Taking care is one way to show your love. Another way is letting people take good care of you when you need it.
— Fred Rogers
eIf you're like me, taking care of others comes naturally. It feels right.
But how comfortable are you with letting others ...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 8th, 2024
The pond at Bruce Pit was quiet this summer, much more so than last year, when it bustled with wildlife.
But with the arrival of fall, the birds have returned to the Pit. A few days ago, Chris and I sat on the bench overlooking the pond, watching hun...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 7th, 2024
I did a lot of cooking today—some with my daughter, some with my husband, and some on my own.
When I cook, my husband often comes into the kitchen to see what I'm up to, clean up or contribute to the dinner prep. My daughter's time in the kitchen is u...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 7th, 2024
Today, Chris, Mel and I attended the Annual Biology Butterfly Show at Carleton University in Ottawa. The free show has been open to the public by donation since it was created 25 years ago. Knowing that tickets to the show would go quickly, Mel monitor...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 5th, 2024
Today, Ottawa-based Nashville recording artist (and my childhood friend) Arlene Queen released her single "Wonder Woman." It's an uplifting song, with powerful messages, powerful vocals and powerful music. Arlene recorded this celebration of resilience...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 4th, 2024
It's been more than a decade since I did any international travel. Not surprisingly, therefore, I've had some anxieties about my upcoming trip to Wrexham, Wales. Not only will this be my first trip abroad in many years, but it will also be my first suc...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 3rd, 2024
Today, I got my monthly blood work done at The Ottawa Hospital. My CA125—a measure of the cancer antigen in my blood—was 8, continuing a streak of 3 years and 10 months that my CA125 has been normal (i.e., below 35).
Also today, I contacted the Geneti...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 2nd, 2024
All signs continue to point toward a successful recovery from breast reconstruction surgery. My energy levels were higher today than they've been since the surgery: I went for a walk with my husband, drove myself to an appointment to get my hair cut, s...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on October 2nd, 2024
Today, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, I visited one of the most beautiful and peaceful settings within the city: the Bruce Pit off-leash dog park. Though I no longer have a dog (RIP Freddie), I still love to walk amo...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on September 30th, 2024
Sleep is one of the most important elements of recovery after any surgery, including breast surgery. Having experienced multiple breast surgeries in the past 14 months, I wanted to capture a few elements of my post-breast-surgery sleep routine. My stra...
Jennifer Hollington
Posted on September 29th, 2024
