Hi everyone 
I’m feeling really excited (and a little emotional) to share something close to my heart—a book I wrote during and after my own cancer journey. It’s called “Mindful Poetic Reflections During & After Cancer”, and it’s a collection of 365 daily reflections, affirmations, and poems—one for each day of the year.
When I was going through treatment, I remember how hard some days felt—how the weight of uncertainty could be overwhelming. I wrote this book as a way to hold on to hope, to remind myself (and now, hopefully others) of the quiet, beautiful things that still exist even in the darkest moments: the rustle of leaves, the warmth of sunlight, the comfort of a loved one’s hand.
Each page is meant to be a gentle companion—a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the present. Whether you’re currently in treatment, healing afterward, or just navigating the emotional landscape of survivorship, I hope these reflections can offer a sense of peace and resilience.
This book isn’t just poetry—it’s a daily embrace. A reminder that you’re not alone, that there’s still beauty around us, and that strength can be found in the smallest moments.
If this speaks to you or someone you know, I’d be honoured if you took a look:
It’s available as an Ebook (Amazon.co.uk) from Amazon.co.uk or Apple Store Books.
Paperback (Amazon.co.uk) is available from Amazon.co.uk
More than anything, I just hope it brings a bit of light into your day. 
With love and solidarity,
Caroline
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Hello @LifeAfter2024 !
What a wonderful note and also what an incredible achievement !! And how nice to share all these written notes with everyone who is interested… words combined are so very powerful… they can be freeing, uplifting, joyful, soothing, healing and so so much more… im more than sure, that you are fully aware of this… in the end you did creat a whole book… a little treasure… very personal emotions and thoughts - shared…
I absolutely love when people are able and use the such beautiful ,complex power of words… i did pass the link already on to my daughter !
I wish you all the best with your book and i can imagine that it will become a sanctuary for many…
Wishing you strength, determination and inner peace …
T
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Thank you so much for your encouragement. It means the world to me and I hope to others too.
Warm wishes to you and your daughter 🩷
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This is amazing @LifeAfter2024
I must pick up a copy. I am at the very very beginning of my breast cancer trip. I say trip as I don’t want to stop here too long.
I cannot wait to get my hands on a copy. Thank you for putting something like this together at times when you must have been searching for hope and beauty. I say this as I had a MRI breast scan today. The only thing going through my mind when that horrid dye was being pumped was the humble crumble apple pie I wanted to devour straight after this appointment. Holding onto positivity impacts us in ways we cannot fathom.
I have started a small journal today myself after @nannabee recommended it to me. It’s amazing how much lighter I feel today having vented on it earlier. Although your reflections are beautiful and uplifting I also find it helpful to shout at a journal in my own private space…
Wishing you all the best
X
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@lifebegun1980 I love how you’ve chosen to call it a “trip” rather than somewhere to stay – such a simple but powerful way of looking at it. And I couldn’t agree more about the apple crumble… sometimes it’s the promise of those small comforts that get us through the toughest moments.
Brilliant that you’ve started journaling. Whether it’s reflective writing, shouting on the page, or just scribbling whatever comes to mind, it all counts. Having a private space that soaks up those thoughts without judgement can feel like such a release.
Wishing you strength as you set out on this trip – and plenty more apple crumbles along the way. You’re definitely not alone in this.
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Wow, that is an amazing thing to do and I know lots of people who join this unwanted but very select club will gain comfort and benefit from your thoughts and words. Wishing you a peaceful and beautiful day x
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Selene I’m so pleased to read you have a journal and you are venting, I don’t think I would ever have slept through my trip ( I love you calling it that)without somewhere to unload each night. Up to you what you do with it later, burn it bin it or hide it away somewhere. I’m currently on my third one (they are rather large) and reading back occasionally I’m amazed at the anger I was letting go of and relieved that I did let it go. I still occasionally write in it and have now started a junk journal where you make pages using scraps of paper, fabric etc (you’ll have to look it up to really see what I mean). I’ve always been into paper craft and I find I can completely loose myself for an hour or two of peace and tranquility, really good for the mind and even two years on I still need and benefit from these stress free times. Please feel free to pm me if you ever want/need anything.
Love and peace to everyone who has got to the end of this “short” message, I do tend to twitter on it’s my age and I don’t care 
xx
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@nannabee Thank you so much for such kind words. It really means a lot to know that what I’ve shared might bring some comfort to others who find themselves on this path. None of us choose to be part of this club (you’re right), but the support, warmth and understanding we can offer one another makes the journey feel that little bit lighter. Wishing you a gentle, peaceful day too x
Dearest @nannabee thank you for recommending it to me, I was actually thinking about being more creative with it and loved what you are doing with the pages and fabric… so creative! I have a creative and artsy side too which I’ve never had time to explore due to basically just lifing, now I ask myself what life if I don’t get to at least try some of the things I’ve always loved and no time like the present.
I am touched by your kind and thoughtful words despite having your own challenges. You can say as much (or as little) as you wish I will still always read them with joy and empathy.
For me it IS a trip. A trip I need to participate in for as long as necessary, if I did not start journaling I would not have been able to put these thoughts in perspective so thank you again.
Sending you the warmest hugs and wishing you a day filled with joy
All my love Selina x
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Thank you @LifeAfter2024
I am sending you warm hugs and wish you a happy and joyful day.
The air is crisp today, the sun is out, just breathing all this in feels different to an otherwise normal day on auto pilot.
Cannot wait to read your poetry (it’s on my Amazon order).
All my love
Selina
X
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Made in memory of my dad. xx
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@nannabee What a special way to honour your dad. A collage holds so many moments, emotions and stories all in one place – I can imagine it must bring both comfort and a few tears. Thank you for sharing such a tender tribute with us, it’s a reminder of the love that never really leaves. Sending you lots of warmth as you cherish those memories.
How beautiful @nannabee and certainly has given me inspiration. I love the collage and the juxtapositions of images… visually says so much without needing captions.
What a beautiful way to honour your father and celebrate him at the same time.
Thank you for sharing this
All my love always
Selina x
