Like many survivors of cancer, Eileen Fuentes, an HR administrator in the Department of Medicine’s cardiology division, was physically and emotionally drained after multiple surgeries and months of chemotherapy. She needed guidance to rebuild her life, and was referred…
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BY Eileen Z. Fuentes (@TheSpeachGal) So this past weekend, I flew south for the winter from our neck of the woods to the hot and sunny Miami Beach, Florida. The temperature ranged from the upper 70’s to the low…
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BY Eileen Z. Fuentes (@theSPEACHgal) Do you know what is the #1 missing item on the American plate? Would you like to eat healthy but say you can’t because it is too expensive? Do you believe eating healthy takes…
BY Eileen Z. Fuentes This season I’ve made a conscious decision to focus my efforts on experiences instead of expenses. Because, honestly I just rather spend quality time with my family and friends. Sure, I know what everyone is…
BY Eileen Z. Fuentes Many people have asked me “what are YOU eating for Thanksgiving”? I get jokes all the time about tofurky, mushy greens, bland desserts, and zero alcohol. Unexpectedly, the truth is that I will be enjoying…
BY Eileen Z. Fuentes (@theSPEACHgal) Photography by Paul Lomax (@PaulLomaxPhoto) Did you ever feel that the person who is overseeing your health didn’t even look at you in the eyes? Or better yet, did you ever feel empowered knowing…
BY Eileen Z. Fuentes I was reminded that fall had made its prompt arrival when I stepped outside this week and had to turn back in to get my jacket. The air has now become crisp and the leaves…
BY Eileen Z. Fuentes October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Television shows, magazines, and products are all proudly bearing pink ribbons. Even the George Washington Bridge is being adorned with glowing pink lights this month to raise awareness. People…
BY Eileen Z. Fuentes My 85-year-old grandfather, who we call Papá, arrived yesterday from the Dominican Republic. We had a nice traditional meal consisting of fish, rice, beans, and an avocado, tomato and watercress salad. After dinner I thought…