This is a very exciting week for Cheryl's Bras and for my
family. Back in August, Fox 2 News in St Louis was asking for stories about
Breast Cancer for a special they would be airing in October. I had several
friends from back home email me the link and tell me I needed to write in. After
some thought, I did. A couple of weeks ago the news station called me and asked
if I would come on as their guest and tell my sisters' story. I said YES!
http://fox2now.com/on-air/ this link may allow people to see me on Friday.
This Friday I will be on the five o'clock news talking about my
sister Cheryl and how we started Cheryl's Bras in honor and memory of her. What
sticks out the most me is the promise my sister made me before she passed. I was
sitting by her bedside and I asked her if she would still be there for me when
she died and how was I going to get her advice when she wasn't here anymore. She
looked at me and said, Adrienne, "I have always been here for you on earth, why
would I not be here for you in Heaven." It made perfect sense and she has kept
this promise. As you can tell, I haven't written many entries in my blog since I
moved to Florida in June. It has been a difficult transition for me, missing my
friends, starting a new school, missing my old students and co-teachers, missing
my son Tanner that still lives in Missouri. I haven't felt much like I could
share motivating thoughts or complain to people that have much bigger, important
issues that they are dealing with in their lives. With that being said a couple
of weeks ago I hit rock bottom. I was severely depressed and just wanted to
throw in the towel. I wanted to quit teaching, give up my dream of Cheryl's Bras
and just crawl in bed and cry. I had a dream that very night that seemed so
real, the kind that you wake up and look around because you felt like you were
really there. My sister came to me, she had a clear message. That very day, I
had one of the best days at my new school, joined the gym, and received a call
from Fox 2 News. Some might think that was just me trying to connect it all,
but to me it was my sister keeping her promise.
Cheryl never felt sorry for herself. She always looked at the
glass half full, never half empty. She appreciated life to the very last second
she was here on earth. She always gave me that extra boost when I needed it. I
am so honored to tell all of the Fox 2 viewers about my sister and share her
spirit with everyone. I hope to be able to provide hope to those that maybe
struggling, encouragement to those that need that extra push and support to
those battling cancer.
Even though I have missed my August deadline of getting
Cheryl's Bras production completed. I am still positive and focused that we will
be able to work out the financing and get Cheryl's Bras in the hands of everyone
that needs them.
May you live this week to the fullest! Make the most of your
dash.
I love you all,
Adrienne
