First off, I want to say I love you. You may not have heard that in a while because you're so busy saying it to your loved one that is currently ill. Also, you don't know me at all. But, still. I love you. Please smile today. Please do something you haven't in a while today. Please allow yourself to be full of joy and peace today. This has been tough on you from the beginning and the scariest thing to ever happen. How will this turn out? I want you not to worry about that today. Sounds crazy but seriously just breathe today.

I don't understand why my aunt, or your aunt had to get this. Your mom, father, sister, brother, husband, wife, or child had/has to go through this. But you are not in this alone.

For those families that have lost their loved one, I'm so sorry to hear that. But please have peace knowing they aren't in pain anymore. They don't have to wake up wondering how they'll get through the day because they're so weak. They don't have to worry about getting odd stares for their bald head. They're no longer struggling. I know, it was way too soon to lose them.

My aunt was 45 years old and we had to celebrate her 46th birthday last week.(and would be so salty if she knew I was telling her age haha). She wasn't there. We couldn't call her. I could've give her a hug and gift this year like I had the luxury of doing last year.

BUT I could smile at the beautiful memories I have saved with her. I could smile at how much I always admired how much of a lady she was. And most importantly I could smile knowing she isn't sick anymore. She's looking down on me wanting me to still pursue happiness in my life like she did. So is your loved one. Please smile today.

For those families that are going through this difficult and terrifying ordeal, please don't give up. Don't be defeated. Don't lose hope or faith. Ask God for strength everyday. Give them a hug and kiss each time you see them. Pray for their healing every single day. If you just completely have no idea what to do, ask God, or just simply say "God I don't get this at all, please help me", He always listens and replies.

This isn't the end for you and your family. Please know there's someone out there that gets it and cares. I know it isn't something that could ever be described in words how you feel or how much I care and wish things like this didn't have to happen. But today is for you. Be a warrior for them. Be a warrior for you.

For families that have dealt with this and your loved one made it through, I'm so happy for you. I'm ecstatic. I'm overjoyed. I get teary-eyed reading about the miracles of healing some people have been given. Thank you for being there each step of the way with them. You're appreciated.

I pray for each and every person reading this for peace. You're not weak for crying about this. I don't care if it was 5 years ago or yesterday. You're not lost. You're not crazy. You're human, and I'm pretty sure none of us other humans understand the C word. Again, I love you. Smile today. Be filled with peace today.

Best Wishes,

Someone Who Gets It.