the Journey

“Scars are souvenirs we never lose.”

It's odd, writing for yourself. I have little hesitation staring momentarily at a virtually blank digital canvas before filling it with a story, an analysis, a homework assignment, or an essay. But, finding the courage or even the right words to describe your own life, is difficult sometimes. The "I should write a blog post… Continue reading “Scars are souvenirs we never lose.”

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More Than Cancer

Because my life is so much more than cancer, let's talk about something I'm super passionate about: running. I've always struggled with my weight and used asthma as my crutch giving reason as to why I couldn't (wouldn't) work out. Unhappy with my self- image I began exercising, watching what I ate, and ultimately, discovered… Continue reading More Than Cancer

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Here We Go

My first step toward advocacy and promoting awareness will be participating in The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life event tomorrow. This is the first of many steps I plan to take in order to advocate, provide awareness, share my journey, and inspire others. I refuse to be defined by cancer and I hope my… Continue reading Here We Go

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Glück: Defined.

I'm sure some of you are curious as to why the title of my blog is foreign: glück. Or maybe you're not, but I'm going to tell you anyways. 😜 My husband, Nathan, has an incredible memory and is seriously one of the most intelligent individuals I have ever met. When we first met, he… Continue reading Glück: Defined.

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God Must Think I’m Pretty Patient

Today, I was supposed to receive my biopsy results that were taken during my surgery last week and ultimately be the DETERMINATION of cancer/illness. I'm assuming you can imagine the immense level of anticipation and reluctant eagerness that engulfed not only me but those around me. I was even going to take a selfie and… Continue reading God Must Think I’m Pretty Patient

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Awareness

Spread awareness, educate yourself, and contribute if possible. This I believe will be my end-game, help contribute to the awareness of rare diseases, the ones no one knows about. ❤️ https://rarediseases.org/