LACS: OH, HOW I HATE COVID-19!! -Part 1
Many around the world are feeling the economic, social, and personal impact. For many, the wreckage includes innocent lives lost, loved ones suffering & dying alone, severe mental trauma from staying inside overwhelming anxiety, mental exhaustion, unmanageable depression, feelings of despair, irrational behavior, irrational responses to others' behavior, critical judgment on every level imaginable, and an election exceptionally vital to both sides of the aisle.
Read moreLACS - Crohn's Destruction: Trauma, Anxiety, Fear and How To Help
I feel the need to represent those suffering from this silent disease and how it destroys much of your hopes, self-worth, and ranks among the highest cause of suicide due to the humiliation it causes.
Read moreLACS - Life After Cancer? (Part 2)
One of the most common phrases used in my discussions with various people, companies, or organizations is "there is nothing I (we) can do." Such massive gutlessness makes me cringe and very confrontational.
Read moreLACS - Integrity and Diversity
Integrity is unlike other personality traits; evaluations do not reside in personal feelings. Friendships appreciate specific aspects of how a person exudes said trait, while even dealing with negative consequences, detractors often reach similar conclusions.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Dealing with COVID-19
Please let me know how I can better serve those out there who need help. Sometimes I get so caught up in my own life that I forget what is essential. My main goal in writing this blog is to connect with those whose voice is not heard.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Finding A Purpose
Despite surviving all this time, despite outliving all of my death sentences, I still struggle to wonder what my calling is. Why am I still here? Why did I survive? Why do I find myself struggling if I find myself blessed enough to be here?
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Discouraged & Vulnerable
Many survivors deal with chronic pain that creates new feelings of vulnerability. I am starting to worry about what is going to happen to people in my position. This week I have been dealing with excessive swelling from lymphedema. The term is redundant since there is no one without the other.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Turning Pain Into a Positive
Before depression sets in, the first thing you need to understand is that not all of the changes are negative. While the stress, anxiety, and fear are all expected, cancer can also help other areas of your life that the patient/survivor can for an advantage.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Thanksgiving 1990
A portion of today’s blog can be found below
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! - Before I begin, I want to take this time to wish everyone the Happiest Thanksgiving imaginable and that the good Lord bless and keep all of you.
Thanksgiving 1990 was a change for me (not nearly as drastic as the next 28 were), but that year was the first spent without both my mother and father together. Earlier that year (September), they had split, and I was living at home with my father while my mom stayed with my oldest sister and her husband.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - From Tiers to Tears - Part 2
Any relationship which one relies on the other financially can cause resentment. It can also create the one who needs assistance to feel shame. I did. Never again will I put the burden of my health issues on anyone else. I am limited, but not useless. It is essential to me that I be financially independent, even if I die trying.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - From Tiers to Tears - Part 1
I have not been myself these last few months. I've been angry, short with people, overly sarcastic, and redundantly cynical. That is not the person I am. I always had a positive outlook on life. The only time I get to be myself is when I'm on the radio for six hours during the week.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Our Pets
Below you will find a brief section of today’s blog
I think therapy animals should be available at every cancer hospital. The love an animal gives you is much different than a human. They understand a side to us that humans never will. They accept us, and their entire day can be made just from our being in their presence.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Forgiveness
One thing we all struggle with is forgiveness. I have made some brutal mistakes that have devastated others and been incredibly selfish. I have been the poster boy for thinking only of myself. When I felt convicted and made aware of my behavior, I experienced long seasons of remorse and self-loathing.
Read moreLACS - Dying Cancer Patient Final Words Inspire Many
When you are facing death, the thoughts, words, and advice that form in your mind are remarkable. There were a few times during my brush with death that I expressed my views about what is essential in life.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor - Worrying
This topic is difficult for me of which to speak. I don't want to be a hypocrite, so let me start by saying worrying impacts my life consistently. I did not have this mindset before being diagnosed with cancer. I am not worried about the cancer returning, but about the side effects that create environments that I can't control.
Read moreLiving As A Cancer Survivor: Actions speak loudest
When you are dealing with cancer, many things will be outside of your control. As a family member, spouse, sibling, or parent, seeing a loved one suffer is one of the worst feelings you will experience. The sentiment is mutual for the patient or survivor.
Read moreAnother Perspective Part 5 - Questions Anyone? →
The following excerpt is the fifth thing that Rachael Yahne’s mentions in her article “5 Things that they never tell you about life after cancer”
People will be scared to ask you questions (even though they'll have a lot of questions)
Read moreAnother Perspective Part 4 - Awkward Conversations
The following excerpt is the fourth thing that Rachael Yahne’s mentions in her article “5 Things that they never tell you about life after cancer”
There will be some awkward conversations...
In life after cancer and treatment, even the physical parts of your being are different. Especially when it comes to dating. There are scars. There is skin that is very tender to the touch because of the radiation. There are hangups and insecurities that are caused by the way my body is different now. So yes, there will be a level of communication absolutely necessary to make sure both partners are comfortable.
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