I was not familiar with John Edwards until he was running mate with John Kerry during the 2004 presidential election. I liked him them and I like him even more now. He appeared genuine and sincere. He portrayed a man who emerged from humble beginnings to become a person of education, wealth, and stature. Everything has not always been roses for the Edwardses. John and his family have seen their share of tragedy with the death of their teenage son and Elizabeth’s battle with breast cancer during that campaign.

Yesterday every media was scrambling to tell another sad story about John Edwards’ wife Elizabeth. A day or so ago Elizabeth was in pain and went to her doctor to see what might be amiss. It was discovered then that her cancer has moved into the bone and perhaps some other locations. Predictions from her doctor this time around tell that this latest cancer, which is a stage four, is not curable, as her breast cancer was, yet it is treatable. Once the extent of her cancer is determined a treatment plan will be developed and evaluated at regular intervals to determine how best to continue. This may be a long and arduous road. Treatment depends on many factors of which a positive mental attitude and hope can make the most difference of all.  

From press statements made in person by John and Elizabeth Edwards on camera it appears that despite this setback they will continue their campaign toward the presidency in 2008. She candidly said, “I do not look sick. I do not feel sick.” John stood at her side smiling lovingly, both offering unspoken encouragement to the other. Together they exuded confidence, hope, and sincerity. I applaud their courage as I am sure this was not an easy decision to make. The only consideration came from John stating that “anytime, any place Elizabeth needed him he will be there”.

My best wishes for a successful recovery rest with both, John and Elizabeth. For more information about the candidate John Edwards and his stances on the issues log onto the web site http://johnedwards.com.

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About the author: Michelle Malsbury was born and raised in Champaign, Illinois. Currently she resides in Florida. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Business Management and a Masters Degree in Business Management. She has just been accepted into Doctoral College and will begin that three year journey in the fall of 2006. She plans to write her dissertation on "The Economic Feasibility and Sustainability of Alternative Fuel Sources".

Travels have taken her from Europe through the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, and across much of the United States.

She is joint founder of the Apalachicola Yacht Club (AYC) and holds the post of secretary/treasurer. For the AYC she drafted the Constitution and Bylaws outlining membership rules, regulations, and guidelines.

She enjoys outdoor activities like sailing, water-skiing, hiking, bike riding, working out, and fishing as well as reading, music, theatre, playing with her two amusing pets (Abu Chez, her 7.5 year old Australian Blue Heeler and Zack, her three year old yellow tabby cat) and writing.

"Three Years With Adonis" is the first to be published of several books that she has written. It is now available in all the better bookstores, but can also be found and ordered at Amazon.com, Booksamillion.com, Barnesandnoble.com, or ordered directly from her web sites, www.3yearswithadonis.com, www.threeyearswithadonis.com, or www.MichelleMalsbury.com. In addition to "Three Years With Adonis", she has authored four other books and three screenplays while continuing to explore all that life hands her.



Email Michelle Malsbury: zackywacks@aol.com

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