Hi Nila, I hope my blog post brought you a little peace of mind. I feel like I have been thrilled with the Inova Cancer Center. I could not have asked for better care. I feel like there should be other cancer centers closer to you, but if you think you must seek Inova out, don’t wait. They are extremely busy, and it may be hard to get in. I am glad you caught the melanoma early, and I pray that you will not have to go through too many more biopsies.
Best wishes! Debbie

Thanks, Annie. There’s no sugar coating cancer. Just hoping I can save one person from having to go through this. Your support means a lot to me. Thanks! ?

Thanks so much Dana! Your support means a lot to me. I found the hat at TJ Max for like $15 whopping buckaroos! It’s called “Pollywood”, very fitting! I love your little bitty DNA Pieces, sweet friend! <3

Hi Debbie! Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. My one hope is that by sharing my story I can save someone else from having to go through this or even worse. I’ve got some Irish blood in me also and I am very fair skinned. Unfortunately, you don’t really know the true dangers of the tanning until skin cancer happens to you. It’s a little frustrating to watch people be so careless. One of my dermatologist compared smoking to tanning. It’s the pleasure outweighing the risks… I’ve done both. As they say, “live and learn”. Glad to know you are aware of the dangers. Use that sun block daily! xo Mountain Sister!

Hi Catherine! So sorry to hear that you lost some of your ear. My late father suffered from a very aggressive squamous cell cancer that took his entire hear and hearing. Unfortunately, skin cancers are part of our genetics too. I do wish you well and hope you have the worst of it behind you. Stay on top of your care. It is crucial! <3

Thank you so much, Cheryl! Your encouragement and support mean a lot. I hope you SIL remains clear and the worry will begin to fade away! The key is staying on top of care. xoxo <3

Thanks, Sherri. Your prayers are appreciated. Being a strong woman runs in the family. Love you too!