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Ecumenist

(6,086 posts)
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 04:03 AM Jan 2012

Today is my birthday and while it's important, it's doubly important because I went into

hospital 365 days ago this morning. I knew I was sick but not to the extent I was. Turned out I had stage 4 cervical cancer and abdominal gangrene, I wasn't supposed to survive the night and then the hospital stay and then to March. Instead, God had other plans and here I am a year later, still kicking with both legs!!

Sometimes, I have to admit that as much as I've been through, it seems like a dream and my husband has been kissing me and touching me to make sure that I really am here because of my doctors told him. I'm 48 and I plan to be here for at least 39 years more. I'm thankful to be here with all of you because there really was a time when I wasn't sure I would be able to spend time with all you lovely souls again.

I'm not out of the forest yet, still alot of trees to see. I'm sure it's going to be a little more traipsing through the this thick growth of trees but with your prayers and God's grace, I'll make it through, I can see glimpses of the meadow. Nothing worthwhile is easy and I like to think that this is just another test I have to undergo for the life contract I made with Heaven. I will not be surprised to see a few more storm clouds pass but I WILL NOT be afraid to face them and maybe even shake my fist at them.

One of the things I was looking forward to resuming was posting and reading the posts here on the Astrology, Spirituality and Alternative Healing Group and thought of all of you alot. Cancer is a monster but it isn't so big that I don't believe I can slay it. This is the first birthday of my new life A.C., (After Cancer) and I plan to use every moment I can loving and learning from all of you. I am well and truly blessed to have been allowed to come back to DU and all of you.

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Today is my birthday and while it's important, it's doubly important because I went into (Original Post) Ecumenist Jan 2012 OP
Happy Birthday!! mysticalchick Jan 2012 #1
Happy Birthday, Euumenist! So glad you are here! Mnemosyne Jan 2012 #2
It's a joy to be able to wish you HAPPY BIRTHDAY... OneGrassRoot Jan 2012 #3
Happy Birthday, Ecumenist Sanity Claws Jan 2012 #4
Happy Birthday! Delphinus Jan 2012 #5
Happy Birthday, Ecumenist PADemD Jan 2012 #6
Have a Happy Birthday Celebration Jan 2012 #7
Happy Birthday! polly7 Jan 2012 #8
Happy Birthday!!!! WolverineDG Jan 2012 #9
Happy Birthday Ecumenist! backtoblue Jan 2012 #10
Happy Birthday! yellerpup Jan 2012 #11
Happy birthday and many, many more! LiberalEsto Jan 2012 #12
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ECUMENIST!!!!!!! Howler Jan 2012 #13
Have a happy, happy, splendid re-Birthday, Ecumenist magical thyme Jan 2012 #14
Very Happiest Birthday Ever, Ecumenist!!! Melissa G Jan 2012 #15
Happy Birthday Ecumenist! RainbowSuperfund Jan 2012 #16
Happy Birthday, Sweet Ecumenist! Kookaburra Jan 2012 #17
Felicidades!!!!! Tsiyu Jan 2012 #18
Happy Birthday! This is wonderful! kimmerspixelated Jan 2012 #19
Happy, cate94 Jan 2012 #20
Happy Birthday! Sienna86 Jan 2012 #21
Happy Birthday libodem Jan 2012 #22
L'chaim, Ecumenist! Happy Birthday and many more! Manifestor_of_Light Jan 2012 #23
Happy Birthday, and I know you will continue to kick with "both legs" Grateful for Hope Jan 2012 #24
Happy Birthday, Ecumenist Proud_Lefty Jan 2012 #25
Happy Birthday!!!!!!! Tumbulu Jan 2012 #26
Happy Special First Birthday, Ecumenist! southerncrone Jan 2012 #27
Happy birthday!!!! murielm99 Jan 2012 #28
Happy Birthday! rosesaylavee Jan 2012 #29
Very happy birthday to you! bigmonkey Jan 2012 #30
Happy birthday and let's get you through this year Cleita Jan 2012 #31
Wow, what a great story! icymist Jan 2012 #32

mysticalchick

(1,086 posts)
1. Happy Birthday!!
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 06:46 AM
Jan 2012

So glad you are here with us, better than ever!

We are truly blessed to have you among our group and I will hold you tight in my daily prayers for continued healing on all levels!


peace,
Lisa

OneGrassRoot

(23,431 posts)
3. It's a joy to be able to wish you HAPPY BIRTHDAY...
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 07:27 AM
Jan 2012

May you continue to be blessed, Ecumenist.



Here is an e-card created for Aquarians, using ASAH's Saokymo's lovely graphic paired with Ricochet's quote from "The Exquisite Zodiac"!



Sanity Claws

(22,053 posts)
4. Happy Birthday, Ecumenist
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 07:29 AM
Jan 2012

I'm so happy to say Happy Birthday to you and wish you many happy returns.

That's quite a story.

Delphinus

(12,149 posts)
5. Happy Birthday!
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 07:39 AM
Jan 2012

So glad you are here to share your story with us. May you really have and live each moment of those 39 upcoming years.

backtoblue

(11,698 posts)
10. Happy Birthday Ecumenist!
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 09:17 AM
Jan 2012


Prayers and vibes to you and your family!!! Staying positive is wonderful both physically and spiritually. Cheer's to your New Year!!!

Howler

(4,225 posts)
13. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ECUMENIST!!!!!!!
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 10:37 AM
Jan 2012

May this B-day be the SWeetist tasteing one EVER!!!!!!!!! And you get Absolutely ALL of your wishes coming true in one big happy avalanch of Love and laughter!!!!!

Here is your daily Birthday Horoscope

http://www.dailyhoroscopes.com/component/option,com_events/task,view_detail/agid,378/year,2012/month,01/day,30/Itemid,4/


Travel enters into your thinking from time to time and now is a time to set out a few plans for a future visit, tour or exploration. Always leave room for side trips and if you are limited in your budget, find a way to see the places that are most interesting to you. Vegetable gardening will help you save money for your travels and you will take much pleasure in the results of your hard labor. At this time family members and friends want to show their expression of love and if they want to know what you would like, you could hint at a little cash tucked away into a card or box marked for your vacation fund. Making your reservations will be a reality soon, even if it is in several months from now. You can enjoy making your plans. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!


Here is your Birthday Week forcast!


http://www.dailyhoroscopes.com/component/option,com_events/task,view_detail/agid,417/year,2012/month,01/day,29/Itemid,4/


From Sunday, January 29 2012 - 12:00am
To Tuesday, January 31 2012 - 11:59pm
Every day

You have a take-charge sort of manner that can help you enjoy all parts of this Sunday. You certainly seem to have it all-together this morning. This may be one of the reasons people come to you for guidance. Travel enters into your thinking from time to time and this Monday is a time to set out a few plans for a future visit, tour or exploration. Always leave room for side trips and if you are limited in your budget, find a way to see the places that are most interesting to you. Pets can be a big responsibility as well as a great joy to own. Once you take a pet into your living space you have agreed to some invisible universal law that equates to love and lessons. You might just want to wait before getting a pet and perhaps you could sit or walk other people's pets. You might make a little extra money while you are at it. A party is forming this Tuesday afternoon . . . now, hurry to your party, people are waiting to greet you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

RainbowSuperfund

(110 posts)
16. Happy Birthday Ecumenist!
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 12:09 PM
Jan 2012

And many Happy Birthdays to come! May you grow more and more well with each passing day. <3

kimmerspixelated

(8,423 posts)
19. Happy Birthday! This is wonderful!
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 02:04 PM
Jan 2012

And so touching! We are SO glad you are here with us!!! My birthday was on Saturday. From one AquaNut to another-Cheers! I hope you had some flowers. I bought MYSELF a coupla roses!

Grateful for Hope

(39,320 posts)
24. Happy Birthday, and I know you will continue to kick with "both legs"
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 08:21 PM
Jan 2012


BTW, my oldest daughter just went through a year of cancer treatment for stage 3 breast cancer, and she is now cancer free. I was with her all during her treatment, and if you ever want to "talk", I would be honored to talk with you.

Proud_Lefty

(1,553 posts)
25. Happy Birthday, Ecumenist
Mon Jan 30, 2012, 09:29 PM
Jan 2012

Congratulations on conquering this hideous disease. I'm so happy you have made it through, but I'm also sorry you had to go through it in the first place.

Much love and hugs to you this birthday.

Tumbulu

(6,453 posts)
26. Happy Birthday!!!!!!!
Tue Jan 31, 2012, 12:44 AM
Jan 2012

How glad I am that you come here and post so many wonderful, loving things!

Thank you! And Congratulations!

southerncrone

(5,510 posts)
27. Happy Special First Birthday, Ecumenist!
Tue Jan 31, 2012, 12:46 AM
Jan 2012

We're so glad you are still here with us!
Your attitude is no doubt one of the reasons your kicking "c". (Not going to give it any power by capitalizing it or writing it out fully).
Love & light & peace & healing to you!
Cheers!

murielm99

(31,478 posts)
28. Happy birthday!!!!
Tue Jan 31, 2012, 01:55 AM
Jan 2012

This is one of the best posts I have ever seen announcing a birthday. It is an extra special birthday.

Stick around for a long time, hear?

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