Hidy Ho Stampers,
This post is a little out of the ordinary from what you are used to from me but I just want to shout it from the highest mountain! I’m 10 years cancer free today! Yip Hip Hoooooray! Please leave a comment today and let me know you are having a good day!
Wow, this is my year of milestones! November 23rd I turned 60. Boy am I glad of that!!! August 5th Kevin and I were married 40 years! 25 years ago on August 13th we moved into the second house Kevin built for us. But my BIGGEST milestone this year is today! August 22nd, 2018 I hit my 10 years of being cancer free. For anyone that has had that diagnosis and survived, you KNOW what an important date that is!!! It’s HUGE!! It’s the number you look for, it’s the number you pray for!
So I’m sitting here and thinking about what has happened over the last 10 years and how blessed I am to BE sitting here. I’m thinking of all my family and friends that fought that battle before me and how they helped me through what was to come each and every day with each and every test and finally on the day of surgery. I think of my friends that are currently going through this tough time and how I can help them as others helped me. I can’t help but think of all my friends that lost their battle and wonder why I didn’t.
I don’t think that anyone can truly understand what it is to go through unless you yourself have gotten that diagnosis. I couldn’t have done it without the support of my family first and foremost (Kevin was my rock), my three amazing children, my mom and all the friends that helped us out. I’m thinking of all that has happened in the last 10 years that I would have missed!!!! …my children graduating from college and seeing them so successful. I would have missed that. Seeing both my sons get married and I would have never known my daughter-in-laws – two of the most amazing women I know! I would have never seen my two grandbabies…oh my gosh, I would have missed all of that. I would never have heard the word “nana”. But I beat it…I may not look the same but I’m alive and forever grateful to have these last 10 and hope for 10+ more. I hope you have a great day today because I KNOW I will!!!!
and because a blog post from me wouldn’t be a blog post unless I brought in my stamping because stamping HAS BEEN a huge part of my last 19 years and YES I NEVER stopped stamping during my cancer and treatments! It actually got me through some rough days with the help of my friends! This card was created by me in 2009 it was my VERY FIRST BLOG POST EVER and it was one year that I was cancer free!!!!
Thank you for all you’ve all done for me throughout the years. I try to be humble and kind and I try to always take your thoughts and needs into consideration. Stay with me, I have a LOT more to come!!! 
CONGRATULATIONS to you Deb!! YEAH!!! So wonderful to hear good news these days.
Congratulations Deb on being cancer free for 10 years. Many blessings for many more years! Kris
Congratulations on your great news Deb. I know what a great feeling that is for you because I have family members and friends who have gone through that terrible diagnosis. What a thrill it is when they get the news that they are cancer free. I hope you are celebrating big time today.
Congratulations on a fabulous milestone. Your post was just beautiful and I teared up reading it. I wish you many more healthy years.
Sending hugs,
Sharon
Yippee! So Happy for the Cancer-free milestone! My Hubby is 6 years cancer free! I pray he stays that way!
Congratulations and so happy for you! Wonderful news! We are so lucky to have you sharing your designs and videos with FSJ!
Deb,
What an anniversary!!! My mother is a 12 year breast cancer survivor….and, unfortunately, we just lost my big brother, my rock, at the end of April after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Enjoy all these milestones – enjoy God’s blessings on you!
Congratulations Deb on your ten year milestone and all the others within those ten years. It is a pleasure to know you.
You didn’t loose your battle with cancer because the Lord wasn’t finished with you yet. He knew that down the road there where other ladies that needed to meet you and become a friend to you. So I’m very thankful that I have had the privilege of knowing you for the last 4 years and pray that there will be many more. Have a great and blessed day. Love and Hugs to You my friend.
Congratulations, Deb!! I know it is a sigh of relief and what a great time you have had the last 10 years. Good luck with your continued journey!
Vicki
By the way, Thanks for sharing your amazing talent!!
Hi Deb. I am so excited for you. You have come a long way. I have not done much with card making. Need to get a move on and get motivated. You have a beautiful Grandson. I hope you get to see him frequently. I hope to talk to you again soon.. Keep that beautiful smile on. Best wishes for the good news.
Fondly
Darlene Kalampalikis
You are loved and admired by many. God looks after you when you are well and when you are not. He has chosen to help you beat this terrible disease so that many can learn from you and continue to be a friend. Your enthusiasm is so unbelievable that it’s catching. Keep smiling as usual and spreading your talents, love, and unique abilities to share with all.
Congratulations Deb. I know how you feel. I will be 7 years free in November.
Great for you I am 6 years cancer free. Let’s celebrate.
Yahoo deb. Daughter just hit three years same month. I am so excited for you and your family.
Nancy in Colorado
Congratulations, with God’s blessings I am sure you will achieve your 10plus years more. Life is a blessing. Enjoy every minute of it.
I’m so happy for your ten year anniversary cancer free! That’s so wonderful! Thanks for sharing your great designs with us!
CONGRATS! That is a blessing
To say that I am so pleased that you have reached this day sounds trite but I really mean it. Having lost a dear one and remembering the feelings of such helplessness……I love knowing that you made it and I was moved by your appreciation of being able to see and do so much with the time you have been given with your survival….best wishes for MANY, MANY more years and good things to come!
Congratulations beautiful lady.
Congratulations, Deb! What an accomplishment and what a beautiful card! God bless……….
Congratulations on your ten year milestone and all the other ones within those ten years. It is a pleasure to know you.
Congratulations Deb! What a wonderful milestone!
Congratulations, Deb! Not only for you and your family, but what would we do without you as our mentor? You’re irreplaceable! God Bless you!
So happy for you Deb!!! I’m so glad cuz your posts and videos keep us happy and inspired!!
Thanks so much
Keep smiling!!
Congratulations Deb! I am happy to hear about all of the wonderful things you have to celebrate! You are amazing and your enthusiasm is contagious! Thank you for sharing your time & talent with us!
I’m sooo happy for you!! Apparently God has more in store for you here on earth…probably more grandbabies to love and introduce to your amazing crafting style. Bless you for your positive attitude and for sharing your happy news.
SO happy for you! What wonderful news. May God continue to bless you.
Thank you for all you share with us.
I have just started following you Deb and love all your creations! I am so happy for this anniversary and I hope you make many more! We are blessed to all know you! You are amazing and your enthusiasm is contagious!
So happy for you! And for us that have had the good fortune to meet you and share in your classes. Hope you have many many more years of good health.
Paula Martin
All the money in the world doesn’t compare to one’s health eh? So glad you beat the terrible disease. My nephew is fighting for his life and hope he comes out a winner like you. Bless you lady for the fight you put up to win the battle this far. Keep going.
What a blessing! You are a real trooper and an inspiration to all FSJ coaches!
Congratulations Deb!!!
I do understand how big this milestone is as I also have a sister who got breast cancer when she was 30 And I certainly agree with what you said that until you go through it you don’t quite understand the entire ordeal Congratulations again and cheers! raising my glass to say thank God your cancer is gone!
Thank you so much Claire. I’m so blessed! Thank you. If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Kris! I do feel so blessed! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
You bet Peggy. I appreciate your congratulations! It’s very big for me! It’s very scary! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Sharon. I didn’t mean to make you cry!!! Just wanted people to know how happy I am to still be here! SOOOOOOOOO happy! :0) If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Cheryl and tell you husband HAPPY 6. Each year is a blessing!!! Thank you so much! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Nancy! You are so sweet. And YES,wonderful news!!! Keep watching, I’ve got so much more to share and I’m so happy I’m here to be able to do that!!! YEAHHHHHH If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you sooooooo much Carol. Oh dear. I’m so sorry to hear about your brother. It’s everywhere! I’m so glad your mom made it. My mom is a 38 year breast cancer survivor so when I was diagnosed she felt like she passed it on to me. After special testing, they confirmed she did not pass it on, my daughter has gone through the testing also. My brother and my son have also had lumps removed. Very scary stuff. Thank you for your blessings and well wishes but thank you also for sharing your stories! God bless you! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you my dear friend! I appreciate your well wishes and I appreciate your friendship! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Jane for your lovely comment. You have brought me to tears! I love you to pieces!!!! I am so blessed to be surrounded by loving people! Thank you.
Thank you so much Vicki! I feel so blessed to have family and friends like you that have helped all along the way! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!. If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank YOU for taking time out of your busy day to come visit and stamp with me! :0) If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Darlene! You are so sweet. I have come a long way and feel so blessed! Please continue to watch and get those stamps out! It’s some that has helped me heal! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Ruthi for your kind and inspiring words of wisdom. I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful family and friends! Thank you for being one of them! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Oh my gosh Janet, I did not know! CONGRATULAIONS, each year you celebrate a little harder! One more year of victory! THANK YOU and good luck! (((hugs))) If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Oh my gosh Carol! Like I just said to Janet. It’s such a wonderful feeling to know you have another year under your belt!!! THANK YOU! Congratulations!!!!! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.
Thank you so much Nancy! I’m so excited for your daughter. Every year is another blessing! You are always so kind and so sweet. I am truly blessed we crossed paths! Thank you dear friend! If I can ever help, please let me know. Remember to subscribe to my YouTube Videos https://www.youtube.com/user/stampladee and to my blog http://www.stampladee.com so you don’t miss a thing. deb http://www.funstampersjourney.com/debvalder for all your shopping needs.