The Halfway MarkHaving cancer is never a good thing, but no matter how bad something may seem, there are always a few good days and something to look forward to. During Crystal’s... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Lemons to LemonadeSometimes life hands you lemons, but you always have the ability to make lemonade out of them if you just add a little sweetness. My daughter, Crystal, was handed a... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Writing to Cope with CancerHearing the words, "You have cancer," is like getting a punch in the gut. Your feelings can go from shock to disbelief, anger, and even depression. What can you do... By Ann Harper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Having the Right DoctorGetting the right doctor is one of the most important things you could do for your health. Everyone suggests you get a second opinion, and while it is a pain... By Ann Harper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Setting a GoalMy mother died from lung cancer, my daughter got Hodgkin lymphoma at 25, and I too am a cancer patient. I have and am living with stage four thyroid cancer... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Signs & SymptomsCancer is such a scary thing. No one wants to hear the words, "You have cancer”. Because of that, we sometimes put off going to the doctor. We feel whatever... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
It's All About the Little ThingsOne of the things that helped my daughter, Crystal, feel special, loved, and was such a huge comfort to her through a very difficult time was all the support she... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Animals & CancerAnimals can be so amazing! I’ve had dogs and cats my whole life. In fact, I've had many other animals, too. They’ve all been fun and were part of our... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
It’s Okay to Feel Exhausted: Caregiver Fatigue and BurnoutWhen we think about fatigue and cancer, we often think about the physical and emotional toll cancer takes on the person diagnosed. Yet fatigue can also drastically affect the day-to-day... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Resources for Cancer CaregiversWhen your loved one has cancer, you, the caregiver, need help too. The type and frequency of help that's needed can vary dramatically from person to person, but extra support... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Finding Support Through Social Media as a Caregiver & PatientAfter being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 25, my daughter Crystal had to spend a lot of time alone. I went with her to all of her treatments, but on... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
You Must Have Patience!Being a caregiver is always a challenge. Many things in your life will change. You want to be there for your family member, but it can get hard sometimes. Some... By Ann Harper3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Bittersweet: My Daughter's Coming HomeWhat do you do when your adult daughter tells you she has cancer? Right away you go into ‘mommy’ mode. At least that’s what I did. I didn’t want her... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Long Distance Caregiving: Staying ConnectedWhen someone you love is sick, it can cause stress and anxiety. Illness, especially cancer, can take a physical and emotional toll on caregivers and family, particularly when they are... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Managing Cancer Side Effects as a CaregiverCancer itself and treatments for cancer can cause a number of symptoms and side effects that often deeply impact daily life. For caregivers, it is not uncommon to feel helpless... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Rituals, Pancakes, and the RideOn treatment day, do you have a ritual? My daughter, Crystal did. When Crystal was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma when she was 25, we decided to go to Memorial Sloan... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The First TreatmentMy daughter, Crystal, is a TV meteorologist and when she left her job to come home and get care, she publicly informed her viewers about her condition. She decided to... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Getting Chemo - A Caregiver's Point of ViewTaking chemo is a horrible thing, especially when you have to watch your child go through it. Crystal, my daughter, was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma when she was 25 and... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Day It HappenedI still remember the day my daughter, Crystal, called me to tell me she thought she had cancer. I was sitting in the living room resting when the call came... By Ann Harper2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Little Sister's Big Impact After My Leukemia DiagnosisI had been divorced for many years when I got leukemia in 2003, but I didn’t go into it alone. My baby sister, Diane, stepped up, becoming my primary caregiver... By Ronni Gordon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments