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“Because They Are Nice”

As we continue to recover from the chemo and radiation therapy, we often reflect on ‘how things used to be’.  Always willing to be on the go, ‘The Little One’ has taken a wait and see attitude on many...

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The Heart of Caregiving

Cancer came upon us in one full swoop.  Often times, we get into situations that are beyond our control…’things’ just happen, like Cancer.  Care-givers are often thrown into their roles on a moments...

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Amazement!

Photo Credit: Pinterest As we continue to move forward with his aftercare, there is amazement on every side of the aisle. Our last report from the primary care doctor was terrific. She, like everyone...

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On Borrowed Time?

  I decided to try something different this evening with my blog post… I am using Dragon Naturally Speaking to post my blog this evening.  I have come to the realization that I am much better at...

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82: Who Would Have Known?

Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.  Aristotle  Today, ‘The Little One’ turns 82! It is a feat to recognize considering we are now 16 months past the oncologist‘s original...

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“He’s My Miracle Patient!”

“He’s MY Miracle Patient”  Dr. Milica Starcevic April 1, 2013 Today as we visited Richard’s primary care physician for his quarterly check-up. This is no April Fools joke, reality before our eyes, a...

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‘Guys Who Care’

The article below was written by Diane C. ‍Lade Staff writer of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.  Diane has given me permission to share this article with my readers.   Thank You Diane for including us...

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Tumors Have No Boundaries

One of the insidious parts of (most) cancer is that it is often sight unseen. Sure, the naked eye can see the wear and tear that chemotherapy and radiation takes on the body, but those nasty tumors...

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Tuesday on Be A Healthy Caregiver HIV: People Think It’s Over!

Join me on Tuesday at 1:00 pm (est) for a special conversation with Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Steven Schwabish for a discussion on HIV.   To listen to our show live, simply click here! Steven...

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Happy Thanks-Caregiving

You must do things you think you cannot do.  Eleanor Roosevelt  We are Thankful for those who are Caregivers today: We are Thankful for those who will be Caregivers tomorrow: We are especially Thankful...

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