I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in September, 2003. I had gone to my OBGYN for a regular checkup on September 25, 2003. In the middle of my doctor telling…
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Faces of Blue is a storytelling series, focused on sharing the experiences of colorectal cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, and anyone impacted by colorectal cancer.
By publishing these accounts of courage, endurance, strength, and even humor, we hope to share a common experiences and provide encouragement for all affected by this disease.
New stories are published frequently throughout the year here on our website, and are posted to our social media pages, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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My name is Gidget Hall. I am a colon cancer survivor and so much more. I’m a single Mom, who used to work two jobs to support two wonderful sons….
My name is Candace Henley. I am a mother of five daughters and have one grandson. I have raised eight girls total. I currently work as a Customer Service Specialist…
I am 57 years young, husband (34 years), father (two sons, 30 and 32 years), friend, surf instructor and 26 year colon cancer survivor and ostomate. I am an advocate…
I am a 33-year-old wife and a mom of two little girls who were three and six when I was diagnosed with colon cancer. My husband was in school working…
The summer before my mother, Lynne, was diagnosed with Stage IV Metastatic Colon Cancer, she seemed perfectly happy and healthy. She read a plethora of books while sunbathing (one of…
There are a lot of books out there written on how to cope with a cancer diagnosis. I’m pretty sure if I were to ask my mom how she copes,…
My relationship with my dad was very strong; we did everything together, bike ride, roller skate, swim, hike, bird watching and so much more. My father was very active and enjoyed the…
Vanda Edmondson is a wife, a mother who home schools her children, a friend, a small business owner, rancher, colon cancer survivor, and triathlete. I know, those last two don’t…
There is not a day that goes by that I don’t think of my dear Aunt Sofia. She was my mom’s sister and my best friend. Sadly, she passed away…
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