Don’t get used to this. I’m not going to blog every day, and anyone who thinks I will forgets one of my main character traits: I’m inherently lazy. Blogging is too much like work. But until all this breast cancer stuff settles out, you may see me more often.
Yesterday, I woke up kinda down and nervous, evident by my post in which I expressed my fears. I’m amazed how much love and encouragement came my way as a result of that post. What I’m not surprised about is how many people shared their own stories with me. There’s something about being able to say, “I’ve been there, I understand, I can help” that brings out the best in people, because they have been there, and they do understand, and they do want to help. I don’t think there’s a more supportive group out there than those who have been through cancer, or a more wonderful group than Christians who have been through cancer, because they bring the added blessing of prayer to the mix.
Not everything everyone said will apply to me. I’m learning that, even within the breast, where the cancer is situated makes all the difference between a simple surgery and recovery and a difficult one. Mine isn’t located near any bones or the pectoral muscle, so I’ll be one of the fortunate ones who can go through this fairly easily.
Which is another illustration of God’s mercy and grace, another example of what it means to have “the little c.” The more I read of my friends’ experiences, the more I realized how blessed I am.
And I’m honored, humbled, elated to discover I have so many friends who care for me, evident by all the notes and cards and posts. I tell ya, God is so good!
Several years into it, and this blog still refuses to be categorized. It's eclectic and includes everything from writing posts to snippets from my ordinary life. 
Linda W. Yezak 
Amen, sweet redhead.
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Hey Sweetie,
I like those words, “Don’t get use to this, I am not an everyday blogger.” Me, neither and it is good to hear someone else admit that also. I have six different blogs and I am not going to write six different articles every day. I definitely believe in writing under inspiration when it comes to blogging.
Putting that all aside, so nice to hear that you are finding your way through the fog. I don’t know whether you know it or not, but I am doing a series called The Champions Who Walked Among Us and each article features a woman, not your typical woman. Article 5 is entitled The Champions Who Walked Among Us- Article 5- The Banker. This article might inspire you. It is on WordPress.
You are in my prayers and I am sending positive, warm, thoughts your way.
Ciao,
Patricia
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Patricia–I found your site site once and read about one of your amazing women, but now all I can find is your technology site. If you get a chance, would you put the link in a comment?
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Hi,
Keep looking forward and I hope this article inspire you. I thought of it yesterday as I was writing you.
http://garciaandwalkon.wordpress.com/2012/06/15/the-champions-who-walked-among-us-article-5-the-banker/?preview=true&preview_id=132&preview_nonce=52a762312b
Sending positive thoughts of love and thanksgiving your way, for the person that you are.
Ciao,
Patricia
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Thanks, Pat.
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Journaling is healing for you and no doubt for others, too. Praying like crazy for you Linda.
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Thanks so much for your prayers, Carol.
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Praying for you today!
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Thanks, Katie!
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It is during the difficult times we find God’s mercy, through earthly messengers. So very glad to hear of all the prayers and support, Linda. It warms your soul, doesn’t it?
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Yes, it does. I believe people go through rough times to help others when those rough times hit them. No one can say “I know how you feel” like someone who’s been there.
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Keep writing through this. Healing for you and helpful for others, as Carol said. Sending many prayers your way.
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Diane, thank you for your comment and prayers.
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