Cancer Chronicles S4 Ep1: Resources, Support, and Miracles

Hi Darlin!First, let’s catch up!Thank you so much to those who supported Season 3 of The Cancer Chronicles podcast! It’s been nearly a year since I was diagnosed with Stage 3aN1 Rectal cancer- can you believe it? At that time, I decided I was going to produce the s**t out of cancer (get it…I’ve got rectal cancer;). So not only did I project manage my healthcare and life, but I turned this whole mess into an unexpected new season of the podcast. I called it: Confessions: “The Cancer Chronicles” (cue the loud echoey music). I started talking to my phone on May 28, 2024- and then kept talking to it whenever the mood struck. With your support and our fabulous podcast manager, Phillipa, we produced 16 episodes that followed my journey from diagnosis through the first 8 months of treatment. It was raw vulnerability at its best- the ups, the downs, how I found peace in the midst of chaos, and some good old rectal humor.Sharing my story and how I am finding peace in the midst of chaos has not only been cathartic for me but has served other cancer thrivers, caregivers, and friends.There’s so much cancer out there right now. “The Big C” strikes fear and silence into most- so let’s keep talking about it. It’s part of life. It sucks- but it doesn’t have to suck if we all stick together and find the joy in the gift it brings. That gift is presence.And the show goes on. Cancer is still a pain in my rectum, so I’ll keep talking about it. Head’s up: The format is going to get even less formal (and possibly more fun?) because I’m all fundraised out, and all the fabulous bells and whistles like the cleverly and concisely written show notes, clean recordings, consistent scheduling, etc. were all the work of our podcast manager, Phillipa, who I cannot afford to pay right now. What can you do?Come be present with me and take a small action today that could change your life- or someone else’s. Listen to the podcast. Share it with your people. Donate to the production fund. Take out a paid subscription to this substack. Whatever helps you connect.I know you’re rooting for me- just like I’m rooting for you! So let’s get on with it!Love ya lots!JenniWelcome to Season 4 Ep1!No show notes today- here’s a quick lowdown:-This episode was recorded on Feb 25, 2025, four weeks out from my last day of 8 months of chemo.-Chemo side effects continue…huh, wha?-Selfcare regimen to the rescue- thanks to all who contributed!-Life continues regardless- for everyone. Daily tasks keep coming. People and help come and go too.-Cancer treatment is a long journey.-The PAW grant that helped me with puppy and kitty food-The universe will take care of you no matter what-Expect a miracle. It may not look like what you think it’s going to look like, but it’s still going to show up:)Jenni Tooley Presents is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to w/Jenni Tooley at www.jennitooley.com/subscribe