When I Open My EyesThe mound of hope, pain, and uncertainty is high for so many. There are so many things we can count our blessings...reactions24comments
Spring Is ComingA cancer diagnosis feels like a bleak winter. My diagnosis came just after my 44th birthday at the end of the summer...reactions12comments
Saying 'Happy Birthday' to a Friend Who Has DiedWhen Facebook sends you a message to wish someone well on their birthday, and that person has died, the first thing you...reactions1comment
The Trip That Changed My Life (Part 3)I went on a trip with young adult cancer survivors through a program called First Descents and it was the best trip...reactions2comments
I'm Not a SurvivorSince writing for this site, I think I have become a bit more reflective on me, myself, and I. Today, when making...reactions11comments
Things We Have in CommonRecently I had the opportunity to spend a day with several other cancer patients and advocates. None had myeloma nor even blood...reactions19comments
Living with Cancer-Related FatigueNo matter the type of cancer, there are some common experiences when it comes to symptoms of cancer and side effects of...reactions3comments
Blood Cancer and Other Health ConditionsNavigating life with blood cancer can be overwhelming at times, and for some, their blood cancer is not the only condition they’re...reactions4comments
Scanxiety: Dealing with the Fear of Cancer RecurrenceLiving with uncertainty is never easy. From a personal perspective, my fear of recurrence intensifies as the date approaches for my annual...reactions6comments
Testing a Linguist on Blood Cancer TermsMy good friend Amanda, who I met when I was a source for an article she wrote for Marie Claire joins me...reactions2comments
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
March is Myeloma ACTION MonthMarch is Myeloma ACTION Month. The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) was the first organization to declare March as Myeloma Awareness Month (MAM) in...reactions1comment
This Job Is Killing MeI spent a good part of my life working in various facets of the fashion industry. It’s been a hailstorm of events...reactions10comments
Back to the GymOnce again I started my workouts at the gym. I signed up, donned my sweat pants, and jumped on the treadmill. Through...reactions12comments
Not Your Typical Blood Cancer PatientI’ve read Blood-Cancer.com’s “A Moment to Reflect” a few times now. In case you don’t remember, it’s the piece that the editorial...reactions7comments
Beginning to Feel Like Me AgainWell, I know you won’t believe it if you have read many or any of my blogs. But, I feel happy!!!!! I...reactions1comment
When a Rare Lymphoma Strikes: Understanding Mantle Cell Lymphoma PrognosisA cancer diagnosis is always a scary prospect. If you or loved one was recently diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL), you’re...reactionscomments
People's KindnessOver the last, well, coming up for 12 years, I have constantly been astounded by people’s kindness and generosity towards me. Especially...reactions2comments
Understanding Palliative and Hospice CarePalliative and hospice care help to provide relief for patients from the symptoms and the stress of serious illness. Both involve teams...reactions2comments
Not the Buff I WantedOn August 3, 2017, I was officially given my buff for the Myeloma Tribe. Yep, that’s right, I was now in my...reactions15comments
