Prayer for Pascale

Pascale on her wedding day

I knew the day would come when I'd be writing a post about the devil: aka Cancer. I lost a few instrumental heroes to this merciless disease. I can create a family tree of all those I love and have lost. My grandfather, Donato; my mentor, Lou Adler; famous friend/restaurateur, Santo Buffone; warrior mom, sister, daughter and friend, Cathy Procopio; and now I have my dear grandmother, Nonna Maria and friend, Pascale both battling in the trenches.
As I write this, my former colleague and friend, Pascale is in active duty on the assault line. She's tirelessly fighting the enemy. She has ammunition to support her - her husband, her stepson, her devoted family, and an incredible fanbase of friends, encouraging her through combat.
I can sit here and bitch about how Cancer torments with great physical and mental anguish, but I refuse to make this about the enemy. This is a dedication to my friend who is a warrior unlike any other. This is the second time she takes on this devil. As soon as she crushed Cancer the last time, she was back at work.
A talented artist and graphic designer, Pascale has the gift of making a pencil dance on paper. Each sketch of the human face she creates, seems to look into your soul. Pascale is a perfectionist, so when she made finding love her mission, it manifested into Martin, aka Mr. Perfect.
I'm not sure why Pascale has been chosen to experience this indescribable suffering. What I am sure of though, is that she won't be defeated by Cancer. No chemo, radiation or infection will destroy her Spirit. I want to share Pascale's battle with everyone because she deserves to be honored for her perseverance, her immeasurable courage, and most importantly, for her motivation to prevail over her enemy.
Pascale, there's no doubt you feel our collective energy around you. We're all on the sidelines cheering you on! No one will ever know what you're living both physically and mentally, but we do know is the strength of your Spirit and we have hope.
Edited from Marianne Williamson:
Dear God,
Please place Your hand upon Pascale (and all like her who suffer)
and heal her body, mind and soul.
Fill every cell with love and light.
Restore her to Your endless peace.
And so it is.
Amen