Nine

I received my first diagnosis nine years ago today.

At the time, I couldn't think nine minutes into the future. Nine years was unimaginable.

It's a good reminder that life goes on—and on.

I'm grateful for every day of those nine years—even the hardest and saddest among them, and there were many of those.

And I'm grateful for all of you.

In a few hours, I'll begin my 10th year as a cancer veteran. Thanks for keeping me company.