by Meg McElwain | Jan 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
Mitchell ?? and me one week after he was diagnosed with leukemia at only 3 months old?. My grief is heavy today. Mitchell Bays Turner?? (2012-2014)
by Meg McElwain | Jun 17, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Uncategorized
The reality of a day in the life of a cancer mom is that the stress and uncertainty that you experience from moment to moment changes you forever. This photo was taken while we were waiting to see a pediatric neurologist. The week prior, Mitchell had almost bled to...
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 | Feb 11, 2019 | Cancer Mom, Faith, Life, Momcologist, Momcology, Resilience, Uncategorized
Mitchell Bays Turner (2012-2014) and me in October 2012. Mitchell was 6 months old and had been in cancer treatment for 3 months for a rare leukemia. Mitchie was receiving a blood transfusion during this photo. The steroids that were part of his protocol gave him the...
by Meg McElwain | Dec 14, 2018 | Cancer Mom, Grief, Momcologist, Momcology, Resilience, Uncategorized
“For this child, I have prayed and The Lord has granted the desires of my heart.” 1 Samuel 1:27 I keep this sign in the top of my linen closet. It is displayed so I can see it every day. I got it at Frank’s baby shower in Mississippi from Tracey Cain...
by Meg McElwain | Dec 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
Kindermourn asked me and my minister, Dr. James Howell, to speak today at the annual holiday remembrance event. The service will be in the sanctuary at Myers Park United Methodist Church. Below is an excerpt from the remarks I will make and a photo that was taken of...
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