"My journey with breast cancer began on a cold December day in 1996 with a call from my doctor stating that my mammogram was 'highly suspicious.' This journey has now taken me through a lumpectomy, a mastectomy with a free flap reconstruction, and many chemo sessions. I am a homemaker and have had the opportunity to home school our three children for six years. My husband is in full time ministry with a nonprofit organization.

In November 2005, I began a new chapter in my journey with news that my cancer had returned and had traveled into my abdominal cavity. I very quickly realized how very expensive it is to battle this awful disease. I'm very grateful for Circle of Hope as they have graciously chosen to help us close the gap between what insurance will cover and the cost of my treatments. God uses many means to bring us comfort. For me, one of them has been the financial and emotional support that Circle of Hope has given."