Monday, 21 January 2013

Cancer - Chemotherapy - Amputation

This picture was taken Christmas morning 2004. I had just gone through months of treatment, 6 rounds of aggressive chemotherapy and the amputation of my right leg above the knee. It's hard to tell in this picture - because I look SO unhealthy, frail and tired - but this was an extremely happy day for me. I had finished my very last chemotherapy only 3 days before this picture was taken and I was HOME celebrating Christmas with my family. My doctors wanted to wait until after Christmas, but I wanted to get my last chemotherapy over with and have it behind me for my favourite time of year. I've never posted or publicly shared this picture but it is a picture that I value tremendously. This was the darkest place I have ever been physically or mentally. Everyday was an incredible struggle. This picture shows to the naked eye how I felt. It depicts struggle & strength and as difficult as it is to look at this picture I feel an incredible sense of pride knowing that I pulled myself out of this place. If I could make it through that time I can make it through anything.

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  1. Unknown21 January 2013 at 11:52

    Kim, I think you are absolutely an amazing asset to anyone going through this disease!! Every time I see your FB post in my feed, I know it is going to be positive, happy, and inspirational!! Keep up the good work! PS, you have always been a beautiful young lady!!!

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    1. Unknown21 January 2013 at 16:05

      Thank you so much Melissa! I hope that if there are people out there facing a struggle that they can read my blog and feel empowered. I hope that they also feel comfortable enough to comment as well, that way I can support them in their own experinces.

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