During my recurrent cervical cancer treatment, I knew that mental strength was as important as my physical strength. But it was something I had to work on each day, especially on days when I felt weak.
After lying in bed for several days after my chemotherapy, I forced myself to get up and walk around the block. I rarely wanted to walk, but I knew if I got up and got moving outside in the fresh air, I would feel stronger...
I recently went on vacation to California with my two sons. We did all of the touristy San Francisco attractions, including driving down Lombard...
Recently, I had the honor of participating in a tour of MD Anderson's campus and research facilities. I learned about the many services available...
This week I went to MD Anderson for a follow-up appointment. I am 17 months past the day that I learned that there is no evidence of disease in my body.
I felt different being at MD Anderson this time. I was not anxious for my appointment. I felt much like when I was first diagnosed with cervical cancer: I didn't feel that I looked like someone with cancer.
When people who I met on the plane or the...
Why is it so difficult for many of us -- especially women -- to receive a compliment?
For those of us who've undergone cancer...
Who ever thought a dare would turn into the way you told your friends there's no evidence of cancer in your body?
I traveled to Houston...
Because I had recurring cervical cancer after seven years, my two experiences with cervical cancer were very different.
When...
I'm working hard to get back to my pre-cancer fitness level. I've struggled to find motivation to run the way I did before and during chemotherapy...
Yesterday, I visited with my 100-year-old grandmother, Nana.
By all accounts, she is a healthy woman. When she was 94, she...
As I get ready to go to Houston for a follow-up appointment, I'm having scanxiety. It's that feeling of anxiety and worry that comes with...