Kim's diary
Kim Hiltz was 27 years old when she discovered a lump in her breast. "You're too young," the doctors said. "Don't worry." But eight months and several tests later the diagnosis was clear: breast cancer. For Kim, it was the beginning of an unexpected journey. That was four years ago, in March 2001. Kim, a native New Brunswicker, had recently moved to Toronto from Fredericton to be with her new love, Chris. Kim was building her career in marketing and a new life in Toronto. It didn't seem like cancer could be a part of so many new beginnings, and certainly not at age 27. Over the next year Kim underwent a series of treatments in Toronto: surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. "I was young and healthy apart from the cancer," Kim says looking back, "And treatment was expected to be effective. We thought that would be the end of it." Read the rest of Kim's story... Kim's Update September 26, 2005 Hello everyone, Well hurricane Rita is now in the northern states and Houston is getting back to normal life. We were very lucky in the Houston area, as Rita landed in the eastern most part of Texas and caused only minimal damage to this city. Our condo has no damage and we have electricity and clean water. Even a hurricane can't keep Kim down. Kim has made remarkable improvements this week. She is feeling better and better each day and is looking forward to being discharged from the hospital within the next week. Kim and I will remain in Houston until the end of October, as Kim must make daily visits to MD Anderson. I will keep you updated on any further progress. Chris Last Updated ( Monday, 26 September 2005 ) Kim's Hope at the Fredericton Farmers Market Interested in buying a raffle ticket, making a donation or purchasing Kim’s Hope merchandise? Stop by our booth at the Boyce Farmer’s Market located at 665 George St. in Fredericton, NB on October 1 & 8 from 6 am to 1 pm. Drop by & see us at the market! Last Updated ( Saturday, 03 September 2005 ) Kim’s Hope at Dogs Fly Ball Tournament, October 1-2, Fredericton Come down to the Fredericton Exibition Grounds during the Dogs Fly Ball Tournament and support Kim’s Hope. We will be selling hound hankies and dog & cat treats. We will also have Kim’s Hope t-shirts and raffle tickets for sale. Hope to see you there! Last Updated ( Wednesday, 28 September 2005 ) North Carolina: Rock from Hope & Hope for Kim, October 15, 2005 Show your support and join us at the Hibernian Pub Block Party on Kildaire Farm Road in Cary, NC from 6 - 11pm. Three local bands, Expect Delays, Noah Dress and Back Alley, have donated their time and talent for this Fundraising Event. Make sure you come out to enjoy the great music for a great cause, this will be the Block Party you don't want to miss! Last Updated ( Friday, 23 September 2005 ) Kim’s Hope Bowling Fundraiser in Saint John, October 15 Interested in having a fun day, an opportunity to win some great prizes & raise money for a great cause? Join us at the Kim’s Hope Bowling Fundraiser on October 15 from 1 to 4 pm, at the Saint John Bowlarama. All bowlers are required to raise $100 in pledges. Bowlers raising $200 or more will receive a FREE Kim’s Hope T-shirt. There will also be great prizes for the players with the most pledges. I 訳