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 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?
One thing I love about Facebook is being introduced to some wonderful and talented people. One such person is Catherine Elliott. I’m not sure when we became friends on Facebook but my feed is now blessed with her amazing artwork, uplifting posts, and beautiful photos. Her paintings are breathtaking. They bring a bit of the… Continue reading Feature Friday! Catherine Elliott, Artist
Theresa was one of my daughter Alice’s best friends. She was our neighbor across the street. A busy mom herself with three boys, her youngest a teenager, she always made time for my daughter. Alice would run across the street to visit with Theresa or play with her dog Max, or they would take Max… Continue reading Feature Friday! Theresa Bailey, Professional Organizer
I started working with Gina years ago, meeting her in her studio. With Covid, I was able to transition to workouts via Zoom. Gina is amazing! She has so much knowledge about the body and knows so many different techniques. We’d work on everything but my biggest area of improvement was with balance! I have… Continue reading Feature Friday! Gina Marecki, Personal Trainer and Author
Finding Abilities 