A Narrative Essay about Hating Cancer Because It Killed a Loved One

Cancer is a devastating disease that kills approximately 555,500 Americans a year. This disease cheats innocent people of the life they deserve. Cancer develops when cells in a part of the body begin to grow out of control. These abnormal cells outlive normal cells and continue to divide and grow more abnormal cells. If the disease is not detected early enough it can spread all over the body. This disease not only affects the victim, but everyone that cares for them.
My boyfriend's grandmother, Angela, was one of the sweetest, most genuine people I had ever met. Her energy was contagious. Just her presence could make you smile. She was my boyfriend's whole world. …