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sallyw
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12 years ago

Celebration FOW

I completed by 30 radiation treatments on 3rd April. It took its toll on me a little bit after 6 months of chemo.  I am still very fatigued but I have commenced an Oncology Rehab program. I started on Tamoxifen just over a week ago and so far, so good.  My lymphedema is still a bit of an issue but I am doing everything that I can to keep this under control.  I am still achy and I still don't have any taste or smell but I guess that is a small price to pay.

I am booked in for a breast screen and mammogram early June and I must say, that I am a little nervous about having the tests.

I am attending the FOW event tomorrow night and I feel like it is a celebration for the end of my grueling treatment.  I will be proud to stand on the MCG with everyone else.  Even though it is a celebration for me, I am well aware that for many others it will not be a celebration.  I am so happy that I will be there with my Partner, my eldest daughter, my son and one of my step sons.  Unfortuneately, my youngest daughter can't make it as she has to work, however I am sure she will be there in spirit

My thoughts will be with everyone who has been diagnosed with this terrible disease.

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  • Hazel_M's avatar
    Hazel_M
    Member
    12 years ago

    Good to hear you have finished your treatment, I only have 2 more rads to go. Enjoy yourself tomorrow, too far for me to travel unfortunately. I will be there in spirit, so proud of all of us for what we have endured. Take care, 

    Hazel xx

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    Jess_BCNA
    Member
    12 years ago

    Hi Sally & Donna - Jess from BCNA here - just wanted to jump in and say thank you for sharing this with us and also, Sally, congratulations on finishing your treatment. FOW is such a special experience and we are so excited to stand with you on the field tomorrow - I hope you enjoy the night ~ Jess