Tag: cancer
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Grief Is Complicated
Grief is complex and persistent, influencing the need for control, especially during significant anniversaries. Struggling with feelings of helplessness, the author reflects on their emotional response to loss and invites others to share their experiences.
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The Diamond Dozen
The author celebrates reaching their 120th blog post, reflecting on their seven-year blogging journey. They share personal challenges, including health issues and the loss of loved ones, while highlighting significant milestones, such as the births of grandchildren. Despite hardships, the author expresses gratitude and excitement for future writing endeavors.
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The Ohana Princess
The post reflects on a resilient young woman’s journey battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, highlighting her adventurous spirit, humor, and strong family bonds. Despite challenges, she served as a source of encouragement to others, ultimately embodying unwavering hope. After seven years of fighting, she is remembered as a beloved family member and testimony of faith.
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Eight Birthdays
Reflecting today on my daughter’s birthday. Today is the eight birthday since God called her Home.
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Cancer Isolation
Having cancer is profoundly isolating, affecting not just the patient but the entire family. Both patients and their families need support and acknowledgment, as their challenges are significant and often overlooked. Compassion for all involved is vital.
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The Morning Will Come
The author shares a journey of struggling with severe health issues for fourteen years, ultimately finding hope through faith and treatment, encouraging others not to give up on their impossible dreams.
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Ten Years Thyroid Cancer Free!
Ten years ago, I underwent thyroid surgery due to suspected cancer. Fortunately, it was confirmed as thyroid cancer, but the mass had diminished, eliminating the need for further treatments. I’m cancer-free now.
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Doc, I’d rather die young….
In my last post I ended rather abruptly with my little people’s response to the news that I had to have a third cancer surgery. This was November of 2013. In December 2013 I had a third lumpectomy and finally received the news, ‘We got it all.’ Thank God. It was beginning to feel like…
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They Didn’t Get It All
The author shares a deeply emotional account of their experience undergoing multiple surgeries for breast cancer. After initially believing the tumor was removed, the doctor revealed that not all cancer was excised, leading to additional surgeries. The narrative highlights the author’s struggle with fear and the impact on their young children, emphasizing the emotional toll…
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Why Does My Foot Hurt?
In my last post I left off right after telling you I had just found out that I had stage 2 breast cancer in my left breast and lymph nodes. After getting that call, I quickly called my husband who was on his way to work. He called in and told them he wasn’t coming…
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It Was The Year 2013
I know a lot of what I am about to say is probably long overdue. I have covered a lot of journey in my life and I haven’t always been able to take the time or energy to get it out of my head and down on paper. I’ve been wanting to share for awhile,…
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Time for a change
After years on antidepressants following personal losses, the author realizes the need for change. They reduce medication, discovering clarity, creativity, and deeper emotions about their grief and personal journey.