I Feel Free

By Tonya

My name is Tonya Thomas, and in February 2019, I was diagnosed with an aggressive stage 3 breast cancer.

I completed 16 rounds of chemotherapy over a 5 month period.

On Tuesday, August 27th, 2019, I underwent a double mastectomy. I wasn't sure how I would feel after the surgery.

Would I feel devastated, angry, sad, or less than a woman?

Would I feel less than a whole person?

Surprisingly, I didn't feel any of the things listed above. I feel free. I feel free to welcome this new version of me, and I love her even more.

SHE IS STRONG!

SHE IS AMAZING!

SHE IS ME!

Thank you for sharing your story, Tonya. SBC loves you!

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