Tag Archives: mastectomy

Three years Ago Tonight….

Posted on January 24, 2011 by francesbarrie

I couldn’t sleep. I called old friends who I hadn’t talked to in a while; just in case. I hugged my kids harder than usual. I stared at my self in the mirror, and tried to imagine how my chest … Continue reading →

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Time to Finish Me

Posted on January 22, 2010 by francesbarrie

I visited my old friend Dr. Plastic this week.  It had been awhile. Except for a brief sighting in the halls of The Brigham last month where I crooned like a fan-girl spotting my favorite rock star before Gina pulled … Continue reading →

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This Time Next Year

Posted on February 13, 2009 by francesbarrie

Tomorrow is my birthday. The fact that it is on Friday the 13th makes me very nervous.  I am considering not leaving my house, which is quite impossible as I have to run a Valentines Day craft in my daughters … Continue reading →

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Look out World

Posted on January 15, 2009 by francesbarrie

My friend Karen is amazing.  She stared down breast cancer 5 years ago and showed it who was boss, had a kidney transplant 4 months ago, works full time, raises 3 kids and has an amazingly positive attitude.  On top … Continue reading →

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