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One hundred and one (101) survivors participated in the fourth annual LBC weekend retreat held in December 2003. Here are some quotes from their experiences:
"We were inundated with information. The opportunity to learn about all that is available to cancer survivors was endless ... I plan to start a support group at my church of 17,000 when I return home."
"This retreat was so affirming for me. I have ventured into the world of advocacy work since my first visit to LBC II. It has been a journey. Here, I got such a positive response to my program and efforts; it was quite overwhelming. You do this work in such small steps that sometimes we forget to stop and look how far we've come. LBC has been such a guiding light for me, both personally and as an advocate."
"I came away from this weekend excited about starting at the grassroots level some ideas to empower Hispanic low income women diagnosed with breast cancer to better manage their life through the support of other women ... Thank you Partners in Wellness for making this possible - a dream fulfilled."
"This has been a remarkable retreat for me in so many ways. I can't put into words what it has been like to be with so many courageous women. This became a safe place for me to deal with my cancer, my fears, and the future."
"This experience has changed me in such a powerful way. I leave Miraval inspired by those women I've been with these past days, standing taller with a renewed spirit and ready to give back to other cancer survivors in my community. I wish they all had this chance to hbe here. Thank you so much."
"The panesl and speakers that demonstrated what they did for the community were packed with ideas and wonderful insight to the personal work it takes to bring a helpful project to fruition. Thank you for sponsoring this donverence. It works in all ways."
"The knowledge gained in the lectures, the camaradierie experienced in bonding with other cancer survivors, the beautiful environment and generosity of the Miraval Spa/Resort, the delicious food -- all were nurishing to mind and body. Thank you so much for the opportunity for me to attend this retreat."
LIFE BEYOND CANCER 2003
