Perspective and a Party

I left the musical early last night because I had another fever (103.1) and felt awful.  When I got home, there was a little bag with a handmade hat and a sweet note from Pat.  Her message was so sweet, it brought tears to my eyes!  I know we have armies of people out there praying for us, and believe me, we can feel those prayers and the strength that can only come from Heavenly Father.

When the family came home and after the kids were in bed, I asked Mat if he would give me a blessing.  Most of the time I feel strong and optimistic, but other times, not so much.  This weekend has been a struggle.  The musical tends to run our lives this time of year (closing night is tomorrow!!), and my energy level is so low, I struggle to do just the basic things.  Sometimes I feel "guilty" that so much of my stuff falls on Mat.  Last night, as he was tucking me in, I apologized that he has to do so much for me and the family.  "Nope", he says, "We're in this together."  That brought more tears.  He is the most incredible man, I am so lucky to have him.  I've been thinking today about what he said.  An illness (or any other crisis) like this is a family affair.  It affects everyone.  I believe that we are given opportunities to learn things that would not be possible any other way.  My family has been on the receiving end of so many blessings that would not have come if I didn't have cancer.  My perspective and my heart are forever changed.

With that said, let's have a party, shall we?!?  Just a reminder that next Sunday I am officially "half-way" done with chemo and it's aftermath!!!  Naturally, a party is in order.  We will be doing potluck appetizers and desserts.  We'll start at 6 p.m. and party until there is noone else here.  I mean it when I say that EVERYONE is invited!  Don't let "bringing something" stop you from coming.  I'm sure that we will have tons of food, so just come!  I would love to have lots of people here to help us celebrate!  Let me know if you need the address/directions.  : )