I started blogging back in 2005 because it was fun. I continued blogging for the next five years because it was therapeutic for me. Very few people ever read my blog and it never really mattered to me because I primarily blogged for myself. It helped me to think through my life, to be present with my own thoughts, and to capture my thoughts in a semi-permanent way for longevity sake. More recently, however, people have started reading what I write. It was overwhelming at first because it drew with it a level of accountability–if people read what I write then I’ve got to mean what I say!
My story of fighting cancer thus far has resonated with many people. I think it is partially because I’m not the kind of person that needs much privacy and finds more solace in putting my story out there rather then keeping to myself. Sometimes I’m critical of myself and my story–I question whether I really say anything of value. But I’m learning to trust what’s happening in my life, knowing that I’m not alone in this, knowing that others have experience the same thing and still others are about to engage in a similar journey. For this reason I’m trying to move forward with confidence and therefore would like to ask you to partner with me in sharing my story. If you read a blog that you think is of value would you mind clicking on one of the “share and enjoy” icons at the end of the post? Suggest it to Stumbleupon, Digg, your Facebook page, or one of the other options.
I don’t really know how all this stuff works, but I’m learning. My blog that catalogues all of my cancer posts (http://su.pr/2cadME) might be a good place for some people to find hope or a voice in their own journey…I don’t know…
Thank you to all of you, friends, online stalkers, family, and acquaintances for your partnership in all of this. Oh what a difference it makes!
Peace.
Ryan
Hey Ryan. We met a couple times through Compassion Vancouver. Your blogs have been good to read and I have shared them with friends, particularly one friend who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer Thanksgiving weekend and has already gone to heaven. Please keep sharing your story and thoughts.
Thanks Darcy! I hope to be a more involved part of CV this year if my health allows.
I'm so sorry to hear about your friend. I don't know much but I've heard pancreatic cancer is a terrible one. I wish I had something better or more meaningful to say…but there isn't much that can be said. I hope your friends family is finding their space to grieve and work through their loss.
peace.
When you wrote,"I question whether I really say anything of value". . . I almost laughed. I KNOW what you're writing is of incredible value; you are teaching your friends and even those who don't know you about strength, faith, sacrifice, patience, grief, love, and devotion. Thank you for your frankness.
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