Hometown
Arizona
Joie de VIVre
Kindness, forgiveness, understanding, believing
VIV Moment
I was weak and dying from breast cancer. I had fought so hard, but had no physical strength or spiritual fortitude left to continue. “Take me home, God, PLEASE,” I cried. “This slow death is too hard to endure. Don’t punish me, I can’t do it anymore. I’d rather be dead.”
My VIV Moment came only after I survived and was able to look back in hindsight. I lived because I let go and gave into God’s will. For once in my life, fighting was not the answer.
Today, I know that Spirit and the love and prayers of others gave me the strength that my damaged body could not produce. I know that I am never alone and that the care and belief of others can save a life.
I have changed deeply as a result of looking death in the face, and today, I pray for the well-being of others. This is new for me. Today I care about more than just myself. I extend kindness and forgiveness daily, knowing that we all make mistakes and are only human. I try to understand my own and others’ motivations.
My VIV Moment brought me a God I can finally embrace and trust, and today I am content and loved. I am truly blessed and grateful.
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10 Reader Comments:
What an Awesome story! Thank you for sharing it. =))
Very touching! It made my day reading this! This story sends a message to many of us.We all need to be more thankful and understanding. And not take life for granted.
Tammy K
really enjoyed reading this story.you are an amazing person.
Great Story! You Are A Wonderful Person!
This is such a great story! It brings tears to my eyes,but tears of joy. I am so sorry to hear about your illness. I am so happy to hear that you have so much faith. Sometimes we (I) tend to take things for granted. This story makes me think about the positive things in life. Thank you so much for touching my heart with your story!….
Danalee
You sound like a very strong and wonderful person.
Thank you for sharing.
I loved reading your story……kaylee
Very inspiring !
I wish you the absolute best !
I just want to thank you for sharing this story.
After all you have been through,and you took the time to share with others and make us aware.
You are very strong and I admire that.
Now this story really touches my heart .I love the way you wrote this and how you tell about turning to God .
He is amazing ! And miracles do happen.
He blessed you with the strength to share your story.
It really makes people think.We should be more grateful and forgiving to others.
What a lovely story.Thank you ever so much for sharing it. Stay strong and may God continue to bless you in many many ways !
Denny St. Paul MN