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Archive – 2023

Pure Love: Knowing That I’m Not Alone Has Been the Greatest Gift

LGFB brought forward this optimism, joy, happiness, and distraction from the struggles I was going through. It connects people who wouldn’t otherwise know each other. It’s a wonderful thing.

Nov. 13, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

Focusing on Controlling What I Can Control: How I Dealt with Breast Cancer

From the moment I got my diagnosis, I told my daughters that this is happening for a reason – and that something will have to come from it. If I can help one person through their journey, then maybe that’s my reason...

Oct. 30, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

How Cancer Gave Me a New Outlook on Life and a New Career

Today, I've become more spiritual because of my experience. After my emergency surgery, I felt like I was given another chance at life. I'm much calmer now. I move through life at a slower pace and don't stress as much

Oct. 3, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

Filling My Heart with the Positives, Even in the Scariest of Times

I've had two surgeries now - a partial mastectomy and a lymph node dissection. I look different than I did before, but I don't care. I still wear bathing suits and little strapless tops. If somebody sees a scar, well, whatever..

Sept. 26, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

Life with Cancer: The Power of Good Hair and Good Friends

I was far more concerned with being healthy than I was with my appearance, but having my appearance change so drastically undoubtedly had an effect on me.

Aug. 1, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

How I Realized I Wasn't Alone and Learned to Accept Uncertainty

During chemo, Chad shaved my head for me. I thought it would be traumatic – I loved my long brown hair – but it ended up being a beautiful moment. Christopher held my hand the whole time and said, “You’re doing great, mama. You look beautiful.”

July 21, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

I’m Not Just My Cancer – I’m So Much More

I talked to my psychiatrist and he pointed out that while doctors treat the illness, it’s important to look at the person as a whole – how they feel about themselves and how they look at themselves. I agree.

June 26, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

From Workouts to Workshops – Finding Ease in My Cancer Journey

When I suddenly stopped showing up at the gym every day, people noticed – and when I finally came back after 15 months of cancer treatment, they all wanted to know where I’d been.I tell everyone what’s going on. And it has helped me connect with so many other people who faced cancer.

May 17, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

Cancer Affects Us All, and We Need More Resources for Men – Like LGFB

As a man, I never thought I’d need to moisturize or use an eyebrow pencil – but if I’m losing my eyebrows, it turns out that I do.

April 24, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

Why We Love and Support Look Good Feel Better

When the kit was delivered to me – holy cow! I was so surprised. Seeing the size and fullness of it, how every little detail was covered and how this was available for people who had no clue how to deal with skincare and makeup – it made me cry.

April 17, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil

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Archive – 2023

Pure Love: Knowing That I’m Not Alone Has Been the Greatest Gift

Focusing on Controlling What I Can Control: How I Dealt with Breast Cancer

How Cancer Gave Me a New Outlook on Life and a New Career

Filling My Heart with the Positives, Even in the Scariest of Times

Life with Cancer: The Power of Good Hair and Good Friends

How I Realized I Wasn't Alone and Learned to Accept Uncertainty

I’m Not Just My Cancer – I’m So Much More

From Workouts to Workshops – Finding Ease in My Cancer Journey

Cancer Affects Us All, and We Need More Resources for Men – Like LGFB

Why We Love and Support Look Good Feel Better

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