I'm done!
My last treatment was a few hours ago. I got hugs from the radiation therapists and good wishes from my doctor.
And then I came into my office to see smiley face balloons taped to the door. Tht's just how I feel, I thought. I logged on to catch up on some work.
But about an hour into my day, the managing editor, my fellow deputy managing editors, reporters, photographers, artists, copy editors and administration people all gathered around my office to help me celebrate the last day of treatment. A huge basket of edible fruit made to look like flowers suddently appeared along with a tray of tempting danish.
What a wonderful day this is!
It is great to share this moment with everyone in our Newsroom. And flowers! I've received a vase of roses from my colleagues and a vase of white day lillies. They are absolutely beautiful. My husband called, my son called and my daughter called.
And I also had a chance to share my last day with a couple of patients I've met in the changing room and waiting room. One woman had already left following her treatment and I had to call to her across the street. I wanted to wish her good luck as well because she finishes on Friday.
The other woman I saw came in singing following her treatment. She's just starting and still has several weeks to go. I wished her good luck as well and she told me she knew she'd be all right. I know she will be.
And I will too.
Countdown...Zero!
Comments (7)
Congratulations on your victory. I have followed your journey and as I celebrate 4 years cancer-free, I share your joy.
Posted by Karen | March 20, 2007 9:22 PM
Posted on March 20, 2007 21:22
Congratulations!! I've read your posting and I too have a family member who continues to fight Luekemia. Each day we realize how lucky we are to have her with us. Thanks for sharing, your attitude gives us all hope that one day we will find a cure for cancer!
Posted by Anonymous | March 21, 2007 9:45 AM
Posted on March 21, 2007 09:45
Congratulations Sandra,
You have been in my prayers for sometime now and I can see that God is good and answers prayers. You are a couragous woman with a positive attitude and surrounded by family that loves and cares about you. Along with the medical treatment, these are also factors that contribute to your well being. Enjoy the wonderful blessings that have been given to you and live life to the fullest.
May God continue to bless you.
Chuck
Posted by Chuck Zeiders | March 21, 2007 10:12 AM
Posted on March 21, 2007 10:12
Sandra, congratulations!!
jerry
Posted by Jerry Cullen | March 21, 2007 11:12 AM
Posted on March 21, 2007 11:12
GO MOM!!! Congratulation!!! I am so happy. I knew you would make it though... now its time to celebrate, see you soon.
Love your son
Posted by Sean Long | March 21, 2007 11:23 AM
Posted on March 21, 2007 11:23
Ive been following your walk as you know. And so much I wanted to say, but for now; As I read comments, I thought about what wonderful, smart, intelligent, young men and women we have raised. So focused, determined and on track with their young lives. Expectly our girls. I think about how you have touched each one of them in some special way. How lucky these young women are to have this wonderful, beautiful, black women to be a part of their lives. In these short 16 years I have known you, I have never met anyone quite like you. You are much more than an inspiration, a positive example, and a role model. You are all mothers rolled up together.
I congratulate you!
She's real, she's honest, she's fair, she's, giving and kind. She's smart, she can dance, she can talk you into anything, and she's pretty damn funny. Her grace, her composure, her will to do it all, and do it well, an inspiration. Yes, a "Living Legend".
Thank you for being you, Sandilee!
Love Ya!
Celebrate!!!
KB
Posted by KB | March 21, 2007 2:36 PM
Posted on March 21, 2007 14:36
Congratulations Sandra,
"Let your light shine." You continue to give strength and courage to us all. We love you and we are so very proud of you. You inspire me to let my life shine, especially during difficult times.
Love,
Jennifer
Posted by Jennifer | March 21, 2007 8:53 PM
Posted on March 21, 2007 20:53