Even with the best support system, the cancer journey has moments of profound loneliness. It is deeply personal and often frightening, especially in the beginning. I still remember walking into my first chemotherapy session seven years ago absolutely terrified — unsure how my body would react and wondering if the treatment would even work. During… Continue reading The Loneliness of a Cancer Diagnosis
What is The Lucky Gut?
Ovarian cancer likes to come back. It’s like having a chronic disease—with flare-ups. It’s resilient. But you know what? So am I. I’m not a statistic. The statistics for this cancer are awful. There’s no reliable screening tool for ovarian cancer, so it’s rarely found early. Mine was already stage 4B when it was discovered.… Continue reading I Am Not a Statistic
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…
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 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
Neither Alice nor I can remember Mother’s Day last year. I had just started chemotherapy, and who knows how I was feeling. I’m sure family and friends tried to make it enjoyable. Alice and I probably went for a car ride. That's our thing. I just can’t recall. But this year I am almost giddy… Continue reading Go Into the Roar!
Before I was officially diagnosed with cancer I was a wreck waiting for test results. The waiting period was awful. Many who had been through a similar situation said the waiting was the most unnerving part. Once you knew what you were dealing with, you could have a plan of action. The unknown; not knowing… Continue reading Stop In The Name of Love
Finding Abilities 