billiegirl

I had complications after surgery and then other un-cancer related health issues and was never able to return to work as an LPN even though I had only planned to be off for 2 weeks after my mast. I had insurance through my employer  for 1 year, thanks to accumulated sick leave, vacation time and donation of time from work mates.After 1 year, I had to officially resign. I qualified for SSDI, but not medicare ( which takes a couple of years) My health premiums were $600.00 per month plus co-pays, which used up my income from SSDI for a year.The Komen foundation did give me a grant for "rent" of $1000.00. I had gone to a Social Worker because I felt so overwhelmed and burdened financially and was literally living on credit cards. It never occured to me that any funds would be offered. That thousand dollars was really appreciated, but I too have wondered if many women actually get enough financial help to be able to get the care they need or lift the burden much. I have 5 daughters and a niece that have participated in the 3 Day numerous times and together have raised 10s of thousands for the Komen Foundation. I too would like to know more about how the money is divided up and think this should be researched a little more and the results posted as I am sure it is Public Info. I will see what I can find out...unless someone reading this already has the info.

I am usually not vocal about politics even though I was an Edwards silent supporter. However, this whole thing just makes me sick! I try to be positive and look for the GOOD in people and situations.But I believe that Americans as a group are evolving better CHARACTER over the generations and years and that we need a President and Politicians who also have GOOD Character. Be they Repiblician, Democrat or other...we need someone in the white house with the INWARD motivation to do what is right, even when no-one is looking. Yes, many presidents have been unfaitful to their wives and still been respected presidents. But, I believe that our own expectations and standards are higher now. The general public is more aware and participatory. I am so sad for EE, but also bewildered. I think I agree with Member of the Club. When people of high political or economic standing are willing to "cover and/ or pretend" in order to not loose their "stuff" (material or otherwise) it is a slap in the face to us all. My heart aches for her and it makes me wonder what I would have done in her shoes? Just a guess that this was not the 1st time, the only time or the last time. But now she undoubtly knows his character. And, what does it matter if he did or did not father a child. The point is that he was deceitful. The poor child will have "issues" no matter who her father is, because of who her mother is! Run EE...run.... I feel the same for Hillary. That is my 2 cents!

ME Too! Maybe there should be a column for Dense Breasts! I was actually physically symptomatic ( swollen breast, red, heavy,warm & painful with flu-like symptoms) I thought I had IBC. Mammo and US were neg other than showing dense breasts. I was back and forth between family Dr & surgeon 1 or 2x week for 2 months! Had antibiotics with no relief. I was sure I had BC from the "get go" but the Dr acted like I was a nut case. Finally got an OB/GYN to order an MRI.  Surgeon reluctantly did a punch bx-which only showed "dermatitis"  MRI did find 1.5 cm tumor. I opted for Mast and had 30+ positive nodes!!!!! On a positive note, I have my 4 yr dx anniversary coming up.