December 31, 2008. This day turned into a reflective day for mom and me. It was a day of being thankful, relaxing and remembering how truly blessed we are. It was on December 31, 2007 that mom got the phone call from her doctor with her test results. She tested positive for breast cancer. We had a road ahead of us and we knew it could get a little shaky at times. Nothing was guaranteed, but I had peace of mind knowing she would come out of this ok. This peace was giving to me before we went to her first appointment.
Me and mom at Christmas Eve family dinner
It was also during this time that I found out the depth of my mother’s faith. She faced the challege with a smile, and a wonderful positive attitude, standing on the word of God. She decided to only tell those that would keep her lifted in pray, support her and give her their positive energy.
Mom with Aunt Glo holding a picture of grandmom & grandpop
She astounded her doctors during her recovery because she was doing so well so quickly. When they asked her how she was doing, the answer was always the same. “I’m doing great!” She became their model patient and she would leave each doctor with a hug and the knowledge that she prayed for them and they were her gift from God.
Mom and Holy Temple Church of God and Christ family
Today she looks great and feels even better. She’s looking forward to an even better 2009. We both know that with the grace and blessings from God, it wiil be.
