Debra

I grew up in Southern California and love the ocean, mountains and deserts.  My husband, Loy, and I moved to Lake Elsinore after living in Phoenix , AZ , for several years.  My husband is my best friend.  And like all best friends we always share with each other.  We share the fun of fishing, fly fishing & hiking together.  We share the joy our three grandchildren give us.

April 1st, 2009, I was told I had stage III/IV breast cancer.  One thing I never thought we’d share.  We were in shock.  I had no idea what to expect and felt like I had to make spur-of-the-minute decisions about my treatment and who my doctors would be.  The only thing I was sure of was that I would have chemotherapy.  In a way, we shared that, too. 

I can’t remember exactly how I heard of Michelle’s Place, but I soon was to become a fan.  I’d been looking for a way I could be of help to others.  I became a volunteer for Michelle’s Place.  I am a volunteer because I want to spread the word of its good works and kindly people.  I want to help make the journey through breast cancer treatments less lonely.  Hopefully, someone in need will get help and support, too.

Fight like a girl!

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