Yesterday, I went on a hike with my mother. Anyone that knows my mother knows that she works out like 5 times a day (meaning that she is in way better shape than me). I get tired after walking up a flight of stairs so I knew that this hike was going to be a bit much but I did it anyway.
About 50 times in this 2 hour hike, I complained about being tired. BUT it wasn't because I have cancer, it is because I don't work out and am extremely out of shape. I sometimes (always) would fabricate how tired I was to my mom so that we could stop. I complained about my chest hurting a few times…and my stomach…I only did that because I knew that my mom would be like "okay we can rest." If i told her that I was just tired and didn't wanna do it anymore she would scream "COME ON KRISTIN WE CAN DO THIS…" and then I would have to roll my eyes and keep going with no breaks….so although I might have lied a little to her…it was because she wouldn't have let me take a break otherwise.
ANYWAY….at the beginning of this hike…my mother told me that there was this great waterfall at the end and its famous for its beauty. I was actually kinda excited to get to this waterfall which was miles away might I add……LET ME JUST SAY…..if THIS waterfall is famous….then….i don't know…because this was a small little waterfall that went into a dirty small green pond. I looked at my mom like "this canNOT be the famous waterfall you were telling me about…" She started laughing so I think she knew this waterfall was really not that exciting to see but the only way I would walk that much was if she lied about it….it worked though…just like my lying worked =)! Here are some pictures from the hike! and a video of the WONDERFUL waterfall we walked 5 miles to see. -_-
Below are some quotes from different emails, texts, facebook messages, etc that I have received that have really motivated me and have helped me stay positive and smiling =)
"your positivity and faith in the midst of everything you're going through is amazing and encouraging."
"you're such a strong person and I know that if anyone can fight this, it's you."
"Although you may not understand why you are going through what you are, God is developing your character for your testimony so that you can help others."
"your blog has already touched so many hearts and inspired so many people not to take advantage of anything in life or anyone."
"God doesn't put challenges in people's live who cannot handle them."
"It takes really strong person to put their own pain aside and encourage and help other people."
"remember just because your grandma is not physically here, you grandma is definitely with you during all of this! she is without a doubt your guardian angel! embrace that and talk to her through all of this."
"face the reality of your cancer but don't let it control your attitude, confidence or thoughts."
"Often adversity gives us a chance to discover what we're made of, to build our resilience for things to come, and to express gratitude for all that we have."
"I can't say this enough but you are amazing for starting that blog, simply amazing. I'm not sure I'd have Enough strength and bravery to openly talk about it like you"
"Your positivity and cheerful spirit are infectious and a true testament to the strength of your character."
"All things are possible through Him and continue to maintain such a beautiful, fierce and fabulous spirit about you."
"cancer can go f**k themselves, your a tough chick I know you'll kick it's ass."
"God usually chooses his strongest warriors to go through the toughest trials because He's already equipped them with the tools to not just overcome, but to also be a blessing to everyone around them"
"You have grown and developed into such a phenomenal and inexplicably strong young woman who is not only an inspiration but also an angel that positively touches the lives of everyone around you and have always been that way since you were young."
"God molded you in a special way and his vision for your life breathes a prosperity and degree of ecstasy beyond belief."
"I think that this sickness is if anything going to make you so strong, and inspire many other young adults, as it has truly inspired me."
"everything is going to be fine in the end"
"Just know that with faith, your family, and your friends you will beat it easy. This thing has nothing on you. It cannot defeat you"
Thanks to those that have emailed me, texted me, called me, Facebook…whatever…you don't understand how much that means to me. Sometimes I feel down and then I will look at my phone to a text or email from someone and it will pick me up immediately. There is not one person that has had any doubt that I will get through this and THAT is why I KNOW I will beat this.
I also want to thank the people that email me that I don't necessarily know but email me to tell me their stories. To know that you have gone through the same thing that I'm going through and you are healthy now, gives me so much hope. Reading all these emails from cancer survivors is so uplifting.
I just want to take this blog to thank everyone so much for their support and encouraging words.
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