July 22 is the first anniversary of my stem cell transplant. I don't have any special plans, but I will be on vacation at our favorite lake hide away. It still feels like I need to mark the day.
What would you suggest for ways to celebrate this new birthday?
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Mark Pouley - Name: Mark
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
- When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 53
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
Mark,
Congratulations!
My standard celebration is to go out for apple pie and chocolate ice cream.
Keep up the good work.
Bodumene
Congratulations!
My standard celebration is to go out for apple pie and chocolate ice cream.
Keep up the good work.
Bodumene
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bodumene - Name: bodumene
- Who do you know with myeloma?: myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: January, 2017
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
Mark,
My suggestion for your new 1 year birthday is to undertake a recreational or endurance sport activity that you really enjoyed before your multiple myeloma diagnosis as a self reward for how much you have come through. It may not be exactly as you remember it, but I am certain it will be sweet in its own right.
My suggestion for your new 1 year birthday is to undertake a recreational or endurance sport activity that you really enjoyed before your multiple myeloma diagnosis as a self reward for how much you have come through. It may not be exactly as you remember it, but I am certain it will be sweet in its own right.
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Colin - Name: Colin Rice
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: November 2016
- Age at diagnosis: 60
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
Me?
I went for cake and a haircut, my first since I lost it during the transplant. It was sad; I was cutting off my 'chemo-curls' and I missed them.
I sorta forgot about year two and three, and number four is going to see me, it looks like, getting another transplant to count new birthdays from.
I like new birthdays. May we both have many more of 'em.
I went for cake and a haircut, my first since I lost it during the transplant. It was sad; I was cutting off my 'chemo-curls' and I missed them.
I sorta forgot about year two and three, and number four is going to see me, it looks like, getting another transplant to count new birthdays from.
I like new birthdays. May we both have many more of 'em.
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dianaiad - Who do you know with myeloma?: Me
- When were you/they diagnosed?: Officially...March 2013
- Age at diagnosis: 63
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
Hi Mark.
I'm about 2 weeks behind you, so I'll be interested with where you land on this. But for me, I'm thinking maybe a tennis match with my biggest tennis rival. He's been very supportive of me this last year and would be thrilled if I could once again kick his butt on the court!
I'm about 2 weeks behind you, so I'll be interested with where you land on this. But for me, I'm thinking maybe a tennis match with my biggest tennis rival. He's been very supportive of me this last year and would be thrilled if I could once again kick his butt on the court!
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jrj001 - Name: Jim
- Who do you know with myeloma?: myself
- When were you/they diagnosed?: 3/15
- Age at diagnosis: 61
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
How wonderful a day this anniversaries marks for you. Party hardy with the people you love and those who love you! Of course, there is nothing like taking a quiet walk through some remote spot to celebrate what a privilege it is to be a part of such a beautiful world.
Thank you for sharing so much of yourself here. Best wishes for your continued good health.
Thank you for sharing so much of yourself here. Best wishes for your continued good health.
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kap12 - Name: Kristine
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Myself (IgA MGUS)
- When were you/they diagnosed?: September 2016
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
Thanks for the posts. We are at our property in eastern Washington. A beautiful and special place we didn't get to spend much time here last year. I planned on getting out on my boat, but the boat had other plans. We did enjoy the beauty of the lake. Played with the dogs. Got the boat going. It is just so good to be here.
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Mark Pouley - Name: Mark
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
- When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 53
Re: How to celebrate my stem cell transplant anniversary?
Happy anniversary! Glad you visited the place which gives you joy and peace. Many more anniversaries to come. God bless.
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Hopeful1 - Name: Hopeful1
- Who do you know with myeloma?: Self
- When were you/they diagnosed?: March 2016
- Age at diagnosis: 56
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