by Meg McElwain | May 24, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Grief, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Resilience
Frank has been going to play therapy at @pathwaystogrowthcounseling twice per month since his little brother Mitchell died of cancer five years ago. Today, I participated in the session with him. It strengthens our relationship and helps each of us understand one...
by Meg McElwain | May 18, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Faith, Grief, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Resilience, Uncategorized
Sometimes I dream about Mitchell. Last night I had a vivid nightmare about my grief for him. I “choose happy” during the day because having a positive attitude about my grief helps me cope and survive. But, last night in my dream, my grief was very raw. I cried a lot....
by Meg McElwain | Apr 2, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Faith, Grief, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Resilience
It happened again today. I was in Target. I heard a 2-year-old talking in the aisle next to me. (My ears are natural radars for a 2-year-old child). She was saying “No! No! No!” in the most innocent, yet stern voice. Typical 2-year-old. The young mom was frustrated....
by Meg McElwain | Mar 26, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Faith, Life, Momcologist, Momcology
Today my grief for Mitchell has completely worn me out. It usually hits me the day after a big anniversary date. Even after a good workout this morning where I released a lot of energy and tension, my throat and head are tight and I’m having trouble focusing. I’m...
by Meg McElwain | Mar 2, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Faith, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Philanthropy, Resilience
One of the most beautiful things about the work I get to do for Mitchell’s Fund is when I get to spend time with sick children and their families. I often say that these moments are when I feel closest to God and to my late son Mitchell. Yesterday afternoon, I...
by Meg McElwain | Feb 27, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Faith, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Resilience
Mitchell Bays Turner (2012-2014) and me in the hospital in 2013. We were waiting for a procedure to begin that would test his bone marrow and spinal fluid and inject chemo into his spine. My hair was starting to grow back after I shaved it when our friend baby Gabby...
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