I was on such a high after the pink party, I felt unstoppable. This energy sure came in handy during the next three rounds of chemo as things started to go down hill. I say that I danced with the devil during these treatments and that jerk was

The most epic plastic surgeon approved Christmas gift!

Dec 28th, 2020 17m 29s

18 months ago I had a bilateral mastectomy with reconstructive surgery. This surgery left me missing a body part that I was pretty sad to lose but have learned to live without. This Christmas, my husband gave me the gift of getting this body pa

I put our family on lockdown!

Dec 18th, 2020 9m 49s

Being a new survivor during a pandemic is not easy and the sacrifices my family are making are heroic. We are in this together and soon, it too shall pass!

The gratitude party that paid for my wig!

Dec 18th, 2020 23m 22s

I have planned and attended many events in my life, many were for charity. Never in my life did I think I would attend one that was planned for me!

Saying bye to my hair! Chemo round 2!

Nov 17th, 2020 21m 3s

It was the loss of my hair that really started to redefine who I was/who I am. Although it was one of the hardest things I have ever gone through, it taught me so many valuable lessons.

Let's talk about chemotherapy! Round one!

Nov 17th, 2020 20m

I was preparing for death and was so scared before my first round of chemotherapy. Listen to hear why you need to stay hydrated before chemo!

Don't plan too far ahead, it will bite you in the ass every time!

Nov 17th, 2020 16m 3s

It has been a minute since my last recording but I am back to tell you what has kept me so busy the last few weeks!

Back to school during Covid 19!

Sep 9th, 2020 17m 32s

All the feelings were felt yesterday, all across our beautiful province of Nova Scotia as children headed back to school. As a new survivor I was apprehensive but confident with our schools plan. To be alive during these crazy times is a beauti

The Basics: Diagnoses and Treatment Plan Explained

Aug 25th, 2020 22m 12s

The chances of you or someone you know getting diagnosed with breast cancer is sadly pretty high. Knowledge is power, so have a listen and be more informed when you hear the terminology. As the podcasts continue, I will be sure to elaborate on

To show up or not to show up, that is the question.

Aug 19th, 2020 13m 48s

The answer is, just show up! In this episode, I will share how last week I showed up for my husband & our friends to say good bye to their 20 year old son. It was one of the hardest things that I have ever done and I am so proud that I just sh

Perspective: It's a game changer

Aug 5th, 2020 2m 34s

How many people have said thank you to their cancer? Probably not many. I have learned & gained so much throughout this journey, it's hard to focus on anything other than gratitude at this point. Not everyone feels the same and I respect that,

The waiting game: From lump detection to diagnoses

Aug 5th, 2020 28m 18s

Almost 90 days I waited to be told that I had breast cancer after I found the lump. 90 days of nausea, fear & insomnia. 90 days of crying each and every time I looked at my kids. Those 90 days almost killed me.

A quick follow up to the first episode. Thank you for the love & support!

Aug 1st, 2020 6m 51s

A quick thank you to my friends and family. You are so important to me and a huge part of my journey. No warrior stands alone and I am so very grateful you are still here standing with me. I see you, I hear you and I love you!

The beginning of Pink Sister Proud

Jul 29th, 2020 11m 37s

My name is Shannon & I am a bad ass breast cancer warrior. Join me as I relive the journey and share some of the most amazing lessons I learned and feel compelled to share!

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