Vol. 11, Issue 15, July 25, 2013 Dear Friends, Anyone who has had a cancer diagnosis, knows it’s not just about them. Whether we like (and accept) it or not, it’s a family (and friends) affair. Cancer adds a huge stress to the lives of all involved, and research has shown that those who have… read more
March 21, 2013, Vol. 11, Issue 6 Dear Friends, Every year in early March, the Oregon and Southwest affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, presents a Breast Cancer Issues Conference here in Portland. Originally it was created for survivors, but it has evolved to include topics of interest to survivors, co-survivors and health… read more
Nov. 1, 2012, Vol. 10, Issue 21 There’s nothing like attending an event to remind me of the many, many aspects that go into planning special events for your communities. I don’t think there’s anything more special than a breast cancer event — truly a celebration of life. While I happen to think that choosing… read more
Oct. 4, 2012 Vol. 10, Issue 19 Dear Friends, The fall speaking season is in full throttle as we move into October. Not only is it Breast Cancer Awareness month, but it’s big month for women’s events in general. It’s interesting to note that less than twenty years ago, event planners had to dance around… read more
April 14, 2011, Vol. 9 Issue 4 For Your Well Being: Permission Granted Dear Friends, I feel like I’ve been recalibrated. Yes, that’s the word. It’s the power of a women’s retreat. Last month my friend Linda and I drove over the mountains to Sisters in Central Oregon for a women’s retreat sponsored by my… read more
March 18, 2010, Vol. 8 Issue 2 I’ve always loved the idea of making something new from something old — whether it was originally destined for another use or is a castaway. When I was an avid seamstress, I could never throw away the scraps, and I love cutting up magazines and making Vision Boards… read more
June 26, 2009, Vol. 7 Issue 8 Dear Friends, One of the greatest gifts of my move to Portland in 1998, was meeting Fern Carness. From the beginning, our relationship was based on friendship as well as our mutual professional interests in speaking and women’s health. Fern took me under her wing immediately, inviting me… read more
Nov. 30, 2007, Vol. V Issue 21 Dear Friends, Have you ever let yourself off the hook? Well, I did that in mid-October when it was time to get out this e-news. I just had to give myself a break. It’s been a real pain (literally!) to adjust from an active lifestyle, and what I… read more
Oct. 4, 2007, Vol. V Issue 20 Dear Friends, I have a confession to make. Life is different for me these days. I’ve been dealing with intense leg and knee pain all summer long, especially since our return from vacation in mid-August. I missed hiking so much this summer, that while we were on vacation… read more
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