Cruising on my Happy Ship

Today I woke up in the loving arms of my husband Peter, for which I cannot express my level of gratitude. He continues to be wonderfully supportive as I go through all of the ups and downs that are involved in my treatment cycles. I am amazed at how well he anticipates when I need just a little more attention or a kind gesture, and provides more than I could ask. Thank you honey !
Today I have another treatment that I have for some reason been sort extra anxious about. So as I wait for them to call me I started to wonder- Why can't I sleep late, even on days off (groan)? My mind starts at about 5:30 every day, and though usually it is filled with organizing my day, mentally selecting my attire, etc., lately it seems to have been geared towards woe -is me-like thoughts- oh I'm Not listening to that in my head! Instead, I get up and take the dog out and greet the day ! Much better! Funny how the morning light can give one a fresh perspective on the day, and I'm learning that a bit of exercise ( thank you Rex) can shift my mood into one of enthusiasm and a can-do attitude!
I talked with a super sweet lady in the waiting room, just now. I struck up a conversation with her after complimenting her on the vibrancy of her tank top.  I'm in the oncology department so we all have that in common here. She had such a warmth to her and turned out our parents were similar ages, shared some "stuff" about our types and stages and give each other a bit of umpfh to make it through our treatments!  How rewarding to remember to share a kind word or two with someone else. How nice to make a new friend who is in the same boat- and this ain't no cruise ship! And yet, like when we travel we meet people and carry on sometimes meaningful conversations, it is a bit like a cruise ship. I wait to board the ship, am greeted by wonderfully enthusiastic people, am offered a selection of amenities to make my stay pleasant, "fed" more than I care to consume, and sent home with a few trinkets, and some memories! Oh I'm gonna do a selfie! Cause we gotta!

Whew, High on life now that I've written to all of you! Thanks for stopping by to listen, and Next time you are feeling anxious or a little down, I hope you hop on board my happy ship, and gain a new perspective for the day!

Whew, High on life now that I've written to all of you! Thanks for stopping by to listen, and Next time you are feeling anxious or a little down, I hope you hop on board my happy ship, and gain a new perspective for the day!)? My mind starts at about 5:30 every day, and though usually it is filled with organizing my day, mentally selecting my attire, etc., lately it seems to have been geared towards woe -is me-like thoughts- oh I'm Not listening to that in my head! Instead, I get up and take the dog out and greet the day ! Much better! Funny how the morning light can give one a fresh perspective on the day, and I'm learning that a bit of exercise ( thank you Rex) can shift my mood into one of enthusiasm and a can-do attitude!
I talked with a super sweet lady in the waiting room, just now. I struck up a conversation with her after complimenting her on the vibrancy of her tank top.  I'm in the oncology department so we all have that in common here. She had such a warmth to her and turned out our parents were similar ages, shared some "stuff" about our types and stages and have each other a bit of umpfh to make it through our treatments!  How rewarding to remember to share a kind word or two with someone else. How nice to make a new friend who is in the same boat- and this ain't no cruise ship! And yet, like when we travel we meet people and carry on sometimes meaningful conversations, it is a bit like a cruise ship. I wait to board the ship, am greeted by wonderfully enthusiastic people, am offered a selection of amenities to make my stay pleasant, "fed" more than I care to consume, and sent home with a few trinkets, and some memories! Oh I'm gonna do a selfie! Cause we gotta!

Whew, High on life now that I've written to all of you! Thanks for stopping by to listen, and Next time you are feeling anxious or a little down, I hope you hop on board my happy ship, and gain a new perspective for the day!