A word from Doug

In looking back over my life, I realise I have seen some amazing places and times such as:

The man walking on the moon, President Kennedy's death, the attack on the Twin Towers, the death of the Queen and all the things from my travels around the world.

I have had the feeling of the warm sun on my face and the touch of a cool breeze.

Along with the joy of companionship of friends, the most important thing in the story of my life is being a husband and a father.

“Hold onto your hopes and dreams. Be kind to yourself and your family. Do your best, whatever path you follow and remember your best is good enough. Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Life brings joys and sorrows alike. It's how you deal with them that makes your life.”

Douglas Swanson

28.05.1958 – 01.12.2022

A word from the Swanson family

We, the Swanson family are very grateful for Peace of Mind being involved in Doug’s journey.

Not long after Doug's diagnosis Jonathan, brought members of our family together as whole unit, this was invaluable. To have someone experienced, yet informal who we could ask any questions of, was unique.

He helped us to anchor in a new reality after Doug's diagnosis. Being readily available we regarded Jonathan as a ‘go to’. He always had honest answers to our questions in terms that we could understand.

Jonathan felt more like a friend or neighbour popping in. Like one of us. We never felt we had to be dressed or the house tidied up. The information he shared and his ability to navigate was helpful, but it was particularly the conversations it sparked amongst the family that really had an impact upon us.

We, the Swanson’s, were and still are a very normal family, who’s rug was suddenly pulled out from underneath our feet. It was such a sudden change. There was no warning. There was nothing Doug had done to cause this cancer. And our story, could sadly be yours.

We lost our anchor that supported our family, and it is our wish for other families to receive support if their anchor is suddenly pulled loose.

In lieu of flowers, Doug and the Swanson family wish that those who want to be active in their condolences to donate to Peace of Mind Foundation as an acknowledgement of Doug’s life.

Your donation enables this charity organisation to continue to help people in similar circumstances face the unique challenges of brain cancer.

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Thank you for your support.