Working Out and Lung CancerBefore my lung cancer diagnosis, I was working out, fit, healthy, and felt like a million bucks. I never thought that at the age of 45 I would feel better...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Touching Hearts Before, During and After my Dr. Phil AppearanceAfter a couple of days of doing some sightseeing and resting, the big day arrived! Oh my goodness, I was super excited and scared at the same time. I couldn’t...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How I Share My StoryA lung cancer diagnosis is often unexpected. To be blunt, it's frightening. When I was diagnosed with lung cancer, my sister called Imerman Angels, and I was set up with...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My Goals!I’ve been asked what my goals are in living with lung cancer and what I want to see in the future. Well, I have a lot - but let me...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Let's Re-Think How to Talk to Lung Cancer PatientsI read many articles about how to talk to lung cancer patients. After 7.5 years of having lung cancer, I thought I was experienced enough about the topic. Or is...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Side By Side With The Power of GratitudeOnce again, I am reminded to have the right attitude for another year. Being grateful keeps my eyes away from what I lack. Instead, it makes me count my blessings...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Being Positive: Is It Always Good?I recently came across a video of a cancer patient. It was titled “Toxic Positivity Doesn’t Cure Cancer.” I was curious to hear what she had to say, so I...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
TraditionsI’ve been asked if I have started or created any traditions since my diagnosis. At first, no, I thought, but as I look back now, I must say I did...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Navigating Transportation Barriers to Cancer CareReceiving different treatments at various appointments is a huge part of fighting cancer. However, keeping up with these commitments can be pretty challenging. Studies show that one of the biggest...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Traveling Around the World as a Lung Cancer PatientI was not very into travel before I got lung cancer, though I used to travel for work every year. At that time, I thought there was plenty of time...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) CancerCancers that affect people between the ages of 15 and 39 are often called adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancers. This age group makes up about 5 percent of people...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Friend Who Got Me Through My Lung Cancer DiagnosisMany will say their spouse, children, kids, family member, or a best friend helped them during their lung cancer diagnosis. I agree because that is what helped me get through!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
We're Headed to Disney!As a child, I never dreamed of going to Disney. We were not short on vacations; Disney just was not one of them. Fast forward to my sister having her...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Haunting Words Since DiagnosisI was told about my stage 4 lung cancer in December 2019. There have been many words I've heard and read describing my stage 4 diagnosis. Most of the time...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Honoring My MotherDeath is a part of life. No matter what, it’s never easy to deal with the loss of a loved one. Especially if you are a person living with lung...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Have Mixed Feelings About Ending Cancer TreatmentMy lung cancer journey started in December 2018. I have GERD and have dealt with it for many years, but I had pain in my abdomen that wasn't going away...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medical PTSD In Cancer PatientsFor many people, cancer is the worst fear of all. The word "cancer" often leads people to imagine hair loss, chemotherapy, nausea, and other physical symptoms. However, the physical symptoms...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
In The News: Updates to Widespread Lung Cancer Screening Linked to Improved SurvivalLung cancer causes more deaths than any other kind of cancer. However, studies show that lung cancer screening can save lives. And the earlier the screening, the better. The purpose...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Aftercare with Lung CancerSometimes, depending on your healthcare facility, there may or may not be a clear indication of the best aftercare practices after being diagnosed with lung cancer. At times you may...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Being NED: My StoryI’m in quite a few lung cancer groups on Facebook, and I often read how some members wish they were NED for lung cancer. Or, they're hoping that they will...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments