In fall of 2006, one of my best friends was diagnosed with cervical cancer. It was hard to get over the shock of the news, since she was only 32. With her tenacious spirit, the love of her family and friends, her wicked sense of humor, and a radical hysterectomy in December, she managed to power through and (a year later) is cancer-free!

Most young women would be sad to hear that they will never have children, but she was relieved to hear she wouldn’t be contributing to the brat population at Target. Most young women would be depressed about experiencing menopause, but she laughs her way through the hot flashes. She recently sent me this link www.tamponcrafts.com to show all the things she can make with her unneeded tampons. (My personal favorite is the wig.) LOL This girl is amazing!

Although we have celebrated her health all year, we’ve really been focusing on it with this anniversary. We’re capping off the celebration with a full-blown party at our favorite “snaggle bar” (don’t ask) this weekend. (K, get your drinking shoes on! xoxo)

One last thought or two:
Ladies… don’t put off your check-ups. Guys… love the ladies that are in your life.