The Races We Can't Run (And Why That's Okay)

The first time I ran Race for the Cure, I was in college. Someone dropped out last minute, there was an open spot, and I thought—why not?I'd never run a 5K before. Didn't train. Didn't think twice about it. Just showed up and ran the whole thing.Looking back now, I'm struck by how effortless it felt. My body just moved without question. I didn't know enough to be intimidated.It seems prescient that Race for the Cure was my first.

Finally Ready to Share Again - A Long Overdue Update

After months of quiet healing, sharing good news: wounds finally healed, blood clot cleared - and back to podcasting, work, and the lake. More updates to come.

Good News, New Challenges, and the Reality of Recovery

A Little Update on Medical Victories, Family Support, and Finding Patience in Healing

Milestone Victories: First Steps Outside and No More Drains!

Celebrating Progress in My Cancer Journey - Medical Updates, Community Support, and Finding Joy in Small Wins

Reasons This Community Matters & Gratitude- A Week in the Making

It's been a hard couple weeks... thanks for all the bright spots!

First Anniversary Wish List: Not Spending it in the Hospital.

A Close Call and Answered Prayers

Achieving Your Goals Makes for a Grateful Heart & an Update on Healing!

A Journey of GratitudeAs I continue this healing journey- winning this battle with breast cancer- my heart overflows with gratitude for so many things...

Looking for A Healing Place? Actually, There's No Place Like Home

🍾 Good News & Home Sweet Healing- the first stage of pathology results are back from my Breast Cancer surgery!

(An ICU) Room with a View

Update about Shawna's progress as she recovers from her surgery...

Surgery Update!

Post (1st) Surgery Gratitude & Pathology Updates

There is plenty to be grateful for, including some of the pathology results. A few more updates on how recovery is going as we prepare for the "big" surgery!

Surgery #1 - DONE!!

Home and Recovering from Breast Cancer Surgery #1