A woman's risk of breast cancer approximately doubles if she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. About 15% of women who get breast cancer have a family member diagnosed with it. Born in Georgia in the 1920s, a courageous woman named Rosalind moved to Chicago in hopes… Continue reading Kermit Says: Think Pink and Fight!
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Dear Kermit: Nervous in New Hampshire
Dear Kermit, Midterm grades are coming out soon and, if I’m finally being honest with myself, I haven’t done well at all. In fact, that’s pretty much an understatement. This is my first semester at a very intense school, and the level of work and effort required of us has been really difficult, way harder… Continue reading Dear Kermit: Nervous in New Hampshire
Kermit Says: Find the Good in Goodbye
“My boyfriend cheated on me.” “My girlfriend is embarrassed to be seen with me.” “He said he’d hook up with her when he’s done with me.” “He got really angry.” “But I still love her.” In 72 hours, at least five students have shared less than stellar truths about their relationships. And while their overall… Continue reading Kermit Says: Find the Good in Goodbye
Kermit Says: Be Balanced
Red, puffy eyes. Uncontrollable yawns. Broken alarm clocks. Sound familiar? It certainly does to me! We’re approaching the end of our first month of the school year, and I don’t know about you, but students (and faculty) are already pooped! #tgif In just a few short weeks, I’ve heard a number of moans, groans, and… Continue reading Kermit Says: Be Balanced
Dear Kermit: Conflicted in Connecticut
Dear Kermit, It's a classic conflict. You find yourself in a place you love; a place that has embraced you and made you feel at home. The people you have met quickly found places in your heart and become family. This place is truly special and you know it, and you could stay in this… Continue reading Dear Kermit: Conflicted in Connecticut
Kermit Says: Nobody’s Perfect…And That’s Okay (Trigger Warning)
Growing up, I often felt as though my knees were buckling under immense amounts of pressure. I’m not saying I didn’t have an amazing life filled with some pretty amazing people, but there were times when the need to be perfect outweighed everything. When required perfection controlled every movement, every thought, and every situation, the… Continue reading Kermit Says: Nobody’s Perfect…And That’s Okay (Trigger Warning)
Dear Kermit: Chunky in Chicago
Dear Kermit, I am f-a-t. Fat. Hefty. Big boned. Chunky. You know that Eddie Murphy movie with the Klumps? Well I’m pretty sure he wrote that about me. I’ve tried everything to lose weight, but nothing works. I’m usually okay with my body, except for when summer rolls around. I’m so self-conscious that I’d rather… Continue reading Dear Kermit: Chunky in Chicago
Kermit Says: Be Right Back!
I'm taking a bit of a hiatus to enjoy the summer, and plan to post periodically. Regularly scheduled once-a-week posts will resume in August. Until then, feel free to comment or send requests to contactkermitsays@gmail.com, and I'll respond as soon as possible. Be well!
Kermit Says: Live
I recently had the pleasure of serving as the dorm head for a high school reunion for the class of 1954. Upon hearing that this particular class would be celebrating their 60th high school reunion (*applause*), I just knew this would be a piece of cake because they’d be quiet, neat, and in bed by… Continue reading Kermit Says: Live
Kermit Says: Rise
You may write me down in history with your bitter, twisted lies. You may trod me in the very dirt, but still, like dust, I’ll rise. Does my sassiness upset you? Why are you beset with gloom? ‘Cause I walk like I’ve got oil wells pumping in my living room. Just like moons and like… Continue reading Kermit Says: Rise
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