*To pay it forward I work with Gifting Care 501(c)3 (www.GiftingCare.org) and help raise donations to be able to gift our Comfort Kits to local Austin breast cancer patients. This non-profit has gifted thousands of kits to places like BCRC Breast Cancer Resource Center, Seton’s Breast Care Center, and Seton Main. The patient navigators or nurses deliver these Comfort Kits right to the patient bedside. That's community love!
My Shadow Story
When I first looked in the mirror after surgery, I was shocked when I saw my scars and drain tubes. My mind started casting doubt on survival and whether I would look normal again. I went outside for my first walk after surgery, and I saw my shadow on the sidewalk. Unlike the mirror that reminded me of all the things that were wrong, my shadow reminded me of all the things that were right. I was alive and still able to cast a shadow on this earth. From that moment on I would battle for only positive thoughts.
The mirror no longer dictated how I was doing. So when you can go for a walk, look for your shadow. Remember, it’s there because you’re here. I hope my shadow story encourages you to think positive and stay strong as you’re going through this difficult journey.
Thank you,
Cherie B. Mathews
Founder & CEO healincomfort
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