Cancer Inspired Creativity: The Story Behind Mommy Has Cancer
A cancer diagnosis brought unexpected challenges that surprised our whole family. That’s why Mommy Has Cancer was created—to spark those conversations in a kid- and parent-friendly way.
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The $100 Mammogram v. My $1.2M Case for Early Screening
When I was diagnosed with stage 4, hormone-positive HER2-positive breast cancer in early 2019, I never imagined I’d become a living, breathing business case for healthcare policy change. But here …
For This Next Dance With Chemo, I’ll Be Wearing My Blue Suede Shoes
About three weeks ago I started getting winded on the elliptical and even climbing a single flight of stairs left me out of breath; soon after I noticed my right …
Cancer Screening: A Potential Lifesaver Worth Squeezing In
The Power of Early Detection: Why Screening Matters Cancer is a word that no one wants to hear, yet it’s a reality that touches too many lives. While we can’t …
You took, and you took, and you took.
Two days to my birthday, seven to the lump— the tiny split-pea in my breast that grew into an unwelcome empire. Twice, I asked. Twice, they said no. Too young. Come back at fifty, they said. …
This is me!
To best appreciate this post, I’d encourage you to play the music first or while you read it. This song is from “The Greatest Showman“, which is probably my kids’ …
My eulogy to my Tub Talk Partner
In June 2019, we quickly went from being two strangers, sitting at opposite ends of the tables for a “Breasties” coffee meet up where we only knew each other by …
5 years ago today
5 years ago today, I found a lump in my right breast. 5 days after my 46th birthday. And 5 years ago today, lived Janice, Marloes, Libby, Yvette and Natalie. …
My immunotherapies work together like Tre’Davious White & Jordan Poyer
Learn how my two immunotherapies work together to extend my life.