Now that I am no longer living the daily trauma of hearing “You’ve got cancer,” I find myself more curious about the “How” of it than “Why me?” I’ve always been fascinated by the mysteries of science. And to satiate that curiosity, I have amassed a collection of partially read and even less-partially understood books… Continue reading From the First to the Last
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Smiling Silver Medalist
Reframing the experience helps put cancer in its place.
All About Soul
As Billy Joel says, "It's All About Soul."
Into the Woods
Cancer is never a walk in the woods, but like bush-whacking, we make our own paths and prepare for the next adventure.
Everyone Has a Story
I may be slow, but I’m beating cancer.
Heartache
Cancer is a special kind of heartache of missed opportunities and unspoken I love yous.
Tennis Lessons
Inspiration for coping with the challenges of cancer can be found in unlikely places.
Cancer Sonata
I can't write a sonata, but if I were Brahms, this is what my cancer sonata would sound like.
Holding Space
Coping with cancer emotions is hard, especially when there has been a recurrence, Sometimes, the only thing we can do is listen.
Water Rituals
Finding solace in the shower became a morning ritual that helped ease the fear.
New Year, Same Old Me
Setting resolutions is easy, keeping them is a little harder...
Remembrance of Things Past
Proust had his madeleines but for me it has always been music.
A Delicate Balance
Taking responsibility without guilt.
Birthday Wishes
I still have a hard time calling cancer a gift.
False Alarms
A swollen lymph gland can only mean one thing, or maybe not...
The Art of Letting Go
Finding grace by losing control.