In the midst of suffering, grief, and illness it can be hard to find something to be grateful for. Teresa Janzen interviews author and cancer survivor Joanie Shawhan who shares her journey with gratitude in all circumstances.

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Guest Bio:
Joanie Shawhan is an ovarian cancer survivor and a registered nurse. She writes encouraging articles for women undergoing chemotherapy and is available for speaking engagements. Publishing credits include Coping with Cancer magazine, God Still Meets Needs and The Upper Room.

For three years, Joanie trained under many publishing industry professionals at the Quad-Cities Christian Writers Conference and Write-to-Publish. She is a member of WordGirls and Friends of the Pen.

She speaks to medical students about ovarian cancer in the Survivors Teaching Students program sponsored by the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance. She is a member of her local ovarian cancer group, The Fried Eggs—Sunny-Side Up. When not writing or attending her book clubs, Joanie enjoys designing jewelry, knitting, and playing guitar.

Resources:
Joanie Shawhan
The Fried Eggs Sunny-Side Up
In Her Shoes: dancing in the shadow of cancer 

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