I often get asked how I’m able to bike for long periods of time without my bottom and legs hurting. The answer: good padding and time on the bike seat. I’ve been sharing some tips to be ready to bike with friends so thought I’d share with all of you too! Wear a good chamois

The past few years, instead of setting a lot of resolutions, I select words to help focus and define my year. I, of course, set some goals each year (hey, I admit to being a planner), but focusing on words helps me check in to stay aware of the energy I’m putting into the goals,

Happy almost 2020! It’s hard to believe that not only is a new year rolling in tomorrow but we’re also kicking off a new decade! I feel like every year brings new hopes and excitement at what’s to come. But before looking too far ahead, I’ve been reflecting on all that the last decade brought

One year ago I heard the words “you have cancer” – for the third time. Three separate cancers. Stunned. Disbelief. Anger. Disappointment. All immediate emotions. After that diagnosis, I didn’t expect this to be a year of joy. Lots of joy. Finding joy Clearing a third cancer was…surreal to say the least. Difficult to describe,

I love to travel. Exploring new places and meeting new people can be so much fun. I’m grateful for many wonderful travel opportunities with friends and family. It’s awesome to make new memories with awesome people. However, the past few years, I’ve also discovered the benefits to solo travel. It’s interesting to learn that many

While this time of year brings sparkly lights, Santa lists and jolly, it’s not always a happy time for everyone. Facing a disease, the death of a loved one, infertility, relationship issues or other can make the holiday season a challenging time. As a three time cancer survivor and daughter who lost her dad to

Today is Giving Tuesday, a ‘global generosity movement.’ Falling the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, it is a day to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity. Charities look to this day to raise signifiant donations to support their programs. On this special day of generosity, I wanted to share a few of my favorite charities (if you need

There is much talk this time of year about gratitude, helping others and saying thanks. While this should be our focus year round, I appreciate the extra momentum too. It’s a great opportunity to pause from our hectic, daily lives to focus on ways to express gratitude. There are many ways to express gratitude. The

Early, dark evenings mixed with cold, snowy winter weather make it difficult for me to exercise outdoors. There are thankfully lots of indoor activities that keep you moving when you can’t be outdoors. Winter weather brings me indoors for biking. As much as I prefer to bike outdoors, I’m thankful I can put my road

Today is a special day in my family’s world, for today we celebrate my dad’s birthday. And reflect on many life lessons from Dad. Despite cancer taking him many years ago, his love and advice still influence me in my daily life. It’s been 15 years since his death and I miss him every day.