Cancer has had a major impact on my life since 1991, when my aunt was first diagnosed with breast cancer. After two recurrences, she passed away in 2003; I lost…
In February of 2008, after returning from a trip to the Dominican Republic, I went to the doctor complaining of constipation. I was told it was probably just the change…
My parents got divorced when I was 3 years old, which is when I moved into my grandfather’s house with my mom and siblings until we got a place of…
As a young teen I was diagnosed with endometriosis and ovarian cysts. These created chronic pain in my back, abdomen and irregular bowel issues. In my early twenties I started noticing more…
My name is Shannon Pate. I am married to a great guy for almost 30 years and we have two awesome daughters. I love my family and friends with my…
My mother, Lisa Dubois, was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer in February of 2011; by July 2012 she had passed away. My mother was my best friend. She was…
I am a teacher, currently teaching Art History and Art Appreciation for Montgomery College, just north of Houston, TX. I have been fit and healthy all of my life, even…
My son, Chace Johnson, 27 years old was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer of October 2011. Chace went into his clinic complaining of stomach pains. His physician took an…
My name is Regina Lassabe, I am a wife of a loving husband who I have been married to for thirteen years this September. I have 3 beautiful children and…
My name is Kim Mehler. I am a colon cancer survivor. I’m a wife and mother to 2 young boys. When I was diagnosed with colon cancer our world shattered….