If I am honest I have no idea how to start this post.. Normally I try to come up with something nice or special but today my mind is a little bit blank. It's a Tuesday, I have had a lovely sleep in, I am sitting by the fire, and just like yesterday I am feeling content.
For those who do not know, this above is my beautiful mother Sarah. My mum is the one who has raised me, and I couldn't be prouder to have her in my life. Mum is a giver, she is kind, loving, generous and most importantly happy. Mum is the most positive person I have ever met, and I am honoured to be her daughter. 3 years ago mum was diagnosed with breast cancer; we saw rough times but she came through it as a survivor. Unfortunately cancer is one of those things you can never be quite certain about, and in November 2014 mum was once again diagnosed with metastatic cancer. This means her breast cancer has spread to her lungs and more recently her brain. So far treatment for her lungs has not been successful but mainly as infection and allergic reactions have gotten in the way. Currently mum is undergoing radiation on her brain to relieve pressure and a new chemo plan is underway.
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It's now Wednesday night and obviously I didn't quite finish the post yesterday. I just feel like I want to do it justice and yesterday I wouldn't have.
Anyway... Over the last few days I have seen mum be extremely brave with hospital visits and radiation. Radiation seems like a really overwhemling experience and I am really proud of how she is coping as I know I could not do the same.
She is doing much better than expected as she is not on oxygen or having to be carted around in a wheelchair, although both are available for her. I truly believe mum is being as strong as she is, because of her positive mindset. I feel like suffering through something like this with a positive mind must be helpful. She also has so much to live and be healthy for... Family, herself and her friends which leads me to Sunday afternoon.
On Sunday afternoon a high tea, fashion show and auction was held to raise funds for our family - especially to create moments to remember and make things easier for mum. Tickets sold like hotcakes and the support from everyone was incredible.
A small group of amazing people got the whole thing off the ground, but once it was known about so many more people stepped in to help wherever they could.
Tickets and posters were designed, made and printed, food was organised, decorating planned, auction lots organised and prepared. So much work went into it, and I can not thank people enough for being so generous.
The day was fantastic. I don't know what else to say really. It was just absolutely mind blowing. Hundreds of people came and enjoyed, laughed and cried. Turning up and seeing people lining up the door was seriously overwhemlming. I know mum had a cry, and if I had really taken a moment away from stressing I am sure I would have too. People looked beautiful, the place looked beautiful and wow it was just gorgeous. I'll share a few photos so if you werent there you can understand the extent of this wonderful event.
So much effort was put in it was amazing.
All lovely ladies.
Mother duck eating the delicious scones.
My older brother Nathan and his gorgeous girlfriend Fiona. It was so lovely to share the afternoon with them.
More Favourites.
I kind of want this in my house! I LOVE IT!!!
Little one. This dress has a story though. On Saturday I took Lil shopping, and oh my goodness what a fiasco. As it is the change of season there were not many dresses around, therefore this causes many problems. I was running out of patience and Lillian was beyond sick of the shopping trip. Finally Pumpkin Patch was our saviour when I can across this wee dress. Me being a girly girl immediately liked it but Lillian was determined to hate it. "It's disgusting, I will never wear such a thing." "It's not my style, I won't wear it I promise I won't." I was in despair and completely stressed, so rang mum hoping she would change her mind. She didn't but I decided to get the dress anyway and find cute accessories to go along with it. After making sure Lillian knew I was disappointed I drove us home and as soon as she got in the door she said "I actually really like it now, I have changed my mind."
Wow the pleasures of 7 year olds. Anyway she looked gorgeous and behaved well so I was very impressed with miss sassy.
Mother and I in our Trelise Cooper dresses (;
mmmm...
Mum and her beautiful friend Mel.
Thanks to the Lovely Lisa she came up with the idea of shirtless waiters. Of course they were a major hit with the ladies, taking sneaky photos and asking for selfies with the hot bods. Definitely a great idea, and many peoples highlights - including my own.
What a great sport. Steve brought out his guns and served some tea for a while.
Sandhu and I.
Inbetween the high tea and auction Sandhu and I decided to get some fresh air, which gave us time to have a little photoshoot.
Overall the High tea was a huge success. The food was yummy, the waiters were yummier, the atmosphere was out of this world and the love and support was felt through the room. Thank you so much to everyone for organising such an incredible event. It was a fantastic time to catch up with friends and family and share the love.
AUCTION:
Unfortunately I didn't take too many photos at the auction; probably because Sandhu literally had to hold my hands down, as I was so overwhelmed and slightly panicked by the whole thing. The Auction was so intense and crazy and I had so much fun. There were around 30 lots, all with amazing things up for grabs. There were things like car rides, helicopter rides, labour, jewellery, and about a million other awesome things. The thing that really got me though was the money spent. People had so much fun bidding I think they must have been mad. One man bought so much his wife dragged him out by the hair at half time. I was just sitting there trying not to scream out "put your money away!"
For us it has never ever been about the money, I always actually got angry when I heard about things as I just couldnt believe people could be so generous. It really just shows the love people have for mum, it's amazing this community, and I couldnt be more grateful as Sarah's daughter.
Another sensational thing that took place was Sandy and Andy shaving their hair off in support of mum. What a brave and amazing thing to do, I still can't quite believe it.
Great music also.
Andy before the wee trim.
Still smiling. I swear Andy would look handsome in a rubbish bag though.
The three bald musketeers. True friendship right there.
What an amazing day. I feel as if this post has still not done it justice as it has been slightly rushed but right now I just wanted to get it all out for people to see.
Thank you to everyone for your overwhelming love and support. We can not say thank you enough and you will never understand how grateful we are.
I know mum will keep fighting until the bitter end; that is just the kind of person she is. I am so proud, and the love I have for my gorgeous mother is unreal. We are so similar that we fight rather often but she knows that it will never be bad enough to break us. My happiest moments are the ones I share with her, and thinking about her makes me laugh not cry. I also think I shed no tears Sunday as I felt it was too much of a happy occasion to feel sad. Mum is a fighter, I know she will make the most of her time and I look forward to sharing it with her.
Thank you mum for 18 years of love, and heres to many more. xxxxxx
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