Behind the Pink Ribbons: Greenwich Woman's Breast Cancer Survivor Story

Editor’s note: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Patch is sharing inspirational stories of breast cancer survivors to help raise awareness for early detection. Would you like to share your story? Email wendy.mitchell@patch.com.

Written By Rhonda McDeigan-Eldridge, Greenwich

I discovered my lump in late 2007 and while nothing was picked up in the mammogram, I insisted there was something there which the ultrasound revealed as “suspicious.” Long story short it was breast cancer.

My view of life and love changed despite being diagnosed again a year later with thyroid cancer. I believe cancer saved my life. It has made me a better person. It led to my second child being born. It led to new feelings in my heart and to a life I only imagined could be possible, one of new friends, renewed faith, beautiful experiences.

Beyond mere coincidences I have moved outside my comfort zone to that good place of self discovery, being me owning that insatiable desire to give back and be happy. I have no regrets.

Read more survivor stories:

• Breast Cancer Awareness: Behind the Pink Ribbons, A Survivor’s Story
• Woman Will Cycle 2,100 Miles in 30 Days for Best Friend With Breast Cancer