When I am asked who I look up to, one that always comes to mind is Senator John McCain. I looked up to him for a multitude of reasons from his military service to standing up for individuals who are unable to stand up for themselves. This fondness grew when I found out that he was diagnosed with brain cancer.
As a cancer survivor I felt a strong bond to him, because I understood first hand how a disease can throw a wrench into the way that your life was planned. But, what was amazing is that it seemed that he never let his cancer diagnosis get the best of him. This testimony, along with continuing to fight to the end is an inspiration that I believe that many can apply in their everyday lives.
As a Nation and a society we were blessed to have such a selfless icon bless us for 81 years. In his famous words, "[m]y time is slipping by. Yours is fast approaching. You will know where your duty lies. You will know." I believe it is our duty to continue his work and legacy by spending humanity, decency, and service across the Globe. That is our duty and I hope you will join me in doing just that!
Always Remembered and Never Forgotten.
As a cancer survivor I felt a strong bond to him, because I understood first hand how a disease can throw a wrench into the way that your life was planned. But, what was amazing is that it seemed that he never let his cancer diagnosis get the best of him. This testimony, along with continuing to fight to the end is an inspiration that I believe that many can apply in their everyday lives.
As a Nation and a society we were blessed to have such a selfless icon bless us for 81 years. In his famous words, "[m]y time is slipping by. Yours is fast approaching. You will know where your duty lies. You will know." I believe it is our duty to continue his work and legacy by spending humanity, decency, and service across the Globe. That is our duty and I hope you will join me in doing just that!
Always Remembered and Never Forgotten.