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Really, it’s a gift. It leaves you more energy to be there for the real ones. And I’m blessed with plenty of those. Let’s get to healing, then! #postcancerlife #cancer #breastcancer #chemotherapy #healingfromcancer

It’s going to be a long time before I feel like myself again. #cancersurvivor #cancer #breastcancerawareness

On the mend and can’t WAIT to start creating again. First, we gotta get this shop open. It’s gonna be so good, friends!! #silversmith #jewelrymaking #cancersurvivor #metalsmith #smallbusiness

Because days like today are part of it. And on days like today I don’t feel “strong” or “brave”. But the good thing about days is that tomorrow I get a new one. Even though I’m not feeling my best, I’m grateful for every day, tough ones included. #breastcancer #cancer #chemo

It’s warming up! Our new location will be open soon and a custom hat is a NEED for this summer. #wheelingwv #centremarketwheeling #customhat #hatbar

It’s been a long 2 years. Literally putting one foot in front of the other, over and over, until it’s done. To my husband, who has shown up for me every single day, even in the midst of losing his Dad…I love you and I’ll never be able to repay you. To my friends, you encourage me and keep me fighting. Thank you. If you’d like to donate to GFM to help fill in the gaps as I finish chemo, link is in bio. Thank you so very much. I’ll be back to creating soon! #metalsmith #silversmith #jewelrymaking #permanentjewelry #wheelingwv #ohiovalley

On the tough days, I do get sad. But mostly, I’m just grateful. Grateful for science, grateful for my faith, grateful for my friends and family, grateful for another day. It’s almost impossible to find things to complain about if I focus on all I have to be thankful for. And I have a LOT to be thankful for. #gratitude #chemo #cancer #breastcancer

#breastcancer #chemo #survivor #doublemastectomy

Watch ‘til the end to see my FAVES! Hat Bar is officially open with simplified package prices. Absolute must have for summer. See you soon! #hatbar #wheelingwv #centremarket #boutique

Surprise! We are OPEN! We’ll be here until 5 pm today (6/20) and 11-2 tomorrow. Can’t wait to see you! #wheelingwv #boutique #centremarket

It’s almost time & I can hardly believe it. The patience I HAVE PATIENCED! See you all VERY soon 💗 #wheelingwv #permanentjewelry #boutique #smallbusiness #centremarket

If I ever cross your mind…

Today is National Cancer Survivors Day, so I celebrated by playing dress up in some of the new clothes that are ready for opening day (TBA), haircut by my med oncologist. 😬 One becomes a survivor on the day they are diagnosed. Wherever you are on the path, I’m sending all my strength + healing & thriving vibes. Keep your chin up. I love you! #wheelingwv #boutique #cancersurvivor #breastcancer #smallbusiness

We like it when it’s made with hands. #handmadejewelry #silversmithing #customjewelry #metalsmith #gemstonejewelry