MOTHER'S MILK "I created Mother's Milk as an examination of how we see our mother's body. Most are uncomfortable or even disgusted by the thought, but when I look at my mother I see evidence of her sacrifice: all the scars that she earned to get me to the place I am today. Our society … Continue reading Mother’s Milk
Tag: survivorship
Why Not Now?
(This is the text from a speech I gave for the opening ceremonies of the Monroe/Sky Valley, Washington Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society on June 2, 2012 and, by request, in a slightly altered form at the Arlington, Washington Relay on June 23) Welcome to Relay! My name is Robyn Lynn … Continue reading Why Not Now?
Namaste Revisited
I forget I have only one boob. At least once every day - even though it has been years since it was carved off to save my life - I forget and have to go through the mental rearrangement to accept the unacceptable. Like popping a lemon drop candy in your mouth only to find … Continue reading Namaste Revisited
Be The Change Part 1: Waving Pink Ribbons
This is how we change the world. Change happens through small events -each of us doing what we can – large or small. Ghandi said “Be the change you want to see in the world” . Change, revolution, healing, and a cure start with each of us.