My Journey with Breast Cancer My journey began in 2003, but it took a turn for the worse in 2010 when I was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. I wish I could go back in time and share a piece of advice with my past self: find a support group. Back when I was first […]

Hello, dear readers! I am Orquidea Garcia, and I want to share my story with you. I’m a mother of four and a dedicated teacher. Life had always been a beautiful dance of balancing these roles until an unexpected twist came my way in June 2022 – I was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer that […]

Passion for Human Services First, let me give you a glimpse into my life. As a Psychology Professor, I’m deeply passionate about human services. It’s the reason I chose to teach at a community college. My heart’s desire is to foster strong human connections and nurture a collaborative spirit among individuals. This passion led me […]

Hey there, dear readers. Today, I want to share a deeply personal journey with you – my experience with breast cancer. As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it feels like the perfect time to open up and share my story. A Family’s History Breast cancer has cast a long shadow over my family. My […]

Stage 2b Triple Negative Breast Cancer I am a mother and a Consumer Experience Designer for Memorial Hermann Health System. Creativity is my passion, which has always driven me personally and professionally. But life threw a curveball at me in June 2023 when I was diagnosed with Stage 2b Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Always get […]

As a Director and Project Manager, my life has always been about managing deadlines, budgets, and teams. But, as I stood before the camera for this photoshoot, I reflected on the journey that brought me here. This photoshoot represents more than just a moment in time; it’s a testament to my resilience and the lessons […]

Tell us more about what you do! I am an Executive Assistant.   What are you passionate about? Family! When were you diagnosed, and what was your diagnosis? I was diagnosed in 2006 with Metastatic Breast Cancer, De Novo   What advice do you wish you had known and would give another woman that has […]

Tell us more about what you do! I run my own business, Purple Magnolia Design, providing graphic design and marketing consulting services. Most of my clients are within the commercial real estate sector, but I also work with non-profits, other marketing consultants, and small businesses   What are you passionate about? First and foremost, I […]

Tell us more about what you do! My job is as a Computer Engineer at Intel Corporation   What are you passionate about? I love video games, exercising to stay fit, and community service projects like park cleanups. When were you diagnosed, and what was your diagnosis? I was diagnosed with IDC Breast Cancer 2A […]