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A NEW LIFE

A Poem written by Tonya Standiford, a leukemia patient hero.

When you think of me don't feel sad or blue

I only think happy thoughts when I think of you

I was chosen to have this dreadful disease

And with your help I've handled it with unbelievable ease

God had sent Miracles down from above

When the odds were against us he showed us His love

I've been given a wonderful doctor and brother

Family and friends have rallied around

Without one remark or complaining sound

I will say for now that I "HAD" cancer

So if you ask that will be my answer

This blessing has taught me one thing or two

I call it a blessing because it is me and not you

If in my life it decides to return

It is than I will know there is more to learn

So continue to think positive thoughts day and night

And remember you are the ones who help me to fight.


This poem was read to 800 participants and guests by Tonya Standiford at the TEAM in TRAINING pasta party before the Mardi Gras Marathon.