Second Chance in Life

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Wendy Santana

Following is a quote by fellow brain tumor warrior, Sarah Caras. Sharing with permission. Thank you for your beautiful words, Sarah! “I think one of the coolest things about people in our position is we get a second chance in life that most people don’t get. We get to see how precious life really is and can live our lives accordingly. …

Loss

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Wendy Santana

Artwork and writing by Noé Santana, 12-years-old. “He trudged across the ever-changing sands of life… the wind picked up and the sand swirled around his feet, as his memories did in his head. Memories of things lost and thoughts of things yet to come. Absorbed by his emotions he stumbled over a dune and when he saw what lay…

“The Brain Cancer Warriors” video compilation by Sarah Trask

Posted on February 24, 2018 by Wendy Santana

Sharing with permission. Thank You Sarah Trask for the time, heart and soul you put into compiling these videos.

Poetry by Mel Jayne

Posted on February 24, 2018 by Wendy Santana

Sharing with permission. Thank you, Mel Jayne! “So I’m still fighting Still surviving Got this sh*t, six years on staying strong, I read, I cry sometimes reply, I admire you all and when we are down you warriors around to listen, help or advise be the shoulder to cry knowing you are there to care means the most. Keep…

25.4 Years

Posted on January 28, 2018 by Wendy Santana

Today Luis and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary. We were married on September 20, 1992, however, we had to delay our observance of this special milestone due to the horrible pain I was in four months ago. Since I was 25 when we were married, I bet you can guess which other milestone had to be put on hold…yep,…

Hello. My name is Wendy and I’m a recovering workaholic. I'm also a brain tumor/cancer survivor. The purpose of this blog is to share my experiences, memories, resources, and self-discoveries as I continue to transform from a workaholic into a more balanced person. I have read several books and stories about others who have had similar experiences (see the suggested reading page) and each has helped me to get to the place of acceptance of my new normal. My ultimate goal is that by sharing my journey someone else will be helped as well. My vision is that this site will serve as a landing space where people come for information and inspiration. Please feel free to email me with any comments or suggestions at: [email protected]