VICTORY

I had tears of joy rolling down my cheeks as I read my friend Stephanie's blog the other day, and then again when I received the phone call. After a long, hard fight, my little Leukemia fighting friend, Odette, is now cancer free!

I have tried my hardest to be a supporter for Stephanie and little Odette, but it's hard to do from a distance. We talk weekly and I try my best to cheer her on. I have learned a lot from Stephanie and Odette.

Happiness is a choice. Being positive and putting your faith in the LORD is the only way to get through the darkness. It truly does take a Village to raise a family. No one in this situation can do it alone. It took friends, neighbors, and church members, to pitch in a help with the other kids at home while Stephanie spent the time needed in the hospital and Ken worked. It also took a slew of medical professionals to take care of Odette and get her what she needed.

Stephanie is an amazing person. She constantly does things for other people. Just last week she organized a "fun run" to raise money for a family who's father was just diagnosed with cancer. It was a success. ONE person really can make a difference.

I'm am blessed to have her as my friend. Love you girl!