wish I had said. And what I say to anyone who feels that pang of pity well up in their chest when they hear my story and see my scars is, "Well it sure beats cancer though doesn't it?!?" The reality of cancer is a dark one. It is not all pink and festive like the ads would have you believe. It is scars. It is a body ravaged by drugs and a long harsh treatment schedule. It is a time of fear, darkness, and uncertainty. And while I may be standing before you nipple-less, boob-less, and without a defining part of my femininity. I also stand in front of you healthy and cancer-free. I got to make a choice. A choice I am grateful to be given. A choice that was afforded to me by years of research and medical innovation. So put away the pity. And help me stand up and fight instead. Help me fight so more women can have a choice. So more woman aren't asked to face that reality. On September 30th I will be running in Collingwoods CIBC Run for the cure. (and yes this is a shameless plug for sponsorship) Cancer is an ugly disease, but I believe we CAN beat it in our life time! And I would love if you all would help me join the fight! Pity can be tough to know how to handle, so now you have a response for the next time you see/hear it. I continue