On Memorial Day, we honor those who died in combat and from illnesses related to their military service. Lyn May - 1946 to 1993 Between 1962 and 1971, the United States Military sprayed Agent Orange, a "blend of tactical herbicides," during Operation Ranch Hand to remove … [Read more...]
What You Left Unsaid
Lately, I've been thinking about how your mortality became painfully clear not much older than I am now. The dreaded "c" word answered the fears about your mysterious pains with a larger fear and a more frightening unknown: cancer. I've lived longer without you physically … [Read more...]
A Family’s Experience with Cancer: Mom’s Story
This is the final contribution in a five part series sharing my family's experiences with cancer. They start with my oldest sister and finish here with my mom, Cathy. You can read them in any order by following these links: Meredith, Merilee, McKinzie, My Story. To read my … [Read more...]
A Family’s Experience with Cancer: My Story
This is the fourth in a five part series sharing my family's experiences with cancer. They start with my oldest sister, down to me, and will end with my mom. You can read them in any order by following these links: Meredith, Merilee, McKinzie. Welcome to those visiting from … [Read more...]
A Family’s Experience with Cancer: McKinzie’s Story
This is the third in a series sharing five different perspectives on my family's experience with cancer. Be sure to read part one here and part two here. Tomorrow I will share my experience as the youngest sister. This is my sister McKinzie's story. Her blog … [Read more...]
