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October = Breast Cancer Awareness

October 6, 2014 by Patricia Sands 6 Comments

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month but really every day we need to keep our thoughts focused on battling this disease that affects so many of us, in so many different ways.

UnknownMeet my friend Erin Arbabha, a lively, lovely, energetic and engaging woman.

Her book, I Have Survived: One Woman’s Ten-Year Journey As A Breast Cancer Survivor,  is a powerful resource that contains helpful guidelines for cancer patients, caregivers, family, friends, and employers.

 

As Erin battled breast cancer she had the foresight to record the details of her journey, never thinking she would ever use the information for anything more than her own needs. As time passed, she became aware of how her story might benefit others.

Endorsed by The Komen Foundation, this book is part memoir and part helpful guide518yhqJY8OL._BO2,204,203,200_PIsitb-sticker-v3-big,TopRight,0,-55_SX278_SY278_PIkin4,BottomRight,1,22_AA300_SH20_OU01_ for family, friends, employers as well as patients and healthcare providers. With the help of meticulous notes kept throughout the hills and valleys of her battle, Erin has been able to provide readers with a comprehensive guide as well as a touching, inspiring story of resilience, strength and promise.

To connect with Erin, click below:

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ANOTHER SITE NOT TO BE MISSED IS THE FABULOUS BLOGGER/AUTHOR SUSIE LINDAU’S WILD RIDE WEBSITE ~ BOOB REPORTS ~ Her candid chronicles about her battle with breast cancer are laced with wit and humor as well as poignant moments and valuable information. Susie shared her journey online in real time and took all of her followers along for an experience none of us will ever forget. The good news is she also has a heartfelt story of survival.

Unknown-2 For answers to many questions you may have about breast cancer, please click on this link to the NationalBreastCancer.org. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Early detection is vital!

I’ll be sharing other breast cancer websites I believe will be of interest, as the month progresses. Stay tuned and be informed!

 

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About Patricia Sands

Family, writing and travel are my passions ... okay, and chocolate ... and I'm seldom without a camera. I write women's fiction and keep in touch with readers by a monthly newsletter that also has giveaways and contests. Come and join us by signing up on the right. See you there!

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  1. Céline Berthelot says

    October 7, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    Patricia,
    Thank you for the book’s suggestion. I have a friend who is going through the treatments and all that involves. So, a book with such a title may be of great comfort.
    Thank you

    Céline

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    • Patricia Sands says

      October 7, 2014 at 10:23 pm

      Céline, I truly believe your friend will find comfort and also a lot of helpful information in Erin’s very special book. I wish her the best and can see how fortunate she is to have such a thoughtful friend as you.

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  2. Phil says

    October 8, 2014 at 2:33 pm

    It’s terrific that you are promoting this Patricia. It’s such a hard thing for women to go through.

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    • Patricia Sands says

      October 8, 2014 at 6:12 pm

      Thanks, Phil. It’s a battle we feel we are winning and will never stop fighting!

      Reply
  3. evelyneholingue says

    October 8, 2014 at 10:19 pm

    Thank you, Patricia, for reminding us of the importance of early detection and for introducing us to women writers who share their experiences through real stories.
    All forms of cancer are devastating but it is not surprising that breast cancer, almost always a female concern, got so much support. Women excell at inspiring others and caring for one another. Ill or not, I think that women are champions when it comes to be there for each other. So thank you for this post.

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  1. Support The Girls! says:
    October 9, 2014 at 5:40 pm

    […] this week I shared information about Erin Arbabha’s memoir and self-help book, I Have Survived.  Please read on […]

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