This book chronicles many cases of adversity that I have been faced with over

the course of my life, with a primary focus on my struggles and triumphs through

a difficult late stage ovarian cancer diagnosis at age 39. I lost my sister when I

was 22 years old and my father unexpectedly when I was 30. Through all of this I

continue to "survive and advance" and seek to provide a positive outlook despite

a diagnosis that promotes a grim 20%, 10 year survival rate. Ultimately, through

my journey as a long-time athlete I have learned relentless grit and determination

combined with discipline and a warrior's mindset that has helped me persevere

the last 3.5 years since diagnosis.

At the end of the day, I am not a celebrity or any different than anyone else, but

I am here to share my story of overcoming devastating odds with the hopes of

seeing my children grow up.