Swim 5 Miles for American Cancer Society - Donate!

This July, I’m diving into the American Cancer Society’s Swim 5 Miles challenge—and trust me, swimming five miles is no small feat for someone whose swim practices were more focused on floating with a cocktail than swimming laps. But I’m doing it because, plain and simple, cancer sucks.

My mom has been battling cancer, and I’ve been right by her side as her caregiver. It’s been a front-row seat to how brutal this disease can be—not just for the person fighting it, but for the entire family. It turns your world upside down. It brings fear, uncertainty, exhaustion… and yes, a lot of dark humor, because sometimes laughing through the hard moments is the only way to stay afloat.

I would love to live in a world where cancer no longer exists—a world where families don’t have to face these impossible battles, and where caregivers like me can retire our honorary nursing degrees earned through Google searches and late-night worry sessions.

So, I’m swimming. Five miles. In July. To raise money for cancer research, support services, and to help create a future where cancer is a thing of the past.

If you’re able, I’d be incredibly grateful for your support. Every donation—big, small, or somewhere in between—makes a difference. And if you can’t donate, cheering me on or sharing this story is just as appreciated.

Let’s kick cancer’s ass, one lap at a time. ‍♀️