Food, Nutrition, and HealthDuring today’s video, I had a conversation with Niamh Gourlay. She holds a master’s degree from the University of Dublin in the field of food, nutrition, and health. She became... By Ann Harper1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Menopause and 25 years old!When you think of menopause as a young woman; you would usually think of an older woman. A woman who has had all her children and embracing being a glam... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
American Cancer Society ResourcesGetting to speak with someone from the American Cancer Society (ACS) is pretty exciting and today I got to do just that. Ampy Rougeau is the Managing Director for the... By Ann Harper1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
But You Don't Look SickSince I was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia in 2015, I swear I have heard some of everything! LOL! But the most reoccurring statement I have heard the most in... By Leya Elijah1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Mental Stability: Health Vs IncomeWe all go through a lot! Before blood cancer the majority of us had so many things that consumed our minds, most of what I could admit for myself was... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Mary's Place by the Sea - Michele GannonA few years ago, Crystal, my daughter with blood cancer, and I were able to enjoy a get-a-way at Mary’s Place by the Sea. Today, I was lucky enough to... By Ann Harper1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer SurvivorsI want to specifically speak with the adolescent young adults (AYA) dealing with cancer. I find that there are lot of gaps for needs within this specific age group. There's... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
The Benefits of Exercise for Cancer Patients and Survivors with Andrea LeonardRecently, I had the pleasure of talking with Andrea Leonard, President of the Cancer Exercise Training Institute, about the importance of exercise during cancer. Andrea became interested in fitness after... By Ann Harper1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Words of AffirmationsHave you ever thought of using words of affirmation as part of your healing process from blood cancer treatment? I always heard of words of affirmation, but did not quite... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
How to Handle FatigueFatigue is something we all will face on this journey. It's important to know how to handle it in order to be able to bounce back well. Keep in mind... By Leya Elijah1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
Panda Check-InI don't know about you all, but this has been a rough year! The trial and tribulations of life have been throwing rocks at me left and right unfortunately. So... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Hope for my Hope!Today, I am in tears literally! For years I've asked bone marrow transplant (BMT) doctors and nurses if they have ever seen a women who had a bone marrow transplant... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
The delay in growing up post cancer treatment as a young adult.Growing up is already hard, but when life throws a blood cancer diagnosis while you're still coming into your mature self; it becomes a big wrench! I am sure other... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Rise to the ChallengeThis month has been very challenging. To be transparent it's been hell on earth and I say that because the biggest below was losing my father this month. I have... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments29 comments
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... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Staying Active Helps RecoveryToday is THE DAY! We all get in shape! Who is joining me?!?! I've been an athlete all my life and your Panda is not afraid to put some work... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Video Blogging My Cancer JourneySevere shoulder pain, with other symptoms following, introduced me to my first battle with ALL leukemia with +PH chromosome in 2010. I wish I had thought to video blog some... By Amanda Brunson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Confidence and Self-EsteemConfidence and self-esteem is definitely one of the areas that get hit when doing treatment for leukemia. Funny thing is that my confidence and self-esteem did not really take a... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
Live Letter to my DonorI received a bone marrow transplant in 2015 from an unrelated donor. As part of the transplant protocol for two years, as the bone marrow transplant recipient, I am unable... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Anxiety Can Be Such a Downer!Lately, I've been dealing with anxiety more than I would like to admit. As much as I am outgoing and very high energy, I'm also a hermit crab too! I... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments