Sophie's Fight Against Cancer
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Picture this: you’re 24 and you find out you’ve inherited the BRCA Cancer gene and you are diagnosed with breast cancer - pretty heavy, right? At 24 most of us are still discovering what we want to do with our lives. To be dealt the cancer card at such a young age, how would you cope? Sophie has looked at it in an incredibly brave and positive way and has touched everyone around her with her vibrant outlook on life.
Following her diagnosis, she continued working in retail at the popular electronic chain store JB HiFi. Going through treatment for cancer would be enough to halt most people, but not Sophie! Shortly after, she landed her dream job as Regional Merchandiser at St Vinnies Charity Stores. A thrifter at heart, Sophie revelled in the many antique gems and daily finds she came across at Vinnies and has built such a beautiful collection of treasures for her home - a home that is magazine worthy and something most people would only dream of!
Between chemotherapy and radiation starting from 24-25 years of age, a double mastectomy, a hysterectomy and breast reconstructive surgery she continued to work and stayed positive throughout. By the age of 27, there was a light at the end of the tunnel for Sophie - she was given the all clear and was on the road to remission.
In November 2014, Sophie met a true knight in shining armour, Leigh. They’ve enjoyed many trips together, moved into a beautiful home together and created a collection of amazing memories. Life was so perfect! They had so many plans for travel and exciting times ahead. This was until April 2016 when Sophie received some devastating news - her breast cancer had returned, in her bones this time, and there was no treatment plan. She is currently awaiting medical trials as her only hope. With this news she has begun the arduous task of selling off her vintage wares and clothes and relocating to a cheaper residence. Sophie is hoping to free up as much debt as possible, as it is uncertain how much time she has left. Leigh is staying strong by her side and supporting her through this difficult time. He is going though the motions of taking out a personal loan so that they can travel the world together while Sophie is still well enough to do so. Once again he is a true godsend, an absolute gem and an incredibly compassionate man. He will do anything to help Sophie tick off her bucket list, even if it means incurring a debt of his own.
Sophie has always dreamt of travelling the world and visiting amazing places rich in history. With her recent diagnosis this has become more urgent, as it is unknown how much longer she will feel strong enough to do so. The time is now! However, her dreams are currently on hold due to financial constraints. Sophie has concerns about sending Leigh and her family into debt so that she can fulfil her dream to see the world. This is where you come in! We seek your assistance to help this dream become a reality for Sophie and Leigh.
Sophie is an absolute beaming light in our lives, a bubbly, witty, amazingly honest and beautiful human being. She makes life fun and is always there for you when you’re in need. To say we are heartbroken to imagine a world without her is an understatement. Our eyes well up every day thinking of that future. So please, if you believe in love and life, help give cancer a positive spin by supporting this beautiful person fulfil her dream of living life to it’s absolute fullest for as long as she has on this earth.
Much love, Sophie's friends and family xx
Following her diagnosis, she continued working in retail at the popular electronic chain store JB HiFi. Going through treatment for cancer would be enough to halt most people, but not Sophie! Shortly after, she landed her dream job as Regional Merchandiser at St Vinnies Charity Stores. A thrifter at heart, Sophie revelled in the many antique gems and daily finds she came across at Vinnies and has built such a beautiful collection of treasures for her home - a home that is magazine worthy and something most people would only dream of!
Between chemotherapy and radiation starting from 24-25 years of age, a double mastectomy, a hysterectomy and breast reconstructive surgery she continued to work and stayed positive throughout. By the age of 27, there was a light at the end of the tunnel for Sophie - she was given the all clear and was on the road to remission.
In November 2014, Sophie met a true knight in shining armour, Leigh. They’ve enjoyed many trips together, moved into a beautiful home together and created a collection of amazing memories. Life was so perfect! They had so many plans for travel and exciting times ahead. This was until April 2016 when Sophie received some devastating news - her breast cancer had returned, in her bones this time, and there was no treatment plan. She is currently awaiting medical trials as her only hope. With this news she has begun the arduous task of selling off her vintage wares and clothes and relocating to a cheaper residence. Sophie is hoping to free up as much debt as possible, as it is uncertain how much time she has left. Leigh is staying strong by her side and supporting her through this difficult time. He is going though the motions of taking out a personal loan so that they can travel the world together while Sophie is still well enough to do so. Once again he is a true godsend, an absolute gem and an incredibly compassionate man. He will do anything to help Sophie tick off her bucket list, even if it means incurring a debt of his own.
Sophie has always dreamt of travelling the world and visiting amazing places rich in history. With her recent diagnosis this has become more urgent, as it is unknown how much longer she will feel strong enough to do so. The time is now! However, her dreams are currently on hold due to financial constraints. Sophie has concerns about sending Leigh and her family into debt so that she can fulfil her dream to see the world. This is where you come in! We seek your assistance to help this dream become a reality for Sophie and Leigh.
Sophie is an absolute beaming light in our lives, a bubbly, witty, amazingly honest and beautiful human being. She makes life fun and is always there for you when you’re in need. To say we are heartbroken to imagine a world without her is an understatement. Our eyes well up every day thinking of that future. So please, if you believe in love and life, help give cancer a positive spin by supporting this beautiful person fulfil her dream of living life to it’s absolute fullest for as long as she has on this earth.
Much love, Sophie's friends and family xx
Organizer
Rachel Keaveny
Organizer
Coorparoo QLD
