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What is lovely never dies, but passes into other loveliness, Stardust or seafoam, flower or winged air. ― Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Experiencing spring's renewal after a cancer diagnosis, I focus on health through checkups, diet and exercise, embracing change and well-being.

Living with Lynch isn't easy, but it's not all doom and gloom. It's a call to live deliberately.

It isn’t easy having cancer. But like gardening in a harsh climate, survival and growth come from strategies, adaptation, and patience.

After living with lymphoma for 15 and a half years, my doctor has suggested reducing the dose of my medication and possibly taking me off of it.

In an upside-down, topsy-turvy world, cancer can be a distraction for us.

I always wanted to make a difference, but I never expected my biggest impact to come through cancer.

I tried using a Zen garden that helped me meditate and relax while dealing with the challenges of cancer, and it really works.

Lessons I learned from a cancer diagnosis have been applied in some surprising and seemingly unrelated aspects of my life.

As a caregiver, I learned that CyberKnife radiation for metastatic prostate cancer comes with psychological and physical challenges.

As a lymphoma survivor, I struggle with the positivity trap — sometimes, I just want my fears validated instead of being reassured everything is fine.

I reflect on how cancer has brought out resilience and support in others, even as I struggled with my own battle, and wish others strength in their journeys.

Cancer memories often sneak up on me when I least expect them to.

Survivors facing new medical concerns may fear the unknown, but perseverance is possible as they navigate unexpected challenges in their new normal.

Managing diabetes and chronic lymphocytic leukemia is challenging, but with proactive care, mindfulness and diet changes, I'm working to balance both.

Hope helped me navigate my testicular cancer diagnosis at 20, shaping my resilience and guiding my journey as a survivor.

Life after treatment for follicular lymphoma brings long-term physical and emotional challenges, including immune system impacts and lasting social effects.

Cancer runs in the family, and after I’d dealt with two breast cancers, my brother came down with lymphoma.

As a breast cancer survivor, I feel it is incumbent upon me to give an accurate picture of cancer to others, particularly newly diagnosed patients.

After being diagnosed with colon cancer, I learned the life-changing lessons of self-love, stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing positive thinking.

Years after losing my brother to Hodgkin’s lymphoma, I learned something about how he felt facing a terminal diagnosis by studying an old Polaroid.

Cancer research saved my daughter’s life, and despite setbacks, we must support these efforts to ensure more lives are saved from cancer.

Practicing consistency has made a difference for me while living with stage 4 breast cancer.

Life-threatening lung cancer has taught me many valuable lessons and made my new normal so fulfilling.

As a cancer survivor, I overcame alcohol addiction and urge others to seek support, safe detox and sobriety to improve their treatment and recovery.

Living with follicular lymphoma, I challenge common misconceptions about cancer, highlighting the unique and varied experiences of patients with cancer.

As a cancer survivor, I talk about where to look for the light when in utter darkness.

A revelation has given me perspective for the New Year, inspiring me to embrace change, set new goals and upgrade myself to a better version in 2025.