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Finding the Positives

Welcome to my new blog that goes with my website. I want this to be a forum primarily for women or men with breast cancer and breast cancer survivors, but I would like to welcome anyone with cancer and anyone who has a friend or loved one with cancer.
I want this to be a place for discussion and venting if you need it.  I plan to share some  tips that helped me get through treatment, and I hope to learn some tips for living a healthy joyous life.

My first question to you is this: 
What is the most positive lesson you will take away from your breast cancer experience?  I look forward to reading your answers.

I used to agonize over every flaw or perceived shortcoming, I let people tear me down with just a look.  At times, I was no more than a door mat.  When I found out that I had cancer and I could die from it, I learned to stand up for myself because suddenly, every breath I took was precious, life was precious, I was precious.

Another thing I learned during my battle with breast cancer is that life goes on.  The busier I stayed and the more connected I was with the everyday world, the easier it was for me to keep my cancer in prospective.  To help you stay tuned in, I want to recommend a few businesses and blogs that I enjoy.  Please note that I'm receiving no compensation for these recommendations. These are places I enjoy and I hope you will too. Some are area specific, but these blogs can be enjoyed by anyone anywhere.

Zumba Fitness - I especially enjoy classes with my instructor, Debbie Colditz at the Westminster Church on Route 19 in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania.  Debbie teaches from 9:00 to 10:00 am every Tuesday and Thursday.  Walk-ins are welcome and the price is only $5.00 per class.

Big Guys Pizza 435 Bowerhill Road,  Bridgeville, Pa 412-257-2222.  Family owned and operated.  Fresh ingredients. Delivery or Take out.  On-line ordering available. Nutrition is super important, but we all love Pizza, so why not get one with fresh ingredients made to order.

Larissa Hill Designs - larissahill.blogspot.com This is a blog by my dear friend and fellow survivor Heather Hillier.  She specializes in making unique decorating pieces from used objects or inexpensive objects.  Heather shares her step by step process with you and she has some wonderful giveaways each week.

lolawashername - this blog is by Lara Hillier the daughter of my friend Heather.  Lara is an aspiring actress in New York.  She shares her unique view of the Big Apple and her exquisite sense of style.  I feel glamorous just reading it!  Lara also has some fantastic giveaways each week so please check her out.

I look forward to reading your answers and any questions you might have that are relevant to the discussion.



2 Comments to Finding the Positives:

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News of Breast cancer: Tracing its roots on Thursday, October 13, 2011 11:32 AM
Breast cancer is curable. The important aspect about breast cancer is that the early symptoms need to be identified.
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Fran Joyce on Thursday, October 13, 2011 11:45 AM
As breast cancer survivor, I do not feel cured because I am well aware that my cancer can come back at any time. I am, however, cancer free and that is a wonderful feeling. I hope one day there truly is a cure for all cancers, but until that time, cancer screenings and early detection are our best hope of beating cancer.

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