When my mother was diagnosed with cancer, my middle school friends and myself really had no idea the impact of that diagnosis, but my family did.
Why are cancer patients so hard to buy for? This question always puzzles me. When people are healthy, things are so simple, including gift buying. A jaunt to the local mall or a day in front of the TV watching QVC can be just enough for all the loved ones on your list.
Cancer doesn't care if you have suffered before.
I am always floating around trying to tend to everyone and be free while at the same time enjoying some space.
As caretakers, we feel drained when caring for another, and in order to take care of someone else, we need to take care of ourselves at the same time.
I realized not long ago that by the time I leave this Earth, no matter when it is I will have officially only spent approximately 14 years of my life where I did not have to deal with cancer.
My mother battled cancer for 12 years before losing her fight.
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I got a lot of criticism for going back on 'Survivor' to play 'Survivor: All Stars.'
My mother did not want cancer to interfere with my life, as she knew it would eventually end hers.
The truth is many people see a marriage vow as the only way people are going to stay with someone who is sick.
I have never been one to run when tragedy strikes.
