Well, today was a big day!! I have officially hit the ONE YEAR marker since my original thyroid surgery. A lot has happened in that one year, but reflecting over it has let me see how incredibly blessed I am. I have incredible family, friends, and an amazing boyfriend who have never left my side through the whole process, and I have never once lost hope in the future that one day, I will be 100% healthy and living life the way I want to. One year ago, I didn't know what was going to happen. All I knew is I was sitting in pre op, freaking out, wondering what that pathology report to say. Would I need more surgery after this one? What will happen on the other side? But never once, did I ever feel alone in my battle and to this day I have still never once felt alone.
I don't want to make some big long sappy blog post about what has happened with my health over the last few months. I want this to be a post about how thankful I am, and how no matter what has happened or what is going to happen, I have lived my life and continue to be lucky enough to spend it along side some awesome people. So I have decided to post some photo memories of what has happened over the last year. Each photo will have a description as to why it is an important memory and to have a last impact on the last year.
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| I cheered on the Bruin's hockey team along side my second family. |
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| I celebrated victories on horseback with two of my best friends in the world. |
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I conquered my showing fears, and walked out victorious
beyond anything I wold have ever imagined or expected |
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I continue to stay connected with the best group of friends;
together since elementary school and still going strong. |
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I was able to visit family I had not seen in over 10 years,
and celebrate a new addition to the family |
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I was a part of a Kentucky Derby party,
and got all dressed up with my second family to watch the horses run. |
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I was able to do something I have always wanted to do-
I jousted with pool noodles. |
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| I continue to spend time doing what I love |
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| I was gifted with a plushy stuffed thyroid, to fill the hole |
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| I spent the summer along side my best friend, traveling and just having fun |
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I celebrated my 2 year anniversary with my boyfriend,
and look forward to having more |
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I went to hockey games in Phoenix with my best friend,
and enjoyed watching such an incredible sport |
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| I started a new job |
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| I celebrated Fancy's second birthday, and had an incredible time |
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| I repaired broken friendships and enjoy laughing at old memories |
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| I celebrated a year with my current equine partner. |
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| I cheered my dad on as he rode in El Tour de Tucson |
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I celebrated my 20th birthday with two amazing friends,
whom I am lucky to have |
I am so blessed, and cannot wait to see what God gives to me in the year to come.
