One of these things is a bad sign
Poison Oak warning sign at children’s playground
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Author: Judy Schwartz Haley
How to Juggle Cancer and Parenting: Angela Bass’ Story
No one understands the constant fears that are always in the back of your mind. Every ache, cough, pain may be a sign that the beast is back.
Just because you have completed treatment, it’s never really over.
Recipe: Blueberry Crisp with Peaches and Ginger
Ginger adds a warm, earthy, autumn kick to this classic dessert: blueberry crisp with peaches and ginger. Serve with ice cream.
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First Sleepover
Gem and her BFF/cousin had their first sleepover recently. It was a big rite of passage for both little girls. Checking out that awesome tent. Puppy snuggles. The tent was set up so they could see the TV and watch a movie before falling asleep. They did eventually get some sleep.
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How to Juggle Cancer and Parenting: Karey Gauthier’s Story
Cancer is a medical diagnosis, not an identity. It colors who you are just as any major experience would, be it pregnancy, pets, kids, diabetes, etc. However, it does not define you or your future.
For loved ones, give offers of help, but be specific. Patients don’t have the capacity to figure out what would be helpful most of the time. If you plan to do something in honor of the person, ask first if they are comfortable with that. I had a family member walk in my honor twice and make a big deal about it and want me there. I felt like a prize pig on display and it felt awful.
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Saying no to pot bellied pigs
I wonder if there was at one time a pot bellied pig problem. I’d love to hear that story.
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