It’s been over a year since I’ve updated my blog. Reading my most recent post was hard. It brought me back to this time last year, that feeling of hopelessness and sadness. That feeling that nothing was ever going to get better in my life.
For the first time in 4 years I can finally say “This is going to be my year.”
2018 has already been better than the last 4 years combined. I can finally say I’m happy.Everything in life seems to be working in my favor. I passed my certification exam and I’ve been offered a position as a Medical Lab Technician with Niagara Health Systems. The same hospital where they performed countless rounds of blood work on me trying to come up with some sort of diagnosis. I have learned so much about life, sickness and struggles. My cancer diagnosis has given me the tools I need to excel at my career. Being able to empathize with the patient, as I have been in their shoes many times. It’s nice to be on the other end of the needle for a change.
This year I became an Aunt! What a little bundle of joy he is. They named him Ty and he is the cutest little boy I have ever seen.
There are so many good things to look forward to this year. My twin sister will be getting married on a May 26th to the sweetest guy in the world. I’ve been asked to be her maid of honour and stand up with her on her special day. Which reminds me, I should probably start writing my speech.
I like to come back to my blog and read different entry’s every once in a while. It brings me back to a time when life was tough and mentally I was not well. I’ve been doing some reading to help cope with my depression and PTSD from my cancer experience. I’ve been able to open up more with certain people in my life and try to be more honest about how I’m feeling. I still need to be reminded that it’s okay to have bad days sometimes too. It’s okay to be a few years behind in life than other people your age. I’m no longer afraid to talk about my story, as if it were a negative thing. I use my story everyday in the work I do to help people see..there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
One Day At A Time 
Candace, thanks for posting your happy update! I am thrilled to hear that you have at last turned that corner and life has become enjoyable for you again. You will do great working with patients as you will really understand what they are going through. Mary Lou Perry
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Dear Friend,
Celebrating your miraculous journey from China this evening. My late beloved, Deb Hubsmith, felt such an alliance with you as you both fought hard together through your AML diagnosis (Deb was diagnosed within hours of her first symptoms in October 2013) and through your healing journeys together.
Sending love to you as you continue your healing journey of mind, body and spirit. May the light of this life shine bright in your heart with each precious breath you take, dear Candace!
Blessings to you and yours, dear one!
Andy Peri
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