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Nicky
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15 years ago

Woohoo - what a great site

Hi Ladies

Been reading some of your blogs and this is just going to be so good to keep in contact with people.  I've just had a right mastectomy, lymph node (3 positive), start chemo and radio in the near year.  Bit nervous but very positive and this site will be a blessing as living in the Pilbara it feels a little isolated for information.  Ca'nt believe Christmas is only over a week away - our daughter reminds us everyday.    Not sure about blogs and who reads these but I'm looking forward to meeting some of you.  Merry Christmas to all - hope Santa is good to you....

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  • fishav's avatar
    fishav
    Member
    15 years ago

    Welcome Nicky!

    Glad you are finding the site of benefit to you - BCNA is justifiably proud of it! Don't be afraid to let us know all your ups & downs & inbetweens as being isolated is the last thing you need to feel as you travel this journey.I'm guessing you will have to travel for treatment - that can be very drainging. Don't be surprised if you feel more tired than you expected - be sure to give in & rest as your body tells you to - an easy thing to overlook! Us mums have a tendency to be wonderwomen & can forget to listen to our own needs as we worry about everyone else.

    We are here to help you in any way we can, so don't be afraid to ask questions, or seek reassurance - whatever you need! One thing that has helped me is to remeber that there is no pass or fail in dealing with Breast Cancer - we are all individuals & our journeys are all different - welcome to the club! Hell of a joining fee, but you meet some great people along the way!

    Take care of you & have a lovely Christmas with your family ( & remember  .... REST!!!)

    Bye for now, Fiona   :-)

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    w_a__kaz
    Member
    15 years ago

    Hi Nicky, nice to "meet" you. Yes this site is great for info, contacting new friends with common ground or just to chat. I see your in WA, I'm in Geraldton so if your ever travelling through check out our group for lunch and a chat. I facilitate the Geraldton young womans cancer support group and we have a great bunch that meet monthly. I hope you can find a support group up your way, were are you doing your chemo?? i guess you will be in perth for any radiation, crawford lodge is great for country stay trips to perth but you have to get in quick as rooms are limited.  good luck with your journey and keep your positive attitude it's a winner and your saviour,   chat soon   Kaz

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    w_a__kaz
    Member
    15 years ago

    Hi Nicky, nice to "meet" you. Yes this site is great for info, contacting new friends with common ground or just to chat. I see your in WA, I'm in Geraldton so if your ever travelling through check out our group for lunch and a chat. I facilitate the Geraldton young womans cancer support group and we have a great bunch that meet monthly. I hope you can find a support group up your way, were are you doing your chemo?? i guess you will be in perth for any radiation, crawford lodge is great for country stay trips to perth but you have to get in quick as rooms are limited.  good luck with your journey and keep your positive attitude it's a winner and your saviour,   chat soon   Kaz