A Way to Heal, a Way to Tell Your Story, or Maybe BothRecently, I came up with the idea of making a storyboard. I often go to Be The Match in-person bone marrow registry drives. I love doing in-person drives because people... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
From Your Blood-Cancer.com Valentine!Happy Valentine's Day!!! If you're new here or even if you have seen my face before, Hello! I am Amanda Panda! I love pandas! And today is Valentine's Day! I... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Correct Diagnosis Not Always EasyWhen you know something is not right with your body, do not accept pat answers from doctors. More so, if you are like my daughter who has Lymphomatoid papulosis (LyP)... By DennisGolden1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Living With & Finding StrengthEvery chronic and life-threatening condition comes with its own symptoms and challenges, and while each individual's experience is unique, there is wisdom to be found in learning how others have... By Emily Downward1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
There's No Room For The Comprising GameThere's no room for the comprising game, so why do I still do it? Part of me feels behind in life because of my cancer journey. The other part stems... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
R-CHOP + Port RemovalIn this final video, Dennis discusses his port removal and offers a recap of his journey with blood cancer and R-CHOP chemotherapy treatments... By DennisGolden1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Now What?You have been diagnosed with cancer and you are probably feeling all of these emotions. It can be so overwhelming at first. For most of us, the next question is... By Leya Elijah1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Sexual Health After A Bone Marrow TransplantI have adopted this saying to my own life: H.O.T.! Honest, open, and transparent. I live my life by this saying. It’s important to me that I continue to stay... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
9 Months After Chemo StopsAlmost a year to the day of starting R-CHOP chemotherapy, Dennis met with his oncologist to discuss what lies ahead. So far he is in remission with his stage 2... By DennisGolden1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Teeth and Chemo Talk, Oh My!Immediately when you think of chemotherapy, you may think of hair loss, nausea, fatigue, losing weight, and losing strength. Right? But no one talks about the effects of chemo on... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Faith Over FearIt takes a lot to get through this journey we are on. It requires great strength, both mental and spiritual. I know that I would not be where I am... By Leya Elijah1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Infertility and Cancer (Part 2)What has your experience been with infertility after your cancer treatment? From my own personal experience, I can tell you how it has gone for me, the options I was... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Navigating DiagnosisI always say that one of the most stressful times through my experience with cancer was leading up to treatment. Navigating a world I knew nothing about as I was... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Panda Deville Grabbing The Positivity!Happy Halloween 🎃! On any other day, my name is Amanda Panda 🐼, but during Halloween, you can call me Panda Deville also known as Carella Deville! Lol! Where are... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Possible Risk Factors for Non-Hodgkin LymphomaNow in remission for Stage II non-Hodgkin lymphoma following treatment, Dennis takes a look at some possible risk factors you might want to consider... By DennisGolden1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Mental HealthTo say a cancer diagnosis affects your mental health is like saying that the sky is blue. It’s all about the resources and choices you choose to tap into to... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Bone Marrow Transplant and A Thing Called GVHDWhen we hear the words bone marrow transplant, automatically, we know we are dealing with something serious. We also know if the doctor is telling us that we are the... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
R-CHOP: The Journey ContinuesIn this video, Dennis offers some personal thoughts on his reactions to R-CHOP treatment, the issues he encountered, and the many adjustments that were made along the way... By DennisGolden1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
LonelinessIt’s no secret that cancer can be isolating, but even when I was surrounded with physical love, the emotional support felt like it diminished halfway through treatment. The beautiful thing... By Racheli Alkobey1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
I Met A Virtual Cancer Support Friend!I met Morgan!!! I met a virtual cancer support friend in real life! It was so AMAZING!!! We met in a support group for post-bone marrow transplant recipients dealing with... By Amanda Brunson1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments