Sunday, March 15, 2015

Getting back to my passion...

Hello all,

I've missed each of you!

No, I didn't hitch a ride on that satellite to Mars...I was right here on Earth determined to slay dragons and defeat a beast.

As many of you know, I am a breast cancer survivor. Well, I just had another go 'round against that son of a @!#$. I started having problems this past fall, but didn't recognize the symptoms right off. In my teeny little mind, after twelve years I was well beyond worrying about such a pesky opponent.

I was wrong.

After a routine mammogram, I was diagnosed with an invasive, aggressive carcinoma. Since then, I've been in an all-out war. Doctor appointments. Tests. Hospitals. Treatments. A radical mastectomy. I'm still recovering but out of the woods.

It's been a rough road, but I'm approaching a sweet spot because you helped me through. Each email, message, thought and prayer gave me strength. Your interest kept characters alive in my head, and I cannot wait to share their voices with you.

Thank you for caring.

Thank you for being patient.

Thank you for inspiring me.

Do me a favor, though. Please perform your monthly self-breast check. Please schedule and keep appointments for your mammograms. This simple routine saved my life...again.

Looking forward,

Linden

17 comments:

  1. We have missed you, but your health and well-being is so much more important. Just know you're not alone, and we support you 100%! Welcome back!

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    1. Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support. And don't worry, I'll be in rare form shortly. XOXO-Linden

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  2. Hey, I love ♥outer space lol Best wishes, health and family first,☺☻ :)
    Judith JJ

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    1. Hi Judith, I agree! The fact that you took to the time to comment and wish me will just made my universe a little smaller....thank you so much! X0X0-Linden

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  3. Sending you prayers of strength and well wishes. I read Taste of Lacey and have been eagerly anticipating your next book. I Googled you tonight and found this out. You keep fighting and know we are all out here rooting for you!!!!

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    1. Thank you so much! Encouragement like yours is what keeps me going. I have so much more to do and I'm ecstatic you're in my corner. XOXO- Linden

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  4. I came here to see when your next book would be released but saw this message. It's good to hear you're doing ok. I am sending soothing and healing vibes your way. Take your time and take care of yourself first!

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    1. Thank you so much! It really means a lot to hear from you. I'm starting to work some though! Stay tuned.

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  5. I’m really sorry to hear of your illness. I will be thinking of you during this time and hope your recovery is a speedy one.

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    1. Hi Karen, I'm on the mend. Thank you so much for your well wishes; I feel them and they motivate me!

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  6. Wow, I am just checking your website again and you have been through a storm, but now there's only sunshine! God bless you. I'm glad to see that you're going better. Like the other comments, I look forward to your next book. Stay healthy and strong! We need more good writers like you to make our days brighter.

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    1. The sun is shining and I am writing! Thank you so much!

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  7. I know of your battle. I hope you kicked that son of a b^%#* in the nutz!!! I pray for your full recovery.

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  8. I hope you kicked that son of a b%#}+ in the nuts!!! I pray for your full recovery.

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    1. You better know it, Ingrid! Thanks for your prayers, they mean so much.

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  9. Just was wondering if you are okay.

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  10. Hi Kizzy!
    I'm hanging in there...writing as much as I can. So great to hear from you. Keep looking out....Linden

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