Posted on June 14, 2013
I know how important it is for people to talk to others who are going through the same emotional rollercoaster. My website is for anyone who is affected by mesothelioma – whether they are patients, caretakers, family, or friends – to share their stories and find support. I am proud to be a part of something so strong that the world is starting to listen. And I am most proud of the support I get every single day. I have met so many wonderful and courageous people who give me the strength to fight on. We are making a difference. —Debbie Brewer
Today, in memory of Debbie Brewer, and just a few days before Father’s Day, we focus on Sharing Your Story. Not one story, but over 50 stories already on our website, and thousands more still to tell from around the world. One of the ways Meso Warriors like Debbie find support is by knowing each other’s stories. If you haven’t read the powerful stories ADAO’s community has told, we urge you to do so.
Do they know what it is like to look your children in the eyes every morning and night, telling them you love them and not know how much longer I have here? —John
I loved my Daddy. He took me hunting and fishing and ski-dooing. He taught me to swim at age 3. I was always his ‘Pumpkin.’ Many times when I needed help or advice, he was there. I still hear his words echo in my mind. He loved our family with his whole heart. —Rudy’s Daughter
I was ten when my dad was diagnosed with Mesothelioma. I had absolutely no idea what that word meant or even how to pronounce it. After coming home from summer camp, my parents sat me down at our kitchen table and told me that Daddy had cancer. After a while and a few surgeries here and there, my dad had one lung, and was hanging on with a thin string of hope, which was my mom and me. He passed away on the day of the season finale for our favorite TV show, “24.” I was unable to finish that season with my father and realized that many other unfinished things involving him would come in my future, such as my graduations and wedding. I am proud to say that I am a part of ADAO and hope that the children of victims will carry on this legacy for years to come. It is very true that the youth is our future and we are well aware of this fact. I, personally, have never been pressured to do anything asbestos-related; I always do it out of my own will. My wish is for no family or individual to go through what my family and countless others have. —Alan’s Daughter
If you haven’t yet shared your story with us, please do so today.
In unity,
Linda