Rod Stewart Turned 78?!

Hey, Y'all!

I originally had a different idea for my post, but then I realized that today is Rod Stewart's 78th birthday, and I just had to give him a shoutout! I've been a huge fan of Rod Stewart and his music for so long, all the way back to the early years of "Maggie May"...

I have attended many of his concerts over the years. I even met him at an Atlanta nightclub many years ago. When I greeted him, Rod kissed my hand and bowed to me. He was such a gentleman!

CANCER SURVIVOR

I want to mention that Rod is not only a great talent but also a two-time cancer survivor. He battled thyroid cancer in 2000 and temporarily lost his ability to sing as a result. It took him 9 months to regain his singing ability after the surgery to remove the cancer.

Rod said once in an interview--

"No chemotherapy was required – which, in turn, meant there was no risk that I'd lose my hair. And let’s face it: if we're ranking threats to the survival of my career, losing my hair would be second only to losing my voice."

In 2016, Rod was diagnosed with prostate cancer, around the same time I was diagnosed with breast cancer. After over two years, he finally got the "all-clear" from his doctor. These days, Rod is making the most of his time by doing what he loves, such as performing, touring, and recording, and bringing joy to his fans. 

Like I said, I have loved Rod's music for a long time, and it has helped me dance, sing, and smile through some really tough times.

When I was initially diagnosed with breast cancer, I discovered that Rod's music really lifted my spirits. It still has the same effect as I undergo treatment again. Whenever I'm feeling down or dealing with medication side effects, I turn to my all-time favorite artist for comfort. His music continues to make me smile, sing, and occasionally do a little dancing!

Maybe my dance moves aren't quite the same as during my earlier Limelight disco days, but I'm still dancing. I'm genuinely grateful to Sir Rod for that!

Sir Roderick Stewart, you may be getting older like the rest of us; however...........

YOU WEAR IT WELL! Happy 78th Birthday!