Pretty is what changes
I came across this in a bookstore when in the US last month. The title “Pretty Is What Changes” attracted me initially. The title comes from Stephen Sondheim’s Sunday In The Park With George, “Pretty isn’t… Continue reading
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The loneliness of the long-distance cancer survivor
Another day, another study confirming that cancer survivors are more likely than their healthy peers to suffer serious psychological distress such as anxiety and depression, even a decade after treatment ends. The study… Continue reading
Canvas of Hope
The Canvas of Hope is a collection of works of art created from microscopic images of breast cancer at Touro University. The project came about when a group of students, studying second year… Continue reading
Does eating organic food really make any difference?
I was reading about the latest British report which concludes that eating organic food does not provide any significant nutritional or health benefits. The independent report which was commissioned by the British Food Standards Agency (FSA)… Continue reading
Intimate with change
I don’t normally advertise products that come my way, but I do make an exception for those that have made a difference in my life and those that I feel can offer genuine inspiration… Continue reading
Cancer at work
Dealing with a chronic illness is difficult on a personal level, and can be even more difficult on a professional one, writes Michael Kelly in an interesting article in the Irish Times earlier… Continue reading
Dying to be tanned
Our summer here in Ireland which started off promisingly in early June, has fizzled out to the usual damp and wet Irish summer we have become all too familiar with. Being tanned used… Continue reading
Remembering Jenny
Most of you won’t know of my friend Jenny, but you will know of someone like her, and so I dedicate this post to all the Jennys we have known and loved and lost to… Continue reading
High intensity exercise cuts cancer deaths
People who exercise at high intensity are less likely to develop cancer and die, research out today suggests. Jogging, swimming, rowing and games such as squash or football all lead to a lower… Continue reading
Refreshing cucumber facial mask
This beautifully fresh facial mask is quick and easy to make and will leave your skin feeling toned and mositurised. If you’re skin is dull and lifeless then cucumber is the best natural… Continue reading
