An excerpt from Zita's story: "Joy and sorrow can coexist, so let your precious tears fall like diamonds on the floor for there is healing in releasing this built-up pressure, like the white teardrop that emerges from beneath the broken heart of the flower plant. There is value in emotion as in diamonds. It is the release and relief that cleanses, restores and balances the mind, body and soul. As brother Mike said as I lay crying one day, “It’s okay and important to feel the hard emotions and cry.” We are all just walking each other Home. So mom, when we see you again in Heaven one day, it’ll be our turn to say, “Put on the water, let’s have tea!” ~ granddaughter Kristina. To my husband Gerry, thank you for loving all of me 143. My beautiful family, friends, coworkers and healthcare team- Thank You!"

Hello! I'm Lisa McKenzie, the Founder of You Night Events and the "We Lift You Up" fund 501c3 public charity dedicated to helping cancer survivors find a path forward after a diagnosis. Life is never the same after hearing the words, "You have cancer." For many, the trauma of the experience can interfere with living life to the fullest. Our "Story Crafting" Program helps individuals deconstruct a challenging life event and reconstruct it. Listen in!

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Still I Rise features stories from You Night's STORY CRAFTING COMMUNITY. To read additional stories, visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/YouNightStories. Would you like to participate in a 6-week Story Crafting small group experience so that you can share your story? Write to us at teamyounight@gmail.com