Each year for my favorite holiday I reflect on those things for which I am most thankful. On my list I have always included my thanks for those things that I have such as a warm place to live, food on my table, a good job, other family members and friends, etc. I also take time to be thankful for …
Why I’ll Enjoy Today for Today
Today is November 6, 2011. It is a very special day. The reason that it is special is because there has never, ever been a November 6, 2011 and there will never, ever be another one again. As far as I see it, that is pretty special and because I was fortunate enough to wake up this morning, I get …
How We Can Help a Breast Cancer Patient
As we wind down on Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I began to think about some of the real issues for a person diagnosed with breast cancer.
The Wearing of the Pink
I am a two-time breast cancer survivor who is more than acutely aware that this is Breast Cancer Awareness month. I have seen pink T-shirts and slippers and pajamas and socks and sweatshirts and jackets.
Today I had #EggsnHashtags
A Sunday morning brunch at The Blvd Restaurant at the Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel would be the perfect way to start my day on any given Sunday. However, the sharing of the wonderful food was greatly enhanced by the gathering with some 20 other individuals for the first ever “Los Angeles Social Media Professionals Association” brunch. The brainchild of this …
Sharing Your Medical History With Your Family
I recently had a conversation with my sister about a medical situation that I had with one of my parathyroid glands (never heard of them before) and subsequently with my thyroid gland. We discussed the symptoms created by the problem and she decided to discuss it with her own doctor. As a result, when she had her blood work done …
Celebrate International Women’s Day
On Tuesday, March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day “which celebrates respect, appreciation and the empowerment of women all over the world”. For me, I have chosen to honor this day by focusing on breast cancer, and in particular, directing all women to the “Susan G. Komen for the Cure” website at komen.org The reason for this is that my …
Blog Anniversary Brings Something New
View PostReferees Face Ban for Pink Whistles
I could not believe my eyes when I read this story about a group of Washington state referees that banned together to donate their high school refereeing game checks to support the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research and to use pink whistles during those games. And now they are facing punishment for the use of those pink …
Lisa’s Tribute to Her Mother
I first met Lisa Koch-Howell here a few months ago shortly after her mother lost her life to breast cancer. At that time she wrote to me the following: “Well I was wondering if you could give me some advice. My sister did the 3 day breast cancer walk 2 years ago. She really enjoyed it. Our mama met her …