Thanksgiving 2025

I made it. Thank God — I made it. This year, I will be sitting at the table with a heart that’s fuller than any plate in front of me. 2025 has been a year of highs and lows, hope and fear, pain and healing. And somehow, through everything, I’m still here. That alone is … Read more

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A Journey of Pain, Purpose, and the Power to Heal

I Am Beginning To Understand Why I’m Still Here There are moments in life when you stop asking “Why is this happening to me?” and start asking “What is this trying to teach me?” I feel like I am living in that place right now. The treatments can be brutal, medieval, and harsh, but I am … Read more

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Creating a Blog: Wayne’s Cancer Journey

Everyone who knows me knows I like to stay busy, and this past week was no exception. I launched my new website, Wayne’s Cancer Journey, where every update I email out is also posted. I’d love for you to take a look. At the bottom of each post is a comments section, and I can’t … Read more

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Featured in the Cottage Grove Journal: Wayne’s Cancer Journey

Wayne Schlicht in the Cottage Grove Journal

Thursday was a big day. I received my second Keytruda infusion at Regions Hospital in Saint Paul. The day before, I had a high-dose vitamin C infusion at The Drip Bar in Edina. There’s a strong belief that receiving both within 24 hours can enhance their effectiveness, and I have to say, I think they’re … Read more

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High Dose IV Vitamin C (HDIVC) infusion at The Drip Bar

Infusion day for Keytruda

Yesterday marked a powerful step forward in my healing journey. I received my very first High Dose IV Vitamin C (HDIVC) infusion at The Drip Bar in Edina, MN. I’m grateful to say my body tolerated it well. From here, I’ll receive these infusions twice a week for the next 12 to 16 weeks, in … Read more

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The biopsy results are in

I never imagined I’d be writing this for the third time, but here I am — still in the fight. My first two battles with cancer were in my neck. I endured 70 radiation treatments, nearly 20 rounds of chemotherapy, and a radical neck dissection that removed my lymph nodes. I fought hard, and I … Read more

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