What gives you strength?

I find my strength in my family, though it is not always so easy at it seems…  I think sometimes we have the romantic cavalier image of what we wish we could say on this topic.  I will just say that when the rubber meets the road, I would do anything to make sure my kids have their Dad.  If that means beating cancer, so be it….  If that ever means further surgery or chemo or other treatment, so be it….  Whatever it takes….  -Randy

My strength comes from my family and friends-even though I know they always “don’t understand” they always try too! And I also think that my  medical team and PT team have been a huge pillar of supprt!  they can read my ups and downs just as well as my family funny that doctors know me so well!!! I think strength needs to come in many forms and the more forms of it that I can find the better off I am going to be! -Cari

I get strength through my family, boyfriend and friends, through God and prayer, through my artwork, writing and inspirational speaking and helping others. -Rachel

I find my strength in my family, friends, and unknown supporters.  Also, just as importantly, I find strength in life and the little things…. -Kevin

I gather strength when I see my daughter in the morning. I gather strength when my husband gives me a hug and says “I love you baldy”. I gather strength when I see the sunset. I gather strength when my daughter has a belly laugh with me. I try not to take one breath for granted. I’m not done with this world yet. -Rene

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