Carrying April 10
Two years ago today was diagnosis day. I would still call it the worst day of my life, a phone call I wouldn’t wish on anyone. And… Two years later, I am healthy and happy. Last year, I took a personal day on April 10 because I didn’t know how I would feel. I considered doing that again, but I wanted to see what it would feel like to have a normal day. Will April 10 ever just be a “normal” day again? Probably not. But it feels okay to be at school. Tonight is the ISEA Delegate Assembly, which takes place every two years. Two years ago, on April 12, I was on my way to dinner before DA when I got a phone call to schedule my genetic counseling appointment. My friends Allison and Anne held me up. I was completely overwhelmed. I’m certain I will be more present this time around. Every new cancer diagnosis, whether it’s a friend, a loved one, a family member, a student, or even someone in my newsfeed, hits differently. Yes, every case is different, but they all start with that firs...