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<p>As we complete 2011, I am well and back to being Shelley!. I now look like my mum and understand the frustrations of curly hair.</p>
<p>I raised over £5,420 at the end of my journey........so I would like to say THANK YOU from William and his friends at St Roses who are enjoying the fantastic hydrotherapy pool and facilities.</p>
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<p>As we near the end of 2010, I would like to say a big THANK YOU to all my family, friends, neighbours and colleagues. I have been overwhelmed by the love and support I have received, the list is endless, the journey has been a difficult one. As I write this, my hair is growing back, I feel fab and more like the normal Shelley!!!!!. Here's to breathing, happiness and health....... Love to all, Shelley.</p>
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<p>My name is Shelley Smith. I am a mum of 2 boys aged 8 and 5 and I work as a specialist nurse at Cheltenham General hospital.</p>
<p>I was diagnosed with breast cancer in May. Following 3 operations in 3 weeks, I have decided to turn a negative experience into a positive one and shave my head for charity, prior to starting my chemotherapy course. </p>
<p>My nephew William is 12 years old and was born with Down's Syndrome. He attends St Rose's school in Stroud. The "Smile Appeal" is a school fundraising initiative working towards a hydrotherapy pool and physiotherapy unit. I would be very grateful if you could support this local charity, which is very close to my heart. </p>
<p>Thank you.</p>
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