While many opinions vary regarding diet through different stages of treatment, I tried to follow some simple guidelines suggested by my physicians & through my own research.  This is what worked for me & got me through my cancer treatment.  Read More …

  I have to admit I was weary of radiation & contemplated forgoing it completely. I had already developed lymphedema as a side effect from having lymph nodes removed & knew that radiation could further aggravate the lymphedema in addition to causing the Read More …

I like to believe that a couple that fights cancer together, stays together. I’m currently battling breast cancer as my husband begins his second battle with non-hodgkin’s lymphoma, all while being mom & dad to two very active children. Brian Read More …

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I was immediately faced with some serious decisions to make. Decisions about my body, how to deal with removing the cancer & what type of reconstruction were incredibly difficult. These decisions would literally Read More …

Cancer is no doubt a trying time, but there are always some laughable moments along the way in any situation. I have certainly have my share of laughable moments & wanted to share some of them with you! Hope you Read More …

Going into surgery I have to admit, I didn’t know what lymphedema was, let alone that it was a possibility for me following the procedure.  There was a packet about it in the folder I received at the time of Read More …

Going into chemo I had been told about a little thing called chemo brain…  Honestly I thought there probably wasn’t much validity to it.  My husband hadn’t experienced anything like it during his treatments & I assumed others likely felt Read More …

Music is such an amazing motivator that can not only get your body moving but help lift your spirits as well.  These songs all provided me a bit of strength or helped lift me up at some point along the Read More …

As a mother of two small children who attend school daily, I was constantly aware of my risk of infection throughout chemo.  I also have asthma & take a prescribed inhaled steroid daily, which helps the asthma but can reduce Read More …

Before taking medical leave from work, my department gave me a gift basket filled with wonderful goodies that were so helpful & encouraging through my journey.  I received several more kind & thoughtful gifts along the way that have helped Read More …