Go Team!I like sports metaphors. Before retiring, I had a secret goal of putting in place a Monday morning tradition where my department’s co-workers were introduced, ala sports introductions, with walk-up...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Blood Cancer Broke My Leg (Part 2)I showed up at the hospital in a wheelchair, excited for the chance to be able to walk again. I was also nervous that this surgery would go as that...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Our Team of Advocates living with MyelomaLiving with a multiple myeloma? You're in the right place. Our team on Blood-Cancer.com is made up of people living with all types of blood cancer. Below is a list...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Our Team of Advocates Living with LymphomaLiving with a type of lymphoma? You're in the right place. Our team on Blood-Cancer.com is made up of people living with all types of blood cancer. Below is a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
BluchsOne of our members passed away recently. He went by the handle “bluchs.” He once wrote a profound statement in a forum on this site. I’ve mentioned part of it...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Dealing with Difficult People: Drama Mamas and TrollsI recently asked my oncologist if my low blood levels caused my irritability. She said, "Cancer makes your body tired, and your mind stressed. These factors affect your mood." That...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Playing the Name Game with NeuropathyMy neuropathy has a mind of its own. Does yours? It’s worse than a fickle friend. It’s a fickle foe. Just when I think I have it figured out, it...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Find Your Cancer Avatar & Fight the Encroaching DarknessWhen you face cancer, it requires you to not only steal yourself physically but also mentally. It’s not an easy task – but throughout the whole process I was able...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Blood Cancer Broke My Leg (Part 1)In our 3rd Annual Blood Cancer in America Survey, over half of those surveyed reported experiencing symptoms that led to their blood cancer diagnosis, including a broken bone. My journey...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
If It Is Not Me, Who Is It?I guess I had a good run being me. At times now, I’m not so sure where that person went. Here’s why. In a few months, it’ll be six years...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Life from Inside the ElevatorThis week is our family vacation. We are staying on the third floor of a condo complex in Emerald Isle, NC. Thank goodness there’s an elevator for us to take...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
A Mixed BagI’m tired. I’ve been tired for a while. I had a very busy month a while back with the flat that I rent flooding in crazy rain that we had...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
BCAM 2020 Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Blood Cancer Awareness Month Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Reflections During Stem Cell TransplantSitting in my hospital room, infusing chemotherapy, you have to wonder how my life ended up like this. It all started in 2018 with a cough and cold that would...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Cancer Cost Me My ManhoodBetween the need too rest due to pain, or from overwhelming fatigue I am not able to get as much done as I used to. while it bothers me it...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Life with Chronic Lymphocytic LeukemiaI was 45 years old and had a baby that was 2 years old and 3 other children, when a routine blood test was suspect that I might have CLL...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
What Are Words For?Do you hear me? Do you care? From the song: What Are Words For? By: Missing Persons, 1982 The 1980s seem like yesterday to me, but they were over 30...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Surfing the Crimson WaveAunt Flo, Bloody Mary, and The Blob. If you are of the female persuasion you know what I am talking about. I am specifically writing for you, my soul sisters!...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Optimism and Its Impact on HealthIs your outlook positive? Do you see the glass half full rather than half empty? I recently had a discussion with my husband about this topic. I expressed worry and...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
How Do You Hygge?Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is a Danish word meaning to be cozy, comforting, or relaxing. Hygge is a way to bring happiness into your life. It could be spending time with...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
