Hey, how’s it going? I’m Pat Marcello and I’ve written 10 books for publishers like ABC-Clio, Lucent, and Andrews-McMeel. I haven’t been writing for magazines or writing books for years, but I do write every day. I am a writer. And I have writerly thoughts all the time — some twisted, some normal. And so, I’d like to share a little of each with you. Enjoy!
Cancer Is Exhausting!

Cancer Is Exhausting!

So first, my site was hacked by someone. Who would do such an evil thing, considering my current dilemma? Hate to say it, but evil abounds. But to the topic at hand... Why is cancer exhausting? Because you have to run around so much, just up and 'til your surgery day....

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Getting an “All Clear” So Far

Getting an “All Clear” So Far

Another stone turned. Today, I had a stress test for my heart. I worried that it would be difficult due to my asthma, but not so! First, they hit you with some radiologic stuff and take 12 minutes worth of pictures of your heart. Easy peasy. Then, they take you into...

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Talk About Complications!

Talk About Complications!

So, I saw the surgeon last week. Nice guy, and he did his internship and residency at Allegheny General in Pittsburgh. Since my husband and I were born and raised there, that was a little comforting. Pittsburgh is UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Centers)...

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