Bills, Bills, Bills ~Destiny ChildBills, bills, and bills uuuggghhhh!!!! That's the song that has been running through my head today. You may have heard it before chemotherapy does not just take the bad cells...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FrustrationFirst and foremost Happy Halloween! I remember coming across a quote that said "No one prepared me for surviving cancer. You know, the part that lasts the rest of your...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Light the NightHave you ever heard of Light the Night? Well, it is so much fun! This event is to bring awareness to blood cancers, honor all blood cancer survivors, and encourage...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Biological Dentistry and Blood CancerWe all know seeing a dentist is an essential part of our yearly checkups, and can be especially important for those living with blood cancer. But have you ever heard...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Chef Panda's Hearty Meal For Treatment DaysChef Panda is at it again! If you are looking for a nutritious all-in-one meal, Look no more! Something simple and easy. This hearty meal of mac and cheese with...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Leukemia and Lymphoma SocietyI recently had the pleasure of talking to Louis J. DeGennaro, Past President & CEO, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). He shared a lot of helpful information regarding LLS...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Unexpected Superheroes!Typically, when someone hears superhero immediately most of the world starts naming Superman, wonder woman, Batman, and so on. My superhero is an everyday person with the superpowers of compassion...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
You Are a Survivor!One of the first terms I heard when I was first diagnosed with blood cancer was about "Survivorship." It doesn't take long before you are very aware that whenever you...Reactions0reactionsComments41 comments
Common Misconceptions About Cancer PatientsA person's experience with blood cancer is unique to them. In my 7 years of survivorship and working in the cancer space, I have heard about every misconception you can...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Cancer and Loss - A Personal StoryCancer. Loss. Both are tough to deal with individually, but together can be almost unbearable. This can lead to grief and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In this interview, Dennis Golden...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
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...Reactions0reactionsComments20 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...Reactions0reactionsComments10 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments14 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...Reactions0reactionsComments13 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...Reactions0reactionsComments6 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...Reactions0reactionsComments23 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...Reactions0reactionsComments8 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...Reactions0reactionsComments16 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...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments