In the deep

In the deep

Two years ago today I stepped out my front door, my heart beating fast and my stomach doing flips.I had hugged each of my boys as they got ready for virtual school that morning. I vividly remember Derek grabbing my bag and walking in front of me, out the door, toward...
One Year Later

One Year Later

Up at 4:30am, after only 2 hours of sleep and SO ready to head to FL for some sun and fun with dear friends and family. Had to document it here for my memories, as it’s my first flight since Jan. 2020! It has now been one year and 15 days since I received the...
Radiation: The emotional burn

Radiation: The emotional burn

It’s been a while since I’ve written here. I think it’s been a combination of things….I haven’t felt much like writing/sharing updates, I’ve been exhausted from radiation and life in general, and oh yeah, my efforts have been so focused on this little project...
Flow Funk

Flow Funk

Hello friends! I’m dropping another honest and vulnerable post here today. I guess perhaps you’ve come to expect that from me by now?!?! I’ve been in what I’m calling a “flow funk” lately. You know that feeling you get when you’re in the flow? Things are manifesting...

A new perspective

Not all negative memories need to remain. We have the ability to change our narratives and the stories we tell ourselves.  My mom, sister and aunt all commented on how beautiful the grounds of the Schar Cancer Institute were when they came to chemo with me. They...