Giving: Khan Academy

One of the new features of the blog redesign is the addition of a new category called “Giving.”  Philanthropy is a high priority in our family and so I thought I’d include this aspect of our life in my writing. So, I will share interesting tidbits and inspiring stories about non-profits with which the HOTY,… Continue reading Giving: Khan Academy

Crash into Recovery…Like a Swan

Today was a wonderfully informative and Silver Lined day. I had my first 3-month checkup with my Oncologist.  As you know, I was worried about it. Worried not that I had a recurrence (too early after a year of intense treatment, I figured), but worried because I’ve been absolutely, outrageously, inexplicably exhausted. My Oncologist walked… Continue reading Crash into Recovery…Like a Swan

Change is in the Air!

First of all, I’d like to take this opportunity to THANK YOU all for reading this blog. I am deeply honored and humbled by your support and continued enthusiasm for my writing. Truly. Thank you.
It is with great anticipation and excitement that I announce that really super fun changes are on the Silver Lined horizon. In fact, I’m smack dab in the middle of redesigning the blog. To call me thrilled would truly be an understatement. In fact, I’m simply giddy!

1st Cancerversary

As you may recall, last weekend was the one year anniversary of my FBC diagnosis. I will now also always remember the weekend for running a 1/2 Marathon exactly one year later.

Running the 1/2 Marathon on Sunday was truly one of the great experiences of my life (Silver Lining). It was so powerful because it symbolized the end of illness and the rebirth of my health.