Hello Cancer Friends

Hello Cancer Friends! I'm thrilled to introduce you to my friend, Beccah! She's amazing and has helped show me how to live the life I want to live! She can help you, too! Cancer has a great way of screwing everything up...even after the treatments are over and survival has been obtained. Beccah brought so much to my attention that I would have never have considered otherwise. Enjoy!

Trigger Warning: Loss Meet Shane. On this episode, he shares his story of love, loss and how he was able to KEEP GOING! 

Hello Cancer Friends! After nearly a year, Hello Cancer Friends is back. Today I will discuss my life in remission. Cancer is a game changer and life hasn't been the same since my diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in 2019. While the appreciation of survival is beyond words, it isn't always easy to just pick up where you leave off. I think I've figured out what works for me...and I&apos...

The unfortunate reality of cancer is that you can hope all you want and sometimes it will not change the outcome. My mind was in that place prior to my genetic breakthrough. Not everyone is as lucky. In this episode, I share what helped me to get through a time when my demise was the only logical future I had.

Meet Mary! Having cancer is scary. Having a rare cancer adds other challenges when there is a lack of information. Mary explains how she has learned to navigate her situation as well as how she's met some great professionals to help her through! Thank you so much for sharing your story, Mary!

Meet Jennifer! She has gone through so much, yet has taken the time to join us today to share her amazing story. There is so much to learn while living this experience. Jennifer has taken good notes and is sharing so many helpful lessons. Hello Cancer Friends is so lucky to know you! Thank you!

Hi Friends! Quick update on my surgery adventure and Happy 3rd Year Anniversary to Hello Cancer Friends! I could not do this without my friends. XOXO!

Acinar Cell Carcinoma twinsie, Tommy, shares his story. You'll laugh, you'll cry. All the feels in this one! Thank you Tommy! You are the best!

2024 is starting out strong with a wonderful visit from my new friend Ann! Her story will captivate you. She's been through a lot and still keeps going with faith in her heart and a smile on her face. Thank you Ann, you are amazing.

Resolutions, no. Thankful, yes. Happy New Year!

Leave your stress behind! Top 10 stress reducers for the holiday season on this episode of HELLO CANCER FRIENDS! 

Every so often I remember the silver linings of having cancer. This would be one of those moments. Meet Gracie. She's not afraid to share her story and she's spreading awareness far and wide about young patients needing to advocate for themselves. There is so much more to Gracie including raw and real poetry. Experience the emotions and for some, validity of her words, in her poem, &quot...

For this special Thanksgiving episode, I'll be serving up another word salad about my own personal story and how sometimes, I am not thankful. I'm going to say it out loud as I continue to keep it real here on Hello Cancer Friends! Thanks for listening!

Hello Cancer Friends is BACK and we are so excited to bring to you Dr. Jessica Pharar, as she shares her heartwarming story. Cancer is cruel and can break your heart. Sometimes it also helps to turn the most difficult situation into one that can help others. Carrying on the tradition of giving and generosity of her Dad, Jessica shares her drive to provide services and compassion to those that need...

Meet Rachel! She's brave and she's sharing her story to help others.  Cancer does not discriminate when it comes to age and Rachel has learned this first hand after her diagnosis at just 30 years old. Add in the topic of how genetics came into play, this episode is one to not just listen to, but share with the young people in your life.  I'm so proud to have Rachel on this episode t...

Even some beautiful days can become a shit storm before you know what happened! Trigger Warning: This episode is about my trigger experience this week. Survivorship isn't all rainbows and unicorns but with self awareness and knowing what your mind and body need, you can turn it around.

Meet Lindsay! Friends, Lindsay is the real deal. She's turning lemons into lemonade on a daily basis. You probably have already seen her on social media. Yes, it's Lindsay from Cray Gardens! From her hilarious and also sincere tik tok videos, to her own line of naughty word bracelets on Etsy, Lindsay has helped so many! Myself included!  I really enjoyed every moment of this conversation...

Meet my new friend, Tara! She caught the attention of my eyes and ears as I scrolled tik tok and I'm so happy that she agreed to share her story. Not all cancer stories are the same and Tara's is no exception. She has gone from a serious cancer situation to a recent report of NED (no evidence of disease). I've learned so much from Tara and I know you will too! Did I mention she has...

Sharing has been a helpful outlet for me to release feelings and pressures of going through a cancer experience. Today I'll be telling my story in fewer words in the format of haiku. It's fun and traumatic all at the same time! LOL!

Keep the Faith! Early on in my diagnosis I knew I was in trouble. Facing one of the deadliest cancers, it's a challenge to be hopeful but I am proof that all hope is never lost. On this episode, I'll give a sneak peak into my book "Keep the Faith". 

I have a great friend. His name is Mark and he's been on this very podcast a few times! Mark is so very kind and thoughtful. Today, I will be sharing his words of wisdom. I'm so proud and lucky to have met Mark through a social media support group. His insight is beyond helpful and I couldn't wait to share it with all of you. Thank you so very much Mark!

In the cancer world, positive can be a negative. Not today! In this episode, I'll be talking about positive chatter and how to let it take over the sometimes negative thoughts and fears one may go through when facing hard times. 

On this episode, my guest may sound familiar if you've listed to this podcast before! I have no other words to describe this one. LOL!!!

Happy New Year! This episode features yours truly with another top 10 list to get you going for the new year! 

On this episode, Shane joins me to share his incredible story of strength and hope. His story inspires and offers so much hope to anyone facing a huge mountain to climb. Shane and his wife Robin are not stopping. They keep walking those country roads!