How to Help Someone Who Has Cancer

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Say (or Not to Say) #3

Next up in the series of What to Say (or Not to Say) to someone with FBC revolves around chemo.  I heard this line many times, “You only have — X #’s — of chemos left.” Now this was always well intended, as are the majority of the things that are said to cancer patients. I… Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Say (or Not to Say) #3

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Say (or Not to Say) #2

As I mentioned yesterday, I am frequently asked: What should I say (or not say) to my friend/sister/loved one who has been diagnosed with FBC (f-bomb breast cancer). FBC is a pickle (understatement of the year!) all the way around. People mean well, but when some things are said, they aren’t received quite as well… Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Say (or Not to Say) #2

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Say (or Not Say) #1

Because I’m seeing so much pink this week, I find myself thinking about all things related to FBC (f-bomb breast cancer). It’s amazing how a few (million) pink ribbons reactivate the memory of experiences (and f-bombs!). One of the things that comes to mind (that you dear readers discuss with me frequently!) is: What to… Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Say (or Not Say) #1