First of all I want to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone (especially my husband, both my daughters, their husbands & my grandchildren) from the bottom of my heart for everything that they whole-heartedly provided me and for always being there for me. While I was faced with battling a very challenging and consuming disease, they were there night and day taking care of me and nurturing me with tender loving care. Although the days were most tiring (felt like I was hit by a truck), their love and support assisted me in facing these days of my life with hope and courage.

I survived it all due to the support and love I graciously received from family & friends. Once again, I am truly blessed and grateful to everyone. I don't have the words to express how I feel. Therefore, I send to you all a 'personalized virtual hug' to express my heart-felt thank you.

I feel my challenging times were God's message of how precious life is and what I can do for the benefit of mankind.

I am a survivor and have a strong desire
to help those who might be faced with the same.

I have always had the understanding of the importance of family, friends, hope, kindness, compassion and appreciation. However, these past several years, I have truly begun to include these lovely qualities in my day to day life. Each day has been rewarding in one way or another and I have also learned to love myself and realize that being healthy is a true blessing in itself. I have conquered this illness and I wish to become a better human being due to my experience. I also view the world from a totally different perspective now and am very thankful for every moment of time and appreciate the tiniest things in life.

The past several years have been the toughest times for our entire family and friends . We were faced with some of the most challenging and difficult times, but due to EVERYBODY'S positive energy and prayers for me, today I am here to share my appreciation for everything I received and in turn would like to HELP everybody who is in need of love, compassion, kindness & support.

Remember, the secret is to always keep your spirits up with
positive attitudes and hope in all walks of life.