She was gentle yet strong. Her spirit was contagious. I was clueless when it struck, gathering pieces wasn't my only priority. Little did I know my actions would cascade. Cancer is one of the most difficult battles one has to fight... it is a life changing experience for everyone involved and even though caregiving is the backbone of the treatment, we sadly are all novices trying to somehow make things work when we face the disease. What would you do if the life of the one person dearest to you is at stake Her ordeal wasn't her's alone. It brought everyone together and it has taught me a lot of things in many different ways. An unforgettable lesson and the learning of a lifetime which I am now ready to share...