Two years ago, at the age of 31 and with 2 young kids, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Before I started the surgery, treatment, and chemo my husband said we’d take an after cancer vacation when all of this was over. I could choose anywhere. It gave me something to look forward to. Even…
If you have ever had serious health issues, you know how tough it is to wait for test results. For me, I have anxiety before, during, and after the test. Every time the phone rings my heart rate doubles. The sight of my doctors name on the caller ID almost causes a heart attack. You…
The Breast Cancer Resource Center (BCRC) serves women with breast cancer, their families, spouses, partners, and friends. In order to help women of all ages, stages, and types of breast cancer, each year the BCRC has an Art Bra event in Austin, Texas where breast cancer survivors model bras for charity. Breast Cancer Survivors Model Bras in…
So, I know a lot of people say this after cancer or a near-death experience, but it really is true. I am learning how to enjoy the small things in life, not take things for granted, and just overall live life to the fullest. Throughout my life I like to think of my self as…
So, as most of you know, a year ago I going through chemo for breast cancer. I have been working really hard the last few months to be healthy and get in shape. Today, was a big accomplishment for me. I ran the Rock and Roll San Antonio Half Marathon. I ran the whole time…
We (my husband and I) just got back from Race for the Cure: Austin. A year ago, I had just started chemo for breast cancer. Today, I easily ran 3 miles. It felt great. As a survivor we got special benefits. We got close up parking and access to the survivor’s tent for breakfast and…