These “Gave Me life”, well sort of
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“What do you see when you look in the mirror?” That was the question I asked women who had breast reconstruction after breast cancer. I, like many other breast cancer survivors/thrivers, finally mustered the courage to look at myself in the mirror, a few days after getting home from the hospital.
As the Blog ebbs and flows, I am trying to navigate it to a place where those who have experienced breast cancer can find ways to connect – to build themselves up. This is also a place where family & friends can learn & help. We all need help whether it’s a kind word, a walk outside, a cup of soup, a lobster dinner, calling a friend, a game of monopoly, a good partner in bid whist, a fashion tip, a new exercise routine, a new magazine or lipstick color, playing with my grandson. “Oh, sorry those were some of the things that give me a lift.” Read More