12 Days of Christmas

I had a really good Christmas. It's weird when I think back at the last six months of having cancer, going to the doctors, chemo, scans, and sickness, and I can't help but to think of how thankful I am for everyone who has helped me through this trial. For Christmas, someone has dropped some kind of treat or present at my door for the 12 days of Christmas. It was so much fun. I loved each and every gift. I do not know why I deserve all of this attention, but just so everyone knows, it really helps me, especially when I am feeling down. I know that everyone loves and cares about me, even to the point of buying me presents and giving them to me and giving them to me anonymously. I am so thankful and I appreciate everything. I know I am still in loved ones prayers and even prayers of people I do not know and I thank you. I receive so much strength from everyone, and I want you to know, that you have made this journey of cancer much easier because of you. The best part of Christmas was spending time with my family. I have really realized the importance of family, and I am so thankful for my family. This truly has been a great Christmas...especially because of all of my friends, family and strangers, and loved ones. Thank you all so much for everything. I know I am not always that good at writing thank you notes, but please know that I appreciate you and everything you have done for me and given me. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Merry Christmas.

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