I’ve been examining a lot of my thoughts and behaviors lately, inspired by books and podcasts I’ve spent time consuming. The biggest question that I’ve come up with is: who made this rule for you? Why do you follow it? Gosh. What a big question. And the answer is equally big: I don’t know, it’s just something I thought adults did. I just thought that adults meal planned. I assumed adults didn’t rest unless everything on their to do list was done. I grew up seeing homes that looked a certain way, and though that’s not something I care about particularly, it’s what I did.
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It’s time to get the crew together – not only to celebrate The Power of Friendship™ but to show your stuff at Palentine’s Day Trivia!
We’ll be having a two-hour virtual trivia night in our brand-new Cactus HQ, complete with virtual pizza and drinks and mini-games. You can come with a pre-formed group, or show up solo and we’ll assign you to a team of friends you just haven’t met yet.
Continue readingChristina’s Corner: January 20, 2023
Is it February yet? My two least favorite months, in order, are 1. April and 2. The second half of January. Maybe it’s the rain talking for me, or the fact that I don’t want to take down my Christmas tree because I’m feeling especially cottage core at the moment, but I’m feeling lost in time. Never fear: I found a few ways this week to mark, nay, enjoy the passage of time.
Continue readingCome Explore Cactus HQ!
As we enter 2023, we have new (digital) digs! Cactus Cancer Society programs are transitioning to new online space, Cactus HQ! We are so excited to welcome you into our brand-new space and know you’ll love it as much as we do.
Continue readingChristina’s Corner: January 13, 2023
It’s a long weekend for many here in the United States. Whether that means that you have off from work, or simply don’t get the mail delivered that day, I encourage you to think about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King’s words are just as relevant now as they were then, because the same injustices run rampant in our society in 2023 as they did in the 1960s.
Continue readingChristina’s Corner: January 6, 2023
Happy New Year, my beautiful friends. You made it; it’s 2023. You may be feeling more “new year, new deductible” than everyone’s favorite “new year, new me.” Fear not, I am not here to encourage you to be someone new. You’re already great! Instead, I have suggestions for easy pasta upgrades, a great movie that’s now streaming, and attainable goals.
Continue readingChristina’s Corner: December 23, 2022
Christmas gets a lot of attention this time of year, in all its commercial glory. Loving Christmas isn’t a bad thing, but there are so many other celebrations this time of year that deserve observation and celebration. Sunday started the first night of Hannukah, and while it’s a relatively minor holiday in terms of theology, it’s one that I loved celebrating as a kid. Whether you are religious or not, I hope these suggestions remind you to embrace the small pleasures of the season: secular, religious, and cultural.
Continue readingSurvey Says…
Did you watch re-runs of Family Feud when you were a kid, or do you watch the series with Steve Harvey now? There’s the moment where they turn to the board and say, “survey says…!” We’re almost at that time when we find out what our survey said, but we want to make sure we have everyone’s opinion in the mix!
Continue readingChristina’s Corner: December 16, 2022
Next week is the Winter Solstice, and I can feel it. It will be the longest night of the year. I’m always encouraged by the idea that after that, the nights will be shorter and the daylight hours will get longer. I’m thinking a lot about the things that bring me comfort during long nights – and between some delicious snacks, a score from my childhood memories, and some creativity, I’ve got some suggestions to share.
Continue readingBy Popular Demand: Holiday Merch is Here!
Just in time for the holidays: limited edition Cactus Cancer Society festive merch! Whether you’re looking for a fun twist on the Christmas Tree on the car trend, or if you want to bring up the most hotly debated holiday beverage, we’ve got you covered.
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