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A MESSAGE FROM A FORMER ZOMBIE

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Dr. appointment all done. The big one grew about 1cm in both directions... so back to chemo. It isn't a huge disappointment. This is the first time I've had a break this long, so it isn't surprising there was new growth. The good news is the two little ones are still the same, and in a year I have had some growth, and some shrinkage... but no NEW tumors and no major growth that wasn't treatable.

I also had an epiphany regarding laying in bed and watching tv all day, and not doing anything.

I keep rallying everyone to fight this thing and kick cancer's ass. But I think a part of me just quit... slowed down... stopped... dying inside. I was scared by my port... didn't want to bump it or get hurt... I was convinced that I had to save energy and breath. I was afraid of living with cancer. I have been living dead.

I need to change that behavior... and now! NO MORE FEAR! I am going to change.

LETS KICK CANCERS ASS AND NOT DIE INSIDE WHILE WE STRIVE TO LIVE.

CHEMO BOY - EDDIE

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