Simplify. It’s a word that keeps popping into my mind (and when things pop into my mind, I feel compelled to share them on the Brookside Buzz!).
Silver Lining
Graduation!
I have had the honor of earning quite a few graduation certificates in my life (because I loooooove school!). I can honestly say that the one I received yesterday for graduating from breast cancer treatment means as much, if not more, than all of the others!
SL Book: American Fashion Travel
One of my new favorite books (perhaps it’s not new-new, but it’s new to me!) is American Fashion Travel.
San Francisco Blackbook
A friend recently asked if I was super excited to get out of San Francisco….to be DONE with my breast cancer treatments. Actually, I must separate the two. I’m ready to be DONE with treatment; however, I’ve fallen head over heels in love with San Francisco (a BIG Silver Lining)!
Happy Father's Day
Happy Father’s Day!
Reboot
As this period of aggressive, daily treatment for breast cancer is coming to an end (Silver Lining), I’m feeling as if a “Reboot” button is about to be pushed….and I don’t yet know what will appear on the screen as a result….
Truth is Ageless
Unfortunately, challenging life circumstances abound (e.g., illness, divorce). No one is left untouched. The Silver Lining, though, is that there are tools…ways to communicate with and include children so that it is possible to not only survive, but sometimes even thrive!
Resilience
My last Radiation treatment is a week from today. Wow. Absolutely remarkable that nearly 8 months have passed since my breast cancer diagnosis.
Everything related to FBC is far from over. However, every new day is another step in the right direction (Silver Lining)!
The Guest House
My affection (did I just use that word?!?) for poetry continues to grow (Silver Lining). Wow. So cool. This poem by Rumi is yet another poem that jumped out at me and said, “Read Me! Let Me In! Pay ATTENTION!” I truly hope it does the same for you. THE GUEST HOUSE This… Continue reading The Guest House
Friday's Fixin's: Juice
Juicing has never been my favorite thing. There. I said it. I’ve always perceived it to be tedious, messy and (especially for all of the work) not so tasty. Since my breast cancer diagnosis, however, I’m much more open to shedding preconceived notions!