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An empowering book for anyone on a journey that has suddenly taken an unexpected turn. Created from Anne Marie's journal entries during ten months of diagnosis, surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation treatments, her story will challenge and inspire you on your own journey towards healing. Hold her hand as she fully explores the difficult and complex emotions that exist at every stage of this journey. She bravely addresses themes such as: doctor-patient relationships, fear, communication, humor, anger, gratitude, patience, managing relationships, sexuality, expectations, self-nurturing, prayer, affirmations, and spiritual connection. Includes abundant resources, a chapter for caregivers, plus an mp3 file of a soothing guided meditation that Anne Marie wrote and used during her surgeries and treatments.


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Anne Marie Bennett is a writer, artist, follower of rainbows, soul server and SoulCollage(r) Facilitator. Her BS degree in Education is from Southern Connecticut State University and she has taught children, teens and adults throughout the East Coast. She passionately believes that we are all lit from within, and that a breast cancer diagnosis is not the end of the road. Anne Marie lives, laughs, writes, sings, dreams and dances in Beverly, Massachusetts. www.annemariebennett.com

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  • Paperback: 216 pages
  • Publisher: CreateSpace; 1st edition (June 29, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1442173882
  • ISBN-13: 978-1442173880
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #701,264 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars forthright insight into cancer and treatment, October 11, 2009
When I was informed about this book from an on-line friend, I immediately checked it out. After reading the first chapter that Anne Marie made available on line, I quickly decided that I would not only book a time for a blog date, but that I wanted to continue reading her book as soon as possible. I did not want to take advantage of her offer of a free book, as I believe she worked hard and long and deserved compensation for her efforts, and I laud her accomplishments. I find her book an open, honest, and frank expression of a journey well-traveled. I could not stop reading until I finished. As a breast cancer survivor, so many things came to my mind as I read her book. I was thinking of who I could share this book with that would benefit and understand more clearly what it is like for a woman that is told that she has breast cancer, or any cancer for that matter. Blessings to you Anne Marie for your so important contribution to those who have "been there and done that", and to those who wonder what it is like.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Live on the Bright Side of the Road, October 5, 2009
I have been blessed with Anne Marie's friendship for many years now. In fact, she was my very first Internet friend - I met her online way back in the late 1990's - correct me with the actual date if you remember Anne Marie - back on a site for women without children. I was in my 20's married to a man with children of his own and Anne Marie was married to Jeff who also had children from a previous marriage. We became fast friends and even though I was scared out of my mind because of the unknown, I even traveled to Beverly to see her in person and stay at her house (this was long before blogging and Internet friends were common). I found Anne Marie to be as kind and warm and loving in person as on the computer - and I keep a picture of the two of us from that trip on my mantle even today. Then in 1999, when my husband died, she was one of the first friends that I called on the phone to tell - she had all the right words to say to me. I'll even tell you this - there are only two pictures on my refrigerator that are not of my kids - a picture of my best friend Jane with her husband Andy and a picture of Anne Marie and Jeff.

So back when she told me she had been diagnosed with breast cancer, I'd like to say I had all the right words to say to her. Sadly, I did not. I had never known anyone with cancer outside of elderly relatives. I had no idea what I was supposed to feel or say. I had no idea what she was feeling either and I didn't want to pry or intrude. So when I first read this book (in e-form back in 2006 I believe) I was happy to have an insight into what Anne Marie was going through. Her honesty and forthrightness about everything from her fears, to the physical side effects of chemo, to her sexuality, lifted the veil for me to how horrendous cancer really is.

But Anne Marie's story is not sad or downbeat - indeed, it is uplifting and joyful and inspiring. I spent this weekend in bed sick, and re-read her book. I remembered how much I loved her words, her affirmations, and her spirit and felt them revive me once again. I also recalled how I purchased another e-book copy of it to give to my best friend Jane who was also battling cancer. Sadly, Jane lost her fight in February 2007 but I do hope this book gave her sustenance during her journey.

I recommend this book for anyone undergoing a difficult journey in their life - be it cancer, any other physical ailment, or any life struggle. Anne Marie is the perfect companion to accompany you across the dark valleys of life, literally to the Bright Side of the Road. I've been blessed beyond measure to have her in my life for these many years and I'm pleased to share her now with the rest of you.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Written from the Heart!, October 1, 2009
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This book is written from the heart...It is about a woman dealing with breast cancer. And, because books written from the heart are usually large in scope, it is also about many other topics.

It offers insights into the doctor-patient relationship, ways to live wholly (expressing ALL your feelings - as opposed to living in denial of the uncomfortable ones), the process of living reflectively (the book is written using journals Anne Marie kept), what's helpful (and what isn't) when people are facing a serious illness, dealing with other people as they come to terms with your illness, hospital euphemisms and hospital blessings, gratitude and much more, including - of course - walking on the Bright Side of the Road!....

There are many reasons you'd want to read this book. Obviously, if you or someone you love has breast cancer, or has gone through breast cancer and treatment, the book will be a companion.

But there is also much in this book for anyone who has dealt with a major illness or grief, for medical professionals wishing to learn how it feels to be on "the other side of the fence", and for anyone who wants to learn how to BE there for a friend or loved one who is dealing with a life-threatening illness.

The things I love most about the book are the honesty and openness that Anne Marie exhibits as she shares her story. This book is REAL - which is my highest praise.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Life Lessons
This is not just a book for women, it's a book aimed at anyone who has gone through hardship, heartache, or any medical condition that disrupts your norm. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bright Side of the Road
This is a rich, sweet, courageous and empowering book for ALL women. I connected to so many of Anne Marie's internal experiences, through my own dealings with illness over the... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A heart felt and honest tale
In reading this book,I could feel the pain and sorrow that Anne Marie went through during her breast cancer trial.
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