I Will Survive!
May 25, 2017
What does it mean to survive cancer? Here’s a thought or two. (Inspired by the Daily Prompt: Survive) … More I Will Survive!
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Between Denial and Paranoia
March 24, 2017
When people first talk to someone who has been diagnosed with cancer, they often ask “What were your symptoms?” which can be received as an intrusive question and one that brings up all kinds of emotions, particularly fear, anger and sadness. … More Between Denial and Paranoia
The Small Intestine is Not the Colon!
February 22, 2017
The small intestine is not the large intestine is not the colon. But what’s the difference? Read here to find out more! … More The Small Intestine is Not the Colon!
Interior (Daily Prompt)
January 2, 2017
Making your home look stylish is nice, but tending to your own interior–your emotions–is the most important thing you can do during your or your loved one’s cancer treatment. Bring on the interior decorator–aka your therapist! … More Interior (Daily Prompt)
Preparing for the Hospital Stay
December 31, 2016
If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you may very well end up staying in the hospital at some point, whether it’s for surgery or another treatment that requires an overnight stay. For many people, this may be ther fist time you’ve stayed in a hospital since you were born or gave birth! For my husband, … More Preparing for the Hospital Stay
Sharing the News with your Kids
December 15, 2016
Many parents dread or even avoid sharing the news (diagnosis) with their kids. While trying to shield your child from bad news might seem like a good idea at the time, it deprives your child of some of cancer’s most important gifts. … More Sharing the News with your Kids
To Chemo or not to Chemo?
December 10, 2016
You’re going to have to make a lot of big decisions. It’ll help if you if your oncologist is not only smart, but knows how to talk and listen. … More To Chemo or not to Chemo?
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