Sunday ramblings

Unfortunately I have had some fluid buildup on my right side, since having that last drain removed. Apparently this is normal and I've just been told to "watch it" and let them know if it becomes quite uncomfortable. So far it is not. It may absorb back into my system, or they may need to aspirate it with a needle. Obviously I'm hoping I don't need to go in and have that done! I have a follow-up appointment with my surgeon on Wednesday; so hopefully it won't bother me much (or will even go away?) before then.

I have an appointment on July 6th to have my port put in. Once that site heals, we can start the chemo treatments.

Yesterday I met some girlfriends for lunch in French Lick, Indiana (I know, long ways for a lunch date!) but it was great fun, and we walked through a street festival while there. One of the booths had cute little hand knit caps and I bought this funky green one "just in case" I need it in the months to come. One of the gals gave me a pretty scarf as well - very cute and thoughtful of her - thank you Stephanie!

It was a good week. I hear from Brittany a couple of times each day. She is very much enjoying her time with Mallory in Kansas City! She is loving the baby (Sophie) that she is nanny for - and absolutely loved going to church the past two evenings! Their church streams live on the web sometimes and I've been able to watch & see Britt crying / smiling and praising :) It does a mama's heart good to see her girl grow closer to God!

I had coffee with a couple of girlfriends on Thursday (thanks Lisa & Marca!) we managed a sugar high with lemon bars and caramel cake! But had a great time catching up and visiting with one another. And I also did some scrapbooking this week. I've started to scrap this journey I'm on . . . it'll be therapeutic I think, and a great way to look back on this time in my life.

Monday and Tuesday this week I will be hanging out with my friends pre-teen daughter. Her usual sitter is on vacation & since my only restrictions are lifting ..... she offered me the opportunity to make a little money. My heart is heavy as I contemplate my ability to continue watching the (1 year old) twin girls as I go through chemo. Best case scenario I will be fatigued. I've just been so healthy all my life, I have a hard time imagining that I may not continue to be strong as I go through this. I need to be responsible and realistic though . . . . so have a lot to think about . . . .