It's bittersweet to return to this thread and read Patsy's posts. Patsy, I hope you're in a happy place now - on a sun lounger, with a big sun hat and a glass of wine in your hand. Cheers!
Just found out this week that the sister of a good friend was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer. In one way, I'm sad for her, but in another, I'm glad that they caught it early. She's going to start chemo soon. She's in her early 40s. Accdg to my friend, she's very positive and staying strong. They have history of cancer - her mom is a colon cancer surivor for >10 years now. Cancer really sucks. I hope all goes well with her treatment.
I also know of a neighbor - the mom has Stage 4 breast cancer. Sad...