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Cancer Memories of a Christmas Past

December 24th 2024

By Debbie Legault

This Christmas, my wish for all of you is that you read this and feel seen, that someone out there knows how very hard this is for you.

A Christmas Carol: Lessons Learned From the Past, Present and Future

December 23rd 2024

By Jessica Bolz

Watching "Scrooge" every Christmas made me reflect on my own journey, where my past struggles with illness taught me valuable lessons about forgiveness, love and joy.

Reflecting on Cancer During a Christmas Morning Run

December 20th 2024

By Brian Sluga

A reflective Christmas morning run, following a cancer diagnosis, inspires profound gratitude for life and a renewed commitment to living a meaningful life.

A Holiday Poem: Who Says Cancer Doesn’t Rhyme?

December 18th 2024

By Burt Rosen

The holiday season is here, so here’s a festive poem to remind us that cancer should not control us during this time.

Keeping Cancer Out of the Closet

December 17th 2024

By Linda Cohen

I’m very grateful for my SLL medication, but I never thought a side effect of the medication would affect my wardrobe for the rest of my life.

My Dog and Thoughts of Gratitude After Cancer

December 16th 2024

By Mary Sansone

During this holiday season, I wanted to take a moment and reflect on how my dog Payton stayed by my side during acute myeloid leukemia.

Cancer Taught Me to Make the Best of Everything

December 13th 2024

By Jane Biehl Ph.D.

As a survivor of MDS, I’ve learned to make the best of every day and to be thankful for life. Sometimes this means avoiding others who are less grateful.

My Need for A Disciplined Mind as a Cancer Survivor

December 12th 2024

By Brian Sluga

For many years, I have trained my mind to have more discipline, especially after being diagnosed with testicular cancer in my 20s.

With CLL, I Try to Make the Best of Everything

December 11th 2024

By Chester Freeman

I haven’t been too happy with my blood work with CLL, but I try to enjoy what I can — including apples during fall.

A Season of Setbacks and Thanks With Metastatic Breast Cancer

December 10th 2024

By Martha Carlson

Setbacks happen often in life, but finding gratitude can come at unexpected moments with cancer.