One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. How does one handle hearing the words 'You have breast cancer?' Not All Warriors Carry Guns is a compelling story of one woman's battle to become her own warrior in life; faced with the diagnosis of breast cancer not once but twice. This is an intensely personal account of Melissa Kerwin O'Neil's two-time journey with breast cancer; a mere thirty years old when first diagnosed and only four days from five years when the cancer returned. You will discover how Melissa displayed strength, hope and courage; relying on her values, faith in God and her relentless passion to live. Passionate and plainspoken, she is a true example of the importance of educating yourself on the unknowns and strong self-advocacy. She lives by a mantra of "knowledge is power." The informative facts and tips about breast cancer and the synopsis of her journey found in this must read will inspire, give hope and empower those facing a life altering diagnosis. With increased awareness and enhanced research over the past two decades, there is hope that we are getting closer to a cure.