fillise Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 I went to visit my mom this past weekend. More than a year ago she had asked me to be the main speaker for a retreat for the women of her church (the church I grew up in). Right after she was diagnosed in January, she told me "I hope I can live long enough to make it to the retreat in October." Well, it was this weekend, and we had a marvelous time. She feels good, is strong, and if you didn't know she was sick you wouldn't know she was sick. We got the rare gift this weekend of enjoying some time together with each other and with friends. We sat on rocking chairs and looked out over the ocean and talked about books, memories, friends, family, but we didn't talk about cancer. We laughed, we went out to dinner and watched a football game together and it was like it was before we heard those awful words. It was, dare I say it? Normal. Except that I am now profoundly grateful for this past weekend in a way I wouldn't have been a year ago. I cherished every minute of it and understand that the ability to experience the simple joy of life is a precious gift. I'm declaring victory because of this weekend. I know we are not done with this fight yet, but we got to live life this weekend and that counts as the best victory we've had so far. I am very grateful. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 To VICTORY, Susan. I am so glad this weekend was what it was. May you and your mother share many more together. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 said it this morning Be gratefull for the ones we love tha most!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Normal times, no matter how brief, are just magical. I hope you and your Mom have many more. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vespa68 Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Hello Susan, You are my hero! I keep following your posts and I admire you so much. Our moms are the same age. They grew up in the Depression and are made of tough stock. I pray that you have so many more magical moments together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 What a wonderful post, thanks for sharing. God Bless wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I'm glad the weekend was fabulous -- you and your mom both deserve it. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I hope you and your mom have may more such days. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Yes, the one benefit to cancer is it makes you appreciate those days that might have otherwise not have meant to much. (Did that make sense, I did not get much sleep last night?) I'm glad you are able to enjoy those special moments with your mom. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Susan, I was so happy to read your story. I know what you mean about time spent with your mom being even more special now. I know that I think of each day since my mom's diagnosis as a gift. I'm so glad your mom continues to do well. I know you'll have many more special times with her in the future and you'll continue to treasure every one. Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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