I don't remember much about 2023. There were plenty of highs and some lows along the way as well I am sure. I will do my best to reflect...

Today, I had a colonoscopy. As I arrived to the facilty to check in, like most facilities I have found myself visiting since the...

It was lonely at the oncologist's office today. As I walked out of school early this afternoon, my principal saw me. "Hey, you're not...

I haven't written much this year. I haven't felt like it. Today is my birthday, so I'll write a brief recap of the last calendar year....

I had a lot of fun supporting Pearson and Reedy students this school year. They did a lot of winning! The school year began with a...

The year began with feelings of optimism as I concluded a time of isolation due to a positive COVID 19 test over the winter break. I...

I am thankful for a caring primary care physician I am thankful for answers to many medical questions I am thankful for a cancer...

I received yellow socks today to add to my collection of medical memorabilia. I also received a new bracelet as well as the memory of an...

In March, I was informed there is a 3-4% chance of recurrence and neither chemo nor radiation would affect that percentage. That was good...

Today is September 1, 2022. It is my 42nd birthday. It is my 5th birthday I will celebrate since my mother died. It is my mother that...

To My 2023s, Each school year is filled with countless moments that, in the moment, seem insignificant. The opportunity I have to...

4 months ago I underwent a sigmoid colectomy. Just over 6 inches of my colon was removed including a 4.3 cm tumor. At the site of the...

I recently had a follow up CT scan to check my abdomen following my January diagnosis of colorectal cancer and my February surgery to...

As of today, I no longer have any restrictions related to my February 10th surgery. My restriction of lifting no more than 20 pounds has...

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This is my story. According to the American Cancer Society, symptoms of colorectal...

Today I had my initial appointment with my oncologist to discuss the plan going forward. Based on the results of my surgery and...

This will be short and to the point. Today I had my follow up appointment regarding my surgery on February 10th. Pathology results came...

I have never been shy in regards to shedding tears. Anyone who has spent a significant amount of time with me has likely seen me cry at...

After a three night stay in the Sarah Cannon Cancer Hospital at Medical City Plano, the time has come to say goodbye to Room C222. I am...

MONDAY: My last full day of work. TUESDAY MORNING: Pre-op. TUESDAY AFTERNOON: Work. My last time on campus for a while. WEDNESDAY: Colon...