Twice: Unpacking Two Journeys Through Cancer

Ellies eldest son Jack has the honour of joining the ranks of being a childhood cancer survivor. When Jack was eight years old he was playing street hockey with his younger brother Noah who poked him in the side with a hockey stick. This hit ruptured a Wilms tumour they didnt know Jack had. Although Jacks illness was an incredibly difficult time for their family many hidden blessings and life lessons were revealed.The first part of Ellies story is about a little boy who bravely fought cancer. It will provide a parents perspective on the challenges they experienced and how they picked up the pieces and moved forward.Two years later Ellie received a breast cancer diagnosis Invasive Ductal Carcinoma which interrupted their lives once again. Twice they navigated their way through the storms of cancer.As one friend remarked OBriens arent sissies when it comes to fighting cancer. Ellies response? Damn straight.