I got a little bear when I was diagnosed with breast cancer by one of my co-workers. That was a little over 2 years ago. I took that bear with me everywhere. Well, it is very beat up now and my cat, Zeke, basically decided he wanted it. So, some of my employees bought me this little bear with wings last week. I took it with me today to the doctor to get my testing done. These little bears always raise my spirits. I should know the results in about a week. I was told I have to still go every 6 months for these tests due to having cancer cells in my lymph nodes 2 years ago. I won't get the yearly exams until I hit the 5 year mark. Rats! Oh well, I want to stay healthy so I will do what I must do. And, this bear will be going with me everywhere I do, just like my camera!

My cousin, Dollie, my Aunt Jimmie and myself at my Grandmother's funeral. Dollie survived breast cancer, my Aunt Jimmie is battling cancer right now and I'm a two year Survivor. We all gave the thumbs up because we are winners! I love them both and pray all of us continue to fight this dreadful disease. May God Bless you both, Dollie and Jimmie!

On November 4, it will be my 2 year anniversary of my Breast Cancer Diagnosis. All women should remember to do self examinations, and get their mammograms every year. I wear a ribbon of
some sort everyday. Maybe it will help to be a reminder to someone that may save their life.
Prevention and early diagnosis can lead to a cancer free future.

Pink roses have always been my favorite flower. This shot was taken at the Tyler Rose
Garden in Tyler, TX. Now, the pink rose means more to me since I have battled breast
cancer and have won the fight. Each flower represents all of those that have survived,
those that have lost the fight and those that are currently battling. The one rose that
is pulled away from the rest represents to each one of us that breast cancer cannot win.
We will rise above this disease and conquer it!

I took this picture from my Race for the Cure gallery. Jeanne just got her results after months of chemotherapy as she was battling breast cancer for the 2nd time. She is in remission as of Friday, September 15, 2006!! Praise God! We are still praying for you, Jeanne...and it will stay away!

Everybody needs to be screened every year!!!!!

Bud worked at our company for years. His brother, Ron, founded it. Bud died from liver cancer about 4 months ago and the street that runs behind our company was renamed for him. He was a sweet man, always had a smile for me and will be missed by so many. We love you, Bud, and I already miss seeing you coming down the hallway on your scooter. Thanks for all you did for all of us!

Shea lost his fight with cancer at a very young age. He passed away a little over a month ago and left behind his lovely wife, Roxanne and a beautiful child. Although he didn't die from breast cancer, cancer did take his life. This is in memorial and dedication to Shea, Roxanne and their little one. We don't know why God decided to take Shea home, but he is not suffering and will never have to experience the pain anymore. Everything happens for a reason and we may not know the answers to all of our questions in this life, but will know one day. May God watch over those that are left here and we all will be seeing you again!

A Memorial Volleyball Tournament was done to raise money for Shea's family as the bills piled up. The company I work for always contributes to those that are going through rough times and this is one way we came up with to help out. We are all God's children and are here to help and love each other the way God wants it to be. My mission is to do anything I can to help those going through cancer or having to care for someone who has it or those who have lost a loved one to it. There is light at the end of the tunnel. We may not see it now but will down the road. Live Strong and Fight Every Inch of the Way! Life is too short to take anything for granted. Don't sweat the small things and live life to the fullest, the way God intended. May God Bless You All!

Claudia is a great friend who is a cancer survivor as well. Ed wears this necklace in honor of Claudia. He was with her through everything. Thanks, Ed, for being there for my friend and thanks for making her happy! Claudia is a true survivor and a remarkable woman.

This is what you will receive from so many and then return to others when you fight the battle of your life. A fight like no other and faith,love, and strength will carry you through. This is a good motto for all, I believe. God Bless.

This little flower, just starting to bloom is like when you have been told you are now cancer free. The pink represents the fight against breast cancer and the flower just starting to bloom is myself. I have a new beginning in life and thanks to everyone on PBase for their friendship and support. I dedicate this little flower to everyone which includes God, my loving family, my friends here at PBase and all the wonderful friends I have that share my life daily. Thank you!

My close friend Lisa and I are both breast cancer survivors. Without her knowledge and help I don't think I would have done so well. Her inspiration and her positive attitude when she was going through it made me realize I could beat this thing too. BOTH OF US ARE SURVIVORS! ME, ONE YEAR OUT AND LISA IS TWO YEARS OUT! WHOO HOO!

My friend Lisa. She is a Survivor of Breast Cancer. She had a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation. She is still cancer free! She was with me my entire journey. Love you Lisa!

The top scar is where they took out her lymph nodes and the one below it was where they took out the lump. Thank the Good Lord she is a winner of the battle!

Lisa pulled me through cancer. She was my support and helped me understand what I was going through. She was with me every step of the way. She had breast cancer as well and this is an image of her chemo port scar. God Bless You, Lisa!

This little pin was given to be my close friend, Lisa today. Reminder to all women to do self-exams and get your mammograms every year. Prevention or catching it early makes the difference between life and death. Words from a SURVIVOR.

See my other galleries....Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor and Race for the Cure. I'm hoping that this may help someone who is now going through it or knows someone that is. If they need support, I am always here. You are not alone! There is LIFE after cancer!