Not the way an entire life can change with one test result.
But when someone you love is diagnosed, you learn.
You research.
You fight.
You pray.
You memorize words you never wanted to understand.
And even after they’re gone… the knowledge stays.
The pain stays.
The urgency to talk about it stays.
So today, I’m using this space to honor Sarcoma & Bone Cancer Awareness Month…to highlight the stories, the symptoms, the statistics… and the people behind them.
Because awareness matters.
And because healing also means turning pain into purpose.
💛 What Is Sarcoma?
Sarcoma is a rare but aggressive type of cancer that begins in the bones or soft tissues …like muscles, fat, blood vessels, nerves, or deep skin tissues. It can occur in both children and adults, but is often overlooked or misdiagnosed because the symptoms can seem vague at first.
There are over 70 different types of sarcoma, and it accounts for less than 1% of all adult cancers, making awareness and early detection even more critical.
Bone Cancer: The Invisible Fight
Bone cancer often starts silently.
Early signs are mistaken for growing pains, sports injuries, or muscle strains.
But it can escalate quickly, especially in young people.
Some warning signs include:
• Persistent pain or swelling in bones or joints
• Unexplained fevers
• Fatigue
• Weight loss
• Bone fractures without cause
If something feels off, listen to your body. Advocate for the scans. Ask the questions.
Stories That Deserve to Be Heard
This month, I hold space for:
• The children and teens in treatment.
• The parents waiting by hospital beds.
• The survivors still navigating life post-treatment.
• The families like mine, who’ve had to say goodbye far too soon.
Cancer changed our lives.
And while everyone’s journey is unique, none of us should have to walk through it in silence.
What Helped Me During the Hardest Parts:
• Keeping a binder with all medical records & test results
• Asking about clinical trials even when it felt overwhelming
• Recording conversations with doctors to process later
• Accepting help, meals, rides, prayers and letting community hold us
• Talking to someone: a therapist, grief counselor, or even just a safe friend
If You’re Facing Cancer Right Now…
I see you. I know the whirlwind of emotions.
The way strength is expected of you, even when you feel like you’re breaking.
The questions, the fatigue, the fear.
Please don’t carry this alone.
There are resources out there. Communities. Grants. Navigators. People who will walk with you.
And even when it feels like no one understands — I do.
