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Hi there. My name is Alison. I’m 39 years old and (so far) a breast cancer survivor. I live in a small town called Dorking, about 15 miles south of London. Luckily for me, the town is close to the Surrey Hills, and a major bikers’ meeting place - Box Hill. So, most of the time, I’m in seventh heaven. This time last year I had just been diagnosed with breast cancer. My world felt like it fell apart instantly. However, with amazing support from my boyfriend, family and friends, I got through the awful treatment and still managed to smile quite a lot – even when my hair fell out! I never would have imagined that I’d be taking part in this incredible event just one year on. I was teaching at the time when diagnosed but only on a short-term contract, so when the sick pay ran out, I was left in a really difficult position financially. That’s one side effect of cancer that I never bargained for! And, again thanks to family and friends who bailed me out financially, I managed to keep my house and survive on my benefits. Throughout my treatment and since, I used the web site provided by Breast Cancer Care. Often in the small hours of the morning when I felt desperate, tearful and scared, I went onto the forums to talk with other women, particularly young women, who understood my situation. The support got me through some really difficult, emotional times. That’s why I’m so excited to be part of this event – I want to give something back to the organisation and the women who helped me get through. During my treatment last year, I didn’t feel able to ride my bike, my beloved bright red Suzuki Bandit 600. It sat in my garage for nearly 9 months, gathering rust! Now however, its back out and I’m trying to make up for lost time. So, if you’re about in England at the end of August, check on the website, find out where we are on the route, and come and support us – 20 women making a statement about embracing life!
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