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Something is Not Right :: Infection + Hospitalization
The last I shared my oncologist was scheduling a procedure to have my lung catheter removed because an infection had formed at the drain...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 24, 20215 min read
Metastatic Breast Cancer - What You Can Do
I always said from the beginning of this journey that I would be open, honest and help others perspectives when it comes to cancer. I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 8, 20212 min read
Back to the Basics
Lately I have had this yearning to just get back to the basics… to strip down away from all the pressure to be this, do that and just...
Lauren Wiatrek
Mar 30, 20203 min read
Mom's Guide to an Immune Boosting Lifestyle
Too many are being affected by the flu and other viruses right now and it makes me think about our homeopathic routine. Many think there...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 27, 20204 min read
Guide To Using Thieves Cleaner
Thanksgiving is around the corner and Christmas follows on Turkey Day's heels. All the hosts will be scurrying around trying to clean,...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 22, 20193 min read
Perfect Pumpkin Chili
Every year for Halloween we invite friends and family over to have fellowship, eat autumnal goodies, drink and have fun in costume. I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 3, 20191 min read
I Wish I Would Have Known
Well it is October and we have seen post after post about breast cancer. I will be one of the first people to tell you about my story and...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 14, 20195 min read
Early Morning Mug 'o Warm Water
Every morning I wake an hour or so before everyone else in my home. I started this ritual a few months ago and have grown to yearn for...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 6, 20193 min read
Dear Daughters,
I am so thankful for you both. When I was a girl all I ever played at and pretended was “house” and being a mom. With the help of the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 1, 20193 min read
No Pasta Lasagna
Years ago when the gluten free train started my antennae has been up. Then I began my research. But I was always half on the train and...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 22, 20193 min read
Why I Switched to Raw Milk…From A Breast Cancer Survivor
I remember growing up and going over to friends’ houses to spend the night, the obligatory pizza was served and of course pop to go with...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 15, 20194 min read
Fly Like An Eagle
Here is one of my favorite things. 👇👇👇 For real. I had my appointment with my oncologist this morning, so naturally, I applied ALL the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 9, 20192 min read
Happy Husband Menu
My hubby’s birthday was this week and I wanted to surprise him by freshening up our patio. We had this potentially lovely patio that just...
Lauren Wiatrek
Mar 28, 20194 min read
“Mama my ears hurt.”
The dreaded statement. On one hand I was grateful my daughter could vocalize that her ears hurt, on the other hand I hated what this...
Lauren Wiatrek
Mar 21, 20193 min read
Let it Snow Let it Snow Let it Snow
Alright alright, I know it is not snowing in Texas… but I can dream of the winter wonderland I was in a few months ago. And despite it...
Lauren Wiatrek
Feb 18, 20193 min read
Heal Yeah!
In my YouTube Channel this past week I discussed all the tools that have helped my family and I support our immune systems. One of the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 27, 20192 min read
Dashing Through The Snow
While we were in Colorado on our winter getaway, I made quite the menu of soups and warm meals to keep my family feeling cozy and...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 17, 20192 min read
Who's Ready For A Giveaway?? #wellnesswins
Today starts a sale for the Beginner's Box with Young Living. I have to be straight with you all and tell you how much this bundle has...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 11, 20195 min read
Walkin In A Winter Wonderland
We decided to come up to Colorado for a week after Christmas, get out of town a bit… have some family time, bask in the snow a bit. We...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 8, 20193 min read
My Thanksgiving Menu
I am a foodie at heart and I love love love finding ways to celebrate life through food. Since I have been on the path of #whole30 (or...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 20, 20185 min read
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