From a scientific perspective, the human body is remarkably empty. Atoms, the building blocks of all matter, are almost entirely vacant, with a tiny nucleus surrounded by a vast cloud of electrons. This emptiness extends into our cells, where organelles…
Category: Health
Life’s not fair
Life’s not fair. I am sure we have all heard this too many times to count. Let me tell you a story. It begins seriously in 2017 as my husband and I are thinking about and starting to plan for…
Plot twist: Is this normal?
It has been a year post chemo. When I finished chemo and radiation I thought that was it. I was done. In January when I got the PET Scan results that said I was in remission, I was sure I…
Plot Twist: The PICC line
WARNING: There are graphic pictures included. If you are squeamish now is your chance to look away. What is a PICC line? A PICC Line is Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter. Basically it is a long thin tube inserted directly into…
Plot Twist: Holidays, appointments, and adventure
This is not the ideal way to spend the holidays. I was supposed to be on vacation with my family, sailing to the Bahamas, relaxing in the sun and playing in the warm blue water. Instead I spent the week…
Plot Twist: You have cancer
You know how life is going along and everything is good, really good. You have a great job, live on your boat, you’re empty nesters, and everything seems to be falling into place. Then…PLOT TWIST! This really is my life.…