Be Thankful
Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire,
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know something
For it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations
Because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge
Because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes
They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you're tired and weary
Because it means you've made a difference.
It is easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are
also thankful for the setbacks.
GRATITUDE can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles
and they can become your blessings.
~ Author Unknown ~
I have had a tough couple of weeks following the end of radiation. When they perform breast cancer surgery, they do a sentinel node biopsy which removes lymph nodes from under your arm to make sure the cancer has not spread to your lymph system. The first time I had BC, I had two lymph nodes removed.....this time I had eight removed. What a difference! I have had so much pain as my lymph system readjusts and the excess fluid goes away. To know how it feels, put a hard baseball under your arm and try to sleep with it there. Ouch! The past two days have been much better, so I am hoping this is it.
I probably won't do anymore cancer updating because I really want to get back to whatever my new normal is going to be, and take the focus off of my cancer. Don't get me wrong.....it will be with me every minute of every day, but I am tired of giving "It" more power in my life than it deserves. Life has to be more about living rather than focusing on "what ifs".
From the bottom of my heart, and I mean this ever so sincerely, thanks for the support and compassion many of you have shown me over the past few months. You may think it was insignificant to write a few words of encouragement here or to send a card or email, but it is big in the life of someone whose world becomes increasingly small when faced with illness. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Okay......I will be back in a few days with some actual cards and stuff. I have a DT assignment to finish and an SBS group swap to accomplish. It is my small attempt to get back to that "normal" I was talking about. This is coming from a slightly abnormal person, so we'll see how that goes.
Welcome back and look forward to your "normal" very creative self....
Posted by: Harriet Hensley | July 16, 2009 at 04:09 PM
Wendy I am pleased that things are improving and it certainly sounds like you are moving onward. I am looking forward to seeing some cards etc!
Posted by: Louise | July 17, 2009 at 06:13 PM
Wendy,
Thanks for sharing such a beautiful saying. I am glad you are starting to feel better and are looking forward to better times. We can't wait to see your beautiful work again.
Traci
SBS 26
Posted by: Traci | July 19, 2009 at 07:25 PM
What a great sentiment, and yeah I know how you feel I had 8 removed as well when I had BC, but life does move on, and your making positive steps to the new normal, whatever that might be for you. Good luck with everything from here on in.
Hugs Cindy
SBS 26
Posted by: Cindy van Oorschot | July 21, 2009 at 05:47 PM
Hi Wendy, I often think about you and send you positive vibes, Keep getting stronger and stronger.
Hugs
Lizzy
xxxxxx
SBS9
Posted by: lyzzydee | July 26, 2009 at 04:47 PM