It was January 2014 and I had just finished celebrating my 25th birthday!! I was filled with so many plans but never did I think I had to plan for this life changing journey that laid ahead.. So it started two weeks after my party where I received the news I had cancer. Hearing those words was a jaw dropper.I am only 25. No family history of Breast Cancer. Though in shock something came upon me. I was not angry, fearful, or depressed. Never asked "Why Me". My initial response was what did I have to do next. In my heart I knew I was going to be ok. I put my trust in God that he was going to heal me from this cancer.
So after more testing I got diagnosed with stage 2b breast cancer; IDC; triple negative. My cancer cells were doubling at a high rate so I had to go through Chemo right away. Before i started my treatments I shaved my head because I didn't want to go through the emotional aspect of seeing it fall. I went thru 6 rounds of chemo (TAC) from February 20th to June.5th. On July 17th I underwent a double mastectomy and am currently going thru reconstruction.
It was a difficult journey to go thru but with all the prayer and support I did it. My mom was my right hand thru it all and I thank God for her. My family was strong for me so I knew I had to be strong for them.No matter how tuff it was l wasn't gonna let it take my smile. I smile for my family and the fact that I knew there was a purpose in me having gone thru this. I can now help those going through this disease. Provide comfort for those who need it, show hope for those who are feeling hopeless, give support for those that may not feel supported. I pray I can do this by going back to provide "comfort baskets" for those back at my facility or even volunteering at a children's hospital.
Ontario, CA
