It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Paula
Yeung. Paula was our first 'Cancer
Crossing' interviewee. Her powerful
interview was a strong indication to us that we must continue to receive, and
share, the messages of cancer patients and their caregivers. Paula's message is featured on a piece from
our soon to be launched fundraising campaign.
This campaign is to raise seed money to produce our first publication,
which will be an e-book featuring 13-15 messages. Net proceeds from e-book sales will start the
fund which will assist cancer patients with expenses not covered by the
healthcare system or other financial aid programs.
A photo is included in this post of the piece from our fundraising
package but in case you cannot make the words out clearly, we have reprinted
her message here below.
"As the curtain lowers for all of us, we all feel despair
because of the uncertainty about its timing and the hereafter. As a Christian I
know I will be resting in the arms of my Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven. I have
that eternal hope and peace, which allow me to come to enjoy my new role as a
cancer patient. Having stage four lung cancer, I have entered another phase of
my life-journey where priorities need to be readjusted. I have since made
friends with many cancer patients. It has not been an easy process, but I am
thankful for the quiet time to reflect on the meaning of life, enjoying inner
peace and serenity.
I could choose to have my performance end with a sad note, or with
joy and peace. Joy is contagious; I wish my family and friends share my inner
peace, seeing the completion of my life in triumph. I have received my 20th
cycle of chemotherapy treatment in the last 23 months. My doctors have neither
magic nor cure to offer. My tumour is still there. As long as God allows, I
will joyfully continue my walk with my Redeemer; and lifting the discouraged. I
will listen to the pace of my body: eat and rest appropriately with moderate
exercise. The best medication is a joyful and thankful heart.
Life is fragile, but it is precious."
Rest in peace dearest Paula.
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