As some of you may know, my Nanny, Linda was diagnosed with colon cancer when I was two years old. After some time, the cancer had spread to her lungs and her cancer was declared ‘terminal’. The word terminal in regards to cancer means, there is no cure. She was told that her life expectancy would be short, approximately 2-3 months, at most. She had surgery, went into a clinical trial, and continued with chemotherapy. She ended up living 12 years, passing away in June 2014. 

I never knew my Nanny healthy or without cancer.

I could go on sharing the beautiful and the horrific memories I carry from growing up with a cancer fighter. However, I want to share the most precious memory of all... Her strength and her ability to smile throughout it all. She was bigger than cancer. 

To this day, my Nanny is my hero and my person. And everyday, I try to be as strong and as positive as her. 

This upcoming relay, I will be participating in my 11th Relay for Life, 2nd relay at Western University! ð’™ð’›ð§¡ Your love and support is greatly appreciated!

Thank you for reading. 

Scotlynn