Catherine, Prinses van Wales, heeft maandag voor het eerst in lange tijd weer van zich laten horen. Goed nieuws: de chemotherapie is afgelopen en ze is kanker vrij. Maar daarmee is het herstel natuurlijk nog niet volledig. Hierbij de verklaring van de prinses, die de tekst ook vergezeld heeft doen gaan van een filmpje.
A MESSAGE FROM CATHERINE, THE PRINCESS OF WALES
As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed
my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can
change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road
unknown.
The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest
to you.
With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have
never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet
important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being
loved.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy,
my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public
engagements in the coming months when I can.
Despite all that has gone before, I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of
hope and appreciation of life.
William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength
from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion
has been truly humbling.
To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side,
hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.
© RB: Bron: © Kensington Palace
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