Is this Part 2 of My Cancer Journey?

Is this Part 2 of My Cancer Journey?

I often tell others that today is the only day that matters and let peace be with you. I was reminded of this again regarding a recent health scare. Like so many others who have sat across from their doctor who said, “It’s probably nothing, but we should check it out...
Making Time

Making Time

It’s hard to believe that the holidays are just around the corner! With each passing year, time seems to speed up. We all say it, right? “Wow, where did this year go?” “I need to find time to do [insert the thing you’ve been putting off here].” It’s only after you’ve...
The Two Most Powerful Words

The Two Most Powerful Words

The world recently lost one of the most amazing teachers of our time, Louise Hay. While I never met her in person, I have been a student of hers for more than 17 years. She taught me several powerful lessons.  In 2000, a friend loaned me a set of Louise Hay cassette...
Love is the Bridge: A Message of Hope

Love is the Bridge: A Message of Hope

I saw this quote recently and it stayed with me. Written by Rumi in the 13th century, the sentiment is more profound than ever. I’m deeply saddened by the destruction from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. I see images of what was once a home, people who have lost...
Five Ways to Be Your Own Advocate

Five Ways to Be Your Own Advocate

I come from the generation that did whatever your doctor told you to do. After all, they’ve spent many years going to college, medical school, and through residency – not to mention their on-the-job experience. I have tremendous respect for doctors, and I...
Losing My Hair and Aha! Moments: My Cancer Journey

Losing My Hair and Aha! Moments: My Cancer Journey

This Facebook post came up in my memory feed last month. It made me stop and reflect back on my cancer journey, and all the pain and joy – yes, joy – that went with it. For me, cancer was both the worst and best thing that ever happened to me. The Diagnosis It started...