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Karilynn


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((((((((((((((((Family)))))))))))))),


Tomorrow is National Live Strong Day.  It is about supporting cancer survivors, and research. We are suppose to wear yellow and our Live Strong bands if we have any. As many of you know, I always sign my posts with Live Strong.  I even have it on my checks. It has become my mantra.


However I like to take it a step further.  To me living strong is about taking back my life.  About living strong in our recovery. Living strong means being physically strong, and emotionally. (Now I could use some of Megan's inspiration for living strong physically.) My hubby and I both wear our bracelets as a reminder of where we have been and where we are going.  I first placed that bracelet on his wrist when he came almost died from detoxing 2 years ago and entered rehab.  And yes, it has been a rocky road.  There were times when I didn't think I could stand it any more. There were times when I thought that I would die right along with him.  (We have both gone through several bracelets lol.) How I hate this disease.


But I didn't die and neither did he.  We both have tons of work to do on our programs, together and separately.  I found Alanon and my wonderful family here with whom I have learned so much.  He has finally found a sponsor who takes no prisoners and doesn't hesitate to kick him in the you know what.  The road to recovery is long and hard.  Make no bones about it, there are times, I just don't want to do it.  But I can't give up, and let go of life.  For that is not living strong, it is giving up.  I will have none of that. I WILL NOT GIVE UP!


So tomorrow, on National Live Strong Day let us remember the cancer survivors, as well as ourselves.  Remember to Live Strong in all aspects of our lives.  For those of you whom have family members suffering from cancer please visit www.laf.org website.  It is filled with very helpful information.  For those who want to a reminder to Live Strong, go to the same website and read their creed/motto.  If you replace the word cancer, with addiction or whatever you choose you will see how remarkable it is.


Love and blessings to you all.


Live strong,


Karilynn



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Andrea12


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((((((Kari)))))))),

Love ya hon...

Live Strong,
Andrea

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Thank you


Husband had his left kidney removed Aug 2005 due to cancer.


Older brother had breast cancer over 5years ago.


So yes I need a reminder to wear yellow - thank you



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Hi Karilynn my friend


 


((((((Karilyn))))) I love your Livestrong motto, signature and approach to life. That is very positive.


National Livestrong Day, that is a great idea. I will wear my yellow bracelet in strong support.


My Mom and 2 of her sisters died of cancer. My sister is a 1 year survivor of breast cancer.


Thanks for the good report of where you are at. I see alot of growth and change there and that is nice to see.


We grow together here.


Megan

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