How can you inspire a child to keep fighting cancer when they have more bad days than good? What can you do to make the days easier and more comfortable? How can you help a child you love punch cancer in the face? When you’re looking for thoughtful, fun gifts for children with cancer, there…
If you need spiritual support in your caregiving journey, you absolutely need to read these bible verses about caring for elderly parents. You love your parents, there’s no question about that. You’ve grown far beyond your sullen teenage years and learned how much they sacrificed for you now that you’re an adult. And you’ve learned that…
Grief can be a lot to take, whether you’re prepared for it or not. But what are the six stages of grief? Here’s a guide, plus tips on coping with each one. Some people find themselves relatively prepared for grief to strike. They’ve watched a friend or family member struggle with a terminal illness over a long…
We were in the car when my dad dropped the bomb. “I’ve got Lung Cancer,” he said casually as if we were talking about the weather. I had no idea what to say… no clue how to respond. I just sat there shocked. Trying to catch my breath, and silently wiping at the tears that…
Where is God, in that moment when your whole world is turned upside down, and you know in your heart that nothing will ever be the same? Why would anyone who loves us as much as He does allow us to go through an experience as heartbreaking as a loved one being diagnosed with cancer……
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone you love, you should check out these incredible gift ideas for male cancer patients. When my dad was first diagnosed with Lung Cancer, I spent a lot of time searching for the perfect gift that would keep him strong and inspired. I swear, it felt like…
The absolute BEST hope for cancer patients quotes to keep you strong and inspired even on the bad days when everything sucks. Here’s what I’ve realized since my dad was diagnosed with cancer… It doesn’t matter if you follow all the rules. It doesn’t matter if you do everything that you are supposed to do,…
3 caregiver burnout tips that will make a huge difference in how you feel and your ability to keep pushing through. Today sucks. I just need to breathe it out and keep going. But honestly, I don’t think I can. I feel off. Not at all like myself. This is a dangerous place for me…
5 crucial tips for caregivers that will make life easier and much less stressful. Simple tips that make a huge difference in this journey. I remember exactly how crazy life was when my dad was diagnosed with cancer and I became his caregiver. Suddenly you’re responsible for the health, safety, and wellbeing of another person…
A few weeks ago, I hit the end of my ability to “just keep going” and here’s what I did… I took the weekend off, took a much needed break and I did what I wanted to do (which I should warn you it wasn’t much). I stayed in my pajamas (and when I showered,…