Comments on: I’m Now A Statistic

By: Ken from the Bronx

Ken from the Bronx — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 01:10:37 +0000

Joede, as long as you are alive and believe you will never be a statistic. Statistics are static snapshots of life. You are very much alive.

By: TurquoizBlue

TurquoizBlue — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:39:43 +0000

Joede,

I pray a miracle occurs, and that you and your family will survive this.

TurquoizBlue

By: Joede

Joede — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:42:48 +0000

Wow, Denise. I’m sorry on the loss of your mom. I’m sure that was and still is difficult.

I hope you know giving me your number is going to cause you to have astronomical phone bills! I have so many questions, especially as a single, vibrant, crazy woman! Hair (does it really grow back thicker), does the “other” breast feel/look different? Is the pain that bad? Is the pain only during chemo or just whenever? I told you! LOL

By: Denise

Denise — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:21:06 +0000

My son was 11 when I had to tell him and I had the same thoughts as you. I too have one ‘real’ breast and the other is the one God gifted a doctor to build for me using the muscle and fat from my belly. That one is mine too. Breast cancer taught me 2 things, that it’s survivable,I did, and that it’s not, my mother died one year after I was diagnosed and was into my recovery. Your list is touching and realistic. I applaud you for standing in the space of laughter, concern and love and taking ahold of your attitude for you and your children’s sake. If you’d like to chat I am available. Reach me at 202-321-0779.

Peace & healing to you,
Denise

By: Margaret

Margaret — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:57:48 +0000

Im sad to hear the news but your a fighter and it aint over yet. Do what you need to do to be here for your family.

Stay strong sis!

By: Joede

Joede — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 13:35:20 +0000

Thank you all so much for your kind words and encouragement. I truly don’t know what to say.

By: WriteBlack

WriteBlack — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 20:40:15 +0000

Oh, no! I’m so sorry to hear your news.

I’m keeping my fingers crossed for a successful fight against the nasty cancer beast and that you’ll be able to achieve your goals.

By: Donna Maria @ Indie Business

Donna Maria @ Indie Business — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:56:41 +0000

Ooops, Rene Syler was at The Early Show, not Good Morning America.

By: Donna Maria @ Indie Business

Donna Maria @ Indie Business — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:55:55 +0000

You may be a statistic. Join the club. We all fit somewhere. But you are more than a statistic. You are a strong, vibrant, intelligent, caring human being who is also a mother. Not just a statistic. Look at Rene Syler, former co-host at Good Morning America. She was fired from her job just weeks before announcing that she had enough boob problems to have a double mastectomy even without being diagnosed with cancer. Then she wrote a book. She’s beautiful, vibrant, very sexy and strong. Just like you. So if you want to consider yourself a statistic, don’t forget to include those things too. You are not cancer. You are not your boobs. You are Joede and we love you for that. You are in my prayers. If I can do anything else, please let me know. Peace.

By: BostonSwag

BostonSwag — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:53:06 +0000

I am so very sorry to hear the news. I was shocked, really. I can’t even imagine how devasted you are, but Joede, you are a strong woman. I realize that there may be some tough days ahead, but keep that positive energy, your sense of humor, and the love of friends & family around you. I believe that your will and determination will overpower this thing!! Lots of hugs & prayers…xo