Hi all, Just wanted to share a little milestone with you. Last week was the 2 year anniversary of the launch of this website, AND therefore also the 2 year anniversary of this online network being born! I want to take the opportunity to thank all of you for the supportive and welcoming way that you all participate in this network, and the many, many times you (individually and collectively) jump in to welcome new members and help out those experiencing stressful or tough times. Some stats for those who like numbers Over the last two years we have had: 444,142 visits 2.2 million page views! 6,043 members join the online network 98 groups 3,026 blog posts 17,250 comments! 400 Local Service Directory listings added (and growing!) And of course, these aren't just numbers. They reflect the very real support, information and encouragement given by all of you to each other. So how do you all feel as 2-year-old bloggers? :) And yes, that's a half-way serious question, so if you'd like to share your thoughts about what the online network and website mean to you in the comments, I'd love to hear. Cyber cake and hugs to all of you, and cheers for the coming year! Di

THANK YOU to all of the staff who began this service for us, and for staff like you Di, who help us out anyway you can. I don't know if you really have any idea how much you guys help us, with hosting this site and the informationa nd encouragement you give us, but in case you don't a HUGE personal Thank You from me to you all. To me this site has been a life saver (and probably saved the sanity of my husband and treating medical team) becasue i can ask here first if something is normal,or weird etc. and I can get the experience of other women who have been there and done that. the mental and emotional support if sanity saving and being ablet o maybe help someone else who needs it, help to make me feel needed (especially when usually at home the most I can manage some days is to get my self to the toilet and a drink). so HAPPY ANNIVERSARY and a HUGE THANK YOU (to staff, site and fellow users). ????????

Wow! Those statistics are pretty impressive.Just goes to show what a terrific online network this is.Would you believe I had my 2yr post breast cancer anniversary last week and my mammogram was all clear.I will forever remember the birth date of BCNA online network! Di,you and your colleagues do a fabulous job.It is such a worthwhile service.We get support from women ahead of us (or going through with us) on the bc journey and we don't feel so alone.Then,inturn,we give comfort back to others coming through. A big "thank you"to all the staff at BCNA and to all the women on this site who have so generously shared their stories. love Tonya xx

I'm so glad that the site's been helpful, and thanks to you for your contributions. It's great to be able to do something so useful without leaving the house, right? ;)

Thanks to you, too, for your input, Annie. Happy anniversary! :)

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19 Replies

Di_BCNA
Member
14 years ago
Glad to hear that, Mandy -- it's always good to know that people are finding our Member Groups via the website. :)
Custard
Member
14 years ago
Just a short note to sincerely thank you for the wonderful web access and friendly instructions. I hear from so many women that they have accessed the web page and found us Community Liaisons, local groups, and information that is relevant to their individual needs. May BCNA go from strength to strength.
Custard
Member
14 years ago
Just a short note to sincerely thank you for the wonderful web access and friendly instructions. I hear from so many women that they have accessed the web page and found us Community Liaisons, local groups, and information that is relevant to their individual needs. May BCNA go from strength to strength.
Custard
Member
14 years ago
Just a short note to sincerely thank you for the wonderful web access and friendly instructions. I hear from so many women that they have accessed the web page and found us Community Liaisons, local groups, and information that is relevant to their individual needs. May BCNA go from strength to strength.
Di_BCNA
Member
14 years ago
We have a few middle-of-the-night visitors, so you're not alone there! It's one of the great things about the web, isn't it, it's always there when you need it. Thanks for sharing your experiences too, Michelle -- the support and encouragement is definitely a two-way thing. :)

Di
Michelle_R
Member
14 years ago
This wonderful site is my first stop of the day, whether it's 3am or a more civilised time. It has helped so much to have the encouragement and support, and to give it back wherever possible. What you have created is exceptional - much love and appreciation and thanks. It would have been so hard to cope without you!

Michelle xxx
Di_BCNA
Member
14 years ago
I'll be honest -- it's great to be involved with the site. But I really think that all of you deserve the kudos for making this such a welcoming place, so even bigger thanks to you, too! :)

Di
Amy
Member
14 years ago
I just want to echo everyone else! This website has been a sanity saver for me. Being able to share this rollercoaster ride with others has been invaluable. Thanks for all your work.

Amy xx
Amy
Member
14 years ago
I just want to echo everyone else! This website has been a sanity saver for me. Being able to share this rollercoaster ride with others has been invaluable. Thanks for all your work.

Amy xx
Di_BCNA
Member
14 years ago
I'm glad you're here now, Sonia. I'm one of those people who thinks sharing helps, too, so Happy Anniversary!

Yes, we have quite active Twitter and Facebook accounts. Just scroll right down to the bottom of this page, to the page footer, and you'll see the links in the right hand column. Definitely come and join in there! :)

Di