“You are cancer-free. Go live your life.” It’s been almost a year since Dr. Asik said the words I longed to hear.  To bring you up to speed, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in December 2018, and had chemotherapy infusions from January through May 2019. Always positive-minded and goal-oriented, I started my journey with … Continue reading One day at a time

I haven’t posted in a while, because to be perfectly honest, I just didn’t have it in me. What I did have in me was a lot of chemo drugs and a bad attitude. Some of you have heard the live updates of what has transpired over the last month. But most of you have … Continue reading I may have started celebrating too soon

I have a big day on Thursday – the four month PET scan. In my story, the scan is clear, aka cancer free, and I live happily ever after. Are you with me? I’m keeping it simple, but that’s the gist, and I need everyone on board. Connect with your prayer groups, light your candles, … Continue reading I’m rallying the troops

Just got a group text from my running buddy July, with some photos of me, Donna, and her taking a strength training boot camp class a couple of years ago. July has since moved out of the area, but we stay in touch. Her text read, “Came across these. How much fun we had! Actually … Continue reading Find your tribe

You read an earlier post that featured the Warrior bracelet I received from my cousin April. https://lindaedwardswriter.wordpress.com/2018/12/13/support-group/ She lives in another state and surprised me by sending an inspiring piece of jewelry that has become my daily wear for this journey. I’ve since come to learn I’m not the only one. My daughter. My sister. … Continue reading Warrior Women (and Men)