Tag Archives: Thank You

Party Time

Last weekend SW and I hosted a party.  Our house was filled with friends, family, tasty food, and wonderful conversation.  A lovely combination. It was a Thank You party for all the special people in our life who have helped us in … Continue reading

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It happens again…

People are coming out of the woodwork to take care of me and my amazing, primary caretaker/husband SW.  I can’t believe it!  The fridge is full of quality food, transportation schedules are drafted, and vases are full of beautiful blooms.  … Continue reading

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Stressmas

Yesterday SW and I met with a lawyer to develop a will.  It’s good to have a plan but a pain to get details down on paper.  I’m also going into this plan like I am going to be the … Continue reading

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Support IS Appreciated

Saturday SW and I went to my friends for an Open House Party.  To me this was a big deal. It was the first time I was going to a “Cancer Buddy’s” house to meet his “Well” friends and family. … Continue reading

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Work Around the House

Over the last year plus countless friends from all parts of my life have come over to help with house and yard work.  Often after they left I would cry.  I was brought to tears because 1.) I was shocked … Continue reading

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Support…we all need it!

I am fortunate.  NOT because I have lung cancer.  I am fortunate because I have an amazing support system. How this came to be, I’m not entirely sure.   I think it has something to do with me and the people … Continue reading

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It was my birthday

I got one year older over the weekend. My body feels more than a year older than it was last year at this time. I attribute it all to the cancer. I’ve had such big things happen over the last 10 … Continue reading

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Winter has Arrived

Winter is finally here in Portland.  We’ve had wet weather for a week straight with no signs of it stopping.  It’s a great time to find a book to read.  The other day I ordered a handful of books by … Continue reading

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Another Week Passes

Today is a good day. A few days ago I decided that I am going to be happy despite the gloomy situation I find myself in. I know I’m not going to be happy all the time and I can … Continue reading

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Thank you COP

Last Saturday SW and I had a fabulous day out in Portland. We were given tickets to Santaland Diaries, a play put on by Portland Center Stage. Once again the generous gift was from my coworkers. (Aren’t they just fabulous … Continue reading

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