Hi, Nice To Meet You… I Had Breast Cancer
It has been about 938 days since I was told I had breast cancer. Since then I have had 1 year of chemotherapy, radiation and 4 surgeries....
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Dec 6, 2019
- 4 min
These Aren't Your Oreos
Do you remember that scene in Finding Nemo with the seagulls all yelling, “Mine, mine, MINE!” I think of that scene every year around...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Sep 23, 2019
- 3 min
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...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- May 23, 2019
- 5 min
Rise Up: Our Henley Girl's Birth
Three years ago I had an impressive baby belly with what I would soon to find out was an 8 lb 9 oz baby in my womb. My first born came...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- May 12, 2019
- 3 min
The Who
May is the motherload (pun intended) of months for me as a mom. Both my daughters are born in May and my cancer-versary is in May. This...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Apr 21, 2019
- 4 min
The greatest love story.
When I was little I would go to bed fantasizing about my wedding. About the man I would marry and the four children I would have, 2 boys...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Feb 5, 2019
- 2 min
"Mama Sit Down."
“Mama sit down.” These are the famous words I hear at 8:02 every evening. When I am spent. Every ounce of my energy has been zapped,...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Dec 14, 2018
- 3 min
Why Is It So Hard To Downshift?
I find it interesting that during certain times of our life we are forced to slow down. Forced to pause, forced to rest. As moms, we...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Nov 19, 2018
- 2 min
I Have Cancer and Yes, I Still Have To Do Chores
My husband and I have this ongoing argument about daily life. I am the whimsical, laid-back, easy breezy one who knows everything will be...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Oct 22, 2018
- 3 min
Knowing When To Let Go: My Inner Battle
Here I am 17 months out from being diagnosed with breast cancer, and most people when they see me say I look great, and seem to be doing...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Oct 15, 2018
- 5 min
Let’s Make A Real Impact This Pinktober
We are almost half way through October and the pinkwashing is everywhere you turn. Pinkwashing: The practice of a company using support...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Sep 4, 2018
- 3 min
Ordinary
Most of us, especially those in my generation, were raised with affirmations like, “You are so special. You can do anything you put your...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Jul 23, 2018
- 5 min
10 Ways You Can Help Your Littles Be a Blessing
I have been trying hard lately to raise tiny disciples. We talk about being a blessing vs being a burden to others. We speak of kindness...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Jun 21, 2018
- 4 min
Why Doing the Hard Things As A Mom is Necessary
Mom shaming vs. constructive criticism Oftentimes as moms we get overwhelmed, frustrated, and our stress runs high. Everyone is telling...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- May 13, 2018
- 2 min
A Mother's Love is Peace
Last year at this time, I had no idea what was coming. I was living in my own mother’s house (again), I was buried in motherhood of two...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- May 4, 2018
- 4 min
Blueberry Eyes in the Sky
Today four years ago, I became a mother. The thing I wanted most in this world, besides being Evan's wife. I was given that gorgeous gift...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Apr 10, 2018
- 5 min
Mommin' on Xeloda
It all starts with my Monday morning alarm reminding me that it is time to hit the pavement and #nevermissamonday. During this time, I...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Mar 29, 2018
- 4 min
Slap in the Face
Since I have been on the transparent train lately, I figured it was a good time as any to share what has been eating away at me. I...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Feb 17, 2018
- 3 min
Twisting in the Wind
Sometimes I feel like a sheep being pushed and guided toward this mysterious light that gives a false sense of security. I look around...
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Lauren Wiatrek
- Jan 26, 2018
- 1 min
My car is basically my purse.
Any other mamas feel like their car is an extension of their purse? My sweet, amazing, acts of service husband will clean out my car… I...
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