Did you think I started a blog and forgot to update it? Our retirement actually hasn’t been too relaxing! In addition to the usual weekly treatments (more on that shortly), we traveled with the girls down to South Padre Island for short vacation. Padre probably sounds like an unusual choice for those o
f you who know us, but we go at least once a year to visit our Aunt Rene and Uncle Bob. It’s a happy coincidence that it’s a great spot to relax, breathe the ocean air and eat some great seafood while visiting relatives!Being on the beach with the girls was an interesting experience. Cate loved the beach this time, while in the past she has not been so keen about the sand and rushing waves. Peri was a little
more reserved. She loved the water, but seemed confused about the sand. I walked the beach by myself every morning to watch the sunrise. It really was beautiful. Best of all, we got to spend time with our relatives including our cousin Lauren, who is 14. She and Cate hit it off im
mediately!With ongoing treatments, it was nice to escape reality if only for a few days. I loved being with my family and I think we all needed to get away. While the car ride was long, the girls traveled well and I think everyone had a great time. So now, back to reality!
I have eight more chemo treatments and I am still feeling pretty good. I get tired a few days after treatment, but I have still been working on many projects around the house. It’s never-ending! Leslie recently went with me to buy a wig, that I think I’ll be starting to wear this week. My hair has finally started falling out, but the wig will allow me to have “good hair days” every day of the week! Look on the bright side, right?Hope all is well with you!
