Your words always resonate with me. You are a courageous, open & honest woman. I so appreciate & respect those qualities-Jenny, thanks for letting us in
I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last year stage 4. Some of the best advice I received was to take one day at a time, I try to do that. Some days it’s easier than others. I’ve completed 6 months of chemo & a Whipple surgery, now I’m in the middle of two extra months of chemo, we’ll see what happens next.
"Wounds into Wisdom" is brilliant title. So is the content. For me after my wife Donna's passing I looked at my grief as the would that let knowledge in. "Wounds to Wisdom" is strong. Thank you
This may be my favorite post of yours so far, Jenny. (I think I've said that about some others of yours too! lol) It's honest, wise, strong and vulnerable both, and I will be re-reading it on my own journey. I think you are a bodhisattva. :)
Such a powerful and deeply human essay. The honesty and the way you refuse to tidy anything into easy inspiration or neat conclusions makes it so raw. You let the reality of illness, fear and uncertainty sit alongside the very ordinary work of getting through a day. The clarity in how you describe resilience, not as something shiny or heroic but as something lived, often quietly, moment by moment, really stays with me. Thank you for sharing something so grounded, heartfelt and unflinchingly honest. X
This is an amazing story. I'm sharing this with a dear friend who's dealing with the same diagnosis. She's doing very well and is positive. I think of you often and pray for you.
This may be my favorite post of yours so far, Jenny. It's honest, wise, both strong and vulnerable, and I will be re-reading it a lot on my own journey. I think you are a bodhisattva. :)
“There may be scars, but the wisdom and tender toughness forming in those places of pain have a poignant beauty all their own.” Beautifully stated. Incredible that wisdom and hope shines through your struggle. Thank you for sharing.
Very nice; nothing to add but confirmation from someone in a similar place..
Your words always resonate with me. You are a courageous, open & honest woman. I so appreciate & respect those qualities-Jenny, thanks for letting us in
I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last year stage 4. Some of the best advice I received was to take one day at a time, I try to do that. Some days it’s easier than others. I’ve completed 6 months of chemo & a Whipple surgery, now I’m in the middle of two extra months of chemo, we’ll see what happens next.
You’ve had a rough year, Mary Alice. Are you having a lot of treatment side effects?
I’m having more with the post surgery chemo. My oncologist tells me it’s because my body is still recovering from the surgery.
"Wounds into Wisdom" is brilliant title. So is the content. For me after my wife Donna's passing I looked at my grief as the would that let knowledge in. "Wounds to Wisdom" is strong. Thank you
“Letting knowledge in” — that’s brilliant, Mark. I’m terribly sorry for the loss of your beloved Donna.
Good update, good writing and perspective! Thank you for sharing!💕
This may be my favorite post of yours so far, Jenny. (I think I've said that about some others of yours too! lol) It's honest, wise, strong and vulnerable both, and I will be re-reading it on my own journey. I think you are a bodhisattva. :)
Such a powerful and deeply human essay. The honesty and the way you refuse to tidy anything into easy inspiration or neat conclusions makes it so raw. You let the reality of illness, fear and uncertainty sit alongside the very ordinary work of getting through a day. The clarity in how you describe resilience, not as something shiny or heroic but as something lived, often quietly, moment by moment, really stays with me. Thank you for sharing something so grounded, heartfelt and unflinchingly honest. X
So much wisdom, depth and grace, thank you for sharing and inspiring us.
This is an amazing story. I'm sharing this with a dear friend who's dealing with the same diagnosis. She's doing very well and is positive. I think of you often and pray for you.
Anne, thank you so very much — I hope this article helps your friend. They are lucky to have you.
Beautifully said. BTW, being brave is not a feeling, it's an action. It's being willing to do and face the hard things despite how you feel 💜
That’s a good distinction to make, friend
This may be my favorite post of yours so far, Jenny. It's honest, wise, both strong and vulnerable, and I will be re-reading it a lot on my own journey. I think you are a bodhisattva. :)
“There may be scars, but the wisdom and tender toughness forming in those places of pain have a poignant beauty all their own.” Beautifully stated. Incredible that wisdom and hope shines through your struggle. Thank you for sharing.