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Writing a Resume?
By, Crystal S. Amon For many people the task of writing a resume is daunting. It takes them hours to write, and often in the end it still doesn’t look quite right. But that’s because they don’t know how to do it correctly. Writing a resume is easy with this handy guide on how to…
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The Past Does Not Define You
Written By, Crystal S. Kauffman Lifestyle changes are hard and painful at first, but soon you will become stronger with each step you take. You are walking a new journey that will require you to push yourself beyond your personal comfort zone. Embrace the strength that you will unleash with each new step you face,…
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Control Your Own Life
By, Crystal S. Kauffman During recovery or even in everyday life, you are going to learn quickly that you will only able to control your own situations and circumstances. Honestly, you cannot control the way anyone else chooses to treat you. You can choose to stay away from any person, who hurts you and does…
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Be True To Yourself!
By, Crystal S Kauffman Never allow someone to tear you down or talk down to you, due to the mistakes you have made in the past or even recently. If you have tried to make amends, then you have done your part and you must let the situation go. Nothing you will do can change…
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Don’t Ring That Bell
My Uncle once told me that, “Sometimes our words ring a bell when we speak them out loud!” An unbearable amount of pain can come from someone words, especially when they can literally cut a person’s heart to pieces. Sometimes, people are dealing with things that you may not know about, so be kind when…
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Today is Year 18!!!
Today, makes 18 years since I survived cancer and I celebrate each year because I know personally that if the experimental treatment failed. Honestly, I would not be here to type this blog tonight and I would not be living with a ton of survivor’s guilt. Almost my entire family was killed by some form…
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When Life Rains on You, Find the Rainbow
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Sometimes, life can seem like it does nothing but rain on you, whether it is your finances or your health. It will seem like a damn hurricane is brewing and your holding on for dear life. However, look past the blinding rain and you will see a beautiful rainbow forming in…
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Stop Worrying and Count Each Blessing
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Are you constantly worrying about everything so much that you are now dealing with anxiety, which has required medications to stay calm? Does the medication make you feel off your game, which makes you doubt yourself in your career? It is easy for others to say stop worrying, because they are…
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The Final Choice Is Yours
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Are you struggling with thoughts of using drugs, while you are in recovery? Do you really believe that you can do it one and lay it down again? Did you know can be clean for several years and still struggle with thoughts of using the drug of your choice? Honestly, as a recovering addict you cannot just walk away after using…
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No Matter What…Love Yourself!
So many times, people call you selfish or greedy when you try to look out for yourself. However, the first step to loving yourself is finally learning to think about yourself and your needs above all others. Anyone who is above the age of eighteen can look out for themselves. Everybody wants something from you…
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My First Kiss

By, Crystal S.Kauffman, Staff Writer Tonight I am in exotic bliss, Since, I experienced my first kiss. As you walked me to my door, My lips begged for more. As I say good night and climb in bed, A full moon is shining overhead. My heart is dancing with delight, This will be a memorable…
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Mesothelioma Awareness and A Story of Survival

By, Crystal S Kauffman, Staff Writer/Heather Von St. James-Guest Blogger/Collaboration Patients and doctors want to raise awareness for cancer that is caused by asbestos, which was used in factory and other places people worked at for many years of their love. So, Mesothelioma Awareness Day was created and was celebrated on Sept. 26th, 2015. Survivors…



