June 25th, 2008
Have you ever heard people tell you that you have everything within you that you need to heal yourself? Well, Angela Cambouris is a woman who believes it — she’s living proof. I’m honored to share her survivor story with you!
My story is rather long as it begins in 1989 when I knew that I […]
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June 17th, 2008
Yes, school’s out for summer. I’m ready for a pink ribbon raucous. At least, that’s what I’m expecting. Noise, noise, noise. It’ll be hard to accomplish much of anything once my babies are home with me for their summer vacation. But I don’t mind one bit.
Bring. It. On.
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May 30th, 2008
I was just checking out You Tube for some inspiration and look who I came across? One of my favorite Pink Ribbon Readers — Cathy Bueti!
If you haven’t already read these posts, check out:
Cathy Bueti’s survivor story
Cathy Bueti’s Survivor Q&A
A review of Cathy Bueti’s book Breastless in the City
Go Cathy! Yippee!
Tags: breast cancer, breast cancer […]
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May 20th, 2008
I had a few questions for Jayne Byrne after I read her story the other day, and I thought I’d share her answers with you all here today!
What was the greatest lesson having breast cancer taught you?
I’ve learned to really pay attention: to my body, my stress level, my relationships, and my priorities. […]
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May 15th, 2008
I’m thrilled to be introducing you to Jayne England Byrne. Jayne is, of course, a survivor. Like me, she’s married and has three kids (though hers are all boys; God blessed her and God bless her). Like me, she’s also a freelance writer. And like me, she blogs about breast cancer.
Her story is inspiring, to […]
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May 10th, 2008
Last night I posted Connie Pombo’s survivor story. I also had the honor of asking her a few questions about survivorship … here’s what she shared:
What was the worst part of your experience with breast cancer?
The worst part of my cancer diagnosis was knowing that I might not be alive to see my children through […]
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May 9th, 2008
Today I’m going to share with you the personal breast cancer survivor story of Connie Pombo.
Connie recently shared how her life changed drastically on March 21, 1996 when she heard those fateful words, ‘you have cancer.’
It is my pleasure to share this survivor story with you. Everyone? Meet Connie Pombo:
“What did I do […]
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May 7th, 2008
On any give day you might find yourself speaking to a survivor when things suddenly go sour. Especially if you are married to the guy or gal. Let me share with you what just happened to me.
Scene: I’m in the kitchen preparing breakfast for the kids before school. My husband calls from his hotel room […]
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May 6th, 2008
Is that a question you ever thought you’d be asked? But if you are meeting with a plastic surgeon to discuss your reconstruction options, it’s one you need to ponder.
You’re going to love Dr. Narayan,” my friend said to me as we talked over coffee one morning after my second diagnosis. “He did the […]
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April 17th, 2008
Earlier today I posted Cathy Bueti’s survivor story. I also had the privilege of asking her a few questions about survivorship … here’s what she shared with me:
1. What was the worst part of your experience with breast cancer?
One of the worst parts I have to say was losing my hair during chemo. More so […]
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