From Trish herself

What a ride!!  And I don't want to go on it again.  It was just over a month ago when my doctors gave me the news- ovarian cancer- and thought to be advanced.  Needless to say, devastated was the reaction.  I thought I had done everything right- regular check ups, mammograms, etc.  I did know something was wrong, though.  I thought it was digestive... no appetite, but seemed to be gaining weight, indigestion, continuing discomfort.  Finally, after seeing the gastroenterologist with no relief, I went to my general practioner.  She took one look at me and ordered a CAT scan.  The rest, as they say, is history!

In Philadelphia I was told it was stage 3 or 4.  At Sloan-Kettering the following week, Dr. Chi would not commit, telling me simply that I was in the "right place."  Sure enough, he was right.  But what he didn't know was that I had all of you praying and pulling for me, as well as lots of help from "upstairs."  All of this probably made his job a lot easier!

Thank you all for the cards, the emails, the flowers, the food, the good wishes, the prayers and the positive energy.  I have been completely humbled by this experience and unbelievable outcome.  I know you are all thinking- humbled?  Never!   Kidding aside, it is amazing how receiving a card or an email can bolster your spirits.  The little things that we think are no big deal, but they really are a big deal when you are on the receiving end.  All the messages and prayers were greatly appreciated.

Thank you doesn't seem to be sufficient, but it certainly is sincere.  Thank you, thank you, thank you!

My love to you all!

Trish