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Today I am especially thankful for the many blessings God brings to our lives. My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year. After two lumpectomies and a round of radiation, she has finally finished this (hopefully never to return) fight. There will be follow-up appointments, check-ups to make sure it has not returned, and I'm sure countless unwanted "what if" questions in the coming years - but she has made it through the hardest part...I think. My mom was lucky. They caught the cancer very early, which makes me very grateful for new technology and she did not spend a terribly long period of time in radiation. I was amazed at her positive spirit throughout her battle. Her fight may have wavered a bit in the toughest weeks of radiation when her skin was purple from the burn; but she persevered and I could not be more proud of her! She is one tough lady and I am so thankful for the love and support she has received from her friends, family, and co-workers. I know the constant encouragement they provided helped her keep up the fight when things got tough! :)