Since the summer of 2009, I have been very concerned about youths whose parents are in crisis, whether physical, emotional, or mental. This issue is personal to me, as my father was diagnosed with cancer that summer. I was only 14 years old when he was diagnosed, and my family's struggle filled my journey through high school with different experiences and challenges than most.
During the hardest time of my life, I relied on my family, my friends, and the gospel taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. At times, however, I felt isolated and as if no one around me knew what I was going through. I would have loved to have been able to read the story of someone who could relate to me, and I believe that many young people need that now.
I never intended to start a project to help change people's lives when I started this blog in June, but that is my purpose now. Through my posts (and hopefully the posts of others), I hope to be able to help people who are in situations similar to what I've gone through and to provide a beacon of light for them.
My mom was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer this year. I didn't even know what to say. The doctor's still haven't done anything about it. They refuse to do any further testing to find out how far along it is, what they need to do to fix it, or if it has spread. They refuse because our insurance won't cover it. If you noticed me walking in choir red in the face or leaving crying, that is why. I was pretty distraught for a while. I know how you feel. I hope your dad is doing well now, and if not, I apologize. I am the only one of my siblings that knows. If you ever need to talk about it, I'm here.
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-Amanda Hine
I think what you are doing is amazing! I am so happy that you are choosing this topic because I think it can and will help a lot of people including myself! Thanks girl!
ReplyDeleteXOXO, Emily
Thank you so much, Emily! I love your topic so much!
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