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Last year, I was offered a job even after disclosing a stage IV cancer diagnosis. Highlighting the very best of workplace acceptance and culture. But today, my husband unexpectedly had a job offer rescinded after letting the company know he may need 2 days off, a month after starting to help me recover from a possible minor surgery. We’re both software engineers and both companies are in the healthcare space. The response he received highlights the discrimination that not only many patients face but also their caregivers. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t disheartened and frustrated by their response. When faced with the choice, be company A not company B. We’ve faced bigger hurdles and come out on top, so on we go. In other news, if anyone is looking to hire a talented software engineer w/experience in healthcare. I know a guy 😉 Here’s a photo of us on my birthday this year. We celebrated with a hackathon building tools/apps for cancer patients. Yes, that was my actual birthday request. Things get real nerdy around here.

Most people with suicidal thoughts do not want death; they want the #pain to stop. The impulse to end it all, however overpowering, does not last forever. Support someone who is struggling rather than turning away from them. There is help, hope & recovery. ow.ly/YoWy30pP7Mc

These three models (MDs!) stole the show! Since Martha Jones’🥰

Another beautiful day/tribute to mental health awareness in honor of Isabelle! You are important. You’re not alone! @IAMSTRONG_ foundation, you’re amazing!

Join us at the Sr Center is Westwood for a chance to beat the crowds! Check in today till 4 #FinishStrong

We are very grateful to have Lieutenant Betz join is for our IAM Strong 5k on May 5th. Thank you for sharing your story!

@carlwbz Thank you for using your voice and sharing your story. You are helping many people realize that they are not alone. #silenceisnotanoption #iamstrongfoundation

Chelsea Police Lieutenant David Betz is among those lobbying at the statehouse for more money for #SuicidePrevention : "I was as close to my son as any father could have possibly been." #wbz #mapoli soundcloud.com/user-647773169…

WHS Girls Hockey had a big win over Algonquin Saturday night. Check out the game on our YouTube now! @WHSgirlshockey @WHSAthletics1 Girls play again tonight in the Semi-Final game against Notre Dame Academy at 8pm at Warrior Ice Arena! youtu.be/dAJb_fHFQyw

Come see this great team compete and support IAM Strong! We 🧡WW Girls Hockey!! twitter.com/whsgirlshockey…

We’ve had a few really cold days but the ice around town is not safe! The only safe ice is at a skating rink. @WestwoodPress @WestwoodPatch @TownofWestwood @WestwoodHS @westwood_ps @WestwoodPD @Fox25N

Come out and cheer on Westwood’s boys varsity soccer tomorrow (Saturday) at 3 pm at Whitman Hanson Regional High school as they take on Walpole in the semi-finals. #gowolverines

#youarenotalone twitter.com/NAMICommunicat…

Congratulations Nora Sinno; the 2018 elected class president!!! So happy for you... all smiles!

@Mommajaayyy @DannyHorgan @LynchieWCVB Thank you so much for your support of the IAM Strong Foundation! It is with all of your support that together we will shatter the stigma surrounding teen mental health issues so every teen will know #silenceisnotanoption #youarenotalone #youmatter #IAMStrong

@NCDS1880 Thank you so much for your support and for joining us in the fight to break the silence surrounding teenage metal health issues! ❤️

The Class of 2019 hosted a bake sale for the @IAMSTRONG_ , an organization working towards removing judgment and shame from teenagers’ mental health struggles. Girls were also asked to write notes of encouragement. #NCDS #iamstrong #iamstrongfoundation #fundraiser

IAM Strong Foundation announces grant cycle ow.ly/NgOy30j8YvC ow.ly/NgOy30j8YvC

A successful night for girls puck, raising money for a great cause, a 5-2 win over Dedham and becoming the undefeated champs of the TVL! So proud of the girls accomplishments on and off the ice! 💚🥅🏒

@WHSgirlshockey We will see you there! Go Westwood!!