looks for cancer markers.
In the last 10 years, I have stopped eating all animal protein and opted for a vegetarian diet. I have an exercise program designed for my creaking and aging body that I do religiously.
I incorporate meditation, diaphragmatic breathing, laughter, organic food and cat therapy into my daily activity. I feel good, I feel content, I feel that I will probably get out of bed tomorrow morning and still be alive.