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Today is July 3rd,,,,,,,,,,,

2 years ago today my husband was disgnosed with stage 3 bladder cancer,,I didn't think today would be a different day,but much to my surprise it is,,,,
As I sat here on the computer he announced he had to run to get gas for the lawnmower,,,gee,,he was gone quite awhile,,he returned with 2 full cans of gas,
then walked in the room and gave me a bouquet of flowers,,and a singing card,,,I think the verse is important when being through such a struggle..
so I will share it with others........
so here it is....

If there were nothing else
but our love for each other....
we would still have all we need.....
So see caregivers,,,,they never forget us!!!!

the best thing is,,,we have 22 months cancer
free,,,,no bladder,, a bag,,
and lots of love to sustain us...

Ginger

Related links from BCAN

Researchers are looking for bladder cancer survivors to complete a telephone survey. Click here for more information.

Newly diagnosed
Information for those newly diagnosed with bladder cancer from BCAN.

Bladder Cancer Basics for the Newly Diagnosed
Download or order a copy of BCAN's patient handbook "Bladder Cancer Basics for the Newly Diagnosed" free of charge.

Clinical trials
Get information about clinical trials and BCAN's Clinical Trials Matching Service which is offered at no charge.

Women and bladder cancer
Information about women and bladder cancer from BCAN.

BCAN's glossary (PDF)

BCAN's November Patient Forum in San Francisco
"Understanding Bladder Cancer: A BCAN Patient Forum"
San Francisco, CA
Saturday, November 7, 2009
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
The forum and lunch are free, but pre-registration is required at www.bcan.org or 888-901-BCAN

Presentations from BCAN's May 2009 Patient Forum
Presentations and slides from BCAN's most recent Patient Forum in Cleveland. Those diagnosed with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer will be most interested in Dr. Jones' and Dr Pohar's presentations. People diagnosed with muscle-invasive bladder cancer will be most interested in Dr. Gong and Dr. Gilligan's presentations. Dr. Campbell talks about improving outcomes in bladder cancer patients, and Dr. Hansel talks about the importance of pathology in diagnosing, staging, and deciding on treatment for each patient.

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