A friend sent me this article this morning, à propos of my anniversary. It seems very apt.
http://www.curetoday.com/community/janet-freeman-daily/2015/05/reflections-on-a-cancerversary
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This is a good way to live – even if we do not have a serious illness. But sadly I often forget, Thanks for sending it on to me.
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I agree with Helen’s comment… but I have to say I am glad to know you are still around, Jet, because sometimes when we don’t hear about or from folks for awhile… well, we wonder. Just to let you know I was thinking about you.
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Thank you Sandy. I’m glad you’re still here too.
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