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What would you tell someone who is newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer?

What piece of advice would you share with someone who was newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer?

  1. it's a bumpy road stay strong prayers and hugs

    1. Stay strong emotionally. Do activities that make you happy!

      1. I do diamond dotz and just recently started making wreaths. I give everything I make away. made diamond dotz as christmas presents. prayers and hugs shirley

      2. , oh, those are lovely! Are they the paint by numbers with crystals? I love all things sparkly and glittery, and they are spectacular for Christmas! Would love to see one of your finished projects! - Warmly, Donna (Team Member)

    2. All of the posts above are terrific. When I was diagnosed back in April 2018 I was terrified. I, initially, found my strength in my family and friends. I tried to stay stoic but quickly realized that I needed to acknowledge all of my feelings and work my way through them. Reach out to others when you need them and always stay true to yourself.

      1. those are very wise words, thank you for sharing. Has it gotten any easier, honoring your feelings? How are you doing today? - Warlmy, Donna (Tea Member)

      2. great advice. I didn't I wish I had shirley

    3. thanks Ellen for that - your comments are really helpful

      1. I appreciate your feedback, Sarah. Learning about Cancer can truly send us and those around us in a state we always hope to avoid. Let it be a time to be open to communication and help.

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