Yep, I've been mostly mute this week. There were multiple things taking place that threw me off my emotional equilibrium. I tend to hunker down and ponder and analyze until I feel level again. š One of those events I want to share with you here, today. For the purposes of this blog, I AM … Continue reading Getting Back in the Saddle, with a Plea for Help…
Cancer
It’s Hard to Look Sexy Wearing a Compression Sleeve…Tuesday Thoughts
Really, that title explains it all, doesn't it? Or, nearly so. I had a phenomenal run this morning. It was the kind of run where I felt almost as if I could just go forever (I didn't) and pull a marathon distance (didn't do that, either). I showered and got ready for work. Part of … Continue reading It’s Hard to Look Sexy Wearing a Compression Sleeve…Tuesday Thoughts
The Alter Ego…#MondayBlogs
There was a very specific "line of demarcation" in my life: before cancer, and after cancer. Before cancer, I spent more time at someone else's office than I did at my own. My writing was something I worked to "squeeze in" if I had the time. After, I work for myself, and writing is job … Continue reading The Alter Ego…#MondayBlogs
Early Detection…#MondayBlogs
If you don't want a view of a soapbox, run away! Far, far away... š Public Service Announcements tell us all that early detection saves lives. While that statement may be an over-simplification, early detection doesn't hurt. But, what counts as "early?" Obviously, early would refer to the progress of your illness. But I like … Continue reading Early Detection…#MondayBlogs
A Killer Among Us…#MondayBlogs
A Succubus is a demon that takes human form. In legend, the succubus seduces her victims and slowly steals their health, their strength, and, ultimately, their lives. This is not a story about that kind of succubus. This succubus is equally dark, and can ultimately steal lives. It is not seductive, just insidious. Have you … Continue reading A Killer Among Us…#MondayBlogs
Breast Cancer and the Burlesque Dancer…#MondayBlogs
As counter-intuitive as it may sound, it can be hard to identify with being a feminist when you are going through treatment for breast cancer. When the attributes that differentiate you as a "female" are working strongly against you, when you barely feel like you are a female at all - instead just a mass … Continue reading Breast Cancer and the Burlesque Dancer…#MondayBlogs
Publishing, Health, and Updates…
Since I set that "publish on the 1st of the month" schedule for myself, I've been working almost constantly. š I didn't go through Lulu Publishing this time, but instead uploaded my format and covers onto Amazon through Createspace. Today, my new book, The Cancer-Free Gourmet, went live on Kindle! http://www.amazon.com/The-Cancer-Free-Gourmet-Caroline-Slee-ebook/dp/B00IQY04NU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1393817842&sr=8-2&keywords=the+cancer-free+gourmet I hope those of … Continue reading Publishing, Health, and Updates…
Tuesday Thoughts…New Normal #ArchiveDay
Those of you who have followed my blog for a while probably remember how much difficulty I had with the concept of my "New Normal." Of course, the delivery of that term was less than stellar. A therapist who asked me what my goals were in recovery from breast cancer told me that I would … Continue reading Tuesday Thoughts…New Normal #ArchiveDay
Christmas Pudding…
Today marks the very first day of summer break from school. Next week marks the start of swim team again. The kiddos and I all went running this morning. Of course, it's so hot that we all "went running" on the treadmill. We took turns. It was a good start to the day. I've been … Continue reading Christmas Pudding…
The End…
Over one year ago, I got a tattoo and then found a lump in my breast. Today, I am going in for my very LAST surgical procedure.Ā This chapter of the journey is reaching its conclusion today. I am excited to finalize this.Ā And, I appreciate the circle: this journey began with a tattoo, and … Continue reading The End…