A school concert, a passing moment, and the quiet way joy lingers long after it’s gone.
The Shift
A reflective essay on letting go of control, trusting preparation, and staying present when life accelerates—at work, in writing, and in parenting.
Finding humor when life doesn’t follow the script
From a backyard frisbee mishap to an improv-style lesson in laughter, this story explores how finding humor in everyday life can turn small stumbles into the moments we remember most.
The monster inside
It sounds simple, but it’s hard to let go of the monster inside. I had breast cancer, and nothing will be the same.
Dear cancer
Dear cancer here’s the truth: You suck. You are taking away my precious time and energy. You are taking up space in my head.
Breast cancer and me
Upon hearing the words over the phone: “breast cancer,” my heart skipped. The dark thing on the ultrasound was cancer. Time began to slow; my hands trembled.
Facing breast cancer with courage and strength
Facing breast cancer with courage and strength. This story first appeared in the October 2013 issue of Rochester Woman Magazine.
There’s nothing a good cup of coffee can’t fix
What do coffee and COVID have in common?
