Redrawing the Map

Life has taken me on many adventures, but none has reshaped my path quite like my diagnosis of primary triple negative breast cancer. In just a couple of weeks, I will begin chemotherapy and immunotherapy—a journey I never expected, but one I am facing with the strength I’ve found in my incredible support system. From the expertise of my medical team to the unwavering encouragement of those closest to me, I’m reminded daily that I am not walking this path alone.

I’ve always loved discovery—new places, experiences, and perspectives—and that part of me remains. Cancer may have slowed my pace, but it has not diminished my passion for living fully. Now, alongside treatment, I’m also exploring cancer-friendly hotels and spas within the UK, seeking places that offer comfort, rest, and moments of calm during what is both a challenging and transformative time.

This chapter is about learning to adjust with grace, embracing the power of community, and finding light in unexpected places. I am not defined by a diagnosis—I am still me: curious, hopeful, and committed to discovering joy, even as my journey takes a new and unplanned direction.

  • Hi WeeScottie, 

    Thank you for coming here and sharing your story - you write so beautifully I am sure your post will be an inspiration to many. That diagnosis of primary triple negative breast cancer has inevitably changed your life and made you take a path you would not have chosen but it sounds like you have an incredible support system and the best experts by your side. I hope that the chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments go well in a couple of weeks. This might seem like a little bump in the road but, as you say, none of this will change who you are, your love of discovery, for new places, experiences and perspectives. You seem to be such an interesting person who loves life and lives it to the full and I hope that you continue to do the things you love and enjoy alongside your treatment. It's a good idea to seek those places that offer comfort, rest and moments of calm during this challenging time as well as the company of your friends and loved ones. 

    "Finding light in unexpected places" that is so nicely put and your beautiful words will resonate with many members of our forum. You mentioned embracing the power of community and I just wanted you to know that our Cancer Chat community is always there for you and here you will find some wonderful human beings who, like you, are not defined by their diagnosis. 

    I will let them come and say hello and share their own stories with you and hopefully you will be able to connect on here with kindred spirits who, like you, have also had to redraw the map and re-adjust a little after a cancer diagnosis.  

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator