I had a lumpectomy and node dissection in July of 2009. After my surgery, I was afraid that I would never regain the full use of my left arm. After surgery, I regularly attended Donna Wilson's class at the Integrative Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer center and soon realized that continued and regular exercise was the only way to really
maintain the strength in my arm. I tried out the dragon boat team after being invited by Maria, and didn't really think I would stick with it. but I was soon hooked - both by the experience of paddling and the wonderful people I have met. The Puff Puff Dragons are our friends and mentors and I have been so grateful for the love and kindness of all the people I have encountered through this experience.