Had a lovely day yesterday at the breast cancer haven in Leeds. It was an introduction day which ran from 10am - 4pm. You could take along a friend. My friend Cherrie was kind enough to come along with me which I felt very happy about, and I think I can say she had a lovely day too.
We were the first to arrive and after signing in were shown where we could wait and have a drink. When everyone had arrived we were led into the Rose Room where there were reclining chairs with blankets and foot cushions arranged in a circle. There were about ten of us in the group. (I couldn't reach my foot cushion ...... nothing new, I'm just made of short stuff!)
After being welcomed by Debbie and Anne we then took it in turns to introduce ourselves saying as much or as little as we wanted. Then it was time for a break and we were able to chat with others who were going through the same things.
Back to the Rose Room and time to recline for some relaxation which was lovely. Next a talk and discussion by Morna about nutrition which was really good.
After all that talk of food I think we were all glad it had come round to lunch time. We had a healthy lunch and more time for chatting.
The afternoon continued with Anne giving us an overview of the haven programme, all the individual therapies and group classes that are on offer at Breast Cancer Haven and of how they could benefit you and .............. it's all free!
Another break for refreshments and more chat followed by another session of relaxation, by this time I think most of us were so chilled we could easily have gone to sleep! ............... Actually I think there might have been a couple of ladies who did!
Thank you Cherrie and Haven for a lovely day!
Yes it really was a good day. I'm sure just being able to go to such a supportive and peaceful place would help anyone and the choice of therapies and classes on offer is amazing. Couldn't help thinking that it's a pity there are so few centres like it - only three, I think. Hope today and tomorrow go well, Mandy. We're all thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteit was good to see you in work on friday Mandy.You are looking really well. It is all the positive energy glowing around you!!!
ReplyDeleteHoping all goes well for you this week,thinking of you, as you know. PS Hi Grandma Cherrie xxx
Andrea
Hi Mandy
ReplyDeleteThis is my second attempt at trying to put message on today. Good job I sat in office Supposed to be working for Carl but its another coffee break. You sound as if you had a fab day yesterday and am assuming its Cherrie from school. If it is ' Hi Cherrie'
Keep up the positive attitude. I think its brill that theres so much support around and am sure it helps to keep you feeling good. Take care and all the best
Love Donna
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Hi just forgot liz keeps asking about you x andrea x
ReplyDeleteMandy
ReplyDeletePleased you managed the cold cap treatment again,
although not so pleasant this time,we were pleased
you were feeling ok but very tired and we hope you will
continue to feel well and you and Nick will be able to
visit us next weekend which we will look forward to,
so here's hoping......
love Eileen & Barry xx