Parenting with Cancer

Can you imagine? Heather, mom to Lily, emailed me with an amazing announcement. She used her tragic diagnosis to help others and, is an over comer. I thought other parents would want to read about (or act on) Heather's victory:

I was diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer and given 15 months to live just 3 ½ months after giving birth to my only child, Lily. Although my prognosis was grim, I knew I had to do everything I could to beat this rare and deadly cancer for Lily. During my battle, my parents took care of Lily while I underwent chemotherapy and radiation, as I could not provide her with the stability she needed. When I finally returned home, I spent as much time as I possibly could with her. Whether it was going for walks outside or just sitting together, I made it a point to show her how much I love her. Eight years have gone by and I still cherish every moment spent with my daughter. Because of my battle with mesothelioma, Lily understand the value of life and how blessed my husband and I are to have her in our lives.

This year for Mesothelioma Awareness Day (September 26), I’ve created a campaign to help raise awareness. To participate, I’m simply asking people to give their voice to the victims of mesothelioma by donating your social status. 

Parents, I know many of you blog. How about helping Heather and others? 

If you have a "parenting with cancer" story, please share it below in my comments.