My motivation to start posting about gratitude originated from an illness that began in 2017. Now, six years later, I am grateful to be alive because of wonderful doctors at various hospitals. Recently, the City of Hope broke ground to build a new hospital closer to my home, targeted to open in 2025. My goal is to have treatments in that hospital in 2025 and long after.
A week ago, after labs and a visit with my doctor, I stepped outside to enjoy a cup of coffee, and was so pleased to discover that a huge ceiling beam had been positioned on the ground, with pens and instructions, inviting patients to sign and write an uplifting message on the beam. These messages will be built into the Foundation of Orange County’s only specialty cancer hospital to be completed by Summer of 2025. As one of their patients, I am thrilled to know that my note of gratitude will be embedded forever within the new hospital.
With deep gratitude, I recognize the outstanding missions of the City of Hope to provide HOPE, HEALING, Peace, Knowledge of best practices, and inclusion in every way possible to their patients. So joyful to receive treatments within the COH network.
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Gratitude Squared 
After i had cancer I had to get scans done in the Princess Margaret Hospital for 10years. I would go in to the meeting with the docotres after the scans with some fear and trepidation. But when I woulde get a clear bill of health and walk outside the hospital I would look up to the sky and be filled with gratitude. Halleluja!!! So I know how you feel. I am still here 23 years later. So onwards ever onwards.
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Wow that’s really special for patients and visitors alike.
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