Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah

Yesterday was Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year! Happy New Year and Shana Tovah to all my fellow Jews out there and anyone who celebrates this holiday. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement) are the two holiest days in the Jewish religion. The days...

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...
I MADE IT!

I MADE IT!

Starting the week off with such a grateful and FULL heart! Back in February, when I was told I’d need to have chemo and the schedule was laid out, one of the first things I did was count out the weeks to see if I’d be able to go to our family beach week....
The In Between

The In Between

This is the card I pulled during my weekly Coffee & Community this morning. Its meaning was so spot on, that I wanted to share, in case it helps anyone else. I have been feeling quite a lot of anxiety lately. It’s a difficult place to be, because logically,...
Belief and Gratitude

Belief and Gratitude

This morning I was reminded of the power of gratitude and belief in myself, in others and in the Universe. Amidst my recent anxiety, it brought me peace and calm, to think about what I am grateful for and that the Universe is even grateful for me. For each and every...