Second Wind a Mother's Strength

Second WIND "Army Soldier and Two Time Breast Cancer Survivor", takes you on an uplifting journey of perseverance and faith. Whether you are faced with a breast cancer diagnosis or are a supporting family member or friend, you can take comfort in knowing that millions of men and women like you and me are walking, this journey with you. Inside is my heartfelt, warm and at times, fun filled story that opens your heart and allows you to accept and to survive any life altering diagnosis. We all have struggles and unforeseen circumstances that seem to set us back, but all we need to do is to trust and to believe that God sees and knows our challenges. Though your diagnosis may seem devastating, remember that you can withstand it and continue to live, to emerge, to grow and to find inner peace.

Sergeant Major Retired, Andrea Maine, is a two-time breast cancer survivor and is grateful to God for both miracles. Since her diagnosis of breast cancer, she dedicates herself to sharing God's blessings and to sharing her heartwarming testimony of serving her country while battling breast cancer. Her 24-year career as an active duty Soldier is decorated with numerous service related awards and accolades. Andrea and her two sisters were born to Margarite Freeman and the late Andrew Spell Jr. in Columbia, South Carolina. When she is not working as a High School Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Instructor she enjoys inspiring and mentoring youth. Andrea lives in North Carolina with her two sons, Jamel and Nicholas, where she continues her mission of motivating youth and spreading love, strength and support to every person she meets.