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Wings of Hope latest Newsletter recapping the successes of 2008, as well as plans for 2009 is now online.

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Two more great testimontials demonstrating how Wings of Hope provides such great support:

Kathleen,

We've not met, but I feel connected to you none the less. I am a grateful participant of the Fall 2008 Breast Cancer Supportive Care breast cancer recovery group and want you to know that I'm still resting on the wings of hope you have made possible in my life. One loses so much to breast cancer - body parts, self control, well-being, laughter - and the losses are so complete, that it is hard to believe you will recover. It is hard to hope.

But, thanks to the group and some life style changes (so far, I've lost over 60 pounds), I literally hardly recognize myself today. I can honestly say I have never felt better, never been healthier, never had so much hope. Two simple words - THANK YOU - don't seem to capture my full appreciation, but they are sent sincerely.

At the last meeting of our course, all participants wanted to do something special for Ardythe, Carol, Elu and Louise, so I wrote the following words and presented them to the four ladies with a plaque from all of us. It's my hope that by sharing these words with Wings of Hope, you will come to understand the depth of gratitude we hold for your financial support.

"Ardythe, Carol, Elu and Louise:

Everyone knows that words are important. Some rendition of 'you have breast cancer' delivered by our doctors are four words that changed us, forever. But, thanks to this group, those words do not sting like they once did.

This course has added new words to our vocabulary: attentive walking, memory box, team helpful, recovery, to name a few. How can we thank you?

First of all, we want to say we know we are very fortunate. We know there are many women who need this opportunity but will never find it. And we know this is troubling to you, too. So we want you to know that the work you have done, the many, many wise words that you've glued together, for our sakes, will not be wasted. We are stronger and now capable of giving back to the breast cancer community because of your words, your teaching, the binder, assignments, journalling and fellowship we've shared.

Next, we're asking you to remember this day when the work gets too much. Should you ever wonder if it's worth it, please recall these words that try to express what this group has meant to each of us. To make it easier to remember our words of gratitude, we've placed them on this plaque and present them to you."

The plaque we presented to Ardythe, Carol, Elu and Louise contain one or two words from every participant. The words are courage, help, gratitude, soul searching, calm, peace, thankfulness, communion, hope, understanding and discovery".

Noel Foggo-Lamoureux

To the wonderful people at Wings of Hope,

Sistership would like to thank you for your contribution in helping us buy our tent. The tent will be used at major public events like the Run for the Cure or Relay for Life. Any outdoor community events where it will make us more visible to those trying to find us. Also those who want to find out more about Sistership to consider joining us. We will be taking the tent to paddling events across Canada where it will provide shelter for our members from sun or rain. The walls of this tent will provide privacy when needed. Both of our logos displayed on the tent is a proud testament of our partnership over the years. We are grateful for your continued support.

With Sincere Gratitude,

Charlene Waldal
President
Sistership Dragonboat Association