This will be my second NYC half and the second time I am running for an incredible cause in memory of an incredible woman.I am once again inspired to undertake this rigorous challenge as I am racing in the memory of one my heroes, my dear mother-in-law Arlene Pinkus in… Continue reading →

I never ran, not a mile , not if I was late and probably not even if my life would have depended on it. So why now Why a half Why Sharsheret The answer is: My mom-Solange Oliel. The amazing woman I had the privilege of calling maman. She lived life beautifully and she LOVED. She… Continue reading →

Recently, there has been a significant amount of media coverage regarding breast implants and a rare lymphoma that has been found in extremely rare cases called “BIA-ALCL” or Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. Breast implant-associated anaplastic large… Continue reading →

Anger, fear, stress, sadness, and depression. They are just a few of the emotions that accompany a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis.“It's overwhelming to say the least and there's no right or wrong way to come to terms with it, but one thing is for sure, if you or… Continue reading →

There’s almost always something good within the bad, “the silver lining”. One week before my 48th birthday, my daughter survived a difficult pregnancy and delivered a beautiful preemie baby boy named Bryce. What a precious gift! He is named after my beloved brother who… Continue reading →

Receiving a diagnosis of a serious, chronic condition can feel as though you've been punched in the gut. The second blow comes when you hear how much you’ve got to pay out of pocket for medication.“Cancer and autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis and Crohn's… Continue reading →

After scheduling my first mammogram I did not think much of it for the next few weeks. I am 33 years old, and beginning a twice-yearly routine of breast exams to combat my 30% lifetime risk of breast cancer. This morning I woke up, and as instructed, did not use deodorant, got… Continue reading →

I discovered Sharsheret by happenstance, spotting their info-booth in an Atlanta hotel. A month later, I contacted them, eager to tell them about our free stress-buster app, the Breathing Butterfly. People with cancer must have some stress, I imagined.It’s one thing to… Continue reading →

So you have been through the big C word. You survived it. Chemotherapy. Radiation. Surgery. Now what Life should be the same. But, really is it Asking if you can complain about sex, when a few months ago you were afraid of dying Cancer is terrible. Life after cancer doesn’t… Continue reading →

During my journey with breast cancer, I found myself intensely focused on marching forward, remaining vigilant with the plan of care, eager to get to the other side. Honestly, I pushed aside the emotional process in favor of conquering the physical challenges. I continued… Continue reading →