Survivor for nine years now!
This month I had my annual check-up with my breast cancer surgeon in Sydney. Once again I received the all clear after a bit of a scare from the ultrasound, and ensuing biopsies. I'm now a nine year survivor! How grateful and blessed I am to have been given a second chance at life.
These past nine years have brought many changes for me and my family. About ten years ago, I retired from secondary school teaching and am now a fully qualified meditation facilitator/teacher. This work is a continual source of joy for me. Last weekend I ran my first residential meditation retreat at Galong, on the beautiful SW slopes of NSW. It was terrific to see the participants enjoy the weekend so very much. This has given me much encouragement to organise another residential meditation retreat later in the year.
Of course I'll still be running my six week meditation course One again this spring; and next year I'll start teaching my Meditation Course II, for those who have already participated in Course I.
With my husband of 35 years, our children, grandchildren and many wonderful friends, I'm looking forward to the next twelve months of living and sharing my life with peace, gratitude and love.
May you be blessed with love, peace, contentment and gratitude.
Chris. Convery
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Congratulations and well done on your new career. Keep up the wonderful work. Meditation is so good for the soul - I love it but unfortunately do not partake in it enough. XLeonie
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Congratulations and well done on your new career. Keep up the wonderful work. Meditation is so good for the soul - I love it but unfortunately do not partake in it enough. XLeonie
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Hi Christine
Many congrats on a great mile stone. I am approaching the one year mark which I can't believe has gone by so quickly. The best part about this journey has been all the lovely ladies I have met through the on-line chats, the support groups and today I went Dragon boat paddling for the first time and have discovered another group of amazing people. Life does change when you have BC but as you have discovered there are so many positives to come out of this journey.
Up and up
Sarah x
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Hi Christine
Many congrats on a great mile stone. I am approaching the one year mark which I can't believe has gone by so quickly. The best part about this journey has been all the lovely ladies I have met through the on-line chats, the support groups and today I went Dragon boat paddling for the first time and have discovered another group of amazing people. Life does change when you have BC but as you have discovered there are so many positives to come out of this journey.
Up and up
Sarah x
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I was diagnosed on the day before I went on a cruise and it was hard to have fun for our group but we all had a good out look that I would be ok that was 11 years ago this year. I try to live healthy life styles and do things for my self for my happiness. It has been hard at times but I am just starting to feel like the old me although a bit scared at time when I feel unwell, hey all is good I I wish everyone in this journey happiness and good luck.
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I was diagnosed on the day before I went on a cruise and it was hard to have fun for our group but we all had a good out look that I would be ok that was 11 years ago this year. I try to live healthy life styles and do things for my self for my happiness. It has been hard at times but I am just starting to feel like the old me although a bit scared at time when I feel unwell, hey all is good I I wish everyone in this journey happiness and good luck.
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A great milestone. Keep enjoying life as you are for many more years to come. I wish you good health and happiness. XLeonie
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A great milestone. Keep enjoying life as you are for many more years to come. I wish you good health and happiness. XLeonie
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Hi there, great to hear from you. I must admit I have been very slack in "blog-land" of late. With fractured wrist, carpel tunnel op, broncial pneumonia all thrown in my social activity has suffered.
Tractor trek on the weekend was a resounding success ..... out of my comfort zone but thoroughy enjoyed it all. I'm taking pics and dvd down to the summit next month ... will you be there?
How have things been going with you .... all ok I hope??
Chat soon .... Shirl xoxox
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Yes, I am going to the Summit. Can't wait to see everyone and catch up. I am desperately (not really) trying to shed some kilos from chemo. I start walking in a cancer survivor group next week - if I can get out of bed for a 7am start...... I usually get out of bed at 8.30am so it will be a challenge. I have put off having my ct scans until after I have been to the summit and also after going to Brisbane for my daughter's birthday. No point in spoiling these events....anyway my appt with the specialist isn't until after these events. I thought if I had the scans early I would have to look at them and if it was bad news then that would spoil my fun of going away!!!!!! Look forward to having a great time at the Summit. XLeonie
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I am attending this conference from Tasmania and I am sharing with Chris Coventry and am trying to find her on membership list BCNA. Wondered if it was Chris Convery. (maybe spelling error on my accommodation confirmation)
Maureen Holland, Tasmania
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I am attending this conference from Tasmania and I am sharing with Chris Coventry and am trying to find her on membership list BCNA. Wondered if it was Chris Convery. (maybe spelling error on my accommodation confirmation)
Maureen Holland, Tasmania
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