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I am a huge, borderline stalker fan of writer David Sedaris and have been to many of his readings and book signings over the years. Sitting in the audience of this master memoirist, listening to his fragile and often hilarious voice, I am always transported and never fail to connect to him in an extraordinarily personal way. This oft-repeated experience translates into me buying five to ten copies of whatever book he is selling and then waiting on line for hours so he can sign them all. Then I tell everyone I know and like to buy it because it’s a good read and he smiles at me when we chat.
"Getting Past the Fear: A guide to help you mentally prepare for chemotherapy" contains practical suggestions for getting your mind in a better place before you begin treatment. Loved ones of those beginning chemo for the first time will also find it helpful. It's a quick and easy read with lots of useful advice and tips on topics such as:
My name is Heather Blackshire, a photographer and I would like to do something for the men and women effected by breast cancer. I would like to create a black and white project that consists of powerful imagery about the fight against breast cancer.
Rub-On Nipples? are temporary areola tattoos that can last one to two weeks and are easily removed with rubbing alcohol. They look amazingly similar to permanent 3-D areola pigmentation and provide options for women with bare mounds after mastectomy.
The following was written by author, Cara Novy-Bennewitz:
When I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer in 2008, like many, I was stunned, scared and, perhaps most of all, uninformed. The amount of information that accompanies a diagnosis can quite frankly be overwhelming! Throughout my whole process, the educator in me kept thinking, there has to be a better way to gather and learn all this information. I kept looking for that What to Expect When You
“Doctors are only one part of the healing equation when you’re sick. Pink-Link gives breast cancer patients an easy way to meet the exact people they most want to talk to, women who have first-hand experience navigating their particular diagnosis, treatment and recovery issues. It helps them make more informed decisions, brings them comfort, & can even speed their healing.” ~ Dr. Scott Sale, MD
“Pink-Link's matching program allows for individualized connection and support and are a welcome and much needed service to women and families who are dealing with a diagnosis of breast cancer. Certainly a service I will recommend to those searching for support!” ~ Amy Grillo, Education & Conference Coordinator, Living Beyond Breast Cancer
“I hope to be in contact with members who are going through what I did. Having been through it and survived to be happy and whole again, helps me feel like helping others who are as frightened as I was. It seems to be a trait that is common to survivors.” ~ Louise T., Trumball, Connecticut, Pink-Link member
“I want to say thank you for your website. I found a girl on your website in my area that was young like me. Because of our relationship we are now starting a support group for young breast cancer survivors in the Baton Rouge area. It has been a real need in this area. Because of your website we have made it happen.” ~ Shannon B., Baton Rouge, LA, Pink-Link member
“I do so enjoy your monthly newsletter, and have referred friends who have been diagnosed with breast cancer to your webpage. I also have been fortunate enough to have been selected as a mentor and was able to help a woman in Virginia get through her treatment. We are still in touch, and I'm sure we will be for a long time.” ~ Eleanor T., Monrovia, California, Pink-Link member
“Social support can be very important for breast cancer survivors as they recover from treatment. Providing access to mentors is part of Pink-Link’s mission. They connect survivors in a confidential, user-friendly manner. I’m proud to be a board member & recommend their website as an important patient resource.” ~Dr. Patricia Ganz, MD, UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
“I am grateful for Pink-Link. The interaction with other breast cancer survivors has been the best therapy. I can keep up to date with the newest developments, and more importantly, it gives me hope for the future - thanks to Pink-Link!” ~ Anna G., Warner Robins, Georgia, Pink-Link member
“As a survivor struggling with my own issues, I think it's imperative and extremely helpful to have sites like Pink-Link to aid in our recovery and ongoing support.” ~ Mary Jo, Alamogordo, New Mexico, Pink-Link member