'Tis the Season

Coming into this holiday season feels like a world away from this time last year. Last year I was in the middle of the icky chemo, my hair had fallen out, I needed a walker or a wheelchair to get around, and I spent most days in bed.

This year I have much to be grateful for. My hair is growing back, I can stay awake longer than an hour at a time, I haven’t touched a walker or crutches in months, and best of all I have been able to travel again and see my family!

In October I went to a conference in Vancouver, BC and convinced my mom and sisters to meet up after the conference for a girl’s trip. It was our second annual girl’s trip. The first one was in NYC, but we were missing Rachel and Jenny. This year we were able to rally everyone for a great adventure and some much-needed sisterhood.


Stanley Park


Mom exploring Chinatown



November equals Thanksgiving and I spent this one in Virginia at Sarah’s house. The Baron and my parents also made the trip back east so we had a fun-filled weekend eating buttery meals and visiting the sights and sounds of DC as it kicked off the holiday season.


National Harbor Christmas Tree


The Great Candied Turkey Massacre


National Botanic Gardens