Published on Monday, October 8, 2012 by Katherine What a timely photo challenge topic… “Hair.”  Because this is Breast Cancer Awareness month, which means it is time to pink up my hair. Here’s to my mother, a breast cancer survivor.  And Trish, this one is for you as well.  You had to leave too soon.  Sarah, keep fighting.  You are so damn strong. Such a small thing – a wisp of curled pink hair.  Ye...

Published on Monday, October 10, 2011 by Katherine Before you judge, hear me out. Eighteen years ago, I was pregnant with my first child and my mother’s first grandchild.  At the same time, my mother began her personal battle against breast cancer. When I was eight months along, she had one of her breasts removed.  The first words I heard her say coming out of the anesthesia were, “Is my daughter still pregn...

Published on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 by Katherine When you let your daughter dye a pink streak in her hair… And you decide to put one in your own hair... Remember to keep the empty pink dye bag away from the dog. ...