OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

OCTOBER, 2009 NEWSLETTER Welcome to our October, ‘09 Newsletter …
Hi All,
What’s on the Go:: (Upcoming Events)
· A Forum for Women living with a gynaecological or breast cancer.
· BreaCan is hosting a FREE forum for women who have been diagnosed with breast or a gynaecological cancer. The forum will provide information and will also be a wonderful chance to talk and meet with other women with similar experiences.
The Forum will be held on:Saturday 14th November, 2009 9:30 –3:00 (lunch included)
At Best Western Frankston International, 389 Nepean Hwy., Frankston.
Registrations are essential – please contact BreaCAN on1300 781 500 or email breacon@breacan.org.au
Fundraising at Rye
Pink Pier Morning – Tuesday 27th October, 2009 – (National Breast Cancer Day) kicking off with Breakfast at 08:00 - all meals are under $10 & serving pink lemonade, pink champers & delicious hot coffee – all invited & most welcome.
Lynn at ‘The Pier’ is also running a fundraiser on 11th November, 6:30pm. Donations for raffles welcome
Other upcoming events of interest - On your Calendar:
· Tibetan Buddhist Talks - by Tibetan Buddhist Nun – Venerable Jampa Drolma –
November 14 2009.Venue: Benton’s Square Community Centre.145 Bentons Rd, Mornington 3931.(Melways Ref: Map 145 G6 – Next to Benton’s Square Shopping Centre)
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm - Cost $15.00 ($10 Concession).
For further information and bookings – please contact Vikki – 0419 337 823.
BIG thanks to you ALL – from our Jo!
I would like to thank everyone involved at the Main St Food & Wine Festival minifield. It was a terrific day, the sun was out the crowds were good and we had fun! Our new banner was shown for the first time along with the Gazebo. Our friends the Dragonflys were next door and it was fabulous to catch up with the gals. They are always on the lookout for new members. It is on my bucket list. They are off to Canberra so best of luck gals!
We raised about $400 for Breast Intentions, $600 for BCNA and the Dragonflys about $1000. More importantly some women (and men) came and spoke individually to our members to receive info, tell a story or just have a chat. We also got to enjoy some fabulous food and ran into most of the peninsula.
Friday saw us at Cruden Farm BCNA Minifield, helping the Mornington Peninsula Wig Library raise much needed funds to purchase new wigs. They have approximately 200 wigs out on loan at the moment. It was a great day- credit goes to Kate Smith and Virginia Howard (PPH Chemo Ward) for the organisation. Thank you again to our beautiful Lee Murphy who with her friends sang their hearts out. They were absolutely magic. Our thoughts are with Lee as her mum is receiving treatment again, you are both in our thoughts and prayers. Jo Johnsons’ daughter Holly once again sang beautifully for the crowd. The gardens also looked fantastic. Channel 10 were there and we hope to see some of our smiling and crying faces on Monday 26th with David and Kim. Thank you to all who gave up their day to help. We met old friends and made some new ones as well. Once again the banner and gazebo were put to good use. We had some lovely comments about the ‘Intent on Life’ slogan. Breast Intentions manned the BCNA stall and sold about $600 of merchandise. Our silhouettes from Main St were displayed again.
Thank you again. You never ceased to inspire me. Love Jo
Something Special - For someone special, like you J (Goddess’s of the Month) ::
Hey there Elspeth, we are thinking of you, while you are awaiting your test results and also a very special hello to the lovely Judith – our thoughts are with you too. J
Please let us know if you are unwell and would like any information, or just someone to talk to – any time. You can email us or phone Jo directly. We would like to think that we are there for you anytime you need a friend or support, because we really are.
Jo caught up with Jann Barker for a cuppa as she was down for her checkups. She is loving life up in QLD and sends her love to all.
Breast Intentions -BuddiesJ
People in our Group We care about you, (How can we help?)
§ A Welcome Pack for new members. Really good ideas for this so far include: - Member Form, Name Tag, BI Brochure, Local information – re Dragons, Tai Chi, Yoga, Wig Library, & support groups etc., perhaps a small gift?
§ A suggestion of a photo album which sounds good – just email an electronic copy with photos of your group including details - (who, when, where) to Jo and she will print & organize it.
§ A ‘Buddy’ Card for members to share their personal details.
§ Your ideas are most welcome – simply email / phone Jo with suggestions.
· Breast Intentions (T Shirts) J
Most orders are ready for pickup, if you haven’t already done so. Still some yet to be delivered, more information, phone Jo, or pick up at the October meeting at the Bay. $25:00 –( to be paid on pick up). Note: Minimum orders are set at (6).
We currently have 2 requests for T-shirts, so we need 4 more to put in an order. There are 2 white size14 polo’s spare, (1small size 14) for sale. Looking Good J

Reminder:(Breast Intentions Blog Spot)
· Our Blog Spot:
A suggestion has been raised to track our members – i.e. when they move, go back to work, have babies, or anything that you may wish to share for all to view on our web page. Our ‘BLOG’ is a great central repository to check out what’s been happening, view photos, say hello, a place for us all to share!!!!
Link: http://breastintentions.blogspot.com/2009_06_01_archive.html
Breast Intension SURVEY: - We value your opinion & appreciate your feedback & ideas!
Please complete our SURVEY / hit ‘done’ (don’t forget): Click on the link -
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=QBq3GB0bZWfEjfuCInACTA_3d_3d
For Your Information:
· News from BCNA –
Click on link : www.bcna.org.au (Spring Issue 2009)
- My Journey Kit - 1300 78 55 62.
- E-Bulletins – keep up to date with the latest in breast cancer research, news & information.
- Hope & Hurdles Pack for women with secondary breast cancer – 1300887 340.
· Telephone & Internet Support Group: - (In the comfort of your own home).
These groups are available for people with advanced cancer, in the 20 - 50 age group, 2 years post treatment, (cancer survivors) , Carers of people with cancer.
More info 13 11 20, or visit www.cancervic.org.au; or email csg@cancervic.or.au.
Finance News: Breast Intentions Bank - Current Balance:- $458:00 .
Next BI Meeting: - Wednesday 4th November, 2009 - (Always first Wednesday of each month).
Pop in for a cuppa & a chat…
For those of you who are keen, please come a little early if you would like to join us for Tai Chi in the hospital garden at 7pm and then go inside for a cuppa. Val from Tai Chi Australia will be leading us – I’m there!!
NOTE: DECEMBER Meeting - We will be meeting at the GRAND HOTEL in Mornington Main St.,
- Bring along a small gift – say $10 for our Kris Kringle present giving…
Take Care and Regards, Chris.