Sunday, 6 June 2010
Thursday, 3 June 2010
Wednesday, 2 June 2010
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uxb8zV6QIZw
This video inspired me in so many ways.
First of all, it told me never to take life for granted. Any life you live is a promising life and it can take you anywhere. If you really want something, you have to go out there with your talents and your dreams to achieve whatever you want.
It also told me that you can take a couple of bad experiences and learn from them. Whatever doesn't kill you, really does make you stronger and if you take positive aspects from bad experiences, you can use them to develop your personality, for example, your endurance when facing tough times.
Just get back up when life knocks you down.
(The video was created by Kandee Johnson, a make up artist from America. I don't personally own this video. To view her youtube profile visit: http://www.youtube.com/user/kandeejohnson)
This video inspired me in so many ways.
First of all, it told me never to take life for granted. Any life you live is a promising life and it can take you anywhere. If you really want something, you have to go out there with your talents and your dreams to achieve whatever you want.
It also told me that you can take a couple of bad experiences and learn from them. Whatever doesn't kill you, really does make you stronger and if you take positive aspects from bad experiences, you can use them to develop your personality, for example, your endurance when facing tough times.
Just get back up when life knocks you down.
(The video was created by Kandee Johnson, a make up artist from America. I don't personally own this video. To view her youtube profile visit: http://www.youtube.com/user/kandeejohnson)
five percent.
Radiotherapy.
A treatment that provides a five percent chance that the cancer won't come back.
Is a mere five percent worth all the extra pain on top of everything else?
A treatment that provides a five percent chance that the cancer won't come back.
Is a mere five percent worth all the extra pain on top of everything else?
Sunday, 23 May 2010
Hello, hello, hello.
Hello there - sorry I have abandoned my blog for a good two months now. I haven't had very much to write about in that period of time and I've been quite busy with revising for my exams in June.
However, I thought I'd pop into Blogspot and write an update on my life. Mum's approaching her last dose of chemo which is due this Thursday coming up. Hopefully it'll leave her cancer free but there is always the chance that she'll have to endure a round of radiotherapy. It'll be hard work - but worth it.
A couple of months ago, we signed up for the Cancer Research 'Race For Life' which is being held in Barnstaple, North Devon. Mum has managed to round up a group of ladies who are running it for us, combined to create a team called 'Team Lisa'! We've managed to get together a few pennies in sponsorship but we would like to raise as much as we can. If you're able to donate any money for this wonderful cause, please click on the link below.
http://www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/lisabarlow41
Every amount is highly appreciated. We've also ordered t-shirts for our running team. They're pink with navy writing saying 'TEAM LISA' on the back with a Cancer Research logo - so if you are attending the Race For Life in Barnstaple, you'll know who we are!
However, I'm not only running for my mum, I'm also going to run for my Granny and my Great Aunt who both passed away due to cancer. I think this run is a great way to honour them both.
Thank you to everyone who has been following my blog for being so patient with my absence and lack of blogging, many apologies to you all - also!
I'd also like to say thank you for people who have sponsored my family and friends for the Race For Life.
x
However, I thought I'd pop into Blogspot and write an update on my life. Mum's approaching her last dose of chemo which is due this Thursday coming up. Hopefully it'll leave her cancer free but there is always the chance that she'll have to endure a round of radiotherapy. It'll be hard work - but worth it.
A couple of months ago, we signed up for the Cancer Research 'Race For Life' which is being held in Barnstaple, North Devon. Mum has managed to round up a group of ladies who are running it for us, combined to create a team called 'Team Lisa'! We've managed to get together a few pennies in sponsorship but we would like to raise as much as we can. If you're able to donate any money for this wonderful cause, please click on the link below.
http://www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/lisabarlow41
Every amount is highly appreciated. We've also ordered t-shirts for our running team. They're pink with navy writing saying 'TEAM LISA' on the back with a Cancer Research logo - so if you are attending the Race For Life in Barnstaple, you'll know who we are!
However, I'm not only running for my mum, I'm also going to run for my Granny and my Great Aunt who both passed away due to cancer. I think this run is a great way to honour them both.
Thank you to everyone who has been following my blog for being so patient with my absence and lack of blogging, many apologies to you all - also!
I'd also like to say thank you for people who have sponsored my family and friends for the Race For Life.
x
Wednesday, 24 March 2010
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I'm in the right mind at this moment in time to write a long, descriptive complaint to the NHS Hospital in Barnstaple. I am appauled at their lack of respect for their cancer patients.
Thursday, 18 February 2010
Wigs!
Mum got a wig! She and my aunty went to House of Fraser in Exeter to look for a wig as she is nearly on her second dose of chemotherapy and is due to lose her hair anytime soon.
I came home from school and mum showed me her new hair. To be perfectly honest, it wasn't any different from the hair she has now. It was still the same short, bob-shaped, dark chocolate brunette coloured hair. It comforted me to know that a part of her would remain the same.
She also purchased a rather odd accessory...it was an extra hair piece, a fringe. She bought it so whenever she didn't feel like wearing the wig (wigs can get quite itchy and hot) she could use the fringe under a hat.
Mum got her hair cut short as well so it's not as shocking when it falls out. I also discovered a rather interesting fact the other day. Mum's hairdresser told her that when your hair falls out, it can be painful. I thought it just effortlessly disappears one day.
Well, you know what they say - you learn something new everyday!
I came home from school and mum showed me her new hair. To be perfectly honest, it wasn't any different from the hair she has now. It was still the same short, bob-shaped, dark chocolate brunette coloured hair. It comforted me to know that a part of her would remain the same.
She also purchased a rather odd accessory...it was an extra hair piece, a fringe. She bought it so whenever she didn't feel like wearing the wig (wigs can get quite itchy and hot) she could use the fringe under a hat.
Mum got her hair cut short as well so it's not as shocking when it falls out. I also discovered a rather interesting fact the other day. Mum's hairdresser told her that when your hair falls out, it can be painful. I thought it just effortlessly disappears one day.
Well, you know what they say - you learn something new everyday!
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