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  On 6 May 2021 In 13thirty Cancer Connect Tags Cancer, community, diagnosis, Journey, peer support, relationships, social, story, teens and young adults

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  13thirty Threads: I am Still Here

  I am Still Here  – Vicki Ties It Together 13thirty member, Kelly (Hodgkin’s lymphoma) reflects on how her relationships changed after her diagnosis. From the moment you learn you have cancer, your life changes and so do the relationships surrounding you. There will be those that rally around you cheering you on, offering their kindness, and showing their support. Unfortunately, there will be those that run away, hide, become distant, […]

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  On 1 April 2021 In 13thirty Cancer Connect, AYA Story, Inspirational, Mission Tags 13thirty Cancer Connect, cancer journey, community, diagnosis, peer support, story, teens and young adults

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  13thirty Threads: Life Was Perfect

  Life Was Perfect – Vicki Ties It Together 13thirty member, Emily (Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia) reflects on her life before her diagnosis. “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” – Maya Angelou Think about that……the moments that take our breath away. Throughout our lives, Ms. Angelou’s words resonate with each of us in vastly different ways. For those […]

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  On 4 March 2021 In 13thirty Cancer Connect, AYA Story, Inspirational, Mission Tags 13thirty Cancer Connect, cancer journey, community, diagnosis, peer support, story, teens and young adults

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  13thirty Threads: The Diagnosis

  The Diagnosis – Vicki Ties It Together 13thirty member, Serena (Ewing’s sarcoma) reflects on the moment she found out her diagnosis. You have cancer…and, just like that, you are instantly part of a “club” that you would have never signed up for if given the choice. Your life is changed in an instant.  I remember the day like it was yesterday. It felt as though I was under water. The […]