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12 months down!!
Just finished in with my surgeon for my 12 month checkup - l had my mammogram & ultrasound last week & had been waiting on the verdict...the first one since the surgery, so l have been terrified. All was going well til last week, as l said to someone on here - l had pretty much forgotten it even happened, but this…
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The beginning
So this journey has just started. Never been so scared. Who would thought at 25 anything like this could happen. Going to take a while to understand that ! But I'm grateful for my friends and the fact I got it early !
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12 months on....
Melbourne Cup day last year I was having my first chemo - scared, sad, anxious of the future; feelings we have all know so well after a cancer diagnosis! Wow! What a different Melbourne Cup I had this year! I really wanted to share it with my friends, celebrate in style and let go of the past year. My horse came…
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5 Year Anniversary
It's just around the corner - November 17th. The day that changed my life forever. 5 years ago on that day I was diagnosed with Stage 2 invasive ductal carcinoma in my right breast. The past 5 years have been hard, hard, hard and life has changed dramatically. But when I look over the past 5 years I'm grateful for so much.…
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Candle making in the creative corner
On the weekend, i tried my hand at some more candles making! ~ I thought it was perfect to share with the creative corner group :-) All you need is some wax (from old candles) a wick and a empty jam jar! How do you make it? * Grab some of your old candles and break them into smaller pieces. * Use a double boiler or even a…
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Hello everyone!
Just back from 5 weeks travels in US/Canada, and delighted to see how Steph's "Get Active and Keep Well" has taken off. Loved your feature, Deanne - you have always been spot-on with advice for a healthy lifestyle - so has Robyn - and it's great to hear you are all doing so well! I found Jamba Juice bars in New York and…
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When persistence pays off!
I think this pup will agree - A little more persistence, a little more effort and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success. x - Happy Friday to all!
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Do you do Yoga?
Hi everyone, hope you have a wonderful weekend planned ~ who knows, it might even be a weekend for dangling in some yoga positions! :-) For anyone who loves yoga or is interested in the practice - I thought you might like to have a look at this article that explores the benefits of yoga. Some of the benefits mentioned in…
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Work
I'm going back to work tomorrow. I'm a primary school teacher - my class is kindergarten & year 1. I'm really excited but a little nervous too. I can't wait to see the kids. I just adore them and feel privileged to be part of their learning. They've sent flowers and gorgeous cards, pictures and presents. But I am still…
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returing to work
Good morning everyone today I will be going to work for the 5th day in a row. I haven't worked a whole week since diagnoised in Febuary. Feeling tired but glad I have made it, Will be stuffed tonight,. hope everyone doing well, keep smiling
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A fantastic read!
The latest Bloom magazine is out! You can download it below or visit the Reach to Recovery website. The theme for this issue is Reducing the breast cancer risk through a healthy lifestyle and diet.
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Going overseas
hello everyone. Thought i might pop in to say hi and how are you and hope life is not too much of a struggle but every now and then littered with good news. And I have read some good news that lightens my heart to know people are winning little battles and gives me hope and something more to look forward too. I am happy to…
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My Inspiration
Was this a coincidence or fate? Towards the end of my active treatment (last 2 weeks of radio), we had to move house. It was a great distraction but certainly not easy at this stage (I had also had a mastectomy and 18 weeks of chemo). My wonderful sister helped on moving day and I really don't think I could have done it…
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Insurance Questions Stage 1 TNBC Treatment Plan
Since being diagnosed with TNBC in Jan this year, I have undergone a lumpectomy, six rounds of chemo, and I am currently half way through my radiation. I worked up until the day of my surgery then started chemo 3 weeks later, I then had a 4 week break before commencing radiation where I have to travel 1hour & 20min each…
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Back at work:)
Today was my 1st day back at work after 12 months off & I am proud to say I survived the day:) So much love & support there..they even did a special welcome back morning tea for me with a beautiful pink cream cake:) Very happy & grateful to have had my job kept for me... It sure is a good feeling to get some normal back…