I went kayaking this summer – not once, but twice! Woohoo! That might not seem like a big deal to you, but for me, it was huge! I finished chemo a few months ago and I’m slowly getting my energy and strength back. I also have a disability called CMT (Charcot-Marie-Tooth), which causes me to… Continue reading Kayaking…
Red brick path to Avon Country Deli Who doesn’t love a delicious, hearty breakfast on a dreary day? My breakfast at the Avon Country Deli did not disappoint. I had one of the specials: a large, fluffy fig and brie omelet, home fries and sourdough toast. What was disappointing, however, was trying to find a… Continue reading Follow The Red Brick Road
By Lisa Salvatore Some days I don’t feel disabled or handicapped. I’ll park in a distant parking spot, and confidently walk into the store or restaurant. I want to exclaim to the passersby – hey, look at me, I parked in that far-away spot, way over there! Other days, I may appear strong and healthy,… Continue reading Handicap Pitfalls
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. My plan had been to inundate you all (lovingly!) with updates on my Facebook page, Instagram page and blog with Ovarian Cancer facts and share my personal story. Well, that hasn’t happened. As usual, a busy life got in the way of my best intentions. Interestingly, this month also… Continue reading My Awareness Month!
I went to my first vision board session with Kristal over 7 years ago. The vision board I created was awesome but it was the process, the sharing and Kristal that made this event extraordinary. It is the work you do afterwards that brings those goals and dreams to life. Kristal is the reason this… Continue reading Guest Blogger: Kristal Fiorentino – The VisionBoard
I have always been blessed with beautiful hair. Full and wavy, I could wear it short or long. I’ve had fun with it throughout the years. I’ve worn it really short, with perms or highlights, or asymmetrical cuts. Now, with this chemo treatment, being without hair is a new experience. I had lost a lot… Continue reading 6) Cancer Journey – Phantom Hair Syndrome
I was out and about at the Celebrate the Valley fair in Granby a few weekends ago and there was one booth that jumped out at me. It was called Strong Poss-Abilities. It reminded me of my blog Finding Abilities! Read below about Tessa and this great new training facility available to individuals with special… Continue reading Feature Friday! Tessa Eichelberger: Strong Poss-Abilities
Photo by Black ice on Pexels.com · I am one in 2,500. · I am one in 75. · I’m 1 in 3. It is MY awareness month. And you get a two-for-one with me. September is Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Awareness Month. It’s also Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month. Yes, I have both conditions and I want… Continue reading My Month, My Numbers
I did it! I finally accepted the fact that I have a disability and requested a handicap room for my vacation in Ogunquit, Maine. My need for a handicap room is mostly to avoid any potential stairs leading to or from the room and an accessible bathroom setup. I need a walk-in shower. The room… Continue reading Handicap Accessible?
By Lisa Salvatore In January, my anxiety was so strong I felt as if I was going to jump out of my skin. It was that time of year when I have to get scans and have blood tests to confirm I am cancer free. “Scanxiety” they call it. With a rising blood tumor marker… Continue reading 5) Cancer Journey – Stay In The Present
Finding Abilities 