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Of a Woman: The Journey to Becoming is available now!

Shannon DalPozzal
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    La Dolce Vita Isn’t About Luxury

    What a Month in Italy Taught Me About Time, Presence, and the Sweetness of Ordinary Moments When most people think…

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  • When the Bell Rings Close to Home

    When the Bell Rings Close to Home

    A reflection on Maine, the fire service, volunteer responders, the Red Cross, and how we can support those who answer…

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    From Attendee to Speaker: A Full Circle Moment with IFWTWA

    There are certain organizations that feel like a natural fit from the very beginning, and for me, the International Food Wine…

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Books

Travel guides, How To Books, and the story of her personal struggle as a brain tumor survivor, Shannon has numerous books available and a few more surprising titles on the way.

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curated RESOURCES

Resources to
help you find purpose

Shannon has put together a collection of resources to help guide you in your own personal growth journey.

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Events

With a writing career that has spanned decades, Shannon has presented at numerous conferences, made appearances on National Television, and has hosted gatherings of like minded individuals. Find out where you can meet Shannon and share your own story.

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“You can dance in a hurricane, only if you’re standing in the eye.” – Brandi Carlile

We go through various storms in our life and don’t realize how strong we are inside ourselves until that moment the wind and rain gives a brief moment of reprieve. That’s when we learn how to embrace every moment we’re still alive.

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Memoir: Of a Woman

Each of us has a story to tell. Sometimes more than one story. Of a Woman is a woman’s journey from brain tumor diagnosis, the worldwide quest to find a cure, and how to manage life in between.

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Book Club Bonus

Shannon’s journey through illness and personal growth invites readers to reflect on their own challenges, making the book relatable and inspiring. Book club members can explore questions about how adversity shapes identity, the ways we find strength in difficult times, and what it truly means to “become” oneself. 

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Started the week off Pouring on a dreary day. Back Started the week off Pouring on a dreary day. Back at the winery, catching up with some of my peeps. After a weird day, James and I found ourselves at Natalie’s in Camden for a Michelin experience. Always a fantastic meal. Closed out with a fireside toast with a friend. ❤️ #Maine
It’s been a looong day making our way to @thebeehi It’s been a looong day making our way to @thebeehivecottage 
✈️ MCO-BOS
🚎 BOS-Portland Transportation Center
🚕 to PWM to pick up Sanford & Son truck
🛻 PWM - Beehive Estate
🍸 Cocktail on the deck after doing a property check. 
Whew! Glad the temps are mild and there’s a nice ocean breeze because we don’t have A/C here! I think we deserve an early bedtime tonight.
As parents, we spend so many years hoping we’re ge As parents, we spend so many years hoping we’re getting it right.

Then one day, you look at your adult children and realize they have become thoughtful, capable, compassionate people with lives and dreams all their own.

I am incredibly proud of both of mine…not just for what they do, but for who they are. Their character, kindness, resilience, and hearts make me smile more than they will ever know.

Being their mother has been one of the greatest blessings and privileges of my life, and I will never stop cheering them on from wherever their journeys take them. ❤️
Last week we planned on being in Maine. However, t Last week we planned on being in Maine. However, that didn’t work out. So we did a bit of pivot with brainstorming and found daily direct flights from Orlando to Nassau @theislandsofthebahamas - we booked seats on the next departing flight and spent a couple of days with toes in the sand. Not a bad way to enjoy my morning coffee! #travelwriter #travel #bahamas
11 years ago I wasn’t sure if I would get another 11 years ago I wasn’t sure if I would get another sunrise, another sunset, another hug from my loved ones. Today I am THANKFUL and GRATEFUL to have 11 years of this 2nd Life. What a blessing!!!! 🥰
12 Years This embrace was captured right after we 12 Years
This embrace was captured right after we shared our vows under the Burnside Oak at @houmashouse - we stopped in  the Turtle Bar for a private moment as we were walking to sign our marriage license before our luncheon in the Carriage House. It was a beautiful and sunny day surrounded by close family. 

Happy Anniversary @dalpozzal ❤️🥂🍾
Planted an Oleander to remind me of Louisiana and Planted an Oleander to remind me of Louisiana and The Ville. #iykyk
Popped up to Maine to check on a few things. Coff Popped up to Maine to check on a few things. 
Coffee ✅
Bubbly ✅
Winery ✅
Lobster Roll ✅
Cottage ✅
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