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2nd Annual Joggin for the Noggin
The 2nd Annual Joggin for the Noggin is right around the corner! This year we have added some new survivors to the planning team. The run will be a little different from last year. We will have medals, a … Continue reading
Ice Climbing February 2015
In February 2015 I had an amazing time with a group of cancer survivors ice climbing in Ouray, CO. I applied for the opportunity through First Descents. I made memories and friends that will last a life time. I’d … Continue reading
Planning for the 2nd Annual Joggin for the Noggin
I just attended a planning meeting with the Camarillo Kiwanis club members to discuss planning for our upcoming 5K/10K that will be held in April (we haven’t set a concrete date). It is exciting to be involved in making the … Continue reading
Camp Keepsake October 2014
The first weekend in October my wife, son and mother attended Camp Keepsake with me. The camp was in a great location in Ojai, CA. We applied to participate in the camp several months ago-the camp is for cancer survivors … Continue reading
MRI Update, Art of the Brain, and Cancer Support Community
At my most recent doctor’s visit at UCLA in September I reviewed my MRI results. There was no perceived growth. Over the past year since I finished chemo I feel stronger and less fatigued gradually each month. For example I … Continue reading
1st Annual Joggin for the Noggin
The run on April 12, 2014 was a great success! We had a great turn out with more than 500 participants and we were able to raise over $30 K to fight brain cancer. The weather was perfect for running, … Continue reading
Run to Cure Brain Cancer
Well it has been a few months since I’ve updated my blog and a lot has gone on since I posted in November. Since it has now been almost 6 months since I have finished chemo my body has been adjusting … Continue reading
On the Road to Recovery
I completed my 12th and final round of chemo last September. Two months have passed and I am still feeling very lethargic each day. I feel like some strength and energy has come back though. It has been nice not having … Continue reading
Preparing for Final Round of Chemo: A Summary of May-Aug Treatments
Alot has happened during the last 5 chemo treatments (May through August). I am about to start my twelth and final round of chemotherapy next week. My lethargy has progressively gotten worse over the course of treatment. Also my … Continue reading
6th Round of Chemo-Halfway Done
My 6th round of Chemo started on April 1, 2013. I noticed that I had more energy during my last treatment. After 2 months of not puking, I ended up getting sick a couple days after my week of chemo. … Continue reading