52 Blessings - Week 6
This week has been a bit of a stressful one for myself and my family. Late last year, my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer. However, they caught it early and have been able to treat it successfully by having a full mastectomy. We have had good news since the surgery - it was completely contained and has not spread. I had the opportunity to talk to one of the staff at the Kim Walters Choices program which operates out of The Wesley Hospital. While it is highly unlikely that she will ever read this, I would like to say a big thank you to Janine for her advice and support. It has made a difficult time that much easier for both my mum and myself and we are very grateful that this program exists. Also a big thank you to Kevin Walters, who started the Choices program as a memorial to his late wife, Kim.
The Choices program is a free community service for women who are affected by breast cancer and they rely on the generosity of the public and major businesses to continue providing this vital service to the community. Their annual fundraising venture is Think Pink week (14-19 July) - a fair way off yet but something to keep in mind. No woman wants to think they will be personally affected by breast cancer but the reality is that it affects more than one life.
Part of the grounds of the Wesley Hospital, on the banks of the Brisbane River.