BrittaA

My Experience with Cancer

My first experience with cancer came when I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s disease at the age of 16. Back in 1992, the “C” word was rarely mentioned, spoken only in whispers or behind closed doors. Fortunately, I was young, and as they say, ignorance is bliss. I wasn’t aware of the severity of the disease. To me, I was sick, but I was going to get better. There was no doubt. After all, I wanted to be with my friends, go to the mall, and feel well enough to do all the other things teenagers do. Little did I know this positive outlook would play a big part in helping me heal. I now believe that no matter what happens, I can trust it will turn out all right. My experience with cancer gave me this strength, and thankfully so, for 10 years later, I had to call on it to help me get through cancer once again – only this time, with someone I dearly loved… My father, who battled colon cancer 5 times before passing in 2007. He became a role model and an inspiration to everyone around him.

Hobbies

Health, exercise, meditation, skincare, makeup, blogging, reading

Books

Toxic Beauty, The Green Beauty Guide, Purpose Driven Life, Life Force Energy

Reason for Being Here

Looking to connect with other survivors, fighters and caregivers that share my story.

Know Me

Cancer Survivor, Makeup Artist, Nutritionist, Passionate about Safe Cosmetics and remedies to deal with the side effects of cancer treatment on the hair, skin and nails.