Fresh Starts

"New normal. Covid has brought fundamental changes to our lives. And in some ways, we will never go back. We will never be the same. And the same truths hold after cancer. Cancer changes you. You can never go back. But that doesn't leave us without hope. Without joy. Without recognition of the wonder of life and the beauty of this incredible world. We see it differently. This spring offers the chance for a fresh start. A new normal. " ... Dr. Jillian Lloyd

Before each Blog entry I submit, I text my friend Jill and ask, "What words ... what are you thinking?" Most of the time, she will list a few sentences describing words such as persevere and attitude. I create messages or inspirations as I read. This time, however, her words are so complete, so whole, that nothing else needs to be said.

As for Hiking for Healing, we will launch our new normal in April: hikes (in person), events, fun, laughter, and love. We are moving, growing, and evolving into our fresh start, our new normal.

Watch for our upcoming schedule and prepare to put "boots on the ground." It's our time.