Learning how to live, while trying not to die

A story about my stage 4 colon cancer journey,

growing to trust my inner voice, and how cancer became the best worst thing that ever happened to me

Terrible surprises

Ah, cancer. It’s the gift that keeps on giving. Per and I went to New York on Sunday to prepare for my second pump fill today. The pump...

May 6, 20192 min read

Today, we met with Gina’s oncologist and both of her surgeons. They could not be happier with her progress. She’s feeling pretty good,...

Apr 8, 20192 min read

We are settled into our second generously-loaned NYC apartment for a few more days of recovery. So far I have to say it’s not what I...

Apr 1, 20192 min read

Everything went well. The doctors, nurses, and everyone at MSK were amazing, kind, and talented. Gina is feeling much better. Now, we...

Mar 31, 20191 min read

Thanks to all for your love, support and stars yesterday. To be honest, I was really nervous going into the procedure. Delaney was super...

Mar 28, 20192 min read

It’s been 6 months since Gina’s stage four cancer diagnosis, and we’re all on our way to New York City for a few days of Spring Break...

Mar 23, 20192 min read

Gina and I are on our way back to Chicago, after a long but really good day at MSK. Gina has gained 30 pounds since her low point in...

Mar 11, 20191 min read

It's time for today's episode of Cancer: Bad News / Good News. Bad news: My platelets weren't up enough to qualify for chemo today. Good...

Feb 28, 20191 min read

Showed up for what was supposed to be my last chemo before surgery—and my platelets were too low for treatment. They will check me again...

Feb 25, 20191 min read

Today was a good day. The oncologists and surgeons at MSK were impressive, thoughtful, and positive. They feel like they’re close to...

Feb 18, 20191 min read

Chemo #8 is in the books! Had a little moment of uncertainty today, when I mentioned I had some serious bloating this weekend (the first...

Feb 11, 20192 min read

I’m a little more than a week out from my second round of chemo “back” after my chemo break, and figured worth sharing an update. I got...

Feb 5, 20192 min read