Jody
On healing…
“I followed my medical team’s instructions to the letter. I didn’t put off looking at my incisions; I felt like the longer I put it off, the harder it would be.
The three weeks I stayed home after my surgery, I spent resting, eating, and healing.”
“I asked my husband to wash my hair out on our deck.
It was very hot out, still, in early September, so the cool water from the hose felt marvelous, as did finally having my hair washed!”
“I think it’s important for one’s mental health to, sort of, deal with one thing at a time.
You can’t be focused on worrying about metastasis when you’re trying to get through a really difficult protocol of chemo.
That’s the way I feel about it, and that’s the way I’ve tried to segment it in my head.
Okay, this is what I have to deal with first, is surgery, and getting over surgery.
And washing my hair.
And getting through today.
And then, I’m not going to think about what comes after that.”
Jody Bailey | 47 | Arlington, Texas | wife to Kyle | college librarian
Diagnosis: Stage III Invasive Ductal and DCIS | L Mastectomy and Reconstruction September 2009 | Chemotherapy September 2009-April 2010 | Radiation April 2010-May 2010 | survivor
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Jody,
You’re awesome. You are an inspiration. I hope if I’m ever in your shoes that I can take it as sanely and logically as you have.
Kelly
You’re a rock star, Jody! I’m proud to know you, and awed by your strength.
Yeah Jody!!
Gosh–you look absolutely beautiful and powerful! Love your pictures! Love your attitude! And I hope, if ever, I’m in your situation, I could have similar strength. Always thought you were cool and this confirms it!
I love these pictures! You’re an inspiration to me in more ways than I can count. We love you!
BRAVO…….a real inspiration and great strenght to continue life the best we can …..and wish you the best.
HI JODY.
You look beautiful ! c’est une belle leçon de courage et de vie que tu nous donnes-là.
You’re an inspiration to us all. Such a great attitude.
What a courageous example of “fighting like a woman”! More power to them all! We are delighted to see our cousin Jody among the fighters!
We’re proud of them her–and all other women who never think of giving up.
Jody–
You are a hero! Great photos and your usual strength, beauty and joy in life!
Mary
WOW! YOU ARE TRULY AMONG THE AMAZING CANCER SURVIVORS!!! YOU LOOK BEAUTIFUL AND HAVE QUITE A POWERFUL STATEMENT. I AM VERY MUCH IN ADMIRATION OF YOUR FIGHT AND YOUR SUCCESS. YOU ARE AMONG THE GREAT FIGHTERS, A TRUE INSPIRATION FOR ALL WOMEN AND MEN!
PEACE,
BEVERLY PINKOS-HOOD
Thanks for sharing your journey with us. You are such an inspiration with your fight and your success.
Continue with your extraordinary courage. Wishing you peace, laughter, hope and comfort.
Congratulations Jody. I have some idea of what you have gone through since I have lost Father-in-law, Mother -in-law, wife, and one daughter to this lousy disease. Your attitude is great and goes a long ways towards complete survival.
badass, jody. this website, your story, and you!
You look fantastic! I especially love the pink hair. Keep up the good fight! Lisa
My Dear Jody,
What fantastic photos and commenary. I admire your attitude and courage to fight the BIG C. Think of you often and pray for your full recovery. Keep up the good work. I send my love. Shirley
Jody,
WOW, powerful pictures, inspiring words. You were thrown into the ring and you came up fighting. Your pictures are strong and confident you are beautiful. Keep up the fight, you have alot of people in your corner.
Continuing to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
You are beautiful, and courageous. (And you’ve got a Meryl Streep thing going on. Has anyone ever told you that?)
Thanks so much to those I know and love and to those who are friends of friends. I so much appreciate all the warm wishes! (And yes, I have been compared to Meryl Streep before, but I’ve never seen it at ALL.)
Beautiful Jody,
I love your photos! You have been such an inspiration and mentor to me! I am so lucky to have found you.
Amy
I wish you the greatest of health, not only because we are like THIS X (is there an emotican for crossed fingers?), but because you are AWESOME! Only a real friend clues you in to the dreaded BEAN TEETH.
Also, never punch me with the pink boxing gloves…
Awesome pictures and website to be part of. You are an inspiration and an awesome person! I love the pink hair and the pink boxing gloves! Glad to be able to tell people I have such a strong fighting friend and a survivor! More pink pumpkins in the garden this October for YOU, might even add the cute pink hair this year!
Jody – You are beautiful, inside and out. My love, Susan
Jody, You look absolutely stunning in the Photographs! I’m glad you fight like a girl! Way to go! Love you Cuz!
Dear Jody, You are an inspiration to us all. I am a friend of Carol and Jerry. They shared your story and fight with me as I was going through my own battle with breast cancer. You’re truly beautiful. Keep fighting!!! Thank you. Tenley
I get a lump in my throat reading these comments. As most of you know, I have no immediate family left in this world. It’s very heartening to know I still have dear friends and cousins and in-laws
. I thank you for your kind words and your expressions of caring.