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Date Posted: 19:10:19 04/12/12 Thu
Author: mkim
Subject: Update on me.....

First, I want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for all of the prayers and good wishes posted on this board.
I was feeling so down and defeated, that I really had no words, when judi offered to post for me. (God bless you judi)

Now for the update, I am cancer free. Even now, I'm so stunned, I still cant believe this miracle in my life.

In March, 6 weeks after my surgery, after all the tumors and tissues they removed from my lungs, liver and diaphragm were tested and tested again, the tumors contained dead cells, though they had grown very large. The tissues removed, including lymph nodes, showed no active disease. My blood work is normal, the best it has looked in over 10 years.

My doc has no explaination, since the tumors continued to grow, even during my chemo. but I know he is very happy for me. He told me to tell whom ever had been praying for me, that those prayers paid off. I never expected this from an academic, he is a very respected oncologist at IU. Alot of these guys dont openly give God credit. Sooo, here I am, telling you all, that those prayers you breathed over your keyboard, those good thoughts on your way out to work, or any where, were heard.

I dont know why I'm still here, I'm not special, or why I've been spared, but I do intend to live my life, in a kinder more thoughtful way.During this fight there were times I wanted to swallow up as much much life as I could, thinking that if I ran faster, shopped more, traveled more and tried to put myself first, that I would live longer, but the only thing it did was leave me empty and no closer to peace. I guess I thought since I'd put my kids and my husband first most of my life, that it was my turn. I wanted everyone in my life to be perfect, to make things perfect for me, because I I thought, afterall, I didnt have much time, I thought they owed me that. I didnt realize this until now, I was laughing on the outside and crying on the inside and really, very angry and very very wrong.

Now, all I want to do is make a difference in this world, not necessarily anything profound, just and leave this world better than I found it. I'm still recovering, I had chemo from August to December, along with the surgery, so that takes awhile to recover from. I had secondary complications as a result of the surgery and chemo, which really scared me, but when the docs told me the results of my surgery, I felt perfetly willing to put up with anything, because at the end of the day, the cancer is gone!

Dont worry guys, I'm not going on a pilgrimage, (smile) but I know things are different now, I'm different. I just wanted to share my good news and I want to say that I'm thankful for all of you guys and I'm so glad you are my friends.

I've rambled, and I meant not to. Thank you all.

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[> Glorious news, mkim! A TV show brought together a bunch of crazy women who otherwise would never have known each other and we have lasted together all these years as friends. Most of us may never meet each other face-to-face, but we share each others joys, achievements and at times, sadness. Isn't it wonderful to be part of this community? -- Araninda, 19:37:25 04/12/12 Thu [1]


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[> Am so happy for you! This just proves once again what we know -- prayers are power! Now, just don't go running a marathon -- at least not this year. I needed some good, no, make that GREAT news. (See my post below) -- carramor, 20:30:09 04/12/12 Thu [1]


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[> [> I am so sorry for your loss carramor. I know the loss of a mother and it is a hard thing, maybe the hardest. Your kind posts show your strength, or maybe you just know where the power is. (grin) -- mkim, 07:52:57 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Hello mkim ! It's good to hear such news ! I'm so so happy for you !!! <3 -- Laurence, 01:36:45 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Wow! Such an amazing witness of God's will and presence in your life and the lives of all you've touched -- including ours! Your joy and zest and fun for life and your faith and love of the Lord has always shone through. Someone just sent me something called 'The Divine Weaver'. I won't print the whole thing but just one verse: . -- mj, 04:05:02 04/13/12 Fri [1]

The dark threads are as needful in the weaver's skillful hand
as the threads of gold and silver
in the pattern He has planned.

Don't worry so much about making a huge difference to the world -- you already have! xxoo


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[> [> I cant remember the whole verse in Isaiah "I will give you the treasures of darkness, stored in secret places, that you may know that I am the Lord..." You all have been the treasures, when I felt so low and so isolated I thought I'd lose my mind. I'm going to look up the rest of that poem, it reminded me of that verse. Thanks mj! -- mkim, 08:01:47 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> So happy to hear that you are cancer free!! I prayed for you and thought of you often. You've been through soooo much! Glad to hear that it has had a positive effect on you. Inside. -- JAG Junkie Ronda, 09:34:53 04/13/12 Fri [1]

Makes me think of the verse about all things working together for good.

Sending a cyber hug now!


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[> This is excellent news. I'm so happy to hear that the cancer is gone. PRAISE THE LORD!. -- Lee, 10:03:50 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Hi Mkim what wonderful news and well deserved i will continue to pray for your good health to continue for years to come heres to you girl from a cyber friend in the UK -- Bev uk, 11:53:37 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> This is just fantastic news. Prayer is a mighty thing!! -- Cathy F., 12:00:37 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Oh my, this is wonderful news! Truly an Easter blessing God is so great. This definitely proves that prayers are so powerful. -- Martian Barb...praising God for all his blessings., 14:27:50 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> woo hoo!! - wonderful news!! - such a blessing - Enjoy every day! -- chris k, 15:10:00 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Praise our Lord and it is so wonderful to hear this great news from our dear mkim. -- Can Sheshe, 15:54:14 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Three cheers! This is wonderful news for the end of a long week. I am so happy for you! -- Deemus, 16:11:10 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> I'm soooooooo happy for you! -- Sunset, 16:40:17 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> [> *GREAT* news, mkim!!!!!!!!!!! I hope you're feeling better and stronger every day! But what is this "I'm not special" stuff? Of course you're special! You're a part of this community, and that makes you and *all* of us pretty special! I'll bet your family thinks you are too- and above all, (no pun intended) *GOD* thinks you're special! Thanks for sharing your *wonderful* news!!!!!! -- Matou/Carol, 18:28:24 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Dear friend, I've thought of you often and am thrilled beyond thrilled for you. Never underestimate the power of prayer! Now, recover, and treasure every day. -- jan, 19:06:17 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> I have tears in my eyes, I'm so relieved my dear friend! Thank all the Gods! -- Theresa, 19:43:50 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> Mkim, I am so glad to hear this news. You have been in my thoughts and prayers (along with a few others) for a whiile now. Nice to know that they may have made a difference. Continue to get well. -- Katiegirl, 22:01:32 04/13/12 Fri [1]


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[> So happy to hear this. Had been wondering how you were doing. Have missed having you around. -- Hope, 05:08:59 04/14/12 Sat [1]


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[> Wonderful news!!! Remeber, we are all special in HIS eyes. We never know how He will use us to help others, your struggles and the faith of this community might right now be helping someone with another stuggle. Prayer and friends are a powerful combination. Keep getting stronger and contiuned good health and healing. -- usmgrad, 06:31:11 04/14/12 Sat [1]


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[> I'm so happy for you! Sometimes miracles do occur & I thank God for those moments. Once you're up to getting out more, let me know & I'll drive up to "do lunch." Can't wait!!! -- doc, 08:29:45 04/14/12 Sat [1]


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[> Oh Kim, I haven't been on the board for many weeks and I'm so glad I came in just now. How wonderful you are cancer free!! You've been through so much, and now you deserve to enjoy the rest of your wonderful, long life. Don't ever say you were wrong for the way you felt. All your feelings were legitimate. They are what makes you human. I'm sure if I'd been through what you went through, I would not have behaved have as well. -- Love, Cece (can't wait for you to come to the PNW again.), 21:52:12 04/14/12 Sat [1]


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[> FANTASTIC!!! This is such wonderful news, mkim. Don't sweat the small stuff and enjoy each day with renewed faith that you are loved and watched over, even by a bunch of praying Harmy Broads. -- jenks, 06:53:13 04/15/12 Sun [1]


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[> Kim, so glad to hear your good news!! God does answer prayers! Keep looking up and living the best life you can! -- Angela -- Mommy of 2 JAGLettes, 09:24:55 04/19/12 Thu [1]


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[> Wonderful news, mkim! I'm so glad you're on the mend. -- Ann, 18:50:39 04/19/12 Thu [1]


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[> Oh this is great news, mkim! Thanks so much for sharing this with the HB! -- manette, 13:17:33 04/28/12 Sat [1]


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[> Happy for you and answered prayers indeed. -- Yvonne, 11:02:57 04/30/12 Mon [1]


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[> Happy Happy JOY JOY.......answers to our prayers,mkim. -- Paris, 18:09:42 05/02/12 Wed [1]


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[> Great to hear the good news. Miracles are ment for the right people. Keep on smiling and enjoy life! -- Maja, 14:22:19 05/03/12 Thu [1]


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