Beth Chapman Is All About 'Embracing The Unembraceable' As She Talks On Body Changes After Struggling With Throat Cancer

January 3, 2018 16:45

For reality TV personality Beth Chapman, the holidays were a time to be thankful for good health.

She and her husband Duane 'Dog' Chapman, a star of the reality show Dog The Bounty Hunter, recently went through quite the ordeal as she battled a huge health challenge,

Cancer diagnosis

Earlier, Beth was diagnosed with throat cancer. In a two-hour special documentary, Dog and Beth: Fight of Their Lives, the couple shared their experiences with the world.

In November, Beth underwent surgery, and the family was very thrilled to find, later, that she was cancer-free.

A post shared by Beth Chapman (@mrsdog4real) on Dec 25, 2017 at 8:30pm PST

Speaking to Fox News about how they were able to survive the difficult times, Beth said:

Through this cancer episode, we had to drum up as much faith as we could.

'Embracing the unembraceable'

In a recent Instagram post, Beth Chapman, once again, expressed her gratitude for health while also talking about the body changes she experienced due to cancer.

Embracing the unembracable #newbeginnings #newyear Prior to my surgery I had no lines no wrinkles a perfect neck if you will. It has been very hard to look at this in the mirror, it serves as a constant reminder of something I’d love to forget .However some life lessons you should never forget only learn from them and learn to embrace them so today I reveal my worst battle scar and know that things will get better in #2018 #secondchances #DogandBeth #battlescars

A post shared by Beth Chapman (@mrsdog4real) on Jan 1, 2018 at 11:08am PST

On January 2nd, Beth narrated how she never had to deal with wrinkles on her neck before her diagnosis and treatment.

It has been very hard to look at this in the mirror.

However, even though these were a reminder of a time she would "love to forget", she fully embraced the lessons they had thought her. Now, instead of feeling shy and insecure about what she described as her 'battle scar,' she is ready to fully embrace it.

I reveal my worst battle scar and know that things will get better in #2018.

A post shared by Beth Chapman (@mrsdog4real) on May 20, 2017 at 9:51am PDT

Her husband's unwavering support

Duane Chapman was right there with her through her health battle. Beth constantly celebrated their love for each other via several Instagram posts.

A post shared by Beth Chapman (@mrsdog4real) on Apr 21, 2017 at 5:45am PDT

A post shared by Beth Chapman (@mrsdog4real) on Apr 8, 2017 at 11:37pm PDT

Duane Chapman never once considered leaving his woman's side. He told Fox:

My job was to stand behind her and beside her. And I tried to do my job extremely well over the years and I’m trying to do my job even better today.

August 30, 2004 @aetv where it all began .

A post shared by Beth Chapman (@mrsdog4real) on Dec 27, 2017 at 12:57am PST

The family clearly did not take their blessing for granted this holiday season, and their story of survival and love is one that we can all learn from. Beth's determination to only see the good despite the scars can serve as a reminder for us all to look past our imperfection and simply be grateful to be alive.