It was a good and busy week leading up to this treatment. I dried some more apples, went to book group and support group, did some Christmas shopping, played 9 holes of golf (better than last time!), went on a date with Ken to see Miracle on 34th Street at BYU, and went visiting teaching. We also had a family lunch at the country club with our kids that are here in Utah. We look forward to that tradition every year! It's so fun to have adult time together. And then we came home to play with the grandkids. Instead of a baking day this year (I didn't quite have the energy to pull that one off) we all made cookies and candy to have a cookie exchange. We missed having everyone here to bake, but next year I will be back and ready to take that on again! We all came away with plates of goodies to take to people on our Christmas list. In fact, I took the last of our treats to share at the clinic today. I needed to get them out of the house so I would stop eating them!
I am grateful for the thoughtfulness of friends. These are some things that have shown up on our porch. I am excited to grow the Amaryllis. I have seen these, but never had one. I'll have to post a photos of it when it blooms. Thanks Sibyl!!
And I can't wait to try the jam from Anita. The ornaments are from Diane D who always thinks of me on my chemo days - you are wonderful Diane. The bread is from the Activity Day girls (ages 8-11) at church (I was a leader for them until this cancer slowed me down). They came caroling to my door not 15 minutes after I got home from the clinic. I am so glad I was here to listen to them sing! And they made the bread! Impressive, huh? I miss being with them. And then there is the friend that brought me some fresh juices to get through the next couple of days. She also brought chips and salsa - she knows us!! Thanks Krista.
Things I am thankful for:
- My white blood cell count actually went UP this time. Back into the normal range. Such good news.
- cute carolers who all gave me a big group hug.
- Ken giving me another priesthood blessing before going to chemo. It is so comforting.
- At this time of year I am especially grateful for the birth of our Savior and what his teachings and his sacrifice mean to me. I love Him. If you haven't seen this, you need to watch this beautiful nativity song video. Click here.
- All of you who send me such encouraging messages and keep me in your prayers. Thank you, thank you!
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