May 8, 2014
by Lorraine
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My Mother’s Day gift five years ago was my stem cell transplant. I spent a lot of time watching spring unfold outside, longing to leave my hospital room and be done with it. In my mind, I imagined myself as … Continue reading
May 7, 2012
by Lorraine
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We had sunny weather and our largest team ever in High Park yesterday for our walk for Multiple Myeloma research at Princess Margaret Hospital! Even my doctor from Princess Margaret, Dr. Trudel, joined us. She commented on how many friends … Continue reading
January 8, 2012
by Lorraine
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Something so mundane – and yet it makes me feel accomplished and fulfilled. Just being able to pick up my daughter in the stroller and being strong enough to push her home. Even able to stop and pick up some … Continue reading
July 31, 2010
by Lorraine
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Myeloma research is now benefitting not only myeloma patients but many other cancer patients as well. Media release following ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology) quotes Dr. Brian Durie, chair and co-founder of the International Myeloma Foundation, ” We believe … Continue reading
October 19, 2009
by Lorraine
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Dear Team, What a day! Wow, I had no idea when I started this that it would be so moving, so much work (!!) and yet so much fun. Thank you to each and every one of you for making … Continue reading
October 6, 2009
by Lorraine
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Dear Friends and Family, First the good news: my doctors at Princess Margaret Hospital have told me I am in ‘near complete remission’, which might be upgraded to complete remission once a few more tests are run. This visit to … Continue reading