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1/29/2015

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 I was feeling a little lost. I don’t have any treatments lined up or a Doctor’s appointment for 2 months. Assuming all is well and nothing sinister pops up. It should sound delightful, only the regular visits and checkups gave me a sense of security. Is it odd that I will miss them?  

Being diagnosed with cancer has given me the opportunity to reflect, take stock and re-evaluate life in a way that I don’t otherwise think would be attainable.  It strips away everything, at least momentarily, exposing those core things in life that are invariably the only things that really matter.  That’s quite liberating, it’s like having some of life’s shackles removed. I am more open, I definitely wouldn't have poured my heart out to an internet web page or people like I do now. I've been on the receiving end of more kindness than most people will ever experience and I feel more comfortable in reciprocating it.

Whilst reflecting, I keep thinking back to my travels. There are some people I think about almost daily; people who barely even know me or actually don’t even know me, but our lives passed at some point and their stories resonated with me.  I recently began reading through my old journals from my development worker days in Africa and it inspired me to start writing them up.  I suppose I would like to share their stories with others as they may never have the opportunity to share it themselves. It also reminds me how fortunate I am, sat here with access to wonderful medical care, food, water and a world full of possibilities. 

I am surrounded by folders full of emails and letters sent back from Zimbabwe.  I plan to write up a section per week and share on here.  I will put my time in Limbo Land to use. 

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Nell
1/29/2015 05:33:09 pm

Hey Sarah- watching from afar ive seen what a brave lady you have been over the last few months. On reading your last post I wanted to write. I really feel you have a talent for writing - so honest and open! A real talent you should consider taking beyond a blog (book maybe?), not that you must have much time with your cutie munchkins. Your blog has really helped me supporting someone I love who is going through similar now as such I felt compelled to write. Although we only overlapped for a couple of yrs at Broadland High it was all fond memories I have. Do you remember our fun n frolics filming that horse video (was it about bullying?!) with tomato ketchup? Funny times! Anyhoo, all i really wanted to say was thank you for giving me insight into what my loved one is going through. Exciting times ahead for you and your cutie family! Big hugs from snowy Scotland! Xx

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Sarah
2/1/2015 01:31:34 pm

Hi Nell - Lovely to hear from you although I'm sorry to hear you have a loved one going through something similar. Part of me feels it is even harder being the loving supporter. I've seen how hard it's been on my family especially my sister. Glad my ramblings can help even a little and I hope your loved one is on the mend. I too remember you fondly, although I had completely forgotten about our amazing anti bullying video until you mentioned it. Feel it is quite impressive we managed to incorporate your horse and ketchup! Remember we were taking action shots falling off and then there was one where I was hobbling along a country road. Most bizarre anti bullying video ever. Thank you for leaving a message. Lots of love back to you and snowy Scotland xx

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2/27/2020 06:32:04 am

If you did not mention that you were diagnosed with cancer, I wouldn't noticed it because you were so playful. That's the kid of spirit we want to possess. You are such a strong person for overcoming the fears of cancer. If that was me, I am sure that I will not be able to do it because I am kind of coward when it comes to things like this. But in your case, you are facing it with a brave heart. I am sure that God is always here to listen to there desires of our hearts.

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    My name is Sarah. I'm a Mummy to two scrummy girls, wife to one Scottish DIY enthusiast, writer, traveller, animal lover, and cake baker who is also puddle jumping her way through a journey with hodgkin lymphoma.

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