Here is Kerry and her friends supporting her in the Sussans Classic. Well done you go gals.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Saturday, November 08, 2008
NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
Hi Everyone,
The mini field at Cruden Farm last month was absolutely fantastic. Moving [as always], the gardens and setting gorgeous, morning tea delicious and bountiful and the entertainment spellbinding. Our own Lee Murphy, accompanied on vocals by her friend Cheryl, and guitar by Tim brought a tear to many eyes with her very appropriately chosen songs, "I Hope You Choose Dance"; "Amazing Grace"; "You Build Me Up" and "It's a Beautiful World". The lyrics to "I Hope You Choose Dance" are attached below, they are so pertinent to us special ladies. Jo opened the morning, telling the approx 200 attending of her journey and her drive to support others who have breast cancer, as well as raise awareness. The mini field was down by the lake - surrounded by yellow water lilies. Several of our gals helped with the set up of the day and the sale of tickets and merchandise - which raised $2,000 for the Wig Library at PPH, and $2,000 for BCNA. It was a truly beautiful morning - the mood stayed with me all day.
We also had a very successful stall at the Mornington Food and Wine Fest on the 19th. We shared a trestle with the Peninsula Dragonflys under their very quick-to-erect gazebo outside the Grand Hotel, and set up selling some BCNA merchandise and offering Cancer Council pamphlets and info. We attached our pink silhouettes to the Dragon Boat, and also had them in the garden boxes outside the Grand. It really did look great. Many of the hearts we cut out at the last meeting were used for tributes, and all up we raised nearly $800 for BCNA. Thanks to Jo, Gina, Gayle, Ferne, Marilyn, Anne, Lee, Carolyn, Val, Janice and Helen. It was a bit of learning curve for next year - we need to streamline the Cancer Council info, and have more variety of merchandise. We also realised we need a banner, with a great design and slogan. We'll talk about it at the meeting this Wednesday - we're thinking of have a competition, the winner taking the last voucher for a massage at Peninsula Women's Health. We were so impressed with the Dragon Fly's easy-to-erect gazebo Jo bought one for the group from Janice at Anaconda.
NBOCC has launched two new websites:
www.nbocc.org.au/survivorship to assist breast cancer survivors and their families who are facing the challenges of "life after breast cancer".
www.cheekycheckup.com.au which encourages young women to check their breasts, what to look for, and techniques.
A Message from the Lovelocks
The Lovelocks thank you for your company, your beautiful cards, flowers, gifts and contribution to over $2,800 toward ovarian cancer research. Jo, Andrew, Sam, Tom & Katie
Coming UP:
Wednesday 5th November - Next meeting - 7.00 pm at The Bays
We'll chat for an hour or so over a cuppa, then Sally Rackham will come at about 8.15 to give us some pilates upper body exercises.
Sunday 9th November
Dragons Abreast Melbourne Spring Paddle & Picnic. Start time is 9.30 for paddlers, Flower Ceremony 11.30 am. They are paddling to Herring Island from VDBA Yarra compound to Herring Island, where they will hold the Flower Ceremony. You can drive to Herring Island and be shuttled across in the boat. BYO drinks and a plate to share. RSVP to dragonsabreastmelb@yahoo.com.au.
Wednesday 26th November at 6.30 pm
Opening night performance of "Australia" at Sorrento Cinema. Tickets $25, movie starts at 7.30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine, finger food, wine tasting. Tea and coffee served after the movie. A fundraising event for Peninsula Dragonflys.
November 29th Annual Cancer Survivors Seminar - Free seminar lunch and refreshment provided
The Cancer Council - 100 Drummond Street, Carlton
10:00 - 3:00 pm
This seminar and is open to anyone who has had cancer, their partners, family and friends. Topics include: Understanding cancer related anxiety and depression; Changes in relationships and roles; Problem solving techniques; Money matters including superannuation. Registration essential, RSVP the Cancer helpline 13 11 20 by Monday 24th November.
December 3rd Breast Intentions end of year Christmas Dinner at The Grand in Mornington. 7.00 pm and Kris Cringle
December 5th Sexuality and Cancer - same time, place and info as November 29th session
Take care and see you soon,
Jann
I HOPE YOU DANCE
I hope you never lose your sense of wonder
You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger
May you never take one single breath for granted
God forbid love ever leave you empty handed
I hope you still feel small
When you stand beside the ocean
Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens
Promise me that you’ll give faith a fighting chance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance. (Dance) I hope you dance. (Dance)
I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance
Never settle for the path of least resistance
Livin’ might mean taking chances
But they’re worth takin’
Lovin’ might be a mistake but it’s worth makin’
Don’t let some hell bent heart leave you bitter
When you come close to sellin’ out, reconsider
Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance. (Time….) I hope you dance
I hope you dance. (Tell me…) I hope you dance
Time is a wheel in constant motion, always
Rolling us along
Tell me, who
Wants to look back on their youth and wonder
Where those years have gone
Tell me, (Dance) who
Wants to look back on their youth and wonder
Where (Dance) those years have gone
Hi Everyone,
The mini field at Cruden Farm last month was absolutely fantastic. Moving [as always], the gardens and setting gorgeous, morning tea delicious and bountiful and the entertainment spellbinding. Our own Lee Murphy, accompanied on vocals by her friend Cheryl, and guitar by Tim brought a tear to many eyes with her very appropriately chosen songs, "I Hope You Choose Dance"; "Amazing Grace"; "You Build Me Up" and "It's a Beautiful World". The lyrics to "I Hope You Choose Dance" are attached below, they are so pertinent to us special ladies. Jo opened the morning, telling the approx 200 attending of her journey and her drive to support others who have breast cancer, as well as raise awareness. The mini field was down by the lake - surrounded by yellow water lilies. Several of our gals helped with the set up of the day and the sale of tickets and merchandise - which raised $2,000 for the Wig Library at PPH, and $2,000 for BCNA. It was a truly beautiful morning - the mood stayed with me all day.
We also had a very successful stall at the Mornington Food and Wine Fest on the 19th. We shared a trestle with the Peninsula Dragonflys under their very quick-to-erect gazebo outside the Grand Hotel, and set up selling some BCNA merchandise and offering Cancer Council pamphlets and info. We attached our pink silhouettes to the Dragon Boat, and also had them in the garden boxes outside the Grand. It really did look great. Many of the hearts we cut out at the last meeting were used for tributes, and all up we raised nearly $800 for BCNA. Thanks to Jo, Gina, Gayle, Ferne, Marilyn, Anne, Lee, Carolyn, Val, Janice and Helen. It was a bit of learning curve for next year - we need to streamline the Cancer Council info, and have more variety of merchandise. We also realised we need a banner, with a great design and slogan. We'll talk about it at the meeting this Wednesday - we're thinking of have a competition, the winner taking the last voucher for a massage at Peninsula Women's Health. We were so impressed with the Dragon Fly's easy-to-erect gazebo Jo bought one for the group from Janice at Anaconda.
NBOCC has launched two new websites:
www.nbocc.org.au/survivorship to assist breast cancer survivors and their families who are facing the challenges of "life after breast cancer".
www.cheekycheckup.com.au which encourages young women to check their breasts, what to look for, and techniques.
A Message from the Lovelocks
The Lovelocks thank you for your company, your beautiful cards, flowers, gifts and contribution to over $2,800 toward ovarian cancer research. Jo, Andrew, Sam, Tom & Katie
Coming UP:
Wednesday 5th November - Next meeting - 7.00 pm at The Bays
We'll chat for an hour or so over a cuppa, then Sally Rackham will come at about 8.15 to give us some pilates upper body exercises.
Sunday 9th November
Dragons Abreast Melbourne Spring Paddle & Picnic. Start time is 9.30 for paddlers, Flower Ceremony 11.30 am. They are paddling to Herring Island from VDBA Yarra compound to Herring Island, where they will hold the Flower Ceremony. You can drive to Herring Island and be shuttled across in the boat. BYO drinks and a plate to share. RSVP to dragonsabreastmelb@yahoo.com.au.
Wednesday 26th November at 6.30 pm
Opening night performance of "Australia" at Sorrento Cinema. Tickets $25, movie starts at 7.30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine, finger food, wine tasting. Tea and coffee served after the movie. A fundraising event for Peninsula Dragonflys.
November 29th Annual Cancer Survivors Seminar - Free seminar lunch and refreshment provided
The Cancer Council - 100 Drummond Street, Carlton
10:00 - 3:00 pm
This seminar and is open to anyone who has had cancer, their partners, family and friends. Topics include: Understanding cancer related anxiety and depression; Changes in relationships and roles; Problem solving techniques; Money matters including superannuation. Registration essential, RSVP the Cancer helpline 13 11 20 by Monday 24th November.
December 3rd Breast Intentions end of year Christmas Dinner at The Grand in Mornington. 7.00 pm and Kris Cringle
December 5th Sexuality and Cancer - same time, place and info as November 29th session
Take care and see you soon,
Jann
I HOPE YOU DANCE
I hope you never lose your sense of wonder
You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger
May you never take one single breath for granted
God forbid love ever leave you empty handed
I hope you still feel small
When you stand beside the ocean
Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens
Promise me that you’ll give faith a fighting chance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance. (Dance) I hope you dance. (Dance)
I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance
Never settle for the path of least resistance
Livin’ might mean taking chances
But they’re worth takin’
Lovin’ might be a mistake but it’s worth makin’
Don’t let some hell bent heart leave you bitter
When you come close to sellin’ out, reconsider
Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance
I hope you dance. (Time….) I hope you dance
I hope you dance. (Tell me…) I hope you dance
Time is a wheel in constant motion, always
Rolling us along
Tell me, who
Wants to look back on their youth and wonder
Where those years have gone
Tell me, (Dance) who
Wants to look back on their youth and wonder
Where (Dance) those years have gone
Monday, October 20, 2008
OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
Hi Everyone,
Thanks Jo for doing such a fantastic job of the last newsletter. This month is full of activities to attend - as listed below.
We had a very relaxing and chatty meeting on the 1st, cutting out hearts and threading them on ribbon for messages on the silhouettes at the mini field on Friday 17th. We welcomed Barbara, and straight away set her to work, and we all thoroughly enjoyed birthday cake for Margaret's 40th and Jo's 50th.
Those of us who joined Jo for her 50th celebrations on Saturday the 4th had a lovely afternoon in the sun on the Lovelocks deck, drinking wine, eating fine food and enjoying the company of Jo's family and friends. Thanks to Jo and Andrew for sharing this milestone with us.
Jo, Helen, Lisa, Anne, Lucy and Judy Sammut amongst many others enjoyed listening to a pathologist and medical oncologist speak at the BCNA forum on Saturday regarding "Insights into Breast Cancer Pathology" and "Life after Breast Cancer". Here are Jo's notes:
The Pathologist was entertaining (for someone who is in a ‘dry’ profession). Our tissue samples are fixed in paraffin blocks, and stored in climate controlled rodent free premises for 20 years! He emphasised that if you do have a recurrence it is possible for them to retrieve your original specimen and take a look. Cancers can change their ‘personalities’ over time. He discussed the information that they looked for, which we all should know about. The ‘clear margins’ Type, Size and Grade of Tumour, Oestrogen, Progesterone and Her2 status. Also the Sentinel Node status or axillary clearance status. He also spoke about the future of Gene profiling, not in relation to Genetic cancers but to an individual’s Genotype. He reminded us that it is a labour intensive job with many steps along the way and much looking down a microscope. Not like a blood test where the sample is put into a machine and an answer pops out at the end!! The medical oncologist spoke again about pathology and the choices we have with treatment. Which options are available for specific cancers. He also touched on the future.
Stephanie Dowrick a psychotherapist, author and breast cancer survivor also spoke. “When we are no longer able to change a situation we are challenged to change ourselves” was one quote she used. Another was “Life itself is a precious thing and one can be hopeful about life itself”. She spoke about empowering ourselves and left us with some messages: We cannot afford to
- hold resentment from the past
- hold resentment about the present
- worry about petty matters or not know if they are petty
- think badly of ourselves
- add pain to our suffering by judging ourselves harshly
- blame other
- spend time with people who affect our body negatively (I like that one!)
- regret
- put off or postpone anything that matters to us
- come to terms with our own mortality it is the nature of physical existence to die
- not ask questions we need to ask
- understand the difference between molehills and mountains - we step over molehills and we climb mountains in small steps
- not deal with anger/depression
We need to show everyone we love them, live joyfully, laugh, discover our values and live to the full, do whatever brings us JOY JOY JOY, let some things slide and glide, find our spiritual center that gives meaning to our life and regard that place as home.
We purchased some of her books and they will be at the next meeting.
A not so low carb/sugar afternoon tea was enjoyed and some networking occurred. Old friends re-visited and new ones made.
Jo
Activities this Month
October 17th Friday 10-12am
A BCNA minified event held by all the Peninsula Support Groups. A morning tea, entertainment and fundraising for the Peninsula Wig Library. $5 entry cost to go directly to the Wig Library. Entertainment includes our own Lee Murphy, who will be singing during the morning.
To be held at Cruden Farm Frankston Cranbourne Rd.
Contact Jo or PPH Day Chemo Unit. This will be a very moving and delightful experience, especially in the beautiful Cruden Farm gardens.
October 19th Sunday 9am-3pm
A Breast Intentions/BCNA minifield and breast health awareness stall to be held at the Mornington Food and Wine Festival. We have a few volunteers to help on the day, but would appreciate more so if you're free.
8:30 Jann & Jo - set up
10:00 Ferne
11:00 Caroline, Lee
October 22nd Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00
Cancer Health Expo - Hastings Club 155 Marine Parade Hastings
Guest Speakers: Dr David Blakey - Radiation Oncologist
Edwina Beddoes - Cancer Council Victoria
Dawn Leicester - Breast Cancer Network Australia
Free light lunch, plus Hospice, Dragons Abreast, Prostate Support, Myeloma Foundation, Health Information and more.
RSVP Marg 5983 6044 or sjphillips@aapt.net.au
October 26th Sunday Pink Breakfast.
To be held at Cerberus fund to National Breast Cancer Research Fund. Cost $35 a head. Last year fabulous door prizes and good bags provided. Assume the same this year. Contact Helen Ainslie or Jo more info to follow...
October 27th Monday 12 noon
Hotel Sorrento Luncheon.
A pink buffet lunch and minifield this year. Tables don’t need to be booked as they have expanded the seating area although tickets still need to be pre purchased.
Costs $25 per head, silhouettes may be purchased. Funds to go to The McGrath Foundation and BCNA.
October 29th Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00 pm
Sexuality and Cancer - This is a free seminar - registration is essential - lunch included
The Cancer Council - 100 Drummond Street, Carlton
Cancer and its treatment often results in a loss of sexual confidence. Come along with your partner to learn ways of coping and enhancing your relationship in a safe, supportive environment.
This is facilitated by Dr Amanda Hordern, PhD, and Doreen Akkerman, AM. Many of us know Doreen from a sexuality session she held in Mornington and she is absolutely hilarious. RSVP The Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 or cis@cancervic.org.au
Coming Up
November 5th Breast Intentions meeting - The Bays at 7.00 pm
November 29th Annual Cancer Survivors Seminar - Free seminar lunch and refreshment provided
The Cancer Council - 100 Drummond Street, Carlton
10:00 - 3:00 pm
This seminar and is open to anyone who has had cancer, their partners, family and friends. Topics include: Understanding cancer related anxiety and depression; Changes in relationships and roles; Problem solving techniques; Money matters including superannuation. Registration essential, RSVP the Cancer helpline 13 11 20 by Monday 24th November.
December 3rd Breast Intentions end of year Christmas Dinner at The Grand in Mornington. 7.00 pm and Kris Cringle
December 5th Sexuality and Cancer - same time, place and info as November 29th session
Take care and see you soon,
Jann
Hi Everyone,
Thanks Jo for doing such a fantastic job of the last newsletter. This month is full of activities to attend - as listed below.
We had a very relaxing and chatty meeting on the 1st, cutting out hearts and threading them on ribbon for messages on the silhouettes at the mini field on Friday 17th. We welcomed Barbara, and straight away set her to work, and we all thoroughly enjoyed birthday cake for Margaret's 40th and Jo's 50th.
Those of us who joined Jo for her 50th celebrations on Saturday the 4th had a lovely afternoon in the sun on the Lovelocks deck, drinking wine, eating fine food and enjoying the company of Jo's family and friends. Thanks to Jo and Andrew for sharing this milestone with us.
Jo, Helen, Lisa, Anne, Lucy and Judy Sammut amongst many others enjoyed listening to a pathologist and medical oncologist speak at the BCNA forum on Saturday regarding "Insights into Breast Cancer Pathology" and "Life after Breast Cancer". Here are Jo's notes:
The Pathologist was entertaining (for someone who is in a ‘dry’ profession). Our tissue samples are fixed in paraffin blocks, and stored in climate controlled rodent free premises for 20 years! He emphasised that if you do have a recurrence it is possible for them to retrieve your original specimen and take a look. Cancers can change their ‘personalities’ over time. He discussed the information that they looked for, which we all should know about. The ‘clear margins’ Type, Size and Grade of Tumour, Oestrogen, Progesterone and Her2 status. Also the Sentinel Node status or axillary clearance status. He also spoke about the future of Gene profiling, not in relation to Genetic cancers but to an individual’s Genotype. He reminded us that it is a labour intensive job with many steps along the way and much looking down a microscope. Not like a blood test where the sample is put into a machine and an answer pops out at the end!! The medical oncologist spoke again about pathology and the choices we have with treatment. Which options are available for specific cancers. He also touched on the future.
Stephanie Dowrick a psychotherapist, author and breast cancer survivor also spoke. “When we are no longer able to change a situation we are challenged to change ourselves” was one quote she used. Another was “Life itself is a precious thing and one can be hopeful about life itself”. She spoke about empowering ourselves and left us with some messages: We cannot afford to
- hold resentment from the past
- hold resentment about the present
- worry about petty matters or not know if they are petty
- think badly of ourselves
- add pain to our suffering by judging ourselves harshly
- blame other
- spend time with people who affect our body negatively (I like that one!)
- regret
- put off or postpone anything that matters to us
- come to terms with our own mortality it is the nature of physical existence to die
- not ask questions we need to ask
- understand the difference between molehills and mountains - we step over molehills and we climb mountains in small steps
- not deal with anger/depression
We need to show everyone we love them, live joyfully, laugh, discover our values and live to the full, do whatever brings us JOY JOY JOY, let some things slide and glide, find our spiritual center that gives meaning to our life and regard that place as home.
We purchased some of her books and they will be at the next meeting.
A not so low carb/sugar afternoon tea was enjoyed and some networking occurred. Old friends re-visited and new ones made.
Jo
Activities this Month
October 17th Friday 10-12am
A BCNA minified event held by all the Peninsula Support Groups. A morning tea, entertainment and fundraising for the Peninsula Wig Library. $5 entry cost to go directly to the Wig Library. Entertainment includes our own Lee Murphy, who will be singing during the morning.
To be held at Cruden Farm Frankston Cranbourne Rd.
Contact Jo or PPH Day Chemo Unit. This will be a very moving and delightful experience, especially in the beautiful Cruden Farm gardens.
October 19th Sunday 9am-3pm
A Breast Intentions/BCNA minifield and breast health awareness stall to be held at the Mornington Food and Wine Festival. We have a few volunteers to help on the day, but would appreciate more so if you're free.
8:30 Jann & Jo - set up
10:00 Ferne
11:00 Caroline, Lee
October 22nd Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00
Cancer Health Expo - Hastings Club 155 Marine Parade Hastings
Guest Speakers: Dr David Blakey - Radiation Oncologist
Edwina Beddoes - Cancer Council Victoria
Dawn Leicester - Breast Cancer Network Australia
Free light lunch, plus Hospice, Dragons Abreast, Prostate Support, Myeloma Foundation, Health Information and more.
RSVP Marg 5983 6044 or sjphillips@aapt.net.au
October 26th Sunday Pink Breakfast.
To be held at Cerberus fund to National Breast Cancer Research Fund. Cost $35 a head. Last year fabulous door prizes and good bags provided. Assume the same this year. Contact Helen Ainslie or Jo more info to follow...
October 27th Monday 12 noon
Hotel Sorrento Luncheon.
A pink buffet lunch and minifield this year. Tables don’t need to be booked as they have expanded the seating area although tickets still need to be pre purchased.
Costs $25 per head, silhouettes may be purchased. Funds to go to The McGrath Foundation and BCNA.
October 29th Wednesday 10:00 - 3:00 pm
Sexuality and Cancer - This is a free seminar - registration is essential - lunch included
The Cancer Council - 100 Drummond Street, Carlton
Cancer and its treatment often results in a loss of sexual confidence. Come along with your partner to learn ways of coping and enhancing your relationship in a safe, supportive environment.
This is facilitated by Dr Amanda Hordern, PhD, and Doreen Akkerman, AM. Many of us know Doreen from a sexuality session she held in Mornington and she is absolutely hilarious. RSVP The Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 or cis@cancervic.org.au
Coming Up
November 5th Breast Intentions meeting - The Bays at 7.00 pm
November 29th Annual Cancer Survivors Seminar - Free seminar lunch and refreshment provided
The Cancer Council - 100 Drummond Street, Carlton
10:00 - 3:00 pm
This seminar and is open to anyone who has had cancer, their partners, family and friends. Topics include: Understanding cancer related anxiety and depression; Changes in relationships and roles; Problem solving techniques; Money matters including superannuation. Registration essential, RSVP the Cancer helpline 13 11 20 by Monday 24th November.
December 3rd Breast Intentions end of year Christmas Dinner at The Grand in Mornington. 7.00 pm and Kris Cringle
December 5th Sexuality and Cancer - same time, place and info as November 29th session
Take care and see you soon,
Jann
Thursday, September 11, 2008
SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER
SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER
Apologies to any of my addressees that I have added to this mailing list that shouldn’t have been, or deleted (you won’t know!!) any of you. Please let me know if I have had an oops. Jann is up in QLD and I have changed computers and had to type the addresses in I hope it works well.
We had a night in the boardroom, lovely table but not the same as upstairs last week. Judy Sammut spoke about exercise and breasts. I have included a shortened form of an article she had printed. Yes she has new breasts and looks fabulous. Many of us have met Judy breast less over the years. It is the 25th year of Encore and we would like to help Judy organize an afternoon tea in Nov in Frankston. Her next exercise group is in October and she would love to hear from you, if you are eligible. Ph: 98484650
We welcome Ruth Judy’s friend, Donna and Kerry who bravely visited from her hospital bed. Our thoughts are also with Gina, Elspeth and Val who are all having further treatment and/or surgery at the moment.
October is a very busy breast cancer month as you all know. I will go in date order and leave it up to you to decide what, where if any you would like to join in. I have just been listening to the ABC about breast cancer. I feel it will be everywhere for a while.
BCNA have changed the minifield format as they are struggling with the storage issues of sponsored silhouettes. They are working toward a Virtual Field and silhouettes can be sponsored on line. The silhouettes used for the minifields will be re used each year. This year is a crossover year and we felt that as long as we can remove the tributes we can still place them on our silhouettes on the day. The $20 can be forwarded to BCNA and a virtual women can be displayed permanently. We still need a solution to the tributes and we may keep them and display them each year. All thoughts gladly received on this.
October 5th Sunday 12.30-4.30pm
A fundraiser for Encore to help provide this fabulous service to you, women with breast cancer.
Cafe Milato. 707 Nicholson St Carlton.An afternoon of eats and treats with door prizes, raffles and auctions.Tickets $20 book early. Theresa 93874211 or Judy Sammut 98484650
October 17th Friday 10-12am
A BCNA minified event held by all the Peninsula Support Groups. A morning tea, entertainment and fundraising for the Peninsula Wig Library. $5 entry cost to go directly to the Wig Library.To be held at Cruden Farm Frankston Cranbourne Rd.Contact Jo or PPH Day Chemo Unit. Info to follow.
October 19th Sunday 9am-3pm
A Breast Intentions/BCNA minifield and breast health awareness stall to be held at the Mornington Food and Wine Festival. Helpers needed to man the stall and have fun!!
October 26th Sunday Pink Breakfast.
To be held at Cerberus fund to National Breast Cancer Research Fund. Cost $35 a head. Last year fabulous door prizes and good bags provided. Assume the same this year. Contact Helen Ainslie or Jo more info to follow...
October 27th Monday 12 noon Hotel Sorrento Luncheon.
A pink buffet lunch and minifield this year. Tables don’t need to be booked as they have expanded the seating area although tickets still need to be pre purchased.Costs $25 per head, silhouettes may be purchased. Funds to go to The McGrath Foundation and BCNA.
Boxes of BreastsBoxes of Breasts
Since my first breast cancer diagnosis and surgery 15 years ago boxes of breasts have been gathering in my wardrobe.
After several very intrusive surgeries, including a saline implant, followed by a rectus flap reconstruction, I lived for some years with a left reconstructed breast and a right unreconstructed side. I had been wearing an Amoena breast form when I discovered that they required ‘models’ for their fitter training sessions that they held in various Australian states. So at 54 years of age I became a ‘topless’ model.
Further ongoing surgeries with various bits being progressively removed meant that my chest went through a variety of appearances. The Amoena girls used these variations with enthusiasm as I presented a challenging chest for their trainee fitters to work on. Over this time I wore partial breast forms, fully weighted breast forms and even had a go with the two piece attachable system.
Five years ago I acquired my now undulating, map like breast less chest and sometimes wore light forms or swim forms.Clare and other staff had been pestering me to wear the new attachable breast form...no I insisted in fact I’m over breasts I’m going a la natural no more boobs for me.
I am a floor and pool exercise instructor and conduct at least 10 sessions per week, demonstrating cardio warm ups, stretching, free weights and aqua aerobics, standing noticeably breast less in front of around 150 women (and men) per week. Most participants are aware that I’ve had breast cancer and have become accustomed to my breast free look.
Clare persisted........and at a training session one was fitted on me and I commented on how beautifully natural and light it felt. Clare insisted that I test drive two for her. I hadn’t as I thought they wouldn’t sit comfortably on my messy chest and with all the stretching, twisting, lifting and arm waving...... my reluctant response was alright just to shut her up!!
So I attached the forma with a new bra. They felt a little strange but comfortable, no weight on my shoulders stretching and arm waving didn’t appear to be restricted. I then popped on a neat fitting t-shirt looked in the mirror- and oh, there I was- looking good- really good- fantastic really. With breast –up lifted- I felt uplifted- my midriff minimized- my body balanced- my posture prouder. I think I nearly cried- I’d forgotten how wonderful it was to look and feel so feminie. I loved how it felt to have breasts again. My expressions of delight and amazement were equal to Clare’s look of achievement and purring satisfaction.A friends’ forty year old son commented: That’s a neat trick How did you do it? Do what I asked? Grow breasts overnight! He replied.
One night I came home late and tired.. took off my bra, fell into bed then realized I’d not taken off my breasts. They felt so much a part of me... like my natural breasts had been over 15 years ago. So here I am now 68 curvaceous and gorgeous- well I feel that way anyway- and no need for my boxed breast collection. Thanks Clare for your tenacity. Judy Sammut
invitation
The National Breast Cancer Foundation, National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre and Breast Cancer Network Australia invite you and your family to a Memorial Service to be held at St. Michael’s Uniting Church 120 Collins Street Melbourne on Sunday 5 October 2008 at 2.30pm
Followed by light refreshments in St. Michael’s Hall RSVP by Monday 29 September 2008
1800 500 258 beacon@bcna.org.au
I also forgot to mention our fabulous new book and Cd collection many of which are out already. There are a couple more for the October 1st night. Cheers Jo
Dear All
This is why they don’t let me do the newsletter very often!!
Hastings Cancer Support Group are running a forum on October 22nd 10-3pm at The Hastings club 155 Marine Parade. !0am registration & morning tea. Guest Speakers are David Blakey Radio Oncologist, Edwina Beddoes Cancer Council Vic and Dawn Leicester BCNA Free light lunch plus hospice, Dragons Abreast, Prostate support, myeloma foundation , health information and more. RSVP Marg 59836044 0r sjphillips@aapt.net.au
I have also included a media release from BCNA that came after I sent out the newsletter... stay tuned Cheers Jo
MEDIA RELEASE Tuesday 9th September, 2008 Attention: News
NATIONAL CONSISTENCY IN BREAST PROSTHESIS PROGRAM WELCOMED BY SURVIVORS
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) today welcomed the Government’s announcement that the Medicare system will reimburse women for new and replacement breast prostheses.
“There has been a lot of inequality across Australia and it is wonderful that we are finally going to see all women being able to access the same financial support for prostheses,” BCNA Policy Manager Michelle Marven said.
BCNA has been advocating for a streamlined, national approach for ten years.“Using the Medicare system for the rebate will mean that most women will be able to receive a quick and straightforward refund through their local Medicare office.” The system will come into effect in December this year, although women will be able to claim the reimbursement for purchases made from July 1, 2008. However, BCNA encourages women to ensure that they understand the system before purchasing prostheses under the new scheme. Ms Marven highlights that women should be aware that: The Medicare levy will only reimburse $400 of the total cost of a prosthesis. Money will be reimbursed to women through an electronic transfer of funds to their bank account. The system will include new and replacement prostheses – replacements canbe purchased every 2 years. If the prosthesis is purchased before December, women need to keep a copy of their receipt and apply for the refund after December 1, 2008.
Breast cancer survivor and BCNA Community Liaison Kay Ellis was with Minister Roxon when she made the announcement today. Kay said “This will mean a lot to women across Australia. I know it would have made a difference to my mum. She was diagnosed 40 years ago and her doctor gave her a rice bag as her prosthesis. How things have changed.”
BCNA can provide breast cancer survivors, who will be affected by this decision,for interview and comment.Policy Manager, Michelle Marven is also available for comment.For more information and to arrange interviews contact: Jaki Colgan – Media Coordinator Phone: 0409 238 944 or email: jcolgan@bcna.org.au More detail on the program can be found at www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/public/services/breast-prostheses.jsp or www.health.gov.auSince my first breast cancer diagnosis and surgery 15 years ago boxes of breasts have been gathering in my wardrobe.
After several very intrusive surgeries, including a saline implant, followed by a rectus flap reconstruction, I lived for some years with a left reconstructed breast and a right unreconstructed side. I had been wearing an Amoena breast form when I discovered that they required ‘models’ for their fitter training sessions that they held in various Australian states. So at 54 years of age I became a ‘topless’ model.
Further ongoing surgeries with various bits being progressively removed meant that my chest went through a variety of appearances. The Amoena girls used these variations with enthusiasm as I presented a challenging chest for their trainee fitters to work on. Over this time I wore partial breast forms, fully weighted breast forms and even had a go with the two piece attachable system.
Five years ago I acquired my now undulating, map like breast less chest and sometimes wore light forms or swim forms.
Clare and other staff had been pestering me to wear the new attachable breast form...no I insisted in fact I’m over breasts I’m going a la natural no more boobs for me.
I am a floor and pool exercise instructor and conduct at least 10 sessions per week, demonstrating cardio warm ups, stretching, free weights and aqua aerobics, standing noticeably breast less in front of around 150 women (and men) per week. Most participants are aware that I’ve had breast cancer and have become accustomed to my breast free look.
Clare persisted........and at a training session one was fitted on me and I commented on how beautifully natural and light it felt. Clare insisted that I test drive two for her. I hadn’t as I thought they wouldn’t sit comfortably on my messy chest and with all the stretching, twisting, lifting and arm waving...... my reluctant response was alright just to shut her up!!
So I attached the forma with a new bra. They felt a little strange but comfortable, no weight on my shoulders stretching and arm waving didn’t appear to be restricted. I then popped on a neat fitting t-shirt looked in the mirror- and oh, there I was- looking good- really good- fantastic really. With breast –up lifted- I felt uplifted- my midriff minimized- my body balanced- my posture prouder. I think I nearly cried- I’d forgotten how wonderful it was to look and feel so feminie. I loved how it felt to have breasts again. My expressions of delight and amazement were equal to Clare’s look of achievement and purring satisfaction.
A friends’ forty year old son commented: That’s a neat trick How did you do it? Do what I asked? Grow breasts overnight! He replied.
One night I came home late and tired.. took off my bra, fell into bed then realized I’d not taken off my breasts. They felt so much a part of me... like my natural breasts had been over 15 years ago. So here I am now 68 curvaceous and gorgeous- well I feel that way anyway- and no need for my boxed breast collection. Thanks Clare for your tenacity.
Judy Sammut
Since my first breast cancer diagnosis and surgery 15 years ago boxes of breasts have been gathering in my wardrobe.
After several very intrusive surgeries, including a saline implant, followed by a rectus flap reconstruction, I lived for some years with a left reconstructed breast and a right unreconstructed side. I had been wearing an Amoena breast form when I discovered that they required ‘models’ for their fitter training sessions that they held in various Australian states. So at 54 years of age I became a ‘topless’ model.
Further ongoing surgeries with various bits being progressively removed meant that my chest went through a variety of appearances. The Amoena girls used these variations with enthusiasm as I presented a challenging chest for their trainee fitters to work on. Over this time I wore partial breast forms, fully weighted breast forms and even had a go with the two piece attachable system.
Five years ago I acquired my now undulating, map like breast less chest and sometimes wore light forms or swim forms.
Clare and other staff had been pestering me to wear the new attachable breast form...no I insisted in fact I’m over breasts I’m going a la natural no more boobs for me.
I am a floor and pool exercise instructor and conduct at least 10 sessions per week, demonstrating cardio warm ups, stretching, free weights and aqua aerobics, standing noticeably breast less in front of around 150 women (and men) per week. Most participants are aware that I’ve had breast cancer and have become accustomed to my breast free look.
Clare persisted........and at a training session one was fitted on me and I commented on how beautifully natural and light it felt. Clare insisted that I test drive two for her. I hadn’t as I thought they wouldn’t sit comfortably on my messy chest and with all the stretching, twisting, lifting and arm waving...... my reluctant response was alright just to shut her up!!
So I attached the forma with a new bra. They felt a little strange but comfortable, no weight on my shoulders stretching and arm waving didn’t appear to be restricted. I then popped on a neat fitting t-shirt looked in the mirror- and oh, there I was- looking good- really good- fantastic really. With breast –up lifted- I felt uplifted- my midriff minimized- my body balanced- my posture prouder. I think I nearly cried- I’d forgotten how wonderful it was to look and feel so feminie. I loved how it felt to have breasts again. My expressions of delight and amazement were equal to Clare’s look of achievement and purring satisfaction.
A friends’ forty year old son commented: That’s a neat trick How did you do it? Do what I asked? Grow breasts overnight! He replied.
One night I came home late and tired.. took off my bra, fell into bed then realized I’d not taken off my breasts. They felt so much a part of me... like my natural breasts had been over 15 years ago. So here I am now 68 curvaceous and gorgeous- well I feel that way anyway- and no need for my boxed breast collection. Thanks Clare for your tenacity.
Judy Sammut
Apologies to any of my addressees that I have added to this mailing list that shouldn’t have been, or deleted (you won’t know!!) any of you. Please let me know if I have had an oops. Jann is up in QLD and I have changed computers and had to type the addresses in I hope it works well.
We had a night in the boardroom, lovely table but not the same as upstairs last week. Judy Sammut spoke about exercise and breasts. I have included a shortened form of an article she had printed. Yes she has new breasts and looks fabulous. Many of us have met Judy breast less over the years. It is the 25th year of Encore and we would like to help Judy organize an afternoon tea in Nov in Frankston. Her next exercise group is in October and she would love to hear from you, if you are eligible. Ph: 98484650
We welcome Ruth Judy’s friend, Donna and Kerry who bravely visited from her hospital bed. Our thoughts are also with Gina, Elspeth and Val who are all having further treatment and/or surgery at the moment.
October is a very busy breast cancer month as you all know. I will go in date order and leave it up to you to decide what, where if any you would like to join in. I have just been listening to the ABC about breast cancer. I feel it will be everywhere for a while.
BCNA have changed the minifield format as they are struggling with the storage issues of sponsored silhouettes. They are working toward a Virtual Field and silhouettes can be sponsored on line. The silhouettes used for the minifields will be re used each year. This year is a crossover year and we felt that as long as we can remove the tributes we can still place them on our silhouettes on the day. The $20 can be forwarded to BCNA and a virtual women can be displayed permanently. We still need a solution to the tributes and we may keep them and display them each year. All thoughts gladly received on this.
October 5th Sunday 12.30-4.30pm
A fundraiser for Encore to help provide this fabulous service to you, women with breast cancer.
Cafe Milato. 707 Nicholson St Carlton.An afternoon of eats and treats with door prizes, raffles and auctions.Tickets $20 book early. Theresa 93874211 or Judy Sammut 98484650
October 17th Friday 10-12am
A BCNA minified event held by all the Peninsula Support Groups. A morning tea, entertainment and fundraising for the Peninsula Wig Library. $5 entry cost to go directly to the Wig Library.To be held at Cruden Farm Frankston Cranbourne Rd.Contact Jo or PPH Day Chemo Unit. Info to follow.
October 19th Sunday 9am-3pm
A Breast Intentions/BCNA minifield and breast health awareness stall to be held at the Mornington Food and Wine Festival. Helpers needed to man the stall and have fun!!
October 26th Sunday Pink Breakfast.
To be held at Cerberus fund to National Breast Cancer Research Fund. Cost $35 a head. Last year fabulous door prizes and good bags provided. Assume the same this year. Contact Helen Ainslie or Jo more info to follow...
October 27th Monday 12 noon Hotel Sorrento Luncheon.
A pink buffet lunch and minifield this year. Tables don’t need to be booked as they have expanded the seating area although tickets still need to be pre purchased.Costs $25 per head, silhouettes may be purchased. Funds to go to The McGrath Foundation and BCNA.
Boxes of BreastsBoxes of Breasts
Since my first breast cancer diagnosis and surgery 15 years ago boxes of breasts have been gathering in my wardrobe.
After several very intrusive surgeries, including a saline implant, followed by a rectus flap reconstruction, I lived for some years with a left reconstructed breast and a right unreconstructed side. I had been wearing an Amoena breast form when I discovered that they required ‘models’ for their fitter training sessions that they held in various Australian states. So at 54 years of age I became a ‘topless’ model.
Further ongoing surgeries with various bits being progressively removed meant that my chest went through a variety of appearances. The Amoena girls used these variations with enthusiasm as I presented a challenging chest for their trainee fitters to work on. Over this time I wore partial breast forms, fully weighted breast forms and even had a go with the two piece attachable system.
Five years ago I acquired my now undulating, map like breast less chest and sometimes wore light forms or swim forms.Clare and other staff had been pestering me to wear the new attachable breast form...no I insisted in fact I’m over breasts I’m going a la natural no more boobs for me.
I am a floor and pool exercise instructor and conduct at least 10 sessions per week, demonstrating cardio warm ups, stretching, free weights and aqua aerobics, standing noticeably breast less in front of around 150 women (and men) per week. Most participants are aware that I’ve had breast cancer and have become accustomed to my breast free look.
Clare persisted........and at a training session one was fitted on me and I commented on how beautifully natural and light it felt. Clare insisted that I test drive two for her. I hadn’t as I thought they wouldn’t sit comfortably on my messy chest and with all the stretching, twisting, lifting and arm waving...... my reluctant response was alright just to shut her up!!
So I attached the forma with a new bra. They felt a little strange but comfortable, no weight on my shoulders stretching and arm waving didn’t appear to be restricted. I then popped on a neat fitting t-shirt looked in the mirror- and oh, there I was- looking good- really good- fantastic really. With breast –up lifted- I felt uplifted- my midriff minimized- my body balanced- my posture prouder. I think I nearly cried- I’d forgotten how wonderful it was to look and feel so feminie. I loved how it felt to have breasts again. My expressions of delight and amazement were equal to Clare’s look of achievement and purring satisfaction.A friends’ forty year old son commented: That’s a neat trick How did you do it? Do what I asked? Grow breasts overnight! He replied.
One night I came home late and tired.. took off my bra, fell into bed then realized I’d not taken off my breasts. They felt so much a part of me... like my natural breasts had been over 15 years ago. So here I am now 68 curvaceous and gorgeous- well I feel that way anyway- and no need for my boxed breast collection. Thanks Clare for your tenacity. Judy Sammut
invitation
The National Breast Cancer Foundation, National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre and Breast Cancer Network Australia invite you and your family to a Memorial Service to be held at St. Michael’s Uniting Church 120 Collins Street Melbourne on Sunday 5 October 2008 at 2.30pm
Followed by light refreshments in St. Michael’s Hall RSVP by Monday 29 September 2008
1800 500 258 beacon@bcna.org.au
I also forgot to mention our fabulous new book and Cd collection many of which are out already. There are a couple more for the October 1st night. Cheers Jo
Dear All
This is why they don’t let me do the newsletter very often!!
Hastings Cancer Support Group are running a forum on October 22nd 10-3pm at The Hastings club 155 Marine Parade. !0am registration & morning tea. Guest Speakers are David Blakey Radio Oncologist, Edwina Beddoes Cancer Council Vic and Dawn Leicester BCNA Free light lunch plus hospice, Dragons Abreast, Prostate support, myeloma foundation , health information and more. RSVP Marg 59836044 0r sjphillips@aapt.net.au
I have also included a media release from BCNA that came after I sent out the newsletter... stay tuned Cheers Jo
MEDIA RELEASE Tuesday 9th September, 2008 Attention: News
NATIONAL CONSISTENCY IN BREAST PROSTHESIS PROGRAM WELCOMED BY SURVIVORS
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) today welcomed the Government’s announcement that the Medicare system will reimburse women for new and replacement breast prostheses.
“There has been a lot of inequality across Australia and it is wonderful that we are finally going to see all women being able to access the same financial support for prostheses,” BCNA Policy Manager Michelle Marven said.
BCNA has been advocating for a streamlined, national approach for ten years.“Using the Medicare system for the rebate will mean that most women will be able to receive a quick and straightforward refund through their local Medicare office.” The system will come into effect in December this year, although women will be able to claim the reimbursement for purchases made from July 1, 2008. However, BCNA encourages women to ensure that they understand the system before purchasing prostheses under the new scheme. Ms Marven highlights that women should be aware that: The Medicare levy will only reimburse $400 of the total cost of a prosthesis. Money will be reimbursed to women through an electronic transfer of funds to their bank account. The system will include new and replacement prostheses – replacements canbe purchased every 2 years. If the prosthesis is purchased before December, women need to keep a copy of their receipt and apply for the refund after December 1, 2008.
Breast cancer survivor and BCNA Community Liaison Kay Ellis was with Minister Roxon when she made the announcement today. Kay said “This will mean a lot to women across Australia. I know it would have made a difference to my mum. She was diagnosed 40 years ago and her doctor gave her a rice bag as her prosthesis. How things have changed.”
BCNA can provide breast cancer survivors, who will be affected by this decision,for interview and comment.Policy Manager, Michelle Marven is also available for comment.For more information and to arrange interviews contact: Jaki Colgan – Media Coordinator Phone: 0409 238 944 or email: jcolgan@bcna.org.au More detail on the program can be found at www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/public/services/breast-prostheses.jsp or www.health.gov.auSince my first breast cancer diagnosis and surgery 15 years ago boxes of breasts have been gathering in my wardrobe.
After several very intrusive surgeries, including a saline implant, followed by a rectus flap reconstruction, I lived for some years with a left reconstructed breast and a right unreconstructed side. I had been wearing an Amoena breast form when I discovered that they required ‘models’ for their fitter training sessions that they held in various Australian states. So at 54 years of age I became a ‘topless’ model.
Further ongoing surgeries with various bits being progressively removed meant that my chest went through a variety of appearances. The Amoena girls used these variations with enthusiasm as I presented a challenging chest for their trainee fitters to work on. Over this time I wore partial breast forms, fully weighted breast forms and even had a go with the two piece attachable system.
Five years ago I acquired my now undulating, map like breast less chest and sometimes wore light forms or swim forms.
Clare and other staff had been pestering me to wear the new attachable breast form...no I insisted in fact I’m over breasts I’m going a la natural no more boobs for me.
I am a floor and pool exercise instructor and conduct at least 10 sessions per week, demonstrating cardio warm ups, stretching, free weights and aqua aerobics, standing noticeably breast less in front of around 150 women (and men) per week. Most participants are aware that I’ve had breast cancer and have become accustomed to my breast free look.
Clare persisted........and at a training session one was fitted on me and I commented on how beautifully natural and light it felt. Clare insisted that I test drive two for her. I hadn’t as I thought they wouldn’t sit comfortably on my messy chest and with all the stretching, twisting, lifting and arm waving...... my reluctant response was alright just to shut her up!!
So I attached the forma with a new bra. They felt a little strange but comfortable, no weight on my shoulders stretching and arm waving didn’t appear to be restricted. I then popped on a neat fitting t-shirt looked in the mirror- and oh, there I was- looking good- really good- fantastic really. With breast –up lifted- I felt uplifted- my midriff minimized- my body balanced- my posture prouder. I think I nearly cried- I’d forgotten how wonderful it was to look and feel so feminie. I loved how it felt to have breasts again. My expressions of delight and amazement were equal to Clare’s look of achievement and purring satisfaction.
A friends’ forty year old son commented: That’s a neat trick How did you do it? Do what I asked? Grow breasts overnight! He replied.
One night I came home late and tired.. took off my bra, fell into bed then realized I’d not taken off my breasts. They felt so much a part of me... like my natural breasts had been over 15 years ago. So here I am now 68 curvaceous and gorgeous- well I feel that way anyway- and no need for my boxed breast collection. Thanks Clare for your tenacity.
Judy Sammut
Since my first breast cancer diagnosis and surgery 15 years ago boxes of breasts have been gathering in my wardrobe.
After several very intrusive surgeries, including a saline implant, followed by a rectus flap reconstruction, I lived for some years with a left reconstructed breast and a right unreconstructed side. I had been wearing an Amoena breast form when I discovered that they required ‘models’ for their fitter training sessions that they held in various Australian states. So at 54 years of age I became a ‘topless’ model.
Further ongoing surgeries with various bits being progressively removed meant that my chest went through a variety of appearances. The Amoena girls used these variations with enthusiasm as I presented a challenging chest for their trainee fitters to work on. Over this time I wore partial breast forms, fully weighted breast forms and even had a go with the two piece attachable system.
Five years ago I acquired my now undulating, map like breast less chest and sometimes wore light forms or swim forms.
Clare and other staff had been pestering me to wear the new attachable breast form...no I insisted in fact I’m over breasts I’m going a la natural no more boobs for me.
I am a floor and pool exercise instructor and conduct at least 10 sessions per week, demonstrating cardio warm ups, stretching, free weights and aqua aerobics, standing noticeably breast less in front of around 150 women (and men) per week. Most participants are aware that I’ve had breast cancer and have become accustomed to my breast free look.
Clare persisted........and at a training session one was fitted on me and I commented on how beautifully natural and light it felt. Clare insisted that I test drive two for her. I hadn’t as I thought they wouldn’t sit comfortably on my messy chest and with all the stretching, twisting, lifting and arm waving...... my reluctant response was alright just to shut her up!!
So I attached the forma with a new bra. They felt a little strange but comfortable, no weight on my shoulders stretching and arm waving didn’t appear to be restricted. I then popped on a neat fitting t-shirt looked in the mirror- and oh, there I was- looking good- really good- fantastic really. With breast –up lifted- I felt uplifted- my midriff minimized- my body balanced- my posture prouder. I think I nearly cried- I’d forgotten how wonderful it was to look and feel so feminie. I loved how it felt to have breasts again. My expressions of delight and amazement were equal to Clare’s look of achievement and purring satisfaction.
A friends’ forty year old son commented: That’s a neat trick How did you do it? Do what I asked? Grow breasts overnight! He replied.
One night I came home late and tired.. took off my bra, fell into bed then realized I’d not taken off my breasts. They felt so much a part of me... like my natural breasts had been over 15 years ago. So here I am now 68 curvaceous and gorgeous- well I feel that way anyway- and no need for my boxed breast collection. Thanks Clare for your tenacity.
Judy Sammut
Saturday, August 09, 2008
APRIL NEWSLETTER
APRIL 2008 NEWSLETTER
Hi Ladies,
What a shocking night of wild storms for our last meeting! Eight of us braved the weather, and had a quiet round-table chat, the main topic of which was additional supplements and treatments. If you are taking any supplements that you find beneficial, please let me know details and I’ll make a list for us to share. There’s probably quite a lot of supplements available that we could all benefit from.
BCNA Update
The Pink Bun Campaign: Bakers Delight stores are running a breast cancer awareness campaign an want women who have experiences breast cancer in their local area to be involved. Pop into your local store if you would like to help out.
The Mothers Day Classic – Sunday 11th May: This is a family day held at The Tan in Melbourne, with a run/jog/walk/stroll around The Tan, then make a day of it with a picnic lunch. Commences at 6.45am [oh god] registration, 7.30am warm up 7.45am 4 kl walk starts, 8.20 am 8 kl walk starts, all presentations completed by 12.00. More information at mothersdayclassic.org. On line registrations close 7th May, but you can enter on the day.
Cancer Council
The Cancer Council is holding a FREE Inaugural Carer’s Form – for family and friends caring for someone with cancer and carers who have cancer. Saturday 10th May, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm at 100 Drummond Street, Carlton. Lunch included. Topics include:
- When It Happened to Me! By Doreen Akkerman AM, Director, Cancer Information and Support Services
- What happens when the carer has cancer?
- Connecting with Family Carers
- Carer information and support services.
The forum will also provide carer and cancer specific information and resources on a range of support services such as Carers Victoria and the Cancer Connect program. Places are limited – register by 7 May on 131120 or cis@cancervic.org.au
Dragon Flys
There are now two dragons abreast clubs on the Peninsula – Patterson Lakes Dragon Flys, and Mt Martha Cove Dragon Flys, and we have some of our members in each.
Change of Details
Several member emails are bouncing back, so if you change your email please let me know. I’ll contact the current people individually.
Library
There are several books that have been out for quite a while, so if you have any and are finished with then, please remember to return them.
Next Meeting
The next meeting is this Wednesday 7th May, 7.00 pm at the Bays. Jan Winslade and her lovely helpers from Yoga by the Bay are coming to give us relaxation and reiki. See you there.
Take care,
Jann
Hi Ladies,
What a shocking night of wild storms for our last meeting! Eight of us braved the weather, and had a quiet round-table chat, the main topic of which was additional supplements and treatments. If you are taking any supplements that you find beneficial, please let me know details and I’ll make a list for us to share. There’s probably quite a lot of supplements available that we could all benefit from.
BCNA Update
The Pink Bun Campaign: Bakers Delight stores are running a breast cancer awareness campaign an want women who have experiences breast cancer in their local area to be involved. Pop into your local store if you would like to help out.
The Mothers Day Classic – Sunday 11th May: This is a family day held at The Tan in Melbourne, with a run/jog/walk/stroll around The Tan, then make a day of it with a picnic lunch. Commences at 6.45am [oh god] registration, 7.30am warm up 7.45am 4 kl walk starts, 8.20 am 8 kl walk starts, all presentations completed by 12.00. More information at mothersdayclassic.org. On line registrations close 7th May, but you can enter on the day.
Cancer Council
The Cancer Council is holding a FREE Inaugural Carer’s Form – for family and friends caring for someone with cancer and carers who have cancer. Saturday 10th May, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm at 100 Drummond Street, Carlton. Lunch included. Topics include:
- When It Happened to Me! By Doreen Akkerman AM, Director, Cancer Information and Support Services
- What happens when the carer has cancer?
- Connecting with Family Carers
- Carer information and support services.
The forum will also provide carer and cancer specific information and resources on a range of support services such as Carers Victoria and the Cancer Connect program. Places are limited – register by 7 May on 131120 or cis@cancervic.org.au
Dragon Flys
There are now two dragons abreast clubs on the Peninsula – Patterson Lakes Dragon Flys, and Mt Martha Cove Dragon Flys, and we have some of our members in each.
Change of Details
Several member emails are bouncing back, so if you change your email please let me know. I’ll contact the current people individually.
Library
There are several books that have been out for quite a while, so if you have any and are finished with then, please remember to return them.
Next Meeting
The next meeting is this Wednesday 7th May, 7.00 pm at the Bays. Jan Winslade and her lovely helpers from Yoga by the Bay are coming to give us relaxation and reiki. See you there.
Take care,
Jann
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