Taking control is what has gotten me through the toughest times. I agonized about losing my hair, so I shaved my head on the first day of chemo because I was not going to let cancer take it from me. I have never felt so liberated in my life! I felt like a rock star that day, and now feel more beautiful than I ever have. I got in a rut for about 2 months, so I decided it was time to take control of something again. I have been inspired by other survivors who have gone on to do great things with charities and helping others. I'm terrible about asking for money so I knew a charity was not in my future, but I do have a big mouth, so I decided my new passion was to spread the message on the importance of self breast exams. I came up with a way to get people excited about it. I'm going to be on Dancing with the Stars! (they don't know it yet) because I want to reach millions of viewers. My self breast exam saved my life. I know my message will save others, too. I have already reached thousands of people, so I've already succeeded! Everything after this is just an added bonus. I have 5 more weeks of chemo and I've never felt more alive in my life! I've found my passion again and I am fired up! Watch out world! There's no stopping me now!
Jenny Samson MorganJefferson City, MO
