After 8 years, I can tell you that the fear of recurrence does not go away - that is the bad news! The good news is that we do learn to live with it. Living with it does not mean you don't ever feel that cold sweat stomach dropping panic. It will come back Around testing times and with every lump of bump - it means you are vigilant but not paranoid.

Remain vigilant - but only a bit more so than you are for heart disease, drunk drivers or any of the other things that can befall any of us.

Cancer is a thief. It has already stolen more from your lives than it should have - don't willingly give it any more. How does that go? Worry is like sitting in a Rocking Chair -it gives you something to do but it doesn't get you anywhere!

(yes please do remind me of this post next to.even I have a panic moment!!!

You are on the recovery / healing track - vent away.

Donna