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From the First to the Last
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
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.