Hello Again Everyone,
The fundraiser for Deborah is going to be an extraordinary event, as many are attending--from friends, family, survivors, and people that Deb and I don't even know. We want to thank everyone.
The silent auction items that have been donated so far range from a basket of cheer, Phillies tickets, to some very remarkable art and pottery items. Items like these are being sold in studios for thousands of dollars--they are exquisite pieces.
April 19th is just around the corner, so if you are interested in participating in this gala event please contact me ASAP--we only have a few tickets left. If you cannot attend, please make a donation in the honor of my extraordinary wife, partner, and survivor.
Thank you
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Monday, March 9, 2009
Help Someone You May Not Know
It has been just a little over a month since we have started this blog, and it has been an experience beyond belief. The blog went global in just three days! Both Deb and I have spoken to numerous people and have discovered that many people have stories to share—whether they are about themselves or loved ones. Once again I encourage all to post their stories, it will truly initiate the healing process and also you may receive responses to the multitudes of questions you may have right now.
PLEASE SHARE YOUR STORY—YOU WILL NEVER KNOW WHO AND HOW MUCH IT WILL HELP SOMEONE!!
It really doesn’t matter if you know the profound effect you may have on someone’s life, what matters is that you create the space to help someone in this time of turmoil. This is my invitation and my challenge—especially to the people around Deb and I that we cherish the most. We both know that this has had a profound effect on everyone. Through our commitment to family, love for one another, we are all survivors. Please get over your embarrassment, fear, or whatever is stopping you from sharing and let us—especially Deborah, enjoy your story.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Deb and Brian
PS: Tickets are going fast for the fundraiser at Bridgets in Ambler on April 19th, so if you are planning on attending, please reserve your ticket today. We are also looking for donations for the silent auction we are holding at the benefit. Some ideas would be pottery, art, tickets to sporting events, tickets to shows, etc. Please take action and get involved.
PLEASE SHARE YOUR STORY—YOU WILL NEVER KNOW WHO AND HOW MUCH IT WILL HELP SOMEONE!!
It really doesn’t matter if you know the profound effect you may have on someone’s life, what matters is that you create the space to help someone in this time of turmoil. This is my invitation and my challenge—especially to the people around Deb and I that we cherish the most. We both know that this has had a profound effect on everyone. Through our commitment to family, love for one another, we are all survivors. Please get over your embarrassment, fear, or whatever is stopping you from sharing and let us—especially Deborah, enjoy your story.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Deb and Brian
PS: Tickets are going fast for the fundraiser at Bridgets in Ambler on April 19th, so if you are planning on attending, please reserve your ticket today. We are also looking for donations for the silent auction we are holding at the benefit. Some ideas would be pottery, art, tickets to sporting events, tickets to shows, etc. Please take action and get involved.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Hello again everyone.
I want to thank all of you that have at least taken a look at the blog, and those who have already participated in some way.
For those who have not...........................
For those who have not...........................
IT IS NOW TIME TO TAKE ACTION!!!!
Please make sure that you have forwarded the link to everyone in your address book--
Please make sure that you have forwarded the link to everyone in your address book--
ESPECIALLY THE ONES WHO YOU WILL BENEFIT THE MOST
Please make sure that all of your stories are being shared on the blog--this includes EVERYONE--brothers, sisters, mothers, siblings, relatives, anyone who can share and create the possibility of comforting someone else.
Please make sure that all of your stories are being shared on the blog--this includes EVERYONE--brothers, sisters, mothers, siblings, relatives, anyone who can share and create the possibility of comforting someone else.
If you have any questions navigating to or around the blog, please contact me ASAP.
If you are planning on attending the fundraiser, tickets are going fast and we only have a limited number to sell.
Deb and I want to thank all who have taken action and are now about to.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Hello Again Everyone,
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank those you have posted, and to greatly encourage those who have not to please do so.
Also, HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY to everyone.
Since the conception of this blog, I have spoken to many people and it is truly incredible on how many lives that are touched by breast cancer and cancer in general. I have encouraged everyone that I have spoken with to please post their story....not only to creating the possibility of helping someone else, but also in helping themselves by mere articulation of their account. Sometimes all we need to do is talk to someone about our account and we feel so much better once we have spoken it. If you are afraid to publish your name , then post anonymously......PLEASE SHARE YOUR STORY!!
We were actually at dinner last night with very dear friends, a lifetime friend of Deb's, and the wife said she was self-conscious of posting her story because of fears of hurting Deb' or someone else's feelings. I explained to her that this fears was her's and no one else's. When we started letting people know that Deb had breast cancer, Deb and I very quickly realized a sense of abandonment, especially from people who we held dear to our hearts, because people didn't want to accept the fact that Deb had breast cancer. Their minds actually allowed them to dismiss this fact because Deb is such a vibrant and healthy woman....the question was always "How could this be possible?" It is human instinct to completely ignore something so horrific that is happening to a person who has become such an important part of your life, and woven into the fabric of your personal being. The next thing that happens is that you keep ignoring the reality and make up stories to validate your refusal to believe, spiralling downward to what could be the end of a loving, trusting and life long relationship. Fortunately this did not happen, and the relationship is as healthy as ever. The issues lie within the wife's heart.......she needs to post her story. I know that in the long run, above and beyond helping people who read her post from a nurses' perspective, she herself will feel the weight of this fear to talk, that she has been carrying around for years, completely disappear. She will have acquired a sense of freedom, a sense of relief, and most importantly, a renewed sense that she has the power to articulate whatever she wants.
I encourage men, women and young people, who truly understand the impact that breast cancer has on people and families, to post.
PLEASE SHARE YOUR STORY TODAY!!
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank those you have posted, and to greatly encourage those who have not to please do so.
Also, HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY to everyone.
Since the conception of this blog, I have spoken to many people and it is truly incredible on how many lives that are touched by breast cancer and cancer in general. I have encouraged everyone that I have spoken with to please post their story....not only to creating the possibility of helping someone else, but also in helping themselves by mere articulation of their account. Sometimes all we need to do is talk to someone about our account and we feel so much better once we have spoken it. If you are afraid to publish your name , then post anonymously......PLEASE SHARE YOUR STORY!!
We were actually at dinner last night with very dear friends, a lifetime friend of Deb's, and the wife said she was self-conscious of posting her story because of fears of hurting Deb' or someone else's feelings. I explained to her that this fears was her's and no one else's. When we started letting people know that Deb had breast cancer, Deb and I very quickly realized a sense of abandonment, especially from people who we held dear to our hearts, because people didn't want to accept the fact that Deb had breast cancer. Their minds actually allowed them to dismiss this fact because Deb is such a vibrant and healthy woman....the question was always "How could this be possible?" It is human instinct to completely ignore something so horrific that is happening to a person who has become such an important part of your life, and woven into the fabric of your personal being. The next thing that happens is that you keep ignoring the reality and make up stories to validate your refusal to believe, spiralling downward to what could be the end of a loving, trusting and life long relationship. Fortunately this did not happen, and the relationship is as healthy as ever. The issues lie within the wife's heart.......she needs to post her story. I know that in the long run, above and beyond helping people who read her post from a nurses' perspective, she herself will feel the weight of this fear to talk, that she has been carrying around for years, completely disappear. She will have acquired a sense of freedom, a sense of relief, and most importantly, a renewed sense that she has the power to articulate whatever she wants.
I encourage men, women and young people, who truly understand the impact that breast cancer has on people and families, to post.
PLEASE SHARE YOUR STORY TODAY!!
Monday, February 9, 2009
Welcome to Our Blog
Hello and Welcome,
First, I would like to welcome everyone to our blog. This blog has been set up for awareness and to invite and encourage all who are dealing with, going through, or are survivors of breast cancer. This invitation also goes out to all of the men.
Deb and I have been together now for seven extraordinary years and are now very happily married. The time of embattlement with breast cancer was not only very painful, but also very enlightening in terms of doctor's views, our friends and family views, and the differing information and approaches concerning breast cancer. The most important thing that we discovered was our lack of knowledge and how we (and everyone) can allow themselves to be treated like "cattle" when it comes to our personal approach to this devastating health concern.
I truly invite all to post their comments, concerns, and questions inside this forum to attain the peace and confidence in their approach to treatment and regain the space of living a happy and fulfilled life. It is time to communicate, so please feel free to discuss whatever is on your mind. We will help you in whatever way we can, and if we can't, we will direct you in the right direction to acquire the necessary information, as we did.
Both Deb and I encourage you to post and look forward to the possibility of extraordinary dialogue. Always keep the faith and God truly does love us all....no matter what.
First, I would like to welcome everyone to our blog. This blog has been set up for awareness and to invite and encourage all who are dealing with, going through, or are survivors of breast cancer. This invitation also goes out to all of the men.
Deb and I have been together now for seven extraordinary years and are now very happily married. The time of embattlement with breast cancer was not only very painful, but also very enlightening in terms of doctor's views, our friends and family views, and the differing information and approaches concerning breast cancer. The most important thing that we discovered was our lack of knowledge and how we (and everyone) can allow themselves to be treated like "cattle" when it comes to our personal approach to this devastating health concern.
I truly invite all to post their comments, concerns, and questions inside this forum to attain the peace and confidence in their approach to treatment and regain the space of living a happy and fulfilled life. It is time to communicate, so please feel free to discuss whatever is on your mind. We will help you in whatever way we can, and if we can't, we will direct you in the right direction to acquire the necessary information, as we did.
Both Deb and I encourage you to post and look forward to the possibility of extraordinary dialogue. Always keep the faith and God truly does love us all....no matter what.
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