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Hello. I’m Al. I was diagnosed with colon cancer in December on 2022, had surgery and chemotherapy. I’ve been free of cancer for 15 months. I’m 81 and really don’t have any daily contacts and feel somewhat isolated.
Hi everyone!! I’m Jet. I was a caregiver for my aunt several years ago, and I now work within the cancer community. I absolutely love the community we have with happy feet! <3
Hi. Everyone. I am Beth. I was diagnosed with Breast cancer. Had surgery and radation in february 2022. Good to see Al. We do the vsa Coffee connect and Cupa Joe online together sometimes. Happy feet is the best. I anm so grateful for the program and everthing that Jen does. This community is the best. Can’t wait until Sunday.
Hello everyone! I’m Rachel, 46 year old mother of two and wife of one fabulous man. I was diagnosed with stage iii breast cancer in 2018. It came back and spread to my lung in 2023. I’m back in treatment and pretty fatigued, nauseous, etc. Looking forward to building some connections and kicking this thing’s butt (again!).
Hello!! I’m Talia, I am currently an intern at Cancer Bridges and excited to join the Happy Feet community! I am a senior at Pitt getting my bachelor’s in social work and on the women’s lacrosse team. I can’t wait to get involved and meet you all! Please reach out anytime if you want to chat or need some extra motivation and encouragement.
Good afternoon! I’m Denise. I was diagnosed with Colon Cancer in January, 2018. I have had 3 surgeries, many rounds of chemo, and numerous scans and blood tests. This is my second time joining Happy Feet – it is a great program. I participate with as many Cancer Bridges support programs as I can. I’m currently a member of the Daily Dose of Exercise and the Gastrointestinal Cancer Support Group. I also volunteer with Cancer Bridges Children’s Programming. Cancer Bridges has so many great staff, programs and volunteers. I am very grateful to be a member. I’m looking forward to the next 7 weeks to get me back on the good health track. Take care everyone!
Hi. I am Janine and was diagnosed 1/3/2024 with glioblastoma grade 4. Had surgery 11/16/24 to remove tumor. I had 30 days of radiation and initial 42 days chemo pills. Then 6 began 6 months of chemo. My MRIs and blood work have been clear so far. October will be my 6th cycle and then MRI every 2 months to watch. I am so glad to have all of the programs with cancer bridges. Not sure I would have been able to get through without yoga, exercise and groups.
Hello everyone! I’m Judy. I am 62. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011, had bilateral mastectomy and chemo. In 2018 I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma and I had a stem cell transplant and maintenance chemo. In November of 2023 I was diagnosed with non small cell lung cancer and had a right lower lobectomy. They were able to remove all of the cancer and I am currently on a targeted therapy to prevent recurrence. I have become too sedentary and I am thrilled to have found this program. I am very hopeful that it will help motivate me and get me moving!! I’m glad to meet you all.
Good afternoon, I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer July 2023 and had surgery in late August that year. It was followed by Chemotherapy and radiation. I am now on Anstrosole for ten years. I developed Breast Lymphedoma, which I managed with the help of a therapist and now with compression and massage. I also have osteoporosis and degenerative disk disease in my lower back. This is my second Happy Feet. I am looking forward to participating and engaging on a weekly basis.
Good morning, everyone! My name is Adeline Farrington, and I am a Researcher in Health and Fitness at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. I will be leading most of the exercise sessions with you all, and I am super excited to be here. I just completed my Master’s in Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of Pittsburgh (H2P!) and went to the University of Louisville for my undergraduate degree. I can’t wait to learn more about each of you and help lead this journey!
Hi all! I’m Pat. I’ll be 66 very shortly. Diagnosed with ER+ breast cancer in May 2023; surgery (bilateral total) in mid-July. Started on anastrozole in mid-August so didn’t get much chance to enjoy the lightness of my new body before the exhaustion kicked in. I’m attempting to take the cancer diagnosis as an occasion/excuse to double down on wellness practices.
I joined Cancer Bridges in July of last year, a week before my surgery. Amazing support (thanks Jen! among many others), and I’m very grateful to the wonderful staff, volunteers, contributors/benefactors, and other members. This is my 2nd Happy Feet.
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On 9/11/01 I had my first thyroid iodine scan. Saw the south tower collapse from hospital ER while waiting to ingest the tracer. This was in San Jose; I was still working as an engineer at the time. Grew up in Yonkers NY. As of last month, I’ve been 15 years in Pittsburgh, loosely associated with Pitt’s HPS department and Center for Philosophy of Science.Good morning, everyone! I’m Cara, the third part of the trifecta of Melanie’s team. My background is in psychology and clinical research. I’m originally from South Florida, but my Dad is from the area, so I was raised a Pittsburgh sports fan and I’ve been in Pittsburgh for a decade now (and if you need someone to talk to about the Pens, I’m your girl!). I’m looking forward to meeting you and all learning about your experiences and perspectives.
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