Courageous Mother-of-four Fighting Terminal Cancer Determined to Create Cherished Family Memories
Terminal cancer diagnoses often bring untold sorrow to their victims, but for one Lincolnshire mother-of-four that's a challenge she's decided to face head on. Determined to create lasting memories with her family, Louise Beevers, 40, from Willingham-by-Stow, is using her time to the fullest despite her dire health condition.
Louise's Battle with Cancer
Her journey began in January this year when she discovered a lump in her breast while pregnant with her fourth child, Suzy. Even during her pregnancy, she underwent a mastectomy and a lymph node clearance, leading to an early delivery in August. However, chemotherapy treatments that followed were met with a saddening revelation; the cancer had spread to her lungs, and it was now incurable.
Fundraiser Launched to Support Louise's Family
One of Louise's friends, Amanda O'Dell, moved by her predicament, set up a fundraiser to assist the family during this challenging time. The local community has rallied behind the cause, and so far, nearly £15,000 has been raised.
"It's incredibly overwhelming and astounding that so many people have come together at such a sad time to make a difference and do good. The most shocking thing in all of this is people getting in touch to say how I've helped them. It's astounding how you can touch people and not realise," Louise remarked.
Leaving a Lasting Legacy
Louise and her partner, Alister, are aware that she doesn't have long to live but are hopeful of making the most with the time left, especially for their kids. Louise said, "I want to enjoy every single second that we've got left together and make the most of it. Suzy is seven weeks old so the chances are she won't have a living memory of me, that's why we're documenting every single thing that we do now."
Raising Awareness about Breast Cancer
Louise also wishes to increase awareness of the lethality of breast cancer. She strongly advises everyone to go for regular check-ups and persist with investigations if they notice anything unusual about their breasts. Her campaign aims to emphasize that breast cancer is not always a treatable condition.
Support for Louise Beevers on JustGiving
Donations to support the family can be made on the JustGiving page where Amanda initiated the fundraiser.