James Van Der Beek feels "thankful" for his "tough year" as he battles cancer.
The 'Dawson's Creek' star, 47, recently went public with his health crisis after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer and he's reflected on the challenges he faced admitted he's grateful for his "new relationship" with his body and the "re-direct" the illness has given him as well as all the love and support he's received from his family and friends.
