Amazing Support

Overwhelming. That's the word I have used the most in the last few months. Never have I imagined that so many people could care so much about me. The support just keeps rolling in with cards and encouraging messages. And how could I ever forget - the benefit dance/ silent auction.

I have to be honest I was against the idea of a benefit when I first heard the word about it, even tried to convince them to cancel it. I keep to myself and hate to have attention on me. I am pretty shy and I guess you could say, anti social. Then a few days later I saw my Dr. and was told I needed chemotherapy. My opinion changed then because I have heard stories of people not being able to afford the drugs. So the benefit was a go and was on November 5th.

I was leary on making an appearance, I've never been to one of these before. Should I go? After contemplating the idea, a few friends and I got together beforehand and headed up to the curling club. I slowly walked upstairs and when I saw the amount of people in the room I was shocked. Knots formed in my throat and I turned right around, running to the washroom to bawl my eyes out. I thought maybe there wasn't enough notice given and I might be able to count on my fingers and toes how many people would show up for me. Boy, was I wrong. The girls at work and many others pulled it off and I can't thank them enough for organizing it. The night was great, many eyes filled with tears and a few heads leaving bald!

I have so much gratitude and and will forever be in debt for the support I have received and continue to receive. A big thanks to EVERYONE!

My brothers shave their heads in support of me :)