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It’s been a month since Steve received his diagnosis. He’s had two chemotherapy treatments; the third is coming up this week. So far he’s tolerating the treatments fairly well, fatigue being the most constant symptom. He is working from home regularly and going into the office to teach class and meet with students.[...]
I am deeply touched and inspired by your beautiful posts. When Marion, Ann and Betsy asked me if it would be ok to set up a web page where people could find news about my cancer and treatment, I thought it would mostly be updates for others. I didn’t expect it to be a collection of testimonials, but I’m getting used to that, and I truly appreciate your support. Thanks also to those of you who have sent beautiful gifts and cards filled with reflection and hope. [...]
Since last fall Steve had not been feeling his best, but he carried on with his normal activities including his community activism, music gigs, research, home projects and family time with his usual passion and enthusiasm. Steve isn’t one to visit the doctor very often, but eventually when his increasing lack of energy began to impact his day to day activities, he decided to seek some answers. One test led to another and on February 20 he was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. The following week he started on an aggressive course of chemotherapy at UNC’s Cancer Center in the hopes of slowing the spread of the cancer. Steve is planning to continue to engage in things that are important to him and that he enjoys doing. His family and community are rallying around him in ways to be supportive.[...]
