Monday, June 6, 2011

Yikes! I have cancer!

Hello all,
I have spent weeks composing this post in my head and it changes every hour. I decided I could not delay sharing this news with you anymore so I am just going to BLURT it out.

Yes, I have breast cancer. And have had it for over 5 years. FIVE YEARS you might be screaming. Yep, it is true. Before I dive into the history I want to let you know that I am going to be fine...perfect...stronger and healthier than ever in a short while. This 5 year odyssey will be over soon and now I am actually excited about telling you and the world! Breast cancer should not be a death sentence, nor a horror show of chemicals, cuts and burns.

About 6 months after becoming a WAPF Chapter Leader I had a mammogram (and then I read this article). It was clear on the right, a mass showed on the left. The doc did not instill enough fear in me about the mass so I forgot about it. However, 2 months later I found a quail egg-sized lump on the right side. How did it appear so quickly? Well, I blamed it on bruising from the mammogram (and still do), and, having faith in my new WAPF diet I decided to let my food be my medicine and did nothing.

The lump stayed the same for about 2 years. Then I did a homeopathic round of the weight loss hormone HCG that I strongly feel made it grow, grow and grow. Did the HCG have anything to do with it? Who knows, but the lump is hormone receptive positive so it would make sense. However, I am not a chemist so I really can't say. I can only repeat the timing and the history.

Now, I had to address the damn thing. I continued to eat tons of butter, fatty grass fed meats, eggs. drink our milk and take fermented cod liver oil. I feel certain it is my diet that has kept me so strong. I will not list the litany of alternative therapies I tried. Nothing really worked, and some things helped a little on some level I am sure. By last fall the lump had consumed my whole breast and started to break through the skin. Instead of being scared by the breakthrough, I was pleased it was draining and leaving my body.

That was when I allowed a biopsy to be performed that confirmed the hormone receptive positive cancer. Of course, the doc I saw wanted me to see an oncologist RIGHT AWAY and have a PET scan. I knew I wasn't going to get onto the Medical Merry-go-round so I dismissed her advice. However, with hindsight I can see that she caused fear and panic in me, which now I know is one of the reasons cancer is deadly.

About 2 months ago I was reading Matt Stone's blog and one of the comments mentioned RBTI. I looked it up and decided to investigate further and then signed up with a practitioner. I saw some amazing changes start to take place just by drinking the distilled water that was recommended. Then, I decided to look into German New Medicine and had a phone consultation with a GNM doc 2 weeks ago. After that consultation was when I got sick with my "cold". It is actually not a cold or flu or virus I am suffering, but textbook healing symptoms of GNM. I am thrilled to have a fever of 101 and the fatigue that is predicted. My body is forcing me to rest so it can recover.

And recovery is taking place! About a week ago the wound produced a beautiful, strong scab. Preston and I started measuring it on April 10 and today I was thrilled to see that the wound has shrunk over 30%! What I am doing is working and I feel I am on a perfect path to healing.

So, in summary, I am eating a balanced WAPF diet, using RBTI to monitor my minerals and GNM to heal my psyche, brain and breast. Oh, and I can no longer find the left side mass - just in the last 10 days or so!

I could write a book about my journey, but will refrain. I do want to ask you to share with any woman (or man) who suspects cancer to NOT PANIC and do some research BEFORE seeing a doctor. Remember, fear and panic cause more harm than you can imagine and that is what our medical system thrives on.

I hope I get to see you soon. I want to thank so many of you for your well wishes and offers of help. Preston and Zach will be holding down the fort until I am up and running again...which should not be too long now.

I am grateful to the WAPF Foundation and all our farmers for the knowledge and the healthful foods that has sustained me in the challenging time. Eat more butter my friends!


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With Love to you all,
Cynthia


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24 comments:

  1. We all love you so much Cynthia, you are an amazing woman. xxxooo -Laney

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  2. CYNTHIA!!! No, no, no, no, no! I'm just so sorry that you've been going through this and wish that you had told us sooner. 5 years! You are a very strong and courageous woman. Please keep us posted on your journey, and count me as a member of your support system. Whatever you need.

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  3. Wow Cynthia,

    What a journey you have been on over these years! And I, like many others I assume, didn´t even know you had cancer. Keep up the good fight and the courage to stand up against what is considered normal in today´s medical world. You are an example to all of us to stand up for what you know is right.

    All the best from Spain.

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  4. I am so proud of you and the journey have just described. I don't know anything about the therapies you have described, but will make it my business to educate myself. Thanks, too, for sharing the HCG weight loss hormone possible connection.

    Sending you healing thoughts and prayers for the continued healing in your body, mind and spirit! You are an inspiration!

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  5. I'm so proud of you! I love you and I have been praying and am so excited about your healing !
    Thanks for sharing.
    Lori

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  6. Hey, you should send your numbers to Challen and see what he says - make sure it's not different from what you are being instructed to do with another RBTI practioner.

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  7. I'll be thinking of you and sending my love...O

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  8. Claire and Mike M.June 6, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Oh Cynthia, we had no idea! You truly are an amazing & courageous woman, and are an inspiration to all of us! Thank God that you decided not to go the usual "medical" route, I commend you! If there's anything we can do to help, we are here for you, Preston and Zach. In the meantime, you are in our prayers. Love you, Claire & Mike M.

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  9. Cynthia, thank you for sharing your story with us. You are setting such a wonderful example! I starting seeing a naturopath recently for advice with a health issue and although my friends and family are trying to be supportive, they don't understand why I chose an alternative therapy. Reading your story has bolstered my confidence! Love & blessings to you, Marti R.

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  10. i love your authenticity. i will definitely pass this link on, so many people could benefit from reading it. sending healing thoughts your way, much love and gratitude for everything you do.

    xo erin

    ps look at quantum techniques again for the emotional stuff.

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  11. You have been on an amazing, courageous journey. I have been intrigued by how much emotion is involved in my own health,and I love that you are a pioneer for us all, to let go of fear and panic and reach out for help and support.
    Love, Susan

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  12. Cynthia, I hardly know what to say! I so commend your courage and bravery for going the alternative route. Your wonderful smile and uplifting attitude and enthusiasm for your WAPF work over these past 5 years is an inspiration and will continue to be in your recovery. Thank you for posting all of this. We love you, Ginger and Peter

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  13. Thank you so much for sharing this story Cynthia. Your courage and strength and willingness to share will inspire so many others. I am surrounding you in light and wishing you peace and joy in your recovery.

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  14. Cynthia, you are a warrior and an inspiration to all. I wish you a speedy recovery.

    Tina S

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  15. Cynthia,

    Glad to hear you are doing well and plan on fully beating this thing. And I am glad you didn't run from RBTI after my brief email warning you what was ahead :P Many WAPers would have not made it.

    take care...

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  16. Sending you healing thoughts and prayers!! Also, have you ever heard of Beta Glucan? It is an immune system booster, but I have heard some have used it for a cancer treatment. If you need anything, please let me know!

    Morgan

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  17. Wow. I am at a loss and overwhelmed by your candor and conviction.
    I'm sure you'll remember the power of visualization as another tool in
    your arsenal. Thank you for baring yourself and educating me (and others) about these alternative therapies that will return you to health. You've got some mighty powerful modalities working for you, but I'm sending you my love and prayers just the same.

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  18. I was surprised by your recent revelation; I'm sure you knew a lot of us would be. Like others, I commend you for not giving into
    the medical merry-go-round and for treating the cancer in the way that is right for you. It sounds like you are doing well,
    and I think this is great news. I also see why you would want to keep it secret, since I cannot imagine how many people would
    advise you to do the conventional thing. I have learned the hard way to keep my mouth shut when I use unconventional treatments
    to treat anything.

    Thanks for opening up and sharing your news. It is truly inspirational. If there is anything I can do to help you on your healing
    journey, please don't hesitate to ask.

    Much love and support,
    Sal

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  19. Cynthia, so sorry for what you've been enduring, but very thankful that you've found a therapy that is making you well. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Barbara in PC

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  20. Wow Cynthia, you are one remarkable woman! Your strength and determination are truely inspiring. I am imagining you 100% healthy and vibrant.
    Love to you,
    Jane T

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  21. Cynthia. I am sending prayers and healing thoughts your way! May the love you are surrounded by be a source of courage and strength for you and know, you are very loved! I'll be thinking of you and praying for your healing.
    With loads of love! Maya.

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  22. Cynthia,
    Wow. I am so sorry this had to happen to you, but how brave you have been! It takes unspeakable amounts of courage to go against what the majority of the medical community would have you do in a situation like that. I will be thinking about you and praying for healing.

    Love,
    Jenny C.

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  23. You are one courageous woman! It takes the most determined conviction and belief in yourself that you know what is right for you and your body. And it takes trust: to trust yourself and your ability to heal yourself!! We really can’t put our trust outside of ourselves as that sets us up for becoming a victim. I always used to say that I’d rather die by my own hands that the doctors’.

    I hope you are feeling better and that the healing crisis is subsiding.

    Sending Peace, Love and Healing your way.
    Judy

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  24. Tammy and I send all our best to you and I'll see you tomorrow. Stay positive and confident that you will come through this with flying colors. I really admire your positive attitude.

    John and Tammy

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