My Vacation was Fabulous and Restful

I had a wonderfully relaxing vacation. I did take some pictures and will post them sometime in the next week or two. The weather and the water were warm. The people were wonderful. We met many locals and also many vacationers (most of them from the UK).

We walked and swam in the ocean almost every day. We did take two sailing trips that I thoroughly enjoyed. The trip home was long. Bequia is not the easiest place to get to but worth the extra traveling days.

I am now unpacking, doing laundry and getting mentally prepared for my 6 1/2 weeks of radiation. It won't make me sick and my hair won't fall out (except under my right arm). It will potentially start wearing on me starting the 4th week. Most people start getting tired due to the radiation and also taking the time out of each work day to have the radiation. I do promise to reach out if I need help, especially when I start getting tired. Starr has graciously agreed to set up meals for me starting in week 4. I will talk to her this week and get more information out to everyone on the meals.

I was told to continue to exercise as much as possible which helps fight the fatigue. I would much appreciate encouraging words to continue to work out  rather than being told I need to slow it down. :) So if you hear me say I have not had time to work out, then maybe I need a reminder to request more meals so I do not have to prepare them which will free me up for a run or time at the gym. Everyone knows I tend to be stubbornly independent and I might need a nudge now and then to remember to ask for help.

Another part of my life that is very important to me, especially during this time,  is my participation in the church band. Being part of the band (the music, the band members and the church) keep my spirits high. I know it takes time for rehearsal and practice to prepare, but being part of this community gives me so much back spiritually - I always leave there feeling loved and happy.

It is also important I stay connected to my friends and family which I do not know how I would get through this without your support. It will all balance out with your help and be over before I know it. I appreciate all of you more than I know how to express.

I need to get back to laundry, unpacking etc but wanted to let you all know I am home and ready for this last phase in my treatment  to eliminate the cancer in my body.