Today I got to put my “Mom hat” on. It felt good. Andrew was sick so the two of us spent the day under our blankets, watched “Finding Nemo” and played checkers. It was nice to be the caregiver instead of the care receiver for a change.
I believe that everything happens for a reason. Over the next year I’ll probably figure out what the purpose of this obstacle is for me. Maybe it means I’ll get involved in volunteer work with cancer patients. Maybe it means I’ll share my blog with others that come across the same obstacle, in hopes that it may comfort them to read someone else’s story. Part of me has thought of contacting my friends at the UWO Alumni Gazette to put the word out there that breast self exams can really save your life. And I know people know that but, maybe if they could put a story to it then maybe it would bring it all home. I saved my own life. It doesn’t get any better than that.
At this point you’ll have to excuse me while I get off the bus. I need a few days to stretch my legs. I suggest you do the same but don't forget to get back on because a long journey is just ahead.
Enjoy the view,
me
P.S. Where do I come up with this stuff? Maybe I should get a job writing cheesy greeting cards for Hallmark while I’m off work.
5 comments:
Dear Kim,
Yes it's time you get off the bus and take a break, as it takes alot of energy to keep the passengers informed. So Kim, take time to gather your thoughts for the next journey. Your family and friends await the arrival of the next bus to continue the journey with you, Kim, Steve and the boys.
Being a Tour escort (bus) I know what it is like to travel with and keep the passengers informed.
Today my friend Marlene and I were on a bus trip to Toronto to the "British Show" where we got to meet "Sunita" from "Coronation Street". Laurie Johnson was escorting a bus load. Laurie only found out Thursday of your breast cancer. She was shocked and asked me to let you know that you are in her thoughts and prayers. Laurie will connect with you on your blog site.
Keep Strong.
With Love,
Aunt Sharon & Peter
Bless you, Kim
I was glad to see that you are going to take a break. I was talking to your folks last night and it brought a tear to my eye to hear your Mom describe your beaming faces as you and Steve came -finally- through the door on Thursday with the good news. I understand that a roast beef dinner is "on order" for tonight. Enjoy and give our love to all!
Much love and we'll call Sunday.
Carolyn
Kim, Steve and boys:
We are delighted to hear the good news.
While this blog is such a good venue for communicating to all of us, you are still in our thoughts and prayers even if you park the bus for a while.
Take care of yourselves,
Love Barb and Chuck
Dear Kim
So glad to hear that all is well. Thank you for sharing your blog with us all. You truly are an inspiration to us all.
Take a break and enjoy your family.. you deserve it. Hope to see you at the day care soon. There are a lot of us who want to give you hugs.
(Our bus passes don't expire, see you soon)
Kim,
I read your Blog most everyday and it is so inspiring to me to see the courageous way you are dealing with this. You don't know me but I am a friend of your Aunt Gayle Peart's. We met when she lived in the States. Know that I will be praying for you.
Gloria
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