Blessing in Disguise

In December of 2007 I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. I had no idea of how amazing the journey would be, but I'm so happy I can share a little bit of it.

The confirmation came on December 27, 2007. I was pretty sure I had cancer so I wasn't all too shocked to hear the words, "you have breast cancer", but I did cry. I mean, it's not like I wanted it. Plus I have two young sons.

I quickly collected myself and began to pray. I knew that I wasn't alone and that God would continue to be with me, no matter what I went through. From chemo to the mastectomy to radiation and currently recovering from reconstructive surgery, I have been surrounded by so much love. My family, friends and those I don't even know, have kept me in their prayers, some daily, and it has made a huge difference. I was never afraid, I never lost my joy, because I knew and still know that God loves me and He is way ahead of me. He's preparing my way and He's always by my side.

I have made new friends, some from the hospital, some from participating in a walk and others online. I can truly say that my breast cancer was a blessing and I hope that because of my experience, God will use me to be of a blessing to others.

Remember, God is bigger than Cancer! He's bigger than any problem we could ever have.

Zephaniah 3:17 For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With His love, He will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.

Roxanna Sanchez
Houston, TX