My Journey As A Cancer Survivor: The Power of Sharing Cancer has changed my life forever. It has taken many of my family members from me. It took my grandmother, Allie Mae Holley, my brother-in-law, Nathaniel Pondexter, and my dad, Elmer L. Newby. And now it has come for me too. But today, I stand here cancer-free for a year, sharing my story hoping that it will inspire, support, create awareness, and save lives. My dad meant a lot to me. When he was diagnosed with prostate cancer a few years ago, he fought bravely, but eventually, the disease took his life. Losing him left a hole in my heart. Not long after my father's death, I found myself facing my own cancer diagnosis, with bladder cancer. It felt surreal, but I knew I had to fight this disease, for the memory of my dad and my other family members. I'm glad to say I'm a cancer survivor and have been cancer-free for a year, thanks to God, my wife Mary, and support from family and friends. I support Cancer of many Colors, because of their powerful mission to ease the financial burden on cancer patients by covering basic living expenses during treatment. Let's keep fighting together!!! EJ Newby