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Thank you Ed from Conn. It was great to hear your story.  I hope you are still doing well.  I too am a survivor and wanted to also share my story of hope.  I hope that we can continue to have contact and share our journey.  Sue from Florida

I was diagnosed with malignant melanoma in November, 2003. I had a small spot by  my left eyebrow which appeared like a blackhead.  Two doctors told me it was nothing; it was only because of the location, my vanity and my husband’s concern that I insisted that it be removed.  .  To touch, it felt like a very small bebe under the skin. It was biopsied, with a postivie result for melanoma.  That phone call from the doctor will forever echo in my memory.  The oncologist believes this was not a primary site due to the depth of the tumor.  The primary site was never found.  I had 2 more surgeries to clear the margins. My lymph nodes in my neck were removed and checked with dye and were clear.   I completed a year of interferon therapy. I was cancer free (NED no evidence of disease) for almost 5 years, until July 08. A routine PET scan identified a spot on my liver.  Part of my liver and all of my gallbladder were removed.  Two opinions said there was no recommended treatment since at this time there is no evidence of disease.  I was very thankful for this as I didn’t want to begin putting poisons back in my body.  I began a quest to build my immune system and to to cleanse my body with a diet free of white flour, sugar, meats and processed foods.  I strive to eat a high alkaline diet rich in live foods.    I exercise daily and keep a positive attitude.  I never forget that God is in control and am thankful daily for his grace.  I am grateful for my husband, children, family and friends for their endless support and encouragment.  Each day is a gift, live in the present and embrace each moment.  We can beat this, believe…Jy liver and all of my gallbladder. I have been cancer free for on 1 year now. Doc says he got it all. Right now it is Stage 4 metastasis melanoma NED (no evidence of disease). I run 1-3 miles per day. Eat very healthy and maintain a positive attitude. I would love to share my healthy eating things that I believe are working. At the time of surgery there was another spot on my liver that they couldn't remove due to location. It is totally gone now. Doctor can't explain it.y liver and all of my gallbladder. I have been cancer free for on 1 year now. Doc says he got it all. Right now it is Stage 4 metastasis melanoma NED (no evidence of disease). I run 1-3 miles per day. Eat very healthy and maintain a positive attitude. I would love to share my healthy eating things that I believe are working. At the time of surgery there was another spot on my liver that they couldn't remove due to location. It is totally gone now. Doctor can't explain

Thank you Ed from Conn. It was great to hear your story.  I hope you are still doing well.  I too am a survivor and wanted to also share my story of hope.  I hope that we can continue to have contact and share our journey.  Sue from Florida

I was diagnosed with malignant melanoma in November, 2003. I had a small spot by  my left eyebrow which appeared like a blackhead.  Two doctors told me it was nothing; it was only because of the location, my vanity and my husband’s concern that I insisted that it be removed.  .  To touch, it felt like a very small bebe under the skin. It was biopsied, with a postivie result for melanoma.  That phone call from the doctor will forever echo in my memory.  The oncologist believes this was not a primary site due to the depth of the tumor.  The primary site was never found.  I had 2 more surgeries to clear the margins. My lymph nodes in my neck were removed and checked with dye and were clear.   I completed a year of interferon therapy. I was cancer free (NED no evidence of disease) for almost 5 years, until July 08. A routine PET scan identified a spot on my liver.  Part of my liver and all of my gallbladder were removed.  Two opinions said there was no recommended treatment since at this time there is no evidence of disease.  I was very thankful for this as I didn’t want to begin putting poisons back in my body.  I began a quest to build my immune system and to to cleanse my body with a diet free of white flour, sugar, meats and processed foods.  I strive to eat a high alkaline diet rich in live foods.    I exercise daily and keep a positive attitude.  I never forget that God is in control and am thankful daily for his grace.  I am grateful for my husband, children, family and friends for their endless support and encouragment.  Each day is a gift, live in the present and embrace each moment.  We can beat this, believe…Jy liver and all of my gallbladder. I have been cancer free for on 1 year now. Doc says he got it all. Right now it is Stage 4 metastasis melanoma NED (no evidence of disease). I run 1-3 miles per day. Eat very healthy and maintain a positive attitude. I would love to share my healthy eating things that I believe are working. At the time of surgery there was another spot on my liver that they couldn't remove due to location. It is totally gone now. Doctor can't explain it.y liver and all of my gallbladder. I have been cancer free for on 1 year now. Doc says he got it all. Right now it is Stage 4 metastasis melanoma NED (no evidence of disease). I run 1-3 miles per day. Eat very healthy and maintain a positive attitude. I would love to share my healthy eating things that I believe are working. At the time of surgery there was another spot on my liver that they couldn't remove due to location. It is totally gone now. Doctor can't explain