“Inspiring hope one story at a time, because survivors are so much more than what's lost.”
Prepared by Mark Studios · For Shirley & the Crowning Glory Team · June 2026
Shirley,
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You made the right call getting the page live first. This blueprint gives everything a home so that when your business partner sees it, she sees a real, finished, dignified page — not an empty shell. The Jon piece becomes your “First Look” sneak preview at the top, the Surviving After Cancer section does exactly what you wanted it to do — it tells survivors, the moment they arrive, that someone finally understands the part no one talks about — and the Breathing Space jokes give the whole page room to breathe.
I did a light editorial pass on every piece — typos, spacing, a few small consistency fixes — keeping your voice intact throughout. The closing Invitation is now your own V.5 — the version you told me you feel most comfortable with — set in as your words, with only a touch of mechanical cleanup. Your words carry this; my job was just to set the table.
Thinking of you and your family this week. An honor like Arlington belongs to a life of real service.
— Mark
Mark Studios
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A sneak peek at what's coming. This is the first thread of a much larger story — survivors, their words, their way. The full series, the community, and the ways to take part are being built now. For today, simply watch, feel, and stay close. The doors open soon.
Inspiring hope one story at a time — because survivors are so much more than what's lost.
Crowning Glory – The Series brings us intimately into the lives of cancer survivors. From that quiet moment she faces the reality of the disease, questions loudly clash in her brain. To the agony that follows from a disfigured body with only one breast, and mouth sores and swollen gums that make chewing impossible — to eating metallic-tasting food — her life changes. She begins to evolve and no longer worries about what people think of one arm being three times the size of the other.
When the doctor gently tells her she has cancer, tears from nowhere stream down her cheeks. Internally, a smudge on the doctor's glasses fills her vision, and blood-drained fingers clutch the chair as the sound of her heartbeat reverberates in her chest.
From the silence of a hospital room to the shaking hands and grief of loved ones, take the journeys alongside the survivors and feel what it entails. When asking for help to get out of bed, she doesn't know if her legs will ever work again. Clumps of hair clogging the drain in her bathroom sink and tangled in her hairbrush hit her hard. Tears that splatter on the tile floor are part of the trauma of cancer.
But it has always been more than just about hair. It is that essence of courage, and the fresh growth from stubbles of hair to her new self, that makes a survivor reflect on the victory of being her best self. The path is winding and answers may be elusive, but she reaches out her hand for expert medical care and help in creating her support community that enables her to thrive, learn about who she is, and move forward into a more fulfilling life.
Take these journeys with survivors. The series offers insights and support channels that may help direct choices. Information is key.
Step onto that winding path and, like our survivors, inspire yourself regardless of life's trials. Embrace the love, support, and understanding that comes with these challenges.
Walking into the Jon Richards Hair Salon in Minneapolis, Minnesota, there is the ordinary façade of a beauty salon — just another place for a shampoo, cut, and dye. But pinned to the walls like trophies are coils of obsidian hair and waterfalls of honeyed locks in different shades and textures. Sitting in chairs are women with very short hair, or maybe none.
Jon is a man of strong faith; through grace, this special spot has become a welcoming respite for those in distress, pain, and in need of a makeover. As he prepares for his client, he silently reflects on his gift and the gratitude he feels after transforming a Chemo Girl into an invisible cancer survivor. From the outside in, changes will be happening.
All Jon and his staff need are two inches of hair damaged by chemotherapy or other therapies, and miracles begin. Strands change into luscious tresses, catching the light and moving naturally with a turn of the head — the fiber of a woman's identity. Within hours, she is holding her head higher, and there's a certain tilt of her chin. Hair replaces her favorite cap.
But it is more than just about hair. Jon's fingers deftly weave hair onto fragile short locks. Sparse fibers morph into thick layers of human hair. Then there is a catch of breath and screams of joy at that first look.
Jon understands his purpose and mission in life: compassion through his gift, given by the Creator. Every story is different. But the story each of his Chemo Girls tells causes the heart to ache, cry, and laugh. She still shatters with anger at having the disease and her journey. Her inability to ever give birth causes her to wonder if she will find her one true love. But she also smiles, because she has found herself. Her day-to-day triumphs — getting out of bed without pain, or the ability to go to the market — are testaments of her resilience. As Jon offers her a tissue, he takes one for himself, quietly bows his head, and closes his eyes.
Surviving Well — A Life-Long Commitment
The days when treatments sent you rushing to the bathroom, the inability to eat, and flowing tears seen through swollen eyes while you wondered what was to become of you have ended. Now, you hear the silence of hospital machines and experience enticing flavors on the palate and eating without nausea. You conquered the beast. The cancer is gone.
But what now? Doubts, fears, and insecurities surface. You still have pain. Swelling in your arms and legs is still present. What if the cancer spread to another part of my body? Was it the right thing to have reconstructive surgery? The surgical team could only find a small lump of tissue for the reconstruction work. Are the breast implants in place? How soon will I have to replace them?
You are stressed. Would you have been better off not doing this? No one will hire you. At the grocery store your hands shook as the card was run through and declined. There is no money to buy your required medicine. The weight of the air in the room suffocates you.
Your friends stopped calling. The possibility of dating with a scarred, disfigured body isn't in the realm of possibility, and intimacy and your forever connection evaporate. Your husband walked out and found another woman who did not have trauma caused by a cancer diagnosis.
Your steady guiding north star, your oncology team, is helping others. You feel separated and isolated. Help! Question after question creates a persistent itch and ringing in your ears. Don't fall apart; you are not abandoned. You are transitioning after treatment to the road of your new normal life. Breathe, and continue taking steps to life.
Confusion hits again. Things didn't quite get back to your old normal as you planned. But you're here to live and thrive. Opportunities and avenues that open to fulfilling these goals lead to the gift of a life of enjoying every possible moment.
But how? Return to your sources — your doctors and oncology team. Inquire about cancer survivorship, clinics, and programs. Virtually and in person, learn as much as you can about options designed for you.
The goal of surviving well — with life-long continuing medical and emotional growth — makes your journey a mission in understanding all facets of yourself. This helps to ensure the best outcomes. Imagine a steady hand when writing a check. Picture knowing and understanding your body is beautiful regardless of the scars. It's the visual evidence of survival. Everything about recovery is intertwined. Medical, financial, and emotional healing are distinct yet connected milestones on the road to your recovery.
Life-long, interactive survivorship providing continuing support is a step urged by many of the top certified medical and psychological professionals. But where to start? Again, talk with your doctor or someone within your oncology team. Open a computer and search for programs from reliable sources. Discover the goals of survivorship programs and what might be right for you. Remember, this is all about you and success in your life. Your choice.
Whatever you decide, you might consider beginning with a roadmap of your medical history, present concerns, and fears. Organizing and putting it all in one place can be tricky. Maybe you start with a cancer survivorship care plan template. It's possible you were given one by your health care team — or maybe not. In your search you discover disease-specific templates and examples from organizations such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. These templates provide suggestions on how to put your story together.
Remember, this is about you. Every survivorship plan is unique to the survivor and situation. However, for everyone, a winning survivorship has essential core factors. These appear to be medical follow-up, managing side effects, and lifestyle choices including nutrition and mental health support. Continue surviving and thriving in the best way for you. Honor your vulnerability and respect your “new normal” as you intentionally and persistently take your next steps.
More InformationMany institutions support and are aware of the necessity of continuing life-long active participation in medical and mental support after treatment. Here are some thoughts and tips from some of those experts.
Feel empowered when you discover a support group located less than two miles away that focuses on intimacy and self-esteem, or you find a specific clinical trial that may extend life for people with the type of cancer you had. You're beginning to address your concerns.
Below is a listing of some of the leading medical institutions and cancer centers around the world that offer extensive online resources on cancer care, treatment, survivorship, and research. Sharing the names of these institutions serves as a starting point for your own research — not as endorsements or rankings. Many of these institutions work with physicians globally and offer free information you can access directly from their websites.
Remember, always consult with your own healthcare team. The list offered is based on the selection criteria and quality benchmarks of US News & World Report, Global HealthCare Magazine, and Newsweek.
Cancer Institutions in the United StatesFor the smile in you — give yourself a laugh and share!
Cancer is heavy. Laughter is medicine. Consider this your breathing space — a little room to smile in the middle of the hard. Take one, share one, and come back whenever you need another.
Join us for the next episode.
Come, take this journey with survivors. Use future episodes as a guide to find help for a specific situation, like the inability to drag yourself out of bed. Stop by, meet Jon, and discover who is in Jon's Chair as he clips split ends.
The stories of women like Sarah illuminate the path and reveal the weight of survival. The hitch of her breath and tears rolling down her cheeks the first time a bald stranger stares back at her in the mirror is a reflection of the entire journey. Her children's refusal to attend school, because of their breathless fear she would die if they weren't with her, is another burden of the disease. The pressure in her chest lightens when the doctor tells her she beat cancer, only to be thrust into financial distress when she winces at the envelope of the eviction notice. Too weak to stand, she needs to be carried down the stairs; you have flashbacks of panic, remembering the sudden drop in your stomach when you lost your footing.
True narratives make you a part of the trek. As a fellow traveler, discover what another survivor is thinking about around a shared campfire. Imagine sitting in Jon's Chair and telling your story to those who stop by.
Tucked within the travel bag are maps to resources and information. Along the rugged road these trusted outposts appear, and the welcoming sounds of squeaky rubber soles on polished floors give you additional hope. These expert guides provide reliable information and different pathways to explore. The shifting horizon leads you to support services.
Need to look back? Replaying survivors' stories and informational clips can shed more light on your travels. Your insights may help improve care. Share your wisdom.
The emotional depth of fear and anxiety of your excursion causes your heart rate to increase and the grip on your travel bag to tighten. This leads you to a rest stop where the need to rejuvenate is a necessity of your ongoing care travels. A massage helps relieve some of your tension — part of this relaxing “taking care of me moment” and a reward. Your stomach screams hunger; the hot/cold sensation of roasted pineapple with a sweet, tangy taste encourages you to eat more and provides nutritious fuel to move forward.
Tips and suggestions will continue to enrich your journey. Take more steps with us. The next stage of the path is opening soon.
The content on this website is for informational, educational, and/or entertainment purposes and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. Users should always seek the advice of their physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions they may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this site. This site does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, treatments, products, or procedures mentioned. If you or anyone you know suspects a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. Crowning Glory, Royal Reality Productions, and other affiliates are not responsible for any damages, loss, or liability resulting from reliance on the information provided on this site.
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