Originally Posted by
ianstew
I don't care whether he doped or not. My opinion is he didn't, but that's just a gut feeling, as I don't know enough about he whole situation.
Regardless, the man was diagnosed with cancer, had his testicle removed, chemotherapy, and had his brain operated on. Then he went on to compete in the TDF. Alot. Many people in his position would have just rolled over and given up. But he didn't.
And that was an inspiration to me.
As a cancer survivor and someone who was inspired by Armstrong, like ianstew, I found survival strength in the yellow LIVESTRONG wristband; I've worn the wristband for years to remind me how fortunate I am and how I should live for good health.
Many high profile figures in sports, politics, religion, science and other fields who have provided inspiration and leadership have also had personal shortcomings...a not-so-endearing side. Their inspirational contributions have lived on despite blemishes on their personal history. So it is with Lance. His recovery from cancer inspired me and continues to be a ray of hope for patients fighting cancer today.