As some of you may know cancer is something I’m quite passionate about and
have mentioned a few times on this blog, but today makes the observance of the
10th Annual Mesothelioma Awareness Day.
There are some things you shouldn’t miss. Yet every day cancer robs someone
of these precious moments. Mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelial cells.
These cells cover the outer surface of most of our internal body organs, forming
a lining that is sometimes called the mesothelium.
By far the main cause of mesothelioma is exposure to asbestos. When we think
of asbestos, we tend to think of old swimming pool centres and old sheds. We
tend not to think about what it is or how it can harm us. Your risk is greater
if you were exposed to large amounts of it from an early age for a long period
of time. However some people say they have no history of an heavy exposure to
asbestos.
This year 10,000 Americans will die of asbestos related diseases such as lung
cancer and mesothelioma and 200,000 will be living with asbestos. Alarmingly
this product is still not banned in the US putting thousands at risk, over
something that is preventable.
Mesothelioma commonly sits dormant in the body to 20-50 years after initial
exposure to asbestos. Up to 3,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed each
year.
The key to surviving mesothelioma for the longest time possible is to catch
the disease when it’s in the earliest stages of onset. You can’t catch it early unless you have a mesothelioma diagnosis. And the
only way you can get one of those is if you see a mesothelioma doctor. For more information please see http://www.mesothelioma.com/
I hope you have found this post useful and can join me in supporting a
fantastic cause.
Hi everyone, This is a little late, but I wanted to share this with you anyway because it happens every year. To be honest I have ever heard of this event before and I really didn't know what to expect. So when I got the invitation to go, I was a little hesitant... but I am so glad I went. The House Festival is a one day outdoor event taking place at Marble Hill House in Richmond.
I have not been to many festivals but I imagined extortionate prices for food and drinks and any extras, however I was pleasantly surprised to find it was all FREE! Once inside the Festival all your food, drink and entertainment is included. Marble Hill House's grounds were be filled with market stalls offering a summer feast including oysters, lobsters, hog roast and homemade pizzas, and there were be plenty of bars.
Needless to say everyone was in a jolly mood, but they were so fun and friendly - people would just talk to you, just to be nice. The sun were shining and line up was pretty cool, with likes of Dizzee Rascal, Jake Bugg, Paloma Faith, Sam Smith, Kelis and more!
This festival seemed quite clean and slightly more 'up market' then the muddy skankiness of Glastonbury, even the toilets clean and well presented. There are plenty places is sit, chill and enjoy, so no need to stand around until your feet hurt..
The money raised from the House Festival go towards the English Heritage Foundation which helps with the maintenance and upkeep of Marble Hill. The money also goes to the War Child charity; which helps to support vulnerable children whose lives had been torn apart by war. Tickets for this event tend to sell out rapidly, so keep you eyes peeled for next year.
Couldn't help myself - got to love props! Take Care.
Hi everyone, With a new year everyone tends to make goals and targets of things they would like to achieve, one of the most common things people want to improve is Health and Fitness. Goals are something I tend to do throughout the year anyway, but over the Christmas I admit my eyes were far bigger then my belly. For the most part I a very happy with my weight/body and I don't really have the discipline to stick to a strict diet. For me looking good is all nice and well but being healthy is my main priority. So my goal is to tone up a bit and strengthen my core. Making exercise a habit not occasion. A lot of you guys have probably already heard of Blogilates, Cassey Ho is one favourite fitness influencers. What I really like is her session aren't necessary long, but they are effective. And if you sign up to her Website she make these amazing monthly workout plans - she will make you sweat hard. Plus she has really bubbly friendly personality that give you an instant connection. I will do a before and after, but for now here is one of my current favourite videos.
On the topic of health and fitness, I've noticed sportswear is really starting to fashionable these days. So now you don't have to look a complete hot mess lol. Take care x
Can you believe its the end of the year already? It is no longer 2013!
Before I get into the that; I'd just like to say hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, full of family, friends and joy.
I was planning on doing a few Christmas posts, I even typed them out, but I really didn't feel like it. I was trying to feel Christmasy and get into the spirit of things but it just wasn't happening, it just felt like something was missing. Don't get me wrong getting involved with charities and stuff helped but *sigh*. Of course that is not to say I had a bad Christmas; indeed food was cooked, people gathered and a few gifts were exchanged. Yes, I'm thankful and grateful for everything I have but it all just felt hollow. I think that is why I didn't post those Christmas entries, if I'm not feeling it what is the point - got to honest right? That feeling has also carry through to now, the last day of 2013.
Hmm... kind of depressing I know, are any of you guys feeling this way? Or are you completely the opposite, has this Christmas and New Years been amazingly fantastic for you?
OK so what of 2013? Well, it hasn't been my best year in terms of achievement but on reflection I'd say its been a year of strength. Throughout this year there have been knocks, disappointments and tears but despite all those things putting me down, making me feel worthless and like giving up. I'm here! Thanks be to God.
I feel incredibly secure giving the Lord thanks and praise, I know everything will be alright and there is plan in motion. Sometimes things happen and I find myself asking why? I'm trying my best to do the right things so why is this happening? I try help and support everyone why do they choose to hurt me? But I have to have faith that God is good and wouldn't give me anything that I could not handle, and only has the best intentions for me.
So I look to 2014 standing strong motivated that better is yet to come. The trials and tribulations in 2013 and 2012 are just bruises and scars of a battle that God won. I pray for patience a revived attitude, continue to bless me that I may be a blessing to others.
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 1 Peter 5:6-7
So with that said I wish you all the best for 2014, may it be full success, victory and a breakthrough, in Jesus name. Amen.
