I cozied on the couch with them on Saturday when I knew that I could give them my undivided attention. I love everything about them- from the texture of the paper, the colors, the fresh  confident lines of the birds and ... the words. The words are written with thoughtful, tender clarity that can only come from experience. Within their small scale these books invite fear, love, hope and vulnerability to gather and become comrades on an arduous journey that often involves many people. They are very REAL. They are practical, wise and refreshing. Thank you for writing them. Oh, and the orange ribbon- lovely final touch!

Take good care,

Jacqueline,   / Survivor / Rebel 1in8 Founder

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The trio of "I wish I knew" books are a powerful testament to the growth and change women can and do experience in their treatment and survival from breast cancer. I have had the honor of witnessing Fanny's transformation and am pleased to lend my support to "That Barry Girl Foundation, Thriving, not just Surviving".  A diagnosis of breast cancer is one of the greatest fears women today have. These books clearly outline how possible positive change can be both during and after treatment. Fanny Barry offers support, advice, and guidance for women newly diagnosed and those that love and care for them. I strongly encourage anyone touched by the experience of breast cancer to read these books and share them with others who might benefit.

Kim Rosen, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist / Boston, Massachusetts

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We would like to take a moment and thank you for your words of wisdom, your shared personal notes and views on your cancer experience through your “I Wish I Knew” series of books and your work in establishing the “That Barry Girl Foundation”.  We have found your work to be very inspirational and have shared your books with our patients and their families at the Jordan Hospital Club Cancer Center.

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You have given many such wonderful gifts.  While sharing your generous gifts of love and support with all; may you continue on your path of healing and spiritual growth,  not just surving- truly thriving.

Sincerely,

Joni Pitcher

Cancer Center Administrator / The Jordan Club Cancer Center /

Jordan Hospital / Plymouth, Massachusetts

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I just have to say thank you...

I'm heading off for my very last chemo today. After 15 months of treatments, my journey is ending. And I'm as petrified as I was on the day it started! It's the fear of the unknown...

But, to pass some of the time before I hop into my car and drive to DANA, I went to get the mail. Inside my box, were copies of your three books. The last title jumped out at me -- "I wish I knew who I've become." I read them as I walked home. And, somehow, I'm not quite as scared anymore.

I can do this, too.

Thank you!

Monica

Patient at Dana Farber Cancer Institiute

Boston, Massachusetts