Goodbye Letter From a Young Woman Dying of Cancer Might Give You Some Perspective on Life

Holly Butcher knew she was in the last stages of cancer when she posted a message on Facebook on January 3 that everyone should read. Butcher’s post went viral, and, sadly, the 27-year-old died the next day after battling cancer.

Photo Credit: Facebook, Holly Butcher

The young Australian woman’s message is filled with sadness, but also reminds readers to cherish every single day we have on this planet with our family and friends. One of Butcher’s many pieces of wisdom is to “Appreciate your good health and functioning body — even if it isn’t your ideal size.” Read her entire message below.