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Motivational Monday -- Maybe Questionable

By Liz Loadholt

Real Estate Broker/Owner with Liz Loadholt- AgentOwned Realty- Covering SC

July 06, 2009 09:17 AM

Motivational Monday

Looking back at the very first post that I put on Active Rain gave me inspiration.

This is the photo that I had in that first post (of course, at the time, I called it a blog & only got 4 comments - 2 of which were family).

breast cancer awareness bill board

Looking at this photo makes me realize --- "wait a minute, I had cancer" Really, being a breast cancer survivor has opened up my life to what is really important. I do actually forget that I had pink ribbon cancer -- until, I undress -- and then it is very clear.

For those who were not reading my posts back in Oct. 2008, Boyd & I made the decision to a have a double mastectomy. It was the best decision that we have ever made. No, I did not have cancer in both breasts -- we just didn't want to have to worry about it coming back.

I have a friend who was diagnosed at the same time as I (3 and a half years ago) -- she chose to go the chemo route and not the mastectomy -- I regret to tell you that her cancer is back -- now in her bones and lungs -- not a good thing.

Who knows if she had had the mastectomy whether it would have come back? Only God knows that. But, I believe that the mastectomy could have saved her life.

How is this inspirational? I feel that I am an inspiration -- an inspiration to others who may be going through the same tough decision.

Today, I am wonderful, wonderful (truly) --- feel great, can do anything that I decide to do. To be around me, you would never know that I am a breast cancer survivor unless I decide to preach about making these tough decisions.

Please, if any of you out there are in the process of trying to decide what to do, please have the mastectomy (mastectomies).

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Liz Loadholt
Broker, SC Certified Trainer, Relocation Director
Co-founder of AgentOwned Realty
Liz@AgentOwned.com
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Emily Shapiro

NextHome Specialists - Charleston, SC

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Liz,

You (and your post) are very inspiring. I can't even imagine all of the courage it takes to make such a decision. I have a family member who went through the same thing, it must have been about 20 or more years ago, but I know she does not regret her decision either. I think I would have to make the same choice if I were in those shoes. Thank you for sharing such intimate moments in your life in an effort to help benefit those of others.

Emily

P.S. I was wondering of you ever thought of starting a local Facebook group as a gathering place for people in the Charleston area who either have, had, or know people with breast cancer...to share their stories and get local support. I think you would be great at hosting it!

Jul 07, 2009 07:30 AM

Clint Miller

Real Estate Pipeline, Inc. - Missoula, MT

Very inspriational post, Liz!! Quite pleased that you left me that link on my post or I never would have seen this wonderful piece.

I think you should read this one of mine to get a better understanding of where I have come from...our paths are somewhat similar. Somewhat. :-)

Jul 07, 2009 07:43 AM

Irene Tron

Valparaiso, IN

Liz - Somehow I missed this yesterday. Thanks for making me aware of your great post.

Jul 07, 2009 07:44 AM

Midori Miller

Talk 2 Midori, LLC - Daytona Beach, FL

Online Marketing For Real Estate Professionals

Hi Liz,

Many think I have had breast cancer but I have not...I've worn that ribbon to represent all cancer but also in memory of Karen George..and how I was deeply impacted as a human when REALTORS in our area..rallied to support one of our local REALTORS.

I don't know the affects of breast cancer but am well aware of others...we as women must take good care of our bodies and that would include routine breast checks and doing what needs to be done with the least amount of trauma to our bodies.

You have always inspired me! :) that will never change.

Jul 07, 2009 07:59 AM

Chip Jefferson

Gibbs Realty and Auction Company - Columbia, SC

Great info and a hard decision to make. My grandmother lost her life to the decision to not have the procedure. I had read your post earlier and didnt comment as its bad memories for me. Cancer in any form is a nasty thing and has taken 6 of my loved ones from me in the last 2 years.

Jul 07, 2009 08:14 AM

Lisa Udy

Platinum Real Estate Group - Logan, UT

Logan Utah Realtor

HI Liz,

My family has a large ongoing history of breast cancer. My grandmother died from it, and everytime I hear a story like yours it saddens me. I miss my grandma... :( Anyways, crying aside, thank you for the inspiration, and you made one hell of a hard decision. I wish you a happy and prosperous life, and my thoughts and prayers are with your friend.

-Lisa

Jul 07, 2009 10:56 AM

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