Why Start a Blog
First of all blogging isn’t something I ever saw myself attempting. My social media presence has remained at zero since the day I started a face book account. I opened a twitter account but his didn’t spur a change in my social habits and to this day haven’t up dated a status or sent a tweet. So why start a blog?
The answer is unfortunately as sad to me as it is compelling.
The short answer is that I have a cancerous lump in my tongue. I wanted a platform to inform initially family, friends and colleagues on my progression and wellbeing. I want to try and connect with others in a similar position at what ever stage of treatment they are at and ultimately with my first venture into social media document the highs and lows as my story unfolds.
I have ideas that I want explore and share around raising awareness for my particular condition and for cancer in general and if I dare look to the future, fundraising events and challenges so I can help contribute towards finding ways to beat this illness.
My next post will be a brief introduction to myself and my family, and try and touch on the passions and fears that make me tick.
I will also try and address my concerns and anxieties ahead of my next meeting with the consultant which will lay out my full diagnosis and hopefully the treatment plan.
Irvin's Voice 
We are all behind you and here to support you all. Keep strong Irv. Tracy and Paul xxx
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Think this is a great idea and hope you get lots of followers
Jacqui
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Thoughts are with you pal x
Be strong
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Great idea Irv! I remember how valuable Sunny’s blog was to him, his family and to those following his story and wanting to keep informed without having to keep potentially pestering! We are all with you and if we can help in any way then please ask! Best of luck tomorrow.
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Thanks Graham, best wishes to you an yours for 2018
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Good on you Irv.So like you to face things head on.I am sure you alternate on a minute by minute basis between terror ,anger,pain and determination to show Cancer who is the boss.We are also here to support you ,the wife and kids.We may need more Gin!xxxx
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Thanks Ann, I think we will need to install a gin tap on the link next to the hot and cold or perhaps some optics next to caz’s chair in front room to help with efficiency.
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Fantastic Irv. What great courage you and your family are showing in doing this. It will be a great way in letting us celebrate the highs along with you and allowing us to send prayers when there are lows x All the best.
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Thanks Sharon hopefully more highs than lows.
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Always here for you all Irv and we will be thinking of you tomorrow as we are every day, your family and friends will be with you every step of the way on your journey to recovery, big hugs & all our love The Harrison Tribe! Xxx
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Hi Donna thanks for lovely message I can feel the love and it’s wonderful!
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Hi Irv, although I only know you through our shared walks on the Fair Trade Way I found you great fun to be with. It is good to be in touch despite the circumstances and I will follow your progress. I am sure your Blogging will not only help you and your wonderful family but many others experiencing a similar journey and I wish you all the very best for 2018 and beyond.
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Hi Bruce thanks for your message it’s good to hear from you. I trust all is well with you. I feel that already with the love and support I have received similar to our fairtrade walk I won’t be taking this next journey alone far from it.
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You will never be alone which is an enormous strength.
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So brave and courageous xx we are right here behind you sending love and support to you all xxxx
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Hello Irv, just the sort of thing that I would expect for such a positive thinker like you. I am sure that you can come through this and be a stronger person at the end of it. Your fortitude and strength is an inspiration to us all. Please lmk if BH can help out with any fundraising ideas that you have got up your sleeve? Our thoughts and prayers are with you tomorrow. Alan.
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We all know your a person with a lot of will power, Strength and positivity. So we are sure that you will recover soon. The Lockwoods are looking forward to you getting back to your invincible self. Get well soon….SUPERMAN. We are with you every single step of the way. Love you to the moon and back xxx
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Hi Penny, thanks for sending through the full power of the Lockwood Love machine I can certainly feel it in effect. It was good to see Jay and Martin on new years eve, I and was sorry to hear about the lurgy making its way through the family I trust your all on the mend now. I will have more news to report tomorrow and you will amongst the first to know whats next for me. Catch up soon xxx
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Shocked and saddened by the awfully news! I’m sure if anybody’s ready for a fight it’s you! The next group ride will be extra special but for now it’ll have to wait while you get your gloves on! Ding ding let’s have it!
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Irv your a big inspiration doing this. It shows such strength and positivity… you are going to fight this.
A big journey in front but lots of love and support going with you. Concentrate on yourself for a while, we will be there to help with Caz and your lovely children.
Lots and lots of love and will be thinking of you tomorrow.
Gill , Harry and Abigail. Xxxx
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Nicely put mate. I love your optimism and positivity, it’s exactly what will carry you through this. Knowing that it hasn’t spread must be such a blessed relief. Hopefully you can just focus on the job in hand of getting better and continue to inspire more people with this blog. You know the love is there
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Thanks Neil will be updating with today’s news later this afternoon
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Know you through Carolyn.
Just wanted to add my best wishes to you all.
Thanking of you
X
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I am really sad to hear this news Irvin. I will be thinking of you and your family. I wish you a positive and speedy recovery. If there is anything I can to help, please ask. Take care.
With love S x
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Hi Susan thanks for your message and good wishes, the response I have been getting to my little blog has been amazing. I hope things are going well at myrescough for you please pass on my regards to Nick and James if you’re all still working together.
Best wishes to you and yours for 2018
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Irv, all of Team Tab are behind you. This blog is a great idea, so positive and inspirational. Well done. All our love and support xxx
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Hi Helen thanks for message, having learned it hasn’t spread any further I’m eager to get started. The sooner it’s out the better. I get so much of my strength towards this from the kids. Any parent would go through any hell to keep them close I figure I am being put to the test.
Best wishes
Irvin
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To express your thoughts and feelings in this way is such an awesome thing to do……
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Thanks Penny, let me know when you’re all well again.
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