Tuesday, January 11, 2011
This past weekend
The weekend before chemo I am at my physical best. Emotionally it is all about preparing for another round of nausea and intense lethargy. However, this past weekend I was able to sit on the couch most of Saturday and Sunday...which was a big deal. I even ran an errand to Walmart with my mother, I begrudgingly utilized the motorized cart. I hated every minute of that damn cart, I hated it because it was undeniable that I was the "sick" person. However, my overly optimistic mother refused to let me wallow in my pity party and reminded me that I was strong enough to get out of the house and even able to run an errand. She was right, I should be happy about that. My mom was such a good mom, and it was evident that she moved effortlessly in her mother role. She was able to cook, clean, and I even allowed her to boss me a bit. It was nice just to have her here. We were able to Skype my little sister and brother-in-law, who are in Germany, and they were able to marvel in my baldness. My amazing neighbors came over, and graciously offered to assist in any way. A couple of my girlfriends came by, and yes Carol was able to feed them...she was so happy she was beside herself! All in all, it was definitely a good weekend!
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What a great mom! So glad you were about to hit up Walmart and enjoy being out and about a bit, despite the cart. Glad they have motorized carts so you could go! When I was on bedrest I used one a few times so I could revel in Walmart's glory, and remember the bruise to the ego.
ReplyDeleteDon't define yourself as the "sick" person, though, my dear friend! This damn cancer is just a sliver of the pie right now, albeit it's a pretty bit slice., just as "survivor" will one day be part of the pie. There's so much more to you girl that makes you "you"!
Okay, stepping off my soapbox. Wish I could do something, anything, for you, but so so glad there are great folks surrounding you and serving you. And I'm glad to read that you're letting them.
Hope this week is going okay. Chemo was Monday, right?
It was great to spend some time with you, your mom and your friends! I hope things are going as well as possible this week, and we're here should you need us. Keep the smile on your face that you had Sunday, a positive attitude and right mindset goes a long way to helping the body do what it needs to in order to heal. We're always happy to stop by, so just let us know when you want some company!!
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