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Happy Easter - good news!!!
well, some of u know that i had felt a lump in the side of my a neck a couple of weeks ago and saw the oncologist within a couple of days. She said at the time that it looks like we have to have some more chemo (nothing like having secondary cancer to keep u on ur toes!!!).. i had a scan the following week and saw my doc…
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Tracy
Wel..........l I am very excited about becoming part of the BCNA online network. This is my first blog post. I look forward to meeting lots of new friends through this network and am excited about sharing my breast cancer journey, as well as reading about other woman's journey's. Until next time xoxo
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drinkies
Only 4 of us this afternoon but we still managed a few giggles and when we left for home at 6.30 we still hadn't finished talking! It is amazing what we find to talk about but it is all fun. Next meet will be on the 11th May at 10.30 am and instead of coffee I am going to have "pancakes on the deck." We noticed on a flyer…
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Travel Insurance update
I thought I would share this experience. I phoned the company we have previously used for travel and underwent a health assessment over the phone which asked about treatments and current medications.I was told I was too much of a risk and they won't insure me.....that didn't make me feel that good! So I kept searching and…
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I am now a pink lady!
My name is Maria, I am 45, I am married with 3 children 12, 8 and 6, (girl,girl, boy). I was diagnosed with breast cancer on the 8th April by my GP. Since then everything has moved so quickly I was referred to a specialist who sent me off to have an MRI (interesting experience) and more tests. Seeing an Oncologist tomorrow…
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FRANNIE
MMMMM I REALLY DONT KNOW WHAT I AM DOING SO HOPE THIS WORKS. WHAT IS THE TAG FOR , ? I AM OFF TO MELBOURNE TOMORROW TO TRAIN FOR COMMUNITY LIAISON LOOKING FORWARD TO IT. NERVOUS BUT CANT WAIT TO MEET THE OTHERS. FOUR YEARS DOWN AND I AM STILL HAVING HASSLES GIVES ME THE YOU KNOWS. MY PLATELETTES ARE TO LOW MY VIT D IS TO…
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Happy Easter!
Hi, I am new to this site but am in awe at how many people use this site for support, and don't we need it, whether it be to hear our stories, share our fears and frustrations. I have met some amazing people throughout my journey during chemo & radiation treatment who have given me the strength just when I have needed it.…
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Happy Easter
Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter, thank you so much for all your support, I could not have got this far without you all.Debbie
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Thank You
Hi and thanks to those who responded to my blog it is nice to hear other people's stories!! Feels comforting to know that you are not alone especially in the way you are feeling!! This is all new to me, as I was only diagnosed just over 2 weeks ago. I am going for a sentinal node biopsy on Thursday! and I am feeling very…
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Mrs
Hi my name is Nicole, I am 35 and have 3 children and have just been diagnosed with breast cancer and don't really know what I am in for!!
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Whirlwind
Hi, Thanks to all of you who wished me all the best for my bi lateral masectomy. Well its been hell since the day of surgery !!! When I came out into recovery the pain drugs were not working and had to be changed over. Than I get to the ward and my goodness they were horrible to me !! I was in sooooo much pain and was made…
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15 minutes of fame
Hi guys, I have become an overnight star. Media release went in yesterday's Bombala Times. A work colleague that I am working with tonight ( who I haven't worked with for a long time) has given me some great contacts. I have Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week off work, so I will be busy making contact with some of…
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My moment of truth - not that Stylish!!
My moment of truth - not that Stylish!! (how to communicate to my young kids) When I was diagnosed with BC, my fear was how to communicate my unknown journey to my children. Well, at the beginning - I choose not too tell them about Cancer just yet. Just go with the flow - as everything was so uncertain & unknown to…
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Talking to VCE students
Hi Gals Well I have just spent a morning at my daughters school talking to the VCE kids. The theme was 'Making a difference" so it fitted in well with BCNA! The kids also spoke about what they are involved in.. Amnesty International, Blood donations, Violence against women , an ex student talked about volunteering with…
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Accessorise your emotions, have fun with it!
Accessorise your emotions, have fun with it! ac·ces·so·rise Verb 1. Provide or complement (a garment) with fashion accessories.2. Serve as a fashion accessory to (a garment). Why not apply to your days during this journey - have fun, and learn uplift your outfit as well as your emotion. I was never a accessories wearer, I…