What Slowed Down
I noticed it before he did, I think, though neither of us said anything at the time. We were having coffee at his kitchen table, the way we did most Saturdays, and I watched his…
Guilt in Cancer: Naming Unhelpful Blame & Honoring Resilience
Guilt can feel like a second illness during Cancer, but it doesn’t get to tell the whole story of your life; you can notice when it drains your energy, name it as unhelpful, and gently…
You Won’t See Time the Same After This (Cancer and the Gift of Now)
What if the calendar you trust is a mirage? Before cancer, I planned months ahead and counted on a long runway of tomorrows. Then a life changing situation struck. The ground under my feet moved,…
How Cancer Changes What Matters
Life rarely unfolds the way we imagine, and a cancer diagnosis amplifies this truth in a way few other experiences can. Suddenly, the soundtrack of daily life shifts, and the small irritations we once carried—misplaced…
The Best Things in Life Are Not Things
Rethinking What Matters After Cancer Before cancer, many people believe possessions and achievements define their worth. Daily schedules fill with tasks, and milestones center on what can be bought or accomplished. When cancer enters the…
