Tone Deaf to the PainI’ve been living with leukemia for a little over a decade now. To see me, you’d probably think I’m doing ok. I mean, I’m not one who likes to complain...reactions32comments
Healthcare Team ConflictsAfter speaking with a friend who was stumped by a medical staff that was not on point in serving her, I thought further about how many people deal (if at...reactions14comments
Recovering from RecoveryMany have asked if I have recovered from my run-in with blood cancer. My answer is a qualified YES, followed by a qualified NO. What the heck does that mean?...reactions14comments
Tips for Bad DaysWhen you have cancer you are going to have bad days. Sometimes they are related to blood cancer treatments and appointments, but some days you may just be depressed. We...reactions14comments
Experiences Surrounding My Diagnosis of Non-Hodgkin LymphomaA fellow cancer survivor recently asked me about my cancer experience. She discussed her initial symptoms and was surprised that I had none. My diagnosis was an incidental finding. While...reactions9comments
Ode to PhilDo you ever encounter someone who restores your faith in humanity? I did. But, in my case, he restored my lagging trust in the medical profession. Don’t get me wrong...reactions6comments
My Furry Purry Friend - Part 1Animals are wonderful. Not only to watch in their natural habitat, but also if you’re lucky enough to have one waiting for you at home, it’s a pretty special experience...reactions19comments
What To Expect In That First Month After Diagnosis“You have cancer.” Those three words change your life forever. Nothing is ever the same from then on, but that doesn’t mean it has to be all bad, especially if...reactions13comments
Bidding a Not-so-Fond Farewell to PrednisoneIf you saw me walking years ago, when I was on 40 milligrams of prednisone, you might have thought I was drunk. I swayed back and forth. I sometimes drifted...reactions9comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramWe are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards program recognizing Health Leaders who make a difference...reactions1comment
Trying to Step Away from CancerFinding out that you are cured of cancer should be a time to celebrate. When my daughter, Crystal found out she was cured of her blood cancer we all felt...reactions36comments
Diagnosis Rulebook 101There are no instructions or directions on how to adjust and feel about being diagnosed with blood cancer. The route will allow you to move forward in drips as you...reactions16comments
Here is HolyI'm always transparent with you all, and today is not a great day. It's actually a tough season I'm in. It is definitely a season of pruning, growth, humility, wisdom...reactions11comments
Cancer is Not What You ThinkBefore May 2, 2011, cancer was a giant mystery to me. I can't recall anyone in my family having cancer. My impression of cancer was very simple; you either beat...reactions18comments
Doctor Who?The show Doctor Who has been around since the 1960s. It follows the adventures of a time lord (different than a human, but similar in many ways) as he travels...reactions1comment
When Doctors Don't Believe YouI heard from another person with chronic myeloid leukemia today that she was suffering from non-stop stomach ailments a year into her diagnosis. Her doctor was no help, and told...reactions3comments
Doctor Can You Hear Me?I’ve had my share of experiences with doctors who don’t listen, or don’t listen the way I need them to. The time that stands out as brutish was what my...reactions16comments
Cancer - The Great ComplicatorCancer. Some people call it The Great Complicator. Never heard that? Well, some people do say it. In Canada. The North of Canada. No the Northern part of the North...reactions7comments
Let It GoIt is funny how things can strike you. During the holidays my wife and I were looking for some relaxation one evening with a bit of home entertainment as we...reactions6comments
Cancer and the "B" Word - "Burden"Most time when we talk about cancer we talk about the “c” word, or the “big C,” or even the “C” that sucks and is bad and makes you tired...reactions18comments