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It happens again…
People are coming out of the woodwork to take care of me and my amazing, primary caretaker/husband SW. I can’t believe it! The fridge is full of quality food, transportation schedules are drafted,...
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What to do – What to do?
It’s true. I’m getting tired from WBR. I don’t feel a huge dip is quality of life though. Why? Because I am choosing to do the fun things and skipping the un-fun. I’m not cleaning the house. I am...
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Finding Joy
Today I woke up with a mission – I must meditate! I can’t even remember the last time I did. This meditation practice had a theme. I focused on the phrase, “Find the joy in living”. When I’m out of...
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Leavenworth – town not prison
Getting away to Leavenworth, Washington hit the spot! No demands what-so-ever! I had no guilt for lounging around instead of planting my tomato plants. (I’m having a tad bit of guilt about the...
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One Day
I worked on a little project for the organization Caring Ambassadors. I was asked to write about daily life with lung cancer. This is what I came up with: Living with Lung Cancer is no easy task. It...
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Too Many Tomatoes
I’m not a huge gardener. In fact, I’m better described as a tiny gardener. I most often pick the brain of my friend, Julie, and do what she says. For the most part it all turns out pretty A-OK! I’m...
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TGIF !
I used to treat myself to something special after finishing a cancer treatment week. Since I’ve been on the twice daily oral pills I’ve stopped this tradition. Today, I brought it back. Why? Because...
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Ahhh…Much better
Thank you Last Week for finally coming to an end! The final day did end on an upward note. My difficulties with OHSU and my written testimony got completely straightened out. Apparently it was a...
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Hindsight
Contrary to popular belief, having a root beer float and popcorn for dinner is not a wise choice while taking RO5424802. This morning has been a bit rough. And, yes. I wrote the truth in my daily...
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It’s About Time
While taking a few moments to admire my lit-up shiny & sparkly Christmas tree with my morning coffee in hand, I noticed something very peculiar going on. My cats, technically my cat, Yam, and SW’s...
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My FD1 Experience
I go to the website and think hell yeah, I want to be Out Living It! I got this…how do I choose between kayaking, surfing, or climbing? First Descents looks to be a perfect paring for this PDX girl!...
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Come on Get Happy
It might be here. Happiness that is! After a not-so-fun summer, fall is already looking better. The wonderful cabin in the woods at Manzanita was our home for a few days to celebrate our wedding...
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The Going is Getting Good
Trend: Upward and excellent. Cause: Two successful speaking events and one brain MRI that shows SRS did its job. Current Status: Designing next glass project; investigating what went wrong with my flat...
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Worth Your Weight in Salt
How is it possible that my sodium level is too low? I don’t understand. I’m a salter. Not an excessive salter. This home cook absolutely adds a generous pinch or two to dishes while preparing them....
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Death Happens
I’ve discussed my Certified Life Cycle Celebrant and friend, Holly Pruett, on my blog before. She’s great in countless ways. When you are in her presence, immediately you pick up the calm and...
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Where to Start?
Life has been going by. It feels fast pace but no. My brain and body are operating on low. I can easily shrug my shoulders and think hey…I’m still operating which is a very good thing. My time away...
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