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Stepping Back to Move Forward
I try my hardest to look forward. I encourage others to do the same when exiting the gates of Cancerland and transitioning into life after. Don’t look back. Push forward. Look ahead. Yes, it’s true....
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Moving Forward Regardless
Looking down at the file in hand, he reads aloud, “It looks like the report says that there’s an eight millimeter spot on the bottom of your right lung.” Silence. Though there are four of us in the...
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Milestones of the Miraculous
Engrained in our spirit is the act of looking forward. From a young age we are encouraged to dream, imagine, and explore the exciting things the future has to offer. We are trained to set goals and...
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Alive and Pinching Myself
I still wake up pinching myself. I cannot believe that I am done with treatment yet again. I have four major fights against cancer under my belt now, and I feel like a champion. I cannot begin to...
View ArticleCrossing The Finish Line of Chemotherapy
For the first time in six months, I woke up on Monday morning and did not go to chemotherapy. I did not hop in the shower knowing I wouldn’t have energy the next day to do so. I did not climb into my...
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Dear Stephanie: A Letter to Myself Before Cancer
Dear Stephanie of January 2012, You are both stronger and weaker than you could ever imagine. Life is about to show you that. Though you won’t be sure what she means, take the advice of your friend...
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What We Need When We Need It Most
Sometimes the simplest things in life bring the most joy. Though I’ve shared monumental moments of my journey including a phone call from Peyton Manning and being on The Ellen Show, often what brings...
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Putting a Bandaid Where It Doesn’t Belong
Life is not meant to be lived passively, but proactively. I need to remember that. We all do. Instead of allowing life to pass by and just happen to me, I need to stake my claim and walk forward...
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Raising The White Flag
There are moments when we reach the end of our rope. When no matter how hard we try to hold the pieces in place, everything continues to slip out of our grasp. When we desperately wish for things to...
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“Hi Stephanie, This is Peyton Manning.”
The Sheriff. 18. PFM. Peyton Freakin’ Manning. The Denver Broncos quarterback is referred to by many nicknames. However, after Saturday afternoon, I’d primarily refer to him as genuine, kind, and...
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Don’t Worry, I’m a Professional
Being a professional is a good thing, right? I’m no longer a novice, and am far beyond proficient. I’m now an expert at chemotherapy. This upcoming season of treatment will be my fourth go around,...
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Treasures in Texas
MD Anderson Cancer Center You know that feeling you get when you’re on your way back home from a trip out of town? The one where, though sad to leave, you are excited to get home and sleep in your own...
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We’re Going to Houston!
We asked and you answered. I am in absolute awe, deeply humbled, and practically speechless at the depth of generosity we have received this past week. As most of you know, we set up a GoFundMe online...
View ArticleWe Need Your Help
There are times in all of our lives when we get to the end of our ropes and need to reach out to others. Personally, it usually takes me reaching the last thread of said rope before I ask for help. I...
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Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired
I have struggled since surgery, both physically and emotionally. This journey that I’m on, though abundant in blessings, is a difficult one. There are great achievements and considerable...
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Pruning What Doesn’t Belong
A fourth surgery in less than three years? No problem. In fact, I told my doctor if he needed to cut me open from my shoulders to my knees, I wouldn’t care. Just get the job done. Remove what doesn’t...
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Caregiving: A Perspective From Both Sides of The Coin
(As featured on Cancer Knowledge Network) Most of you know me as the writer in our family. Little do you know, my husband is talented in written form as well. Recently, Matt and I were asked to...
View ArticleComplicated Results and Abundant Faith
It’s that time of the year again. My three month follow up scan has arrived. If you follow me on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, you know that I laid on the hard, metal table one week ago. The results...
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A Big Thank You
Every week I receive emails from readers sharing how I’ve helped them through their own journeys. Readers that tell me how inspiring, raw, authentic, and brave I am to share my story so openly. Men and...
View ArticleThe Shadow of Cancer
Cancer has the potential to affect every detail in my life. It can sink into the nooks and crannies, and infiltrate the depths of my existence. It can wedge itself where it doesn’t belong. Cancer is...
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