Pack Mentality

A simple sleep over has turned into a living lab to study the dynamics of the pack mentality. The bond of friendship cannot last with multiple subjects simultaneously for more than 10 minutes. At the 10 minute mark the bond between one or more of the subjects is strengthened by some catalyst using an activity involving video gaming. As a result the other bonds between subjects weaken due to lack of energy to sustain all bonds equally. This unstable force can lead to explosions of yelling and crying as the weaker bonds try to regain momentum in the pack. As a pack leader emerges he attempts to get all subjects to go in his direction. Stubborn subjects will be rejected from the pack. The mother and father subjects act as a magnetic force field gently guiding the pack back to stability by using their positive and negative forces to regain a  neutral state. This has been coined the " Good Cop - Bad Cop" phenomenon. We will continue to observe the volatile subjects and report our findings.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Did you know that September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month? Everyone is familiar with the pink ribbon but we need the same awareness for the teal ribbon. Ovarian Cancer is often called the silent killer because it is difficult to detect and many women don't get checked out until too late. This year over 15,000 women in the Unites States will die from ovarian cancer. There are many events organized throughout the year to increase Breast Cancer Awareness. I am chairing the Race for the Cure event for my company this year. It is my hope to raise the same public awareness for Ovarian Cancer. I will keep you up to date on ideas and ask for your support.  I would like to use my mom's love for the Arts as the catalyst  for this project. Please let me know if you would like to get involved.

Wear Your Teal! It's a Big Deal!

KNOW THE SIGNS
Symptoms are often misdiagnosed and could be anything from bloating to abdominal discomfort. Please don't wait and continue to ask questions.
Ovarian Cancer Signs and Symptoms Ovarian cancer symptoms are often subtle and difficult to diagnose. Research suggests there are four symptoms that may be associated with ovarian cancer:

• Bloating
• Pelvic or Abdominal pain
• Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly
• Urinary urgency or frequency

Other symptoms may include:

• Nausea, indigestion, gas, constipation or diarrhea
• Extreme fatigue
• Shortness of breath
• Backaches

Talk to your doctor if symptoms last more than 2-3 weeks. You are your best advocate.

Mid Life Crisis

It's been quite some time since my last post. It's suffice to say life just gets in the way sometimes.
I have 6 months left in my 30s. I'm beginning to think that a mid life crisis in not actually a bad thing. I think it is more like an adrenaline shot to start living life to its fullest.
I am now a brunette, I am going to Metallica in two weeks, I had a jello shot while camping on the river, I am cruising to the Bahamas in November and taking pilates twice a week. I will let you know if blonde's have more fun and make a hair color choice based on this intensive study of social behavior. I've been looking for a name for my brunette alter ego. Any ideas? I don't want to become characature of my previous self, but what's wrong with a little fun.
A tattoo is something that many people break down and get in their mid life crisis. I, however, was properly brain washed as a child-not to mention may healthy fear of needles. A tattoo is kind of like marketing- a brand for your life. So I am working on a Logo and tag line for my life. I'll let you know when the finished product makes it out of production.