Thursday, January 17, 2013


From Cancer is a Cage - Is this what disease does to us....?

Torn down, not built up. There doesn’t seem to be anything good about me – not a single thing I can name. I wish I could be validated – but why do I need to be? My sense of self becomes so shaken in the presence of others. I feel like such a failure, someone to be pitied. Man – the people staring at my head yesterday! So – if I were to admit / acknowledge my anger - what would I be angry about? Instead of “raging inwardly” how would I express it? Why am I so afraid of anger? What are good reasons to be angry? Who would I be angry at? - E.B.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

www.cancerisacage.com

Previews of the book are available on the E-book sites where the book is listed. Visit the webpage for the links.

Cheers
Lynn

Monday, January 14, 2013

Here is what is being said about Cancer is a Cage:

I had many mixed emotions, from despair, anger, and agony while reading her journey through this horrible disease. So much pain. Cancer is an in between word, it stands between the patient, caregiver and everything else. It is a huge obstacle. Some of Lynn’s notes angered me as I feel he had nothing to apologize for, but as a parent, I would have blamed myself too, not doing enough - doing too much. There is so much to be done to help other patients. Danielle F.

This is an incredibly raw and captivating account of a life full of loss and pain, but seen through the eyes of an extremely talented writer. Elizabeth is at times hopeless and accepting of her disease, at others fierce, defiant and determined to live. Throughout, the writing is poignant and transfixing as she takes you on her difficult and painful journey. Her father faced the difficult task of transcribing her journals as her primary caregiver, which could not have been an easy one. I hope her story is read both by those who have lost loved ones to cancer and those still involved in the fight, and that it moves and inspires people like it did me. Liz, you are greatly missed and so loved, and we will never forget you. Nicki A.

Here are my comments. The later ones are thoroughly tear stained so they might not be too accurate! I can't say how much I have been impacted by this journal. She was not only brave, but so brutally honest and open and so incredibly self -perceptive. This will be an invaluable resource for cancer sufferers -- both patients and care givers. Brad L.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Dec 18, 2012

The book has been approved and uploading to various sites has begun. Follow the link on the right to the webpage Cancer is a Cage for additional updates and information. Check out the comments page - and if you read the book and have a comment(s) please send to the email listed.

Cheers
Lynn

Thursday, December 13, 2012

December 13


Book is still in proof status. There was some additional changes that needed to be made. As soon as I receive the final version it will be uploaded to various sites including: Amazon, iTunes, Kobo, Sony Bookstore, Barnes and Noble (nook) and others. 

It is obvious my previous estimates on timing were incorrect, so I do apologize for that. Thanks for checking in. I have been told that the book will be available on some sites before Christmas. As soon the availability is confirmed I will also publish a website address here that contains all the details.

Thanks
Lynn

Monday, November 26, 2012

Cancer is a cage - Follow Up

I have submitted the book for e-book publishing. I was informed today that it may take a week or so to get the proof back for a final check. It may not published by December 1 as I previously posted. I will post  here as soon as it is available, along with the various sites where it will be available. I am hoping no later than Dec 7, 2012.

The purpose of the book is two fold:

1) To raise some money that will be donated in Elizabeth's name. This money will be used for programs at St. Michael's Hospital to benefit current cancer patients - not into a general research or general program funds.

2) To remind people that when we see the promotions for the large cancer charities - they (in my opinion) place too much emphasis on what "we" get out of it - win a house perhaps, maybe a new car! Their campaigns seem to be about the smiling survivors. I am extremely happy many survive - but I don't want the people who are suffering and may not survive to be marginalized or forgotten. They also need help !

Cancer is a cage is extremely personal - her words are not edited. They represent what I believe many people feel while fighting a disease like cancer or any life threatening illness. Understanding these feelings and people's needs is a big step in providing a quality of life that is as good as it can be.

When the book is out - all I ask is you let people know about it. I have seen what can be done by sending emails, posting on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn among others.

Thanks Everyone !


Cheers
Lynn