Jake's Writing: links to the Story's Story
On living without a tongue, wondering what will happen (to the people he loves) after he dies, Stoicism, and more
You might have already clicked one of the many in-essay links that redirect you to my husband Jake’s writing. Maybe you even found my Substack via a link on his blog: The Story’s Story.
But if you haven’t yet read his incredible writing, I hope you’ll click on one of the links below and explore. I’m understandably biased, but would also read Jake’s writing even if I didn’t love him. His perspective is worth your time.
Some to choose from:
I am dying of squamous cell carcinoma and the treatments that might save me are just out of reach
I know what happens to me after I die but what about those left behind
On being ready to die and yet also now being able to swallow slurries including ice cream
Life, swallowing, tasting, and speaking after a total glossectomy (meaning I have no tongue)
Stoic philosophy, finding a meaningful life, and the cancer treatment struggle (and Listen to Jake’s interview with Ryan Holiday on Stoicism)
Strange trip: psychedlics and confronting the fear or death.
Thanks for reading and subscribing. Coming soon is a three part series on clinical trials, along with a how-to guide for anyone trying to navigate the (insane) process.
And please feel free to reach out, comment or send a flare if that’s your preferred method of communication! I’d love to hear from you and know if there’s anything you'd be interested in reading more of.