Six years of silence | Carte Blanche | M-Net

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝟯𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰.
It was a 40th birthday celebration that should’ve ended in high spirits. But without warning, career woman and mom of three young children, Kim Ballantine, lost her voice. Spasmodic dysphonia, a rare and serious neurological condition, caused her vocal cords to spasm, leaving her unable to breathe and, on several occasions, at death’s door. Meals were puréed and sipped through a straw but often triggered life-threatening spasms of Kim’s vocal cords. Doctors couldn’t find the cause of her condition, and she was told she would never speak again. And then, just as the family was learning to adapt to a new normal, Kim was diagnosed with breast cancer. In this remarkable story of loss and hope, love and faith, we speak to a family that stuck together through the tough times, inspiring us never to give up - no matter how dire the situation may appear.
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[@tumitselane4567]

The resilience of this woman, so glad this family pulled together despite the terrible lows. Bravo❤

[@ursulapechey1706]

Awesome story of hope. Made me cry when she said Lord i choose life. Gives me the strength to go on🙏

[@ericakaalsen348]

A miracle!!! What an amazing story of hope and trust

[@AM-id9ql]

What an incredible story of family, love and hope. I wish her more life.!

[@marieslabbert6009]

This really touched me. I hope doctors will take note and remember in future, as this is such a rare disease, to look for cancer if it happens to anybody from now on. I am so happy for their family. They really missed her and visa versa.

[@miriamuithaler2089]

I choose life, profound words. Yes, I was speech impaired, semi bedridden, for nearly two full years while studying. I thank Aleim each time with these words. Christ gifted me with the abundance of life. Hope, love, faith, and Love are the greatest that conquered all.

[@tessamcwilliams-lf7lu]

This story has given me hope. It is very similar to my own story. I was diagnosed with Spasmodic Dysphonia 28 years ago. Kim has described the emotional impact on one's life very well. I also use Botox injections to help me speak. Being a Christian has helped me to walk this externally difficult path in life.

[@mariovanrooyen6074]

Amazing story

[@monicakieck7501]

Such an inspirational story❤

[@TravellerOneOneNine3]

Beautiful episode very inspiring

[@taunyanedicksonramajoe5467]

A beautiful touching story wow Kim has went through the most 😢

[@jenE12]

So inspiring ❤

[@vuyokazimzinyati6475]

Loved the Shawshank Redemption quote. What a beautiful story of hope! Thanks for reviving my faith ❤

[@lillianvandenberg3698]

A miracle!

[@lungilemotubatse8491]

This is a story of hope

[@Smm31012]

You all are blessed to have each other

[@ontjamba]

Heart-rending!

[@tebogonthaudi85]

❤ what a beautiful ending..

[@siviwekulu6996]

Wow! Thank you Jesus 🙌🏾

[@Larry4867]

beautiful ending..

[@tanndobaloyi3338]

If my wife couldn't speak, I think I'd love her more

[@SApcGUY]

Every man can agree 😂

[@sds2954]

Eish. SAFFAs can take nothing seriously ne! 😂

[@marieslabbert6009]

😆😆😆

[@tumisosenoamadi665]

😂😂😂😂

[@tngtng9929]

@@tanndobaloyi3338 tjoo I'm speechless

[@JeffreyGrebe]

Rob survived this not because he is a Dr. He drives a Land Rover that has taught him lots!!!

[@LorraineMosikari]

Wow, It's an encouraging story yooo

[@LiefieVenter]

PRAISE THE LORD!

[@wespeakthetruthhere7413]

OMW Ashley’s sister and brother, I knew I recognised the surname.

[@sheilladunn9424]

How do we submit stories to follow up? Or ideas to investigate

[@thandompm5ex]

Beautiful ending 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@GD-ib1jc]

This is what tapping into the quantum field looks like, you are the operant power!

[@lanceyoung2083]

@@GD-ib1jc Jesus is the only way and true power.

[@MentalFacility-u7o]

Nah! Father chrismas is the only way and true power. ​@@lanceyoung2083

[@hilarycrawford427]

❤AMEN

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