My Unsung Hero

Deb Merchant's Story

Feb 14, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Choosing To Stay When Offered An Out

  • When Deb was first diagnosed in 2003 she offered Scott the chance to leave the relationship.
  • Scott immediately chose to stay, saying 'we're a team,' and then supported her through biopsy, tamoxifen, and radiation.
ANECDOTE

Partner Stayed Through Every Chemotherapy Visit

  • Deb Merchant described Scott Stevens staying with her through every chemotherapy session instead of just dropping her off.
  • He not only comforted Deb with pillows, blankets, and tea but checked on every patient in the room each week for six months.
ANECDOTE

Small Gestures Extended To Others In The Clinic

  • Deb recounted the first chemo day when she expected Scott to leave but he stayed and made her comfortable.
  • He then moved through the room offering blankets, pillows, and hot tea to other patients, starting a pattern he continued weekly.
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