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Hello
Hello, my name is Emma and I have just been diagnosed with breast cancer in the last couple of weeks. I am married with three young girls and to say I was shocked and surprised was an understatement. The first week passed in an absolute blur, but I had to act normal because the kids didn't know yet. The hardest thing was…
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Back at work
HI My Pink Sisters, well my life has return to something of a normalacy and I am loving it. 4 weeks ago I returned to work and though I am easing back in its great. I am having surgery next week so it will some more time away from the office but hopefully after a short break I can resume work and I am hoping I can come…
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Hi there
I was diagnosed with high grade Ductal Carcinoma in situ 4 weeks ago today and am booked for my partial mastectomy in one week. I am 44yrs old a sole parent to three children and I work fulltime as a nurse. I had a mammogram because I promote breast awareness and importance of preventative health screening daily in my…
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I found that wall
And much as I tried to steer around it, over it, under it, I hit it this afternoon. I knew it was coming this morning. I couldn't think of the name for a flat round disc that you put on a nut and bolt. (a washer) I knew that I was close to exhaustion. So, I watched movies this afternoon, The Crimson Pirate with Kirk…
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My Rembrance Day
Today is remembrance day for me as well. On the 11th of the 11th at 11am 2010 I had a mammogram that changed my life. Thanks to the work of Benson Radiology I had very early breast cancer detected. Three years on both boobs are gone and reconstructed. Im great. Im a completely different person to 3 years ago. I know that…
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Feeling low :(
I have always tried to stay strong throughout my journey. I have put on a brave face and barley shed any tears. I know that I am one of the lucky ones and feel so guilty when I complain to friends about what i have been through. Having only been diagnosed with low-grade DCIS, with no need for chemo or radio therapy.…
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Breast prosthesis to give away
Hi Ladies, I have a breast prosthesis to give away if anyone is interested. It is by Amoena and is for a right breast and is called a Natura 3E, size 4R. It also says on the box, that it replaces Natura 3E 661. So, if that means anything to you, great, but if not, I was about a 14B before surgery, so not very big. I am…
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Who are your true friends??
Hi Girlies, Was wondering if anyone's had the misfortune of being let down by any of your pre cancer friends? Prior to my diagnosisI I was social butterfly, out most weekends having a meal and wine with my friends. Obviously because of chemo I've not been able to continue my normal social activities. Whilst I'm not under…
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Jodie ! :)
Thinking of you this morning. Good luck and you go show them how chemo is done the Queensland way :) I'm sure you are going to ace it! Your number is in my phone. I'll phone you later on and see how you are going. Many hugs and kisses. Cas xx
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Day 3 at work
I am pleasantly surprised at how well it is going. The staff have been fantastic. Yesterday I had a quiet word with one of the ladies there and discovered that they all are well and truly prepared to let me settle in and adapt to being back at work, and on my feet again. She said dont be too hard on myself, and just take…
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Day 1 Back at Work
Let me tell you, no matter how many walks, people I spent time with, books I read, or TV I watched, I still couldnt relax about going back to work. So finally that day loomed up, and yesterday was THE DAY. I found what was difficult was remembering the computer system/till proceedures from a job I had spent a small amount…
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Returning to work
Interestingly 43% of the participants surveyed about going back to work reported a deterioration of work life following cancer and only 15% reported being treated unfairly. I never resigned when I was told I had cancer, and I was clear about being keen to return to work as I walked away from a permanent part-time position…
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Newcastle Area???
Hi ladies, Im wondering if there are any other young ladies ( under 45 ) from the newcastle area with advanced cancer ( mets ). I am 39 and would dearly love to catch up with someone around my own age that understands what is going on? Thanks xxxx
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Christine ! Mwah! Thank you..
I just had the most brilliant idea :) I just love lightbulb moments and you are the instigator of this one. For my journalist workshop which starts on Wednesday I have to set up an online blog. This workshop is to teach freelance journalists such as myself how to promote ourselves and our writing through our own blog…
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I feel like Ive won the lottery!!
Have just spent the whole day having CT scans and Bone scans to see if this monster has spread. IT HASNT. IM ALL CLEAR!!! IM IN SHOCK!! I have a bit of arthritis happening because Im getting old but thats all!!! just need to get through my mastectomy and axillary clearance tomorow then I think I will feel like Ican begin…