My boyfriend's mother was detected with cancer about 2 months ago. She went through a Mastectomy and is now undergoing Chemotherapy. While reading about breast cancer and getting acquainted with the experiences people have, I never realized how prevalent it was and how it impacted so many lives.
They say that "Toughness is in the soul and spirit, not in muscles." From the day she was diagnosed with cancer until her most recent chemotherapy session, she has never exhibited any signs of fear or weakness. There has not been a single instant where she has let the illness inhibit her life in any sense.
Recently, she began losing a lot of hair as a consequence of the chemotherapy. She seemed distressed for a very brief period. For us it was one of our fears turning into a reality and we did know how to comfort her. However shortly after, she comforted us by saying that she is definitely getting better hair after this and is looking forward to that! I was at a loss of words; however her statement just reinstated her zest for life.
A few years ago I heard someone say that “a strong positive mental attitude will create more miracles than any wonder drug” and this statement has come to life in her case. Her unflinching attitude is resulting in an expeditious recovery. The doctor is amazed and elated at her accelerated recovery and at the same time is drawing inspiration from her as being an epitome of courage.
Everybody wishes to witness a miracle at some point in their lives, and I have been fortunate enough to have been witnessing one over the past few months. The miracle lies not only in the fact that she continues to battle the illness, but more so in the evidence that her astonishing stance towards life has transcended all boundaries of debilities; while setting up glorifying example for everyone around her.
My thoughts and good wishes are with each one of those fighting this illness and with their loved ones.
dallas, TX