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I was far more concerned with being healthy than I was with my appearance, but having my appearance change so drastically undoubtedly had an effect on me.
Aug. 1, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
Read moreDuring chemo, Chad shaved my head for me. I thought it would be traumatic – I loved my long brown hair – but it ended up being a beautiful moment. Christopher held my hand the whole time and said, “You’re doing great, mama. You look beautiful.”
July 21, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
Read moreI talked to my psychiatrist and he pointed out that while doctors treat the illness, it’s important to look at the person as a whole – how they feel about themselves and how they look at themselves. I agree.
June 26, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
Read moreWhen I suddenly stopped showing up at the gym every day, people noticed – and when I finally came back after 15 months of cancer treatment, they all wanted to know where I’d been.I tell everyone what’s going on. And it has helped me connect with so many other people who faced cancer.
May 17, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
Read moreAs a man, I never thought I’d need to moisturize or use an eyebrow pencil – but if I’m losing my eyebrows, it turns out that I do.
April 24, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
Read moreWhen the kit was delivered to me – holy cow! I was so surprised. Seeing the size and fullness of it, how every little detail was covered and how this was available for people who had no clue how to deal with skincare and makeup – it made me cry.
April 17, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
Read moreI was able to heal on my own without people rushing over to visit, and I was able to rest without any pressure or guilt.
March 21, 2023 | by Tania Amardeil
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