This past week at school a dear co-worker of mine announced she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
I received the e-mail in the evening. It felt so surreal.
I had just spoken with her that morning...
She doesn't know any details yet; what stage, if it has spread, or treatment options.
The news really hit home for me.
She has two children and a husband.
She was one of the first people to help me at Trinity.
She helped me find extra babysitting jobs, professional development, and how to work extended day.
She bent over backwards to help me in whatever way she could.
And what's amazing is she does this with everyone she meets!
She is so strong. These past couple of days she has remained positive and chosen to fight no matter what.
Watching her strength and her readiness to fight has been so humbling.
It has also been awesome to watch our school respond.
We immediately formed a support team and are ready to serve her family with whatever they need!
We also formed a running team in her honor for the D'Feet Breast Cancer race in October.
I signed up for the 10K in hopes this will help me start running again.
I am so excited to be a part of this and show my love and support for such an amazing person.
I now run with a purpose.
I am always reminded of my favorite verse in times like this:
11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11
May we all remember His plan for us.
Blessings to all.
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