Author Archives: amyrose442012

Going Dark

Posted on March 26, 2017 by amyrose442012

Such an ominous title. Luckily, it just means that I didn’t post for quite a while. I have been happily divorced for over a year. But, don’t worry, Scott has already remarried. That would be his fourth marriage. (Can you … Continue reading →

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Conflicted

Posted on March 16, 2015 by amyrose442012

Today is the last day to sign up for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Salt Lake City for $25. Tomorrow it’s $35. I’ve been invited by two good friends to join their teams. The question is…should … Continue reading →

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Happy Cancerversary to me!!

Posted on February 12, 2015 by amyrose442012

Happy cancerversary today!! I’m so excited to reach this milestone in my cancer journey. Today marks my one year anniversary of my diagnosis. It has been quite a year. My memories are a bit spotty on the days directly after … Continue reading →

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The Much Anticipated Reconstruction

Posted on February 10, 2015 by amyrose442012

Reconstruction!! Yippy!! I have waited oh so long to have this surgery. The expander that I have been wearing for nearly a year bugs me. It’s too wide and I look like I have a shelf if I lift my … Continue reading →

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Remission

Posted on January 24, 2015 by amyrose442012

Ahhh remission. So elusive. What does remission mean, really. Well, the dictionary says: “a diminution of the seriousness or intensity of disease or pain; a temporary recovery.” Temporary recovery! What?! Many people have asked if I’m in remission. The answer … Continue reading →

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2015 – Happy New Year!!

Posted on January 2, 2015 by amyrose442012

There is no doubt that 2014 will be a memorable year for me. My hope is that I will never forget what I have learned this year. Perhaps I will go into the details of what I’ve learned in a … Continue reading →

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Brave

Posted on December 10, 2014 by amyrose442012

After seven months of wearing one of my wigs every day to work, I finally decided to be brave and wear my own hair. I use the term “my own hair” loosely because the hair that is growing in is … Continue reading →

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My Mom

Posted on December 2, 2014 by amyrose442012

On the evening of November 14, 2014, my loving mom passed away peacefully surrounded by family. There are no words to express how sad I am and how much I miss her. What brings me peace is the knowledge that … Continue reading →

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When It Rains, It Pours

Posted on November 2, 2014 by amyrose442012

I have been trying to stay optimistic throughout this year of many obstacles and trials, but this month has pushed me to my limits. I have dealt with many stresses this month. Send good juju…I could use it right now. … Continue reading →

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Final Radiation

Posted on October 4, 2014 by amyrose442012

I am excited to report that on Monday, I completed my 25th and final radiation treatment. Throughout most of the treatments, three areas were treated. For the 24th and 25th treatments, they only radiated two areas. I received 5,000 centigray’s … Continue reading →

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