Mother’s Day Musings

I cannot remember a time that my mother wasn’t by my side. My family moved away from Arizona when I was 18, leaving me behind. This was my stubborn choice, as I did not want to live in Rockford, Illinois. So for her to be here for me through every surgery and most chemotherapy treatments … Continue reading

Overcomer

  One year ago today I started chemotherapy for breast cancer. 23 years ago today I finished chemotherapy for Burkitt’s lymphoma. Over the last year, my full-time job has been caring for my body. I have doctor’s appointments most days, followed by eating well and exercising in hopes that I will get more time on … Continue reading