Name- Novi

Age- 76

Occupation – Retired school teacher, parish worker and realtor

Children Matthew 51, Andrew 49, Stephen 47

When were you diagnosed? July 2009

How was it found?  Self Exam.

Do you have a family history of breast cancer? One aunt

As a woman what gives you your strength? The loving care of my heavenly father, my beautiful family, many friends and my precious husband.

Briefly state in your own words something about yourself that you want people to know.  I was devastated to learn that I had cancer, but I told everyone because I wanted all the prayer support I could get. We had friends in Europe, all across the US, and New Zealand. I reckon there were thousands who prayed for me. And I could feel the effects of those prayers, even through the nightmare of chemo. Awful as it was I’m glad to have come through it all and still be here. I live to encourage others.