Monday, April 11, 2016

A Few Blessings

I've heard of people telling that cancer was a blessing in their lives..... After my first bout I really couldn't think of how it blessed me. I was just so thankful that I got through it and I was ready to get on with my life!
And then what? Two years later it's back. *sigh* *tears* *unbelief* Well, here I go again. 
 I can see blessings now.....
My son calls me every week and visits too. Previously we barely said 2 words to each other. He and Kevin are talking, whereas before it was a cold war. 
My daughter texts me nearly every day. They are visiting more often too. My oldest children have busy, teen age children, so it is not easy. I am so proud of the parents they have become and of their spouses too. 


This is my 12 year old grandson, my son's boy. Tim took him turkey hunting this past weekend and Tyler got a turkey. This kid doesn't smile easy.....but he must be pretty happy because I see a smile. Next weekend Tim said he'll take Tailyn (15 yr old granddaughter) hunting. The kids are active in school events and outdoor sports, I think that's pretty cool.

Kevin and I talk more too. He shows his appreciation as we muddle through each day. Yes, we use humor a lot.....that's my M.O. I think it was yesterday that he said I looked like Albert Einstein (with less hair). It is what it is.

The good news is that it will warm up to normal temps by the weekend.....you don't know how happy that make me! I am expecting visitors this weekend.

13 comments:

  1. I love your positive attitude, praying for you dear.

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  2. Linda, You need your family...with calls ,Texts ,email, or visits...this is so good. I am glad things are smoothing out for all of you. Stay strong. You are certainly in my prayers, Blessings to all, xoxo,love, Susie

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  3. I do love your positive attitude...humor for sure is the best medicine.
    XX OO
    Carla

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  4. The blessings come disguised. We have to look for them to find them. I'm so glad you're not only looking but finding. God is good and you are loved by many.

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  5. The blessings come disguised. We have to look for them to find them. I'm so glad you're not only looking but finding. God is good and you are loved by many.

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  6. I was thinking about you yesterday. It's been awhile since I've read blogs, but I always have prayers for you in my heart and on the tip of my tongue. Glad that you are able to see some light about your situation. I'm not sure I would handle it as well, but what can you do. You are a trooper. I pray for you and Diana's husband almost daily or as often as God brings you to mind.

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  7. There is ALWAYS something to be thankful for!!! I pray for you every single day!!! You can DO this!!!

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  8. And your sister who now tells you she loves you. (We weren't raised that way. You know what I mean. LOL!) I wished I was not sick.You are in my thoughts EVERYDAY. I have always looked up to you.(my smart independent sis.)

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  9. Girl, you keep having HAPPY thoughts to keep you going! I know that ALL of your family will be doing things to make you smile! Have a blessed day my friend, BIG HUGS and continued PRAYERS!

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  10. Yeah for the sunshine as I write this. I thank God for your sense of humor and your upbeat attitude. You are an inspiration to me. Hugs!

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  11. So glad that you can count your blessings while battling this beast. I am glad to hear that the kids are doing more to be with you. Praise God for the small blessings and don't sweat the big things.

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  12. Linda I am glad for you. I truly believe that everything happens for a reason. The cancer showed me so many blessings. Some where mine some where for others. But being able to look outside ourselves and see the blessings, how what is going on brings clarity to those we hold dear. There is a gift! Hugs

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  13. Linda I am glad for you. I truly believe that everything happens for a reason. The cancer showed me so many blessings. Some where mine some where for others. But being able to look outside ourselves and see the blessings, how what is going on brings clarity to those we hold dear. There is a gift! Hugs

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