A proud mum and nan

[Sanjo]

My daughter and grandson Sue and Sam appear on the front page of the online Essex Chronicle. They are also due to be on BBC Look East news this evening. 2 Hours filming for one minute 45 seconds on the screen! We are so very proud of the way they have both fought their cancers. Life since last October has been very up and down but we appear to be out the other side now. Phew!

[Jeanied]

Wow Sanjo - I shall try and tune in to Look East this evening and watch! How great!

[ginger ninger]

Now that is fantastic news Sanjo...for all of you. I don't live in your area so I won't get to see them, but WOW...that's like winning the lottery...better in fact. XX

[Sanjo]

Now that is fantastic news Sanjo...for all of you. I don't live in your area so I won't get to see them, but WOW...that's like winning the lottery...better in fact. XX

Sam was diagnosed in October when he was just 13 and right from the start he said he would treat it as an adventure. As our daughter says in the article his whole attitude was one of lets get on with it and was an inspiration to all of us and when her turn came, as she said, how could she make a fuss when he didn't. Bad as it was, Sue said at the beginning, if everyone's problems were thrown up in the air, you'd be pleased to catch your own, because there is always somebody worse off than you. It doesn't feel like it at the time mind you - I'm not as brave as them!!

[bobleponge]

Fantastic news, obviously I wont be able to watch it but I bet a lot of people that do will be both inspired and humbled.

[Bren In Pots]

That's great news Sanjo, I've just read the Chronicle article hope its OK if I post the link for those who won't get to see the program.
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[milly2306]

truly amazing people! an inspiration to us all. i am so glad things are ok now, you must be so happy and relieved. xxxx

[Brengirl]

I am completely overwhelmed by your account Sanjo. The anguish you and family have endured .....When the going gets tough the tough get going comes to mind. I am weeping for joy for you all.

[SueA]

What a lot you've all been through Sanjo, so glad they've both come through the worst & how lovely that your daughter & son-in-law are renewing their vows, I bet you're all looking forward to that!

[kirsty b]

Sanjo, thats wonderful. So glad they are both ok, that article has brought a tear or two to my eyes.

Bestest wishes to all of you xx

[lettucegrow!]

Lovely news, an inspiration to us us all. You must all be on cloud 9.
Best wishes to you and all your family.xxx

[Sanjo]

That's great news Sanjo, I've just read the Chronicle article hope its OK if I post the link for those who won't get to see the program.
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Thanks Bren, that's very kind of you, and to all of you for your kind words. I would just like to say (for those who look at the picture) that the publicity originally started because a local company "Scent to You Bears" donated waxed teddies to local pubs to raise funds for CLICC Sargent who were such a wonderful support. The Teddy isn't Sam's!! but one that was given to him by the company.
My son-in-law's firm backed a Triathlon in June and with their support £20,000 was raised and split between the two charities.
They are hoping to organise another one next year.

[reetnproper]

How wonderful for both of you. All the best,

Reet
x

[Glutton4...]

Lovely story and they only live about twenty minutes from me!

(A bit too close to home at the moment, unfortunately )

[Sanjo]

Lovely story and they only live about twenty minutes from me!

(A bit too close to home at the moment, unfortunately )

I wasn't sure if you meant geographically Glutton but if you didn't then my thoughts are with you, and any one else who is in this position.