How Cancer Changed My FaithWhen faced with a life threatening illness, many people have very specific reactions to their faith and how they continue to practice their faith. I wasn’t sure how my beliefs...reactions10comments
Finding a New OncologistI have bad luck with oncologists. I’ve been a blood cancer patient for almost 11 years. I was diagnosed with follicular lymphoma from a biopsied lymph node near my hip...reactions4comments
Chemo Hair Can Be a Touchy SubjectPeople love to talk about my hair now that it’s been growing back. I think a lot of people are trying to be nice when they start these conversations, but...reactions4comments
Telling Your Children You Have CancerOnce the fear of the cancer diagnosis subsides, the telling begins. I told my mother and my husband right away, but I kept it for myself a little longer. I...reactions10comments
A New Year Re-SolutionResolution: A firm decision to do or not do something Pledge, promise, or undertaking Solution: An action or process of solving a problem An answer to a problem, specifically a...reactions9comments
Songs That Got Me Through CancerI assume, at some point in your life, you’ve had an anthem. An anthem to a break-up, an anthem to summer love, an anthem to a new job, and if...reactions12comments
How Can I Safely Stay Updated About Blood Cancer?I am always eager to learn about new research and treatment options for my blood cancer. When visiting my oncologist, he knows I will have questions about what I have...reactions2comments
What is CLL/SLL?You may have recently learned that you, or someone you love, have been diagnosed with cancer called chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). You may have been...reactions5comments
I Hate the Hospital ScalesEditor's Note: The following article mentions details surrounding the author’s experiences with body image, which may be upsetting for some readers. When I was in my finals year at Uni...reactions3comments
Myeloma Field Trip… Oh My!The past year was busy for me in regards to gaining recognition in the myeloma community. As I move forward as a patient advocate, I’m learning some very important details...reactions2comments
Solidarity and Sorrow: The Mix of Being in a Blogging CommunityThere are pros and cons of blogging in a community with people who have, or have had, the same or similar illnesses. The good part is the sense of solidarity...reactions5comments
Looking Back on a Happy Christmas... Even with CancerI can find Christmas a bit challenging, and I know I’m not the only one to feel that way. The last few Christmases have been hindered and made very difficult...reactions6comments
Deciding When to RetreatAfter three years since my first treatment for follicular lymphoma, my doctor and I recently decided it’s time for retreatment. I had a full response to Rituxin monotherapy in December...reactions19comments
Thank You...But You’re Bugging MeOkay, I’m hoping to put a spotlight on that elephant in the room that most people don’t discuss. You know, those times when you may seem like the most unpleasant...reactions9comments
2018 Round UpWell, what a year it has been! Sitting here now at the end of December, I can’t quite believe it is what it is. And how much has happened. And...reactions3comments
Managing Cancer-Related FatigueNavigating life with blood cancer can be challenging, especially when you have other co-occurring (also sometimes called comorbid) conditions. Some of these conditions may include issues like hypertension, arthritis, or...reactions4comments
The Cancer Diagnosis Home GameDiagnosing cancer can be a long and unforgiving journey, and for me, it was lengthier than most. I had a three-month adventure that took me winding through a Candyland map...reactions19comments
Hope in the New YearI am a self-proclaimed science geek. I love learning about all things related to science. Prior to my cancer-induced retirement, I was a fifth-grade science and math teacher. I adored...reactions1comment
The High Cost of Oral Cancer DrugsWhen I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, I had never heard of it. As the doctor gave me the diagnosis, all I heard was incurable, broken bones, blood cancer and...reactions3comments
The Ins & Outs of Pulmonary Function TestingOnce you are diagnosed with blood cancer, you will likely to need to go through a series of tests to make sure that your body can withstand the harsh chemicals...reactions4comments