Embracing Life's Twists: From Childhood Dreams to Unexpected Blessings...As I reflect on my life's journey, a childhood dream of mine stands out vividly among the rest: my dream of becoming...reactionscomments
Help with bones, lungs and skin...Been reading someone like me, no pains at all but now in bones, skin and lungs at 74 won't be able to...reactions1replySymptoms
Staying Hydrated on Chemo Days...Feeling more thirsty than usual on chemotherapy days is normal. It is important to pay attention to this sign from your body...reactionscomments
Turning to Faith When Times Are Tough...I debated for a while whether I should write an article about religion. Faith is essential in my metastatic breast cancer journey...reactions6comments
Do You Know Your Colors?...Lately, I've been thinking about people like traffic signals: red, yellow, and green. Do you know your colors? Do you know the...reactionscomments
Zometa From a Caregiver’s Point of View...There comes a time every 3 months when my partner, Steph, receives an infusion of a drug called Zometa. Zoledronic acid (brand...reactionscomments
Portrayals of Cancer in Movies and Shows...It happens pretty often. You'll be watching a television show or movie, and then suddenly, BAM, the main character or someone they...reactions4comments
Box Breathing and How It Can Help With Stress...Our lives are filled with family obligations, work and school responsibilities, healthcare appointments, and busy schedules. Stress is a normal part of...reactionscomments
When You Become the Caregiver: Practical Tips...We all know this metastatic breast cancer "game" we have to play is challenging for us and our families. The constant doctor's...reactionscomments
Committing to My Wellbeing as a Full-time Caregiver...I said, "I look alright," as I glanced at myself shirtless in the mirror. "Even though I'm a bit chubby, this baggy...reactionscomments
Caregiving and Trauma...As many of you know, I've been a caregiver for my friends and family since I was 18 years old, which is...reactionscomments
How Can You Boost Your Immune System?...Our immune system is an important part of our bodies. It protects us from getting sick and helps us heal. Having advanced...reactionscomments
The Patient-Doctor Connection...A common experience among folks living with metastatic breast cancer is we spend a ton of time inside doctors' offices. I travel...reactions3comments
Speaking Up: The Importance of Self-Advocacy With Your Oncologists...Recently, my hip was bothering me. I was experiencing pain to the point of using a wheelchair to get around. My breast...reactionscomments
A Love Letter to the Thrivers...I am a survivor of stage 3 breast cancer. I will celebrate 11 years post-diagnosis this coming June. I remember waking up from...reactions6comments
Featured What were your initial symptoms of breast cancer that led you to see a doctor?...Whether it was a noticeable change in appearance, sensation, or any other symptom, what clued you in that something wasn't quite right?...reactions52repliesSymptoms
Considering treatment for pleural effusion...I have bilateral pleural effusions. I have had one thoracentesis. I have decided to stop systemic treatment of cancer, my focus is...reactions6repliesTreatmentTips & Advice
How to Handle Insurance Denials and Limits...Finding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Understanding what an insurance denial is...reactionscomments
Setting Boundaries: Prioritizing Well-Being at Home...Love is in the air, and you know what else is? Germs. That probably wasn't the first thing to come to mind...reactions3comments
The Fallible Caregiver Series: Finding Strength and Connecting to Empathy...I consider my wife and I a relatively young couple. Rebekah is 35, and I'm 45. We've been married for 8 and...reactionscomments
