Hello my dear warrior sisters, kindred spirits, Daft Sods, and Radbee's....

Thanks T
I got to babysit my dear sweet granddaughter, Isabella Grace, this past Sunday. She is doing well. She will be 4 months old on Thursday! Can't believe how fast that went. She now weighs over 10 lbs. (remember she was over 6 weeks early and only weighed 3 lbs. 7 oz. when she was born). Naturally, I held her a lot and hugged and kissed all over her.

As her outfit says "My grandma was brave, so God gave her an angel". And that he did.

xoxo,
Jean

~Wonderment~
Well to start with my husband and I held each other a bit tighter this week to be sure. My daughter and her family visited and we had a family style dinner for the first time on our new dinning table, it was grand! It was the first time in years (besides Christmas of course) that we have all sat around a table as our other one was way too small. The grandchildren loved it, even little Ava had a big chair of her own and she was elated to be sitting with us all, it was truly rather comical. We also had our grandson's over for a sleepover on Sunday and much joy was found there. We played baseball (more like watch the old folks fetch the ball) and basketball in the front yard with them, much to the amusement of our neighbors and we sat and watch pirate movies with them. It is amazing the joy you can get from two little boys who love you.

~T~ thanks for the post, it is good now and then to reflect on the things that have brought joy, it's even better to share them with friends.

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RE said:

~Wonderment~
Well to start with my husband and I held each other a bit tighter this week to be sure. My daughter and her family visited and we had a family style dinner for the first time on our new dinning table, it was grand! It was the first time in years (besides Christmas of course) that we have all sat around a table as our other one was way too small. The grandchildren loved it, even little Ava had a big chair of her own and she was elated to be sitting with us all, it was truly rather comical. We also had our grandson's over for a sleepover on Sunday and much joy was found there. We played baseball (more like watch the old folks fetch the ball) and basketball in the front yard with them, much to the amusement of our neighbors and we sat and watch pirate movies with them. It is amazing the joy you can get from two little boys who love you.

~T~ thanks for the post, it is good now and then to reflect on the things that have brought joy, it's even better to share them with friends.

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☆ º ♥ `•.¸.•´ ♥ º ☆.¸¸.•´¯`♥RE

Our Special Night Out
My husband, who is the sweetest and most caring man in the world, asked me to dress up as we were going to be going out for a very special night. Ok I thought, I can do that. No problem, I love to get dressed up, put those heels on and strut my stuff. lol

So, off we go in the car, driving towards the big city. Where are we going..I keep asking. He just looks at me with this big smile on his handsome face and keeps driving. Ok..I can wait a little longer, but, I am not the most patient lady in the world.

We drive past the city and continue on. Now I am confused, why didn't we stop somewhere in the city. What is he up to?

Finally we stop at this darling restaurant on the edge of the next town, not a large town, but, still quite large and very nice.

He opens up my door and we go in. The restaurant is full, and, so quaint. There are booths, which I love for privacy, lots of tables for two and glowing white lights everywhere. We've never been here before, so, I am really excited.

We are taken to a private room for dinner for just the two of us. The room was beautiful! Candles were lit everywhere, soft romantic music was playing, and, just the table for two. On our table were a dozen of the most beautiful pink roses, with just a touch of white on the edges, with a note saying " Beautiful flowers for my beautiful wife". I loved them!!!

We had a wonderful dinner, the service was great, the meal was delicious and we talked about so many things..so many good things. We laughed so hard at talking about when we first dated, some of the silly, crazy things we used to do. We talked about my journey with breast cancer and my hubby told me how he admired me so much for being so brave. He told me that I was his hero. He told me that his love had only grown stronger for me watching me deal with my diagnosis and treatments. He told me that nothing else would ever hurt me again, that he would protect me and always keep me safe. I started crying, you know me, the tears always seem to come. lol

And, as if that wasn't enough, the waiter came and brought, what I thought was the bill for the evening. He sat it next to me, and without looking, I just passed it over to my husband. My husband gave it back to me and said " I think this is for you". I am thinking, why is he giving me the bill to pay? So, took a look down and there on the little tray, under a piece of paper, was a diamond cross. YES, the most beautiful diamond cross I have ever seen. It took my breath away! The note said...To my beloved wife, a cross to keep you safe and diamonds for the sparkle of life you are to me!

What a night!!! One that I will always remember and cherish. I am so blessed..truly blessed.

So, this was my special night out that I am sharing with my pink sisters.


Sue

Ritzy said:

Our Special Night Out
My husband, who is the sweetest and most caring man in the world, asked me to dress up as we were going to be going out for a very special night. Ok I thought, I can do that. No problem, I love to get dressed up, put those heels on and strut my stuff. lol

So, off we go in the car, driving towards the big city. Where are we going..I keep asking. He just looks at me with this big smile on his handsome face and keeps driving. Ok..I can wait a little longer, but, I am not the most patient lady in the world.

We drive past the city and continue on. Now I am confused, why didn't we stop somewhere in the city. What is he up to?

Finally we stop at this darling restaurant on the edge of the next town, not a large town, but, still quite large and very nice.

He opens up my door and we go in. The restaurant is full, and, so quaint. There are booths, which I love for privacy, lots of tables for two and glowing white lights everywhere. We've never been here before, so, I am really excited.

We are taken to a private room for dinner for just the two of us. The room was beautiful! Candles were lit everywhere, soft romantic music was playing, and, just the table for two. On our table were a dozen of the most beautiful pink roses, with just a touch of white on the edges, with a note saying " Beautiful flowers for my beautiful wife". I loved them!!!

We had a wonderful dinner, the service was great, the meal was delicious and we talked about so many things..so many good things. We laughed so hard at talking about when we first dated, some of the silly, crazy things we used to do. We talked about my journey with breast cancer and my hubby told me how he admired me so much for being so brave. He told me that I was his hero. He told me that his love had only grown stronger for me watching me deal with my diagnosis and treatments. He told me that nothing else would ever hurt me again, that he would protect me and always keep me safe. I started crying, you know me, the tears always seem to come. lol

And, as if that wasn't enough, the waiter came and brought, what I thought was the bill for the evening. He sat it next to me, and without looking, I just passed it over to my husband. My husband gave it back to me and said " I think this is for you". I am thinking, why is he giving me the bill to pay? So, took a look down and there on the little tray, under a piece of paper, was a diamond cross. YES, the most beautiful diamond cross I have ever seen. It took my breath away! The note said...To my beloved wife, a cross to keep you safe and diamonds for the sparkle of life you are to me!

What a night!!! One that I will always remember and cherish. I am so blessed..truly blessed.

So, this was my special night out that I am sharing with my pink sisters.


Sue

WOW
There is that word again, pass the towel.
Heart warming,
Tara

What a great post
T - thank you for starting this post. I have a difficult time dealing with the losses from this disgusting disease and now I have too many friends to count who are in the midst of their own battles. It's not fair. But you are right. We need to get busy and comfort, inspire, and move forward. So here is my news:

I wrote an article about exercising before/during/after cancer treatments. It details the trials and tribulations I faced over the last year and a half. US Masters Swim is going to publish it in their magazine and post it online. I'm completely elated. I hope it gives others a sense of what this is like for us and how to keep pushing through...even on the days when getting out of bed is the only goal.

I'm still swimming and working with my friends' babies to teach them to swim. that brings me joy. Peace, Pitt

That first shower after
That first shower after surgery...mmmm, truly wonderful!

Ritzy said:

Our Special Night Out
My husband, who is the sweetest and most caring man in the world, asked me to dress up as we were going to be going out for a very special night. Ok I thought, I can do that. No problem, I love to get dressed up, put those heels on and strut my stuff. lol

So, off we go in the car, driving towards the big city. Where are we going..I keep asking. He just looks at me with this big smile on his handsome face and keeps driving. Ok..I can wait a little longer, but, I am not the most patient lady in the world.

We drive past the city and continue on. Now I am confused, why didn't we stop somewhere in the city. What is he up to?

Finally we stop at this darling restaurant on the edge of the next town, not a large town, but, still quite large and very nice.

He opens up my door and we go in. The restaurant is full, and, so quaint. There are booths, which I love for privacy, lots of tables for two and glowing white lights everywhere. We've never been here before, so, I am really excited.

We are taken to a private room for dinner for just the two of us. The room was beautiful! Candles were lit everywhere, soft romantic music was playing, and, just the table for two. On our table were a dozen of the most beautiful pink roses, with just a touch of white on the edges, with a note saying " Beautiful flowers for my beautiful wife". I loved them!!!

We had a wonderful dinner, the service was great, the meal was delicious and we talked about so many things..so many good things. We laughed so hard at talking about when we first dated, some of the silly, crazy things we used to do. We talked about my journey with breast cancer and my hubby told me how he admired me so much for being so brave. He told me that I was his hero. He told me that his love had only grown stronger for me watching me deal with my diagnosis and treatments. He told me that nothing else would ever hurt me again, that he would protect me and always keep me safe. I started crying, you know me, the tears always seem to come. lol

And, as if that wasn't enough, the waiter came and brought, what I thought was the bill for the evening. He sat it next to me, and without looking, I just passed it over to my husband. My husband gave it back to me and said " I think this is for you". I am thinking, why is he giving me the bill to pay? So, took a look down and there on the little tray, under a piece of paper, was a diamond cross. YES, the most beautiful diamond cross I have ever seen. It took my breath away! The note said...To my beloved wife, a cross to keep you safe and diamonds for the sparkle of life you are to me!

What a night!!! One that I will always remember and cherish. I am so blessed..truly blessed.

So, this was my special night out that I am sharing with my pink sisters.


Sue

Wow too Ritzy!
Wow too Ritzy! I love what you write and what an amazing night you had! You do have the sweetest hubby, next to mine.

We went out for pizza with our best friends this weekend. Ofcourse, football was the main topic for the hubby's, but, my girlfriend and I love it too, so, it was fun. We even did a little betting. ( the government doesn't read these posts, do they? LOL )

After we got home, my hubby and I just sat outside, holding each other close and gazing up at the stars. Not a lot was said, but, it was just perfect!

It has been rough on the board lately and to be in my hubby's arms and to share the sky filled with stars with the love of my life, was just what I needed.


Hugs, Megan

Gabe N Abby Mom said:

That first shower after
That first shower after surgery...mmmm, truly wonderful!

Shower...
I agree!! I kept repeating that it's the little things in life that are the best! Throughly enjoyed that first shower!

CR

good post
It has been a downer this recent past but today the sun is shining and it warmed up a bit so the dog and I went out back and sat in the sun. We both almost fell asleep. All the work could wait. I even heard the phone ring inside the house and I thought, "Let it ring."

So bask in the sun when it shines. Thursday it might rain. Or if your weatherman is like ours...it might not.