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Good for you on starting your own support group! I used to be creative about things like that but I'm drawing a blank. You could use the name of your town. See, it's been awhile. Let me think on it for awhile. Since the symbol for b/c is the pink ribbon - maybe the pink ribbon gang, or group. Sorry, it's just not happening. Good luck with your group, I hope it's a great success.
Gentle Hugs,
Donna0 -
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Just doing some stream of conscious... I assume that you are somewhat out there i.e. rural if you are 45 minutes from a support group. Outer limits? Rural warriors?
Maureen0 -
AMAZONS!
First of all, Chetra, congratulations on your great idea for a project and best wishes for making it work. You are obviously a strong, brave woman - deserving of the name Amazon.
Today, the term "Amazon" suggests a number of things - not all of them positive. But to the ancient Greeks, the Amazons were a matriarchal tribe of fierce warriors who kicked (shall I say) a55. The name itself means "without a breast" because supposedly the Amazons cut off their right breasts so they would be better archers. Granted, the Amazons lose more battles than they win in Greek mythology, but I think that's because Greek mythology was written down by Greek men, not Greek women. It's worth noting that Hercules and his army defeated the Amazons not by fighting fair, but by Hercules seducing their queen!
Regardless of the diagnosis or treatment, I couldn't think of a single BC survivor here that would not fit in with the a55 kicking Amazons of ancient Greek times. Not because of archery skills, but in physical endurance, mental toughness, and the will not just to survive - but to win. As for what a guy BC survivor might think, you might ask Bill.S, who will always tell you what he thinks. But speaking just as a guy, if one of the brave, strong modern-day warriors on this board were ever to think of me as an honorary Amazon I myself would be proud as hell.
Best,
Joe0 -
Mr Joseph...Aortus said:AMAZONS!
First of all, Chetra, congratulations on your great idea for a project and best wishes for making it work. You are obviously a strong, brave woman - deserving of the name Amazon.
Today, the term "Amazon" suggests a number of things - not all of them positive. But to the ancient Greeks, the Amazons were a matriarchal tribe of fierce warriors who kicked (shall I say) a55. The name itself means "without a breast" because supposedly the Amazons cut off their right breasts so they would be better archers. Granted, the Amazons lose more battles than they win in Greek mythology, but I think that's because Greek mythology was written down by Greek men, not Greek women. It's worth noting that Hercules and his army defeated the Amazons not by fighting fair, but by Hercules seducing their queen!
Regardless of the diagnosis or treatment, I couldn't think of a single BC survivor here that would not fit in with the a55 kicking Amazons of ancient Greek times. Not because of archery skills, but in physical endurance, mental toughness, and the will not just to survive - but to win. As for what a guy BC survivor might think, you might ask Bill.S, who will always tell you what he thinks. But speaking just as a guy, if one of the brave, strong modern-day warriors on this board were ever to think of me as an honorary Amazon I myself would be proud as hell.
Best,
Joe
One question.. What about the left-handed ones? Hugs Jxx0 -
I think amazonsAortus said:AMAZONS!
First of all, Chetra, congratulations on your great idea for a project and best wishes for making it work. You are obviously a strong, brave woman - deserving of the name Amazon.
Today, the term "Amazon" suggests a number of things - not all of them positive. But to the ancient Greeks, the Amazons were a matriarchal tribe of fierce warriors who kicked (shall I say) a55. The name itself means "without a breast" because supposedly the Amazons cut off their right breasts so they would be better archers. Granted, the Amazons lose more battles than they win in Greek mythology, but I think that's because Greek mythology was written down by Greek men, not Greek women. It's worth noting that Hercules and his army defeated the Amazons not by fighting fair, but by Hercules seducing their queen!
Regardless of the diagnosis or treatment, I couldn't think of a single BC survivor here that would not fit in with the a55 kicking Amazons of ancient Greek times. Not because of archery skills, but in physical endurance, mental toughness, and the will not just to survive - but to win. As for what a guy BC survivor might think, you might ask Bill.S, who will always tell you what he thinks. But speaking just as a guy, if one of the brave, strong modern-day warriors on this board were ever to think of me as an honorary Amazon I myself would be proud as hell.
Best,
Joe
is a fitting name for us fierce warriors here. And i already think of you as a honarary amazon!!
jackie0 -
Amazons! Love it!Aortus said:AMAZONS!
First of all, Chetra, congratulations on your great idea for a project and best wishes for making it work. You are obviously a strong, brave woman - deserving of the name Amazon.
Today, the term "Amazon" suggests a number of things - not all of them positive. But to the ancient Greeks, the Amazons were a matriarchal tribe of fierce warriors who kicked (shall I say) a55. The name itself means "without a breast" because supposedly the Amazons cut off their right breasts so they would be better archers. Granted, the Amazons lose more battles than they win in Greek mythology, but I think that's because Greek mythology was written down by Greek men, not Greek women. It's worth noting that Hercules and his army defeated the Amazons not by fighting fair, but by Hercules seducing their queen!
Regardless of the diagnosis or treatment, I couldn't think of a single BC survivor here that would not fit in with the a55 kicking Amazons of ancient Greek times. Not because of archery skills, but in physical endurance, mental toughness, and the will not just to survive - but to win. As for what a guy BC survivor might think, you might ask Bill.S, who will always tell you what he thinks. But speaking just as a guy, if one of the brave, strong modern-day warriors on this board were ever to think of me as an honorary Amazon I myself would be proud as hell.
Best,
Joe
Joe, you are almost TOO intelligent! (Not really... no such thing as TOO smart!) I'm wondering if you're a teacher/professor? :-)
Kind regards, Susan0 -
Good one!Wibby said:Bosom Buddies?
How about Bosom buddies? I go to a support group without a name, but it is helpful anyway. Good for you for starting one!
Libby
Hi, Libby. Clever, clever - Bosom Buddies!
Kind regards, Susan0 -
tasha_111 - You are...tasha_111 said:Mr Joseph...
One question.. What about the left-handed ones? Hugs Jxx
... almost TOO funny! (Not really... no such thing as TOO funny...)
Kind regards, Susan0 -
Right vs. Left? Weird BC factoid...Christmas Girl said:tasha_111 - You are...
... almost TOO funny! (Not really... no such thing as TOO funny...)
Kind regards, Susan
My med onc told me that the vast majority of breast cancer occurs on the right side (backs up the Amazon thing). However, when it does occur on the left side - the vast majority of those patients are left-handed. They - the med pros - have no real idea as to why this is so; but, of course, do suspect some sort of correlation.
I'm full of useless information, aren't I?
Kind regards, Susan
P.S.: My med onc is most certainly NOT FUNNY, at all. Very serious guy...0 -
Yet another example...tasha_111 said:Carcinoma Kids?
I stole that one off soccerfreaks LOL
LOL! :-)
Kind regards, Susan0 -
Yet another good one!cruf said:Breast Friends
How about Breast Friends! HUGS!! Cathy
Hey, Cathy - Breast Friends! LOL!!!
So many clever people here... I'm really impressed!
Kind regards, Susan0 -
Ok, my first bc was on myChristmas Girl said:Right vs. Left? Weird BC factoid...
My med onc told me that the vast majority of breast cancer occurs on the right side (backs up the Amazon thing). However, when it does occur on the left side - the vast majority of those patients are left-handed. They - the med pros - have no real idea as to why this is so; but, of course, do suspect some sort of correlation.
I'm full of useless information, aren't I?
Kind regards, Susan
P.S.: My med onc is most certainly NOT FUNNY, at all. Very serious guy...
Ok, my first bc was on my left side and I am right handed. The NEW cancer, the second one, that I am dealing with now 23 years later is on my right side...FYI
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Turquoise Troops!!!!!!!!Jeanne D said:How about the pink ribbons,
How about the pink ribbons, or the pink ladies, or the pinkettes, or the pink ones or pinkies...you get the idea lol
Bugger all that pink stuff..........Turquoise is the colour!!!!!!!!!! Yeah.........go go go!!!!!!!!0 -
How's your new job?tasha_111 said:Turquoise Troops!!!!!!!!
Bugger all that pink stuff..........Turquoise is the colour!!!!!!!!!! Yeah.........go go go!!!!!!!!
tasha,
How's your new job going?
Love,Patty0 -
JOBoutdoorgirl said:How's your new job?
tasha,
How's your new job going?
Love,Patty
Hey she phoned me tonight, I start Friday!!!!!!!! I am so nervous but really looking forward to it. I did a small job yesterday, first since treatment and I found it hilariously Ironic. This lovely old guy wanted me to plant 6 shrubs in his front garden, he knew what he wanted.........YEWS...I tried to get him onto Cotoneaster or ANYTHING but YEW, but NO, Yew it was. Ironic eh?.. (Yew Latin name = Taxus. =Taxol/taxotare derived from) I just can't escape it can I??????? LOLOL0
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