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Podcast: Campfires of Hope: Stories of Cancer
Episode: Majestic Moments in the Messy Middle of Cancer
Description: Gretchen Simpson was shocked when she was diagnosed with stage 2 triple positive breast cancer in early 2021. She ate healthy, exercised regularly, and had no family history of cancer. She was subsequently surprised by how much love and support she received from her friends and community throughout her cancer journey. Friends picked her up at 5 a.m. for the two-hour drive for treatment and doctor’s appointments, spent the day with her, cooked her meals, and supported her in the form of visits, texts, and cards.Â
In the summer of 2022, Gretchen attended summer camp with Epic Experience and had a...