Melissa’s surgery was a success today. We got the news we wanted so badly to hear: Her sentinel lymph node tested negative for cancer cells! Thank God! Thank all of you! Melissa’s resting now, I’m here to watch over her. If all looks good we will be discharged tomorrow afternoon. – Joey
All in All, A Very Good Day!
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I am a professionally trained and certified Life Coach with personal experience overcoming cancer as a mom in my mid-30's. After a diagnosis in 2014 I began blogging as a way to communicate with my family and friends, but it soon became much more than that. Writing was my lifeboat and connection with the outside world while immune compromised and healing from surgery. Now I’m using my personal and professional experiences and living my dream of supporting others as a Healing Hope Cancer Coach. I help my clients understand their options, develop the best care team and a supportive network. Together we unpack the experience of having a cancer diagnosis, processing the emotional impact of a cancer. I offer stress reduction techniques to help manage fear and uncertainty, and coaching to support healing on all dimensions. After treatment ends, I help people find their personal roadmap through the pain and uncertainty, to a life fueled by clarity, personal strength and a connection to their unique life purpose. From diagnosis, through treatment and recovery, no one should go it alone! I draw upon 10+ years of work immersed in holistic health and wellness. I was born and raised in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York and live there still with my husband and son. My survivorship blog Melissashealinghope.com chronicles my healing journey. You can learn more about my work as a coach at MelissaEppardCoaching.com. View all posts by Melissa Eppard
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great to hear joey and melissa! here’s to a speedy recovery!
This is the most awesome news. Hugs to you both!!!
Wonderful wonderful news! So happy for you all.
So happy to hear this. Hugs to you both!!!
So great!!! Rest up, both of you. We send our love.
Joey, thank you for the update. Melissa is a special individual. and I know everyone sends their best thoughts and prayers to you, Melissa, and your family. Love, Win Harper
All of our love! …Our prayers continue to come. Call on us for anything. -The Yonnetti Family
Thank God! Sending Love and continuing to send prayers and good energy! You all are Loved and held! Heal well, Dear Melissa!
Been thinking of you all day…relieved and happy to hear the good news. Love you both, Fran and Tom
So very happy to wake up to this update Joey. So happy to hear the wonderful results. Sending you our love, good energy and wishes for a speedy recuperation. We love you all.
There is hope and strength to be found in the blessings of this news. Continue to be strong and in control of your destiny. Prayers of healing, rest and love come your way. If at anytime you need anything…whether it be 2 am – 2 pm or anytime between, please don’t hesitate to give a call, shout, email etc. with our love and support, Rick & Sherry
This is a hopeful message! Sending love and healing prayers for you and your family!
Jen
The Angels answered my prayers!!♥
In the midst of this challenge, there is grace… As you have set your intentions to survive and heal, so I am sending prayers for you to not only surmount but thrive. With blessings and love, Melissa,
very good news!!!
That’s a relief!! Sending love… I’d be happy to help out with babysitting or anything you need ❤
Thank you dear Lord, Love aunt Larraine
That’s beautiful news!
Thank you for the update Joey! So happy and relieved to hear this news! Lots of love and strong wishes for rapid healing and recovery to all of you!
I am so happy for your family. This really is great news !!! Your goodness and love will shine on infinite 🙂
Thinking of you every day, Melissa! Hope you are healing step by step, moment by moment. Much love, Sarah