No Way

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inspired by Terry Fox who, in 1980, with one leg having been amputated due to cancer, embarked on an east to west cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research.

Life has too much to offer
I'm not ready to lay down and die
My cancer will not define me
It won’t limit me in any way
This challenge I will surpass 
And rise victorious
Everyday l will accomplish
A superhuman feat
I’ll boldly go
Where no one else has gone
I’ll make a difference
I‘ll push and conquer
Never succumb to defeat
No sir  No sir
This cancer
Will not win over me          



AP: Honorable Mention 2020

Posted on November 20, 2019

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Panagiota Romios

Date: 11/21/2019 8:21:00 AM

Line..Inspring and a great tribute. Thank you

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/21/2019 8:44:00 PM

Thank you so much, Panagiota. Much appreciated.

Chris Green

Date: 11/21/2019 7:56:00 AM

That is exactly the attitude that will help defeat this horrific disease. Wonderfully expressed Line. So many give up when they hear that word losing the will to fight. Your poem should be an inspiration to all.

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/21/2019 8:44:00 PM

Thank you so much, Chris. Most appreciated.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 11/20/2019 8:04:00 PM

What a tribute you've penned to Terry Fox. Magnifique! :) gw

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/20/2019 8:45:00 PM

Thank you so much, Gershon. Most appreciated.

Sandra Adams

Date: 11/20/2019 7:21:00 PM

it's hard to feel so upbeat when faced with cancer, i have seen it destroy moods, a positive attitude is always the best defense ...good write :) hugs

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/20/2019 8:44:00 PM

Absolutely, Sandra. Attitude is everything.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 11/20/2019 7:06:00 PM

This attitude is commendable and defendable.

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/20/2019 8:45:00 PM

Thanks, Caren.