Terrell Cleare.
As her ninth year post-successful colorectal cancer surgery approaches, Terrell Cleare, 50, still thinks about being diagnosed with stage three colorectal cancer and what she went through to save her life. Today, she expresses gratitude daily, but admits March, which is recognized as colorectal cancer awareness month, is special to her and reminds her that she can be an inspiration to others.
“I can tell my story. I’m living proof that this is survivable,” said Cleare who was diagnosed with stage three colorectal cancer at age 42.
“Every day of my life I thank God that I’ve come this far and to be cancer-free. To live my life is thanking God that I’m here, because a lot of people aren’t here to speak about their journey, and I’m living proof,” said Cleare.