"I’m thankful for all of you every time I pray, and it’s always a prayer full of joy. I’m glad because of the way you have been my partners..." Philippians 1:4-5a It is an early morning after Thanksgiving, just half past six; no one is up other than me. I... Read more →

I have been amazingly blessed with so much support, prayers, and love from my family, friends and support community. And I'd like to express my sincere gratitude to the following individuals who have cheered me on by posting supportive and uplifting comments to my journal posts: Alexis Paul Amy Kalvig... Read more →

I wish there was a special long-term holiday for people fighting cancer. So, when someone tries to call you, they'll get a voice message stating: "You have reached the phone of Alex Harrington. He is currently away right now fighting cancer. His life's responsibilities of work...home chores...bills...car maintenance...and other everyday... Read more →

After nearly three months of training, which included 50 hours of classroom instruction, and many early risings to read and study five books, nine cohorts and I were commissioned as Stephen Ministers at McLean Bible Church, Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015. Last month marked my two-year anniversary of being diagnosed with... Read more →

For my family and friends I leave you with this: "I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you" (Joyce Meyer). For me, I will take this: "I think it's better to feel good than to look good" (Tom Hanks). Cancer... Read more →