Blogs
Quick as a Wink: The Long (or Short) Road to Recovery After Cancer
After going through grueling cancer treatments, I thought I’d never be back to my old self again. But thankfully, that wasn’t the case.
Vacationing With a New Cancer Companion
Before leaving on vacation, I had to make sure I had enough of my cancer medication to last me through the trip.
Applying the 12 Steps of AA to My Cancer Journey
Looking back on my experiences with leukemia and with alcoholism, I realized that the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous can be applied to life with cancer.
Accepting the New Realities of Healing After Cancer
Anything that got in the way of my healing from cancer had to be put on hold.
Mother’s Day With Cancer: Not Just Another Day
After going through cancer, Mother’s Day feels a bit different.
Life After Cancer Is Slower, But That’s Not All Bad
Slowing down due to cancer and COVID-19 made me realize the parts of life I’ve been missing, though my new pace isn’t all bad.
Something to Hold on to During Cancer
The night before my mastectomy, I had a dream about my grandmother who died of breast cancer, which gave me hope throughout the frightening process.
I Bravely Voiced My Cancer Pain and Chose Radiation
I'm thankful that I spoke up about my bone pain related to cancer metastases.
The Cancer Waiting Game
My husband is "that guy" who always takes care of everyone else, so his recent cancer scare was unfathomable.
Hello Cancer, Pleased to Meet You
I’ve learned that knowledge is the key to fighting cancer. Here are three ways I learn more about my disease.