According to The World Health Organization, stomach cancer comes third in the most deadly of cancers, and, despite historical records that older men make up the bulk of patients, more and more, it affects people in their 30s, 40s, and 50s, says Sciencedaily.com. In 2020 stats, stomach cancer deaths exceeded those of breast cancer. So when Patricia received the devastating diagnosis of Stage IIIB Stomach Cancer at the age of 35, she had to abandon her baby girl, her husband, her job, and all her dreams, to fight for her life. After more than 13 years in remission, her surgeon tells her, “You are my miracle patient, having beaten all statistics and made liars out of us doctors.” Patricia discovers how to live past a 3-month diagnostic. Surviving a total gastrectomy, chemo and radiation treatments, depression (or so she’s been diagnosed), abortion, a hysterectomy, insurance litigation, and being taken care of by her mother again, she still found revelations to share. Through her suffering and quest for survival, every page offers guidance for patients and families. Strategies give patients the push to discover their own coping mechanisms and reasons to fight. Her fears, failings, and vulnerabilities emphasize challenges we may face after cancer. Despite the miracle, dynamics within a first-generation Italian immigrant family prove difficult to change. Patricia shares some family memories and theories on the cause of her cancer, some stats, and coinciding world occurrences. Loved ones also share their experience through letters to Patricia. This is not just another cancer memoir. It’s about living without a stomach, facing death and loss, and how positivity arises from so much dread. In accepting reality and her blessing, she begins to live without survivor’s guilt. She was the patient. Now she is the survivor. There is no judgment, only words of wisdom and aspiration. This is a health story most families face. Her message about mothers and daughters also shines through this overwhelming testament of strength and blessedness. Cathartic from writing her story and peer mentoring to help cancer patients understand what’s coming, diminishes fear and brings courage… because this story actually has a happy ending.