A Peek Into My Everyday Life

I adopted this from a recent magazine and it gives you a little peek into my life and my home.
My Breast Scare

What would you do the day you suddenly feel a breast lump? Ignore it, make an appointment to see your GYN, keep checking and rechecking, or sink into depression or panic? Well, the day I found this lump on my left breast, I panicked. I kept examining the area repeatedly. I had felt something very…
Who Do You Turn To?

While commuting home one day from Grand Central Terminal, I glanced over to another train that was headed in the same direction. I happened to notice the depth of facial expressions on those commuter’s faces. Some were sad, some were busy on their phones or computers, and others were in mid-conversation. The ones deep…
5 Ways to Not Get The Flu This Season

It’s flu season people and there is so much hype about the strain this year. Here are a few tips to have you avoid coming down with the flu. I get asked if I get the flu shot and the answer is no. It may be appropriate for those who are elderly or who are easily susceptible…
How to Thrive Amidst Despair

How does one become a thriver? You know, someone that thrives despite unfortunate circumstances. Thrive: to grow, progress, succeed, flourish regardless of any diverse situations. When you are not thriving you are wilting. Stagnant. Lackluster. If you are in the midst of a chronic illness, recovering from one, or just dealing with daily responsibilities like…