Hello Cancer Friends

Losing the comfort of a close friend after diagnosis was not on my cancer bingo card but here I am. This is my story of being ghosted and how I try to cope. It's raw, it's real and it sucks. F Cancer!

I've been very blessed to be supported by so many wonderful people. Family, friends and people I don't even know! The cancer community on social media is strong. So many people and so many stories. Dame Deborah James has captured my heart and my respect. She's from London, England and goes by the "Bowelbabe". She has a very long list of accomplishments both personally and professionally. She has been an inspiration to so many, bringing awareness and raising millions to fight cancer, all the while, fighting her own battle with bowel cancer. I could not go another episode without giving her huge props. Thank you Dame Deborah!

In a strange turn of events, I'm surviving stage 3 pancreatic cancer! Ever so cautiously I'm exploring how to live again. I've never had this type of an experience on my bingo card of life. How to imagine not dying. Learning to live. Again!

Sometimes it's not just the disease you need to fight. Sometimes it's the ups and downs of life with cancer. It's doom and gloom against hope and joy in the ring. It's hard work but taking a few swings at doom and gloom feels damn good. Enjoy the ringing of the bell, raise your glove high and live to fight another round!

My beautiful friend Shirley sent me her story. I'm proud to present it to you on her behalf. If you are not touched by her story, please check yourself for a pulse. Her bravery and honesty makes my heart swell. Thank you dearest Shirley!

I recently took a break from the same old cancer chatter inside my head. To my surprise, a small thing turned into a trigger for a wave of memories of the life I've lived. It hasn't all been roses but when I focused on the things that made me happy over the span of my life, it left me feeling content and happy. Maybe it could work for you too!

No rainbows and kittens this week. I've decided I need to let it out more often. There is no rule that says you must be polite and positive all the time, especially when you are sick and tired of cancer! It's time to say what we are all thinking! Fuck Cancer!

It's SPRING! Take a break! Cancer doesn't always offer a rest so we need to take it upon ourselves to make sure we are getting the breaks we need. Don't wait, take your break!

Meet David! Cancer is hard. But when it's over, it's over! David shares his experience with throat cancer. He didn't let cancer ruin his enjoyment of life! His story will inspire and also entertain! Thank you so much, David! 

Episode 50 Baby!!! This very special episode features a very special guest that is near and dear to me. She's a tough as nails and sweet as a cupcake. She always looks at the bright side and offers a smile every single time I see her. She fights her own battle with MS but never complains. She knows the pain of cancer, but accepts the facts with grace. I love her dearly, meet my MOM!