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"I found Lisa's memoir to be informational, educational, humourous and very personal. As I finished Reflections of a Woman I realized how many similarities we share. I suspect everyone who reads Lisa's memoir feels the same way." Carol Ann Cole, Author of Comfort Heart – A Personal Memoir and Lessons Learned Upside-the-Head; Professional Speaker and founder of the national fundraiser Comfort Heart.
“This book will move you to laughter, tears, and thoughtful contemplation of the experience of breast cancer in women. It is full of charm, beauty and most importantly, the wisdom of one woman who has met the challenges of breast cancer and thrived.........An open, honest account of the pain, uncertainty, recovery, and ultimately, the opportunity for positive transformation that accompanies a diagnosis of breast cancer. A must read for anyone touched by breast cancer. “ Jane Warner, R.N., BScN, MSc., Clinical Nurse Specialist, Breast Assessment Department, Hotel Dieu Hospital
“Tugnette’s book is a story of reflection. She presents a theme of examining herself in the reflection of a mirror as she journeys through the first years after a breast cancer diagnosis, but also boldly shows the mental and emotional reflections of a battle-scarred person and the emergence of a wiser, stronger self. Tugnette’s purpose in writing the book is to provide “information to help women deal with the emotional grief that follows the physical loss.” Her experience becomes the roadmap for other young women diagnosed with breast cancer who struggle to make sense of loss, recovery and renewal.
“On another level, Reflections of a Woman, is a book about women who have a family history of breast cancer. Mother and daughter are diagnosed with breast cancer on the same day as they are sadly added to the list of women in their family who have journeyed the same path before them. Together they show that life goes on, and that over time the grief of the experience is “a little less’. Reflections of a Woman is a bright, new resource for young women diagnosed in Canada." Barbara Thompson, Managing Editor, Atlantic Breast Cancer Net
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"What this cancer survivor set out to do in her memoir was offer a roadmap to the countless other ill-fated women forced to travel the same path. To do so, she invites them into her home for some painful truths." Gillespie goes on to write "Tugnette says she is passionate about helping other women embarking on a similar journey. She wants them to understand the psychological factors at play and their medical options." Mike Gillespie, Arts & Book Editor, Ottawa Citizen
“I've been sitting here glued to the computer screen for a few hours now, with the intention of only reading a few chapters, well, I just couldn't pull myself away. I finished the whole book! What an amazing story, what an impact you'll have on other breast cancer survivors, you'll be an inspiration and proof that there can be a happy ending. You've put your heart and sole into it, and with such selfless intentions of just helping others. There is a message in it for everyone, healthy or ill with cancer, live your life to its fullest.” Julie Webb, Peterborough, ON
“I finished the book last night - it was great! I can't wait to get the audio and listen to it again. You had so much good info in it. You certainly made me realize how grief from that type of loss is no less painful and no less deep than that of the grief from the death of a loved one. I truly was touched.” Wendy Pratt, Executive Director of Nanaimo Community Hospice Society in Nanaimo BC
“This is a great journey told with truthfulness and that twinge of sadness.
You continue to accomplish so much. “ Janet Dikland, Past-President of Breast Cancer Action Kingston and 3 time cancer survivor, Kingston, ON
"I just finished reading your book and I just loved it. Your honesty is refreshing and comforting. It's amazing that there is really nothing out there about the personal struggles that women deal with, such as body image and sexuality. I think your book will make a big difference for a lot of women. I've already recommended it to a number of people." Natalie Witkin, Toronto, ON
"It is beautifully written - clear, informative, poetic and insightful. I'm sure it will be a HUGE help to many women." Kathi Toth-Switzer, Kingston, ON
"Reflections of a Woman is filled with heart-warming emotion with both sad and happy times. She had to overcome many hurdles with her breast cancer experience and is now devoted to helping other survivors living with this disease." The Late Susan Coe, Howe Island, ON
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