1961 the year I was born and this year I will be celebrating my 50th birthday and how I've moaned about getting old!
I’m involved with the ball because for 2 of my friends who were also born in 1961 celebrating their 50th birthday has not been possible. Kim Buckley born 25th September 1961 died May 1995 aged 33 leaving behind 4 young children and many grieving family and friends. Vanessa Kempner born 9th July 1961 died April 2008 aged 47 leaving behind 3 beautiful teenage daughters. 1961 was also the year that my friend Jacquie was born to a wonderful lady Mavis who also died of breast cancer in February 1997. These women inspire me to make the most of life and be thankful for each day.
These are the sad stories but I also have so many friends that are in treatment and remission and I give thanks for Agnes, Cath, Philippa. cancer continues to impact on many lives and we need to continue to raise funds to find cures and treatment.
