The end of 2016 was anything but easy for Madeline Pruett. First, came the cancer diagnosis; second, the surgery; third, months of chemotherapy. By the following May, Madeline was tired and grew increasingly weak - physically and emotionally. For months, Madeline had pushed forward despite the wear and tear that the treatments had caused. Before her chemotherapy treatments began, she cut her beautiful, long, dark hair and with the help of The Pink Ribbon Place, selected a “fun” wig that was completely different from what she was used to. “Just choosing something different was a step to letting go of what was a part of my life for so long,” said Madeline. As summer approached, it was time for her radiation treatments to begin. Madeline found it harder and harder to maintain her morale. As an avid hiker, Madeline had always found solace in the outdoors. When she could no longer hike, she become increasingly concerned about her ability to stay positive. That is when Madeline sought counseling through The Pink Ribbon Place. Over the remainder of her treatments, Madeline began to see the counselor regularly. Together, they worked on her goals and Madeline found the respite she so desperately needed. “While there were low periods,” recalled Madeline, “I was able to stay determined and in a positive state of mind.”