Keeping It Positive as a CaregiverGetting cancer is horrible. Hearing those words for the first time is devastating and, for a second, your world stops spinning. But...reactions4comments
Some People Just Can’t Deal with CancerBefore Crystal came home, she had been in a relationship. It wasn’t a good one. That was bad enough, but when she...reactions8comments
Crystal, Mia, & the Importance of DistractionsOccasionally, we all need to have a distraction. Diverting our attention can be helpful in so many ways. Sometimes we need a...reactionscomments
The Halfway MarkHaving cancer is never a good thing, but no matter how bad something may seem, there are always a few good days...reactions4comments
Lemons to LemonadeSometimes life hands you lemons, but you always have the ability to make lemonade out of them if you just add a...reactions5comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions1comment
Setting a GoalMy mother died from lung cancer, my daughter got Hodgkin lymphoma at 25, and I too am a cancer patient. I have...reactionscomments
Signs & SymptomsCancer is such a scary thing. No one wants to hear the words, "You have cancer”. Because of that, we sometimes put...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions17comments
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...reactions10comments
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions3comments
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...reactions1comment
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...reactions1comment
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...reactionscomments
The First TreatmentMy daughter, Crystal, is a TV meteorologist and when she left her job to come home and get care, she publicly informed...reactions2comments
