That's the question the twenty young people in this book had to answer when they were diagnosed with childhood cancer. "Perseverance" tells of their trials and tribulations, of their triumphs, and of the unique challenges that day-to-day college life brings them. "Perseverance" also provides an intimate look at the lives and journeys of these young people and how their courage and strength have affected the lives of others. These honest, first-person accounts lend amazing depth to the inspiring lives of these young men and women. Twenty unique and fascinating viewpoints, with one common theme: perseverance. The stories of these heroes demonstrate how anyone can learn to live with energy and passion, regardless of the obstacles to be faced, and will remind us all that now is everything.