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Thank you, Marianne! You, too!
brilliant post, Susie! Have passed on to my dearest and nearest. Hang in there! So glad we’re connected, if not quite joined at the hip!!
love, elsa
We are, indeed! Much love!
Your post was shared by Elsa Tranter with me. I’m an ovarian cancer patient. I wrote a play inspired by my experience, “Female, Ashkenazi with a Sewing Machine.” L’chaim!
Jamie
I love that title! L’chaim to you, my sister female ashkenazi!
Susie, Your account of your journey with cancer brought tears to my eyes! What a powerful story, sprinkled with recipes, wit (!) and so much wisdom. I especially loved the gratitude part. Thank you for writing this Susie. Such a gift you’ve given us all. Love, Carol
Thanks so much, Carol. Your note is a gift, as well.
Susie, you make beautiful art out of everything. You are amazing. This is amazing.
Thank you SO much, Patty! I’m grateful.
Gosh, Susie! I love the gift you have given us here! Clear, concise, honest, sincere, imaginative, informative, inspiring, admirable, courageous… I could go on and on. Thank you! Is it okay if I post this on Facebook? I have many friends who are in treatment, in the diagnosis phase, or in the clear following treatment. I’m sure they would enjoy your beautiful work. ❤
Thank you so much, Valerie! I’d be honored if you shared it on facebook. Finally being able to write these words (and draw the pictures) was a huge relief – a huge step on this path. Deep breath. Big sigh. And now on to the land of whatever-comes-next.
Thank you for sharing…May your story give others hope and encouragement. We love you and so proud of you!!!
Thanks so much, dear neighbor! We love you, too, and send lots of hugs your way.
Wow, what a journey you have experienced and now shared in duch a unique and insightful way. Many of us were not aware of all that you have been going through. We can be thankful for how you have managed this (yes, you moved from shock to in control to a great extent) and your story provides guideposts to friends and strangers as to what to expect from the most serious life challenges, cancer or otherwise, and how to engage and move forward. Keep on keeping on dear friend. There are so many people with you at so many levels.
Steve – Thanks so much for your thoughtful comments. At any given moment, we’re all coping with something – and connecting with each other about those moments, both large and small, means so much. All my best.
Beautiful Susie, I’m so pleased to experience your art and storytelling expertise online. Always love you!
Justin
Thanks so much, Justin! Love you always, as well. I’m so glad we’re still in touch, even in these small ways. All my best.