Happy September! I can barely believe that I just wrote that. My oh my oh my. How on earth is it S.E.P.E.T.E.M.B.E.R. already?!?!? As much as I can barely admit this, I am still getting use to the fact that it is 2013. Good gracious. And the thing that makes me especially looney tunes is that I know that… Continue reading September – William Wordsworth
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The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bone Health
The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bone Health As if a diagnosis of breast cancer isn’t bad enough, the dreaded disease as well as its treatments can trigger other health problems, including a deleterious link to bone health, specifically an increased risk for osteoporosis. Yup. Cancer never seems to let us forget. Because I am… Continue reading The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bone Health
Friday's Fixin's: Corn Tomato and Bean Salad
Today, I’m super excited to share this Corn Tomato and Bean Salad because it is pretty much the absolute perfect summer salad, brimming with flavor, color and, of course, nutrition. The secret to this recipe is putting a little salt and oil on the tomatoes before you add them to the salad. Chef Maili suggests… Continue reading Friday's Fixin's: Corn Tomato and Bean Salad
Practical Inspiration: Finding a Way
This inspiring quote about finding a way to make something happen really struck a chord with me this week. As a very goal-focused, driven person, I adore (and am motivated by!) the thought that I have a choice about how I handle a project. When I really think about it, when it comes to making things… Continue reading Practical Inspiration: Finding a Way
Inspired Living: Mother Teresa's Humility List
Recently, I came across Mother Teresa’s Humility List. My oh my oh my. Despite being a humongous fan of Mother Teresa’s, this is the first time that I’ve seen this list. Honest to goodness, this was a goosebump-inducing stroke of inspiration that was divinely delivered today. Seriously. Just this week, we have been teaching Suddenly… Continue reading Inspired Living: Mother Teresa's Humility List
New ASCO Guidelines Recommending Aromasin to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer in High-Risk Postmenopausal Women
On July 8th, 2013, The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) released new guidelines recommending the horomonal therapy medicine Aromasin to lower the breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women who are considered at high-risk of developing the disease. This is big news in the breast cancer world. What and why, you wonder? Well, I thought… Continue reading New ASCO Guidelines Recommending Aromasin to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer in High-Risk Postmenopausal Women
Left-Handed Day!
Today is Left-Handed Day. I know, it’s such a prolific holiday that you undoubtedly already knew this. As a lifelong lefty, I’m particularly excited about this national holiday! When I was in (Catholic!) grade school, my teachers did their darndest to change my dominant hand from left to right. Apparently, they bought into the bunk… Continue reading Left-Handed Day!
Explaining the Link Between Parabens and Breast Cancer
In the past few years, much has been discussed about the link between paraben exposure and breast cancer. I have to be honest (as you know that I always am!) and admit that I didn’t pay much attention to this issue until I was diagnosed with the disease. UGH. However, the Silver Lining is that I am… Continue reading Explaining the Link Between Parabens and Breast Cancer
Inspirational Quote: It Will Take Everything
This weekend, I was in need of an inspirational quote and this one plopped in my lap. I am always so grateful (feels more like greatful!) when this happens! This is a busy time, with multiple balls in the air. The truth is that I’ve been a bit down on myself as I try to… Continue reading Inspirational Quote: It Will Take Everything
Friday's Fixin's: Michigan Tart Cherries
Michigan tart cherries are delicacies that I miss from the Midwest. There is something so uniquely special about them. Not only are they delicious and healthy and amazingly flexible (i.e., they can easily be used in sweet and savory foods!), but to me they are ultimate symbol of long, beautiful summer days in beloved Northern… Continue reading Friday's Fixin's: Michigan Tart Cherries