Cancer Battle

Before my dad was diagnosed with Lung Cancer it didn’t matter if I was a mess or if I wasted a ton of time on things that had no bearing on my life.  But after the diagnosis, I needed to become organized, as quickly as possible.   Once cancer exploded into our lives, I had to…

I’ll never forget a few days after my dad’s first chemo treatment.   We had no idea what to expect since he was in the hospital for his first treatment and the only heads-up we had was when the attending doctor told us he may “feel a little sick.” “A little sick?” The man woke up…

We were sitting in the oncologist’s office waiting for my dad’s doctor. We were about a year into our cancer journey and had been passing tests with flying colors.   When he came in I started the conversation about blood levels and medicine and some other super important thing (that totally didn’t matter 5 minutes…

These are the best bible verses to bring you comfort, encouragement, and renewed hope when you’re fighting cancer. These passages speak of God’s love, healing, and the promise of a brighter future, reminding us that even in the midst of our darkest moments… In His holy name, we are not alone. The journey through cancer…

The life of a caregiver is a tough, tough gig.  I get it, you would love to quit your job, you might even have to and devote all of your time to taking care of a loved one with cancer.  But, the reality of life is this…  You have to find a way to pay…

Isn’t it time that cancer gave you back something other than the stress, anxiety, and financial devastation? What if cancer gave you some extra money? The best part…  Everything you need to get that extra money for the things you need is based on the traumatic experience you’re already living. Plus you can make this…

We’re spaghetti and meat sauce, Italian subs, and chicken marsala kind of people.  Bread and pasta are almost always on the menu.  And we love food.  Especially good food. So when my dad was diagnosed with Lung Cancer, trying to incorporate the kind of uber-healthy meal plan that’s normally suggested for cancer patients felt pretty…

As a caregiver, I am always looking for ideas to make the day easier. And one of the most problematic parts of the day is the age old question… What’s for dinner? Who wants to deal with the stress of dinner, after a long, exhausting day? When you have a lot on your plate and…

This caregiver planner focuses on the only 3 things that matter when dealing with a complex cancer schedule. When my dad was first diagnosed with Lung Cancer, let’s just say it was a bit of a shit show.  Like the morning I just finished brewing my first cup of coffee and the phone rings. “Are…