Happy Tuesday everyone, Sorry this is so much later than usual - I had issues accessing my newsletter writing platform. 

Thank you all for your kind messages of love and support over the last week, I’ve been inundated with well wishes and it’s really helping me to stay positive.

I do have some updates since my last newsletter; the Cancer is hormone receptive which is a good thing as they can medically turn off the hormone (oestrogen) that is feeding the tumor. 

This does mean I will be thrown directly into menopause and have a very intense few months as my body adjusts - I apologise now for any extreme emotional outbursts!

At my appointment with my surgeon tomorrow, I’ll find out the exact date for my surgery. I decided I would have a selective mastectomy to remove the worry/and risk of being struck a 3rd time. Fortunately I only have 2 boobs!

I already know that the surgery will take place the week commencing 28th July, so I will be back in classes the week after my holiday to show off my tan.

The recovery period should be 2-3 weeks, during which time my wonderful team will be stepping in to cover my classes - fear not, there will be no disruption to the timetable.

I will of course keep you posted on the big things here, so you will always know what’s going on. 

If you want to follow my journey in more detail (be warned there is no censorship) I am writing a blog - This can be found at https://notanotherboobblog.co.uk hit subscribe to be kept in the loop of updates as and when they are posted. 

In other news…

Afternoon Tea

We had a wonderful afternoon on Sunday celebrating Dianne’s 60th with an afternoon tea. Sugar Boutique did a brilliant job with the pilates and birthday theming.

Dianne’s actual birthday is on 5th July and she is off to Santorini tomorrow to celebrate in style.

Class Cover

With Dianne away, midwife appointments (Collette), my holiday (when Dianne returns), there are a few instructor swaps over the coming weeks, 

This is always a good way to get a different perspective on your pilates practice, as we all say the same things slightly differently. 

Embrace the change if you see a name you’re not familiar with on the app, and enjoy.

Normal service will resume when I return after my surgery mid August!

Walk & Pub Lunch

If all goes to plan tomorrow with the confirmation of my surgery date, the scheduled walk on the 27th July will be going ahead as planned. 

Those of you that have expressed an interest will be contacted shortly with more details.

If you would like to join us, click the button below to express your interest.

See you next week.

How to reach us:

Via Email

• Emma [email protected] For any complaints, compliments or urgent issues.

• Jo via [email protected] For any membership/credit/payment queries.

• Dianne [email protected] For any event queries or bookings.

Via Phone/Text

• Studio Phone Number 01462 226 554 (for phone calls and voicemail).

• Studio WhatsApp Number 01462 892 688 (for WhatsApp messages only) When things need an urgent response.

• Studio Text Number 07897 035 945 (accessible by Emma/Jo/Dianne) Non-urgent messages as this is not connected to anyone’s phone.