Welcome, once again, to our multi-faceted series: “in the heartlight”. Today we are finishing up (for now) our series of interviews with Mr. James of MrJames Workshop (aka Dalton) with a discussion about his video creation: “Creation”.

I’m going to keep this one simple. Let’s let the work and the spoken words speak for themselves🥰 I suggest you watch the video before listening to our conversation and then revisit it as we talk our way through it. (There is also a transcript- it’s a mess but you can check it out if needed!)

I hope you’ve been enjoying getting to better know him and the worlds he creates as much as I have, Jenni

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If you missed the previous two interviews you can find them here:

Alright. I admit it.

This episode is not for the faint of heart. But nothing cancer or ileostomy related is, so pull out your vinyl Queen “Hot Space” album and sing along.

(Yes. Under Pressure” is on a Queen album, not a David Bowie album. Who knew?)

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PS: This episode ends abruptly. I start talking about surgery PTSD. The dog starts barking. And “blam!” It’s over. I hope that didn’t trigger any PTSD for you- if it did, never fear, I will follow up on part 2. Imperfection rocks!

Jenni Tooley here. Reminding you that no matter what, life is goingto happen. If you're getting to the end of your rope, I am right there with you.

The good thing is, is that this too shall pass.Good, bad, or indifferent.This too shall pass.We are resilient.We are loved.And we have all kinds of support around us.It's just a matter of asking and receiving.Sometimes you don't even have to ask.Sometimes it just comes to you.Know that you are loved.

Join me for this episode of Cancer Chronicles as I sit in my car on the way to my post-surgical follow-up and chat about:

* Dealing with the frustration of making mistakes

* The anxiety of travelling with an ileostomy, knowing I’m about to run out of supplies

* Being patient with myself and grieving during transitions (nope it’s just part of the deal)

* This isn’t working, I must be doing something wrong

* Adaptation disorder

* Disability denials and the relief of bringing in the lawyers

* Eating with an ileostomy: bags under my eyes and 15 pounds lighter

* Finding the fun and beauty in things even when I’m tired and feel like s***

My goal is to share my experience, strength, and hope with others, helping them to find peace amidst chaos and to know that they are not alone. Support this goal and my no-paywall mission by becoming a paid subscriber or donating to the production fund via venmo: @jenni-tooley or zelle: jennitooley@gmail.com