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Wednesday, August 28, 2013

The Last Summer Hodgepodge


Wow this is the official end of summer so what better way to celebrate than with the newest Hodgepodge.
Join us to play.

1. Labor Day weekend (in the US of A) is approaching...what's something you've labored over this year? 
Cancer. It has occurpied every moment of every day for over a year now.  I've put a lot into getting well. It's a lot of work.

2. What is one word to describe your 'job' or career?
A "Calling". I love being a wife, homemaker, mom, grannie and dog owner. It's far more fun and more important than the day job that I love but is not my life. 

3. What was your worst or least favorite job ever? Why?
Many, many, many years ago, I worked at a fast food place in town. It was TERRIBLE.  We had spaghetti and burgers and lots of different foods and to watch how they were prepared was just sickening.  Taking orders from hungry people who are all ready drinking was even worst.  I was so glad that I was terrible at it and didn't last long. Never again.

4. How do you measure contentment?
Contentment is a state of mind when you finally understand that "stuff" does not define you. It doesn't make you better, taller, more popular, more healthy, less sick, younger, or prettier.  It's just stuff. Contentment is when you find out that you, all by yourself, warts and all, are all you need.  

5. Pickles-like or dislike? What is something you eat that requires a pickle? Dill, bread and butter, sweet gherkins...what's your favorite kind of pickle?
I like pickles, most of the time I eat sweet bread and butter but I do like sweet gherkins.

6. In your current house-town-state, what is it you like living close to?
Our daughter lives in the same state as us.  She lives about 50 minutes west of us and that is not that close. But since our son and his wife and their sons are on the other side of the country, she is very close and I love that.
What is close to us - Nothing really. I live in the country and love that!  Trees, a few ponds, wild life. When I'm home I'm away from so many things and I love that.  

7. What is one thing on your 'want-to-do' list before summer draws to an official close?
I would like to go to Acadia National Park before it gets too cold.  Hows this for a sunrise!
Surise at Acadia. Image from Google.

8.  Insert your own random thought here.
We had our last Chemo Treatment yesterday. After 4 months of weekly chemo treatments I have 10 days off with no one to see and no blood to give. Today was bitter sweet. Starting in September  we start to test to see where I am and what happens next. That explains why most of my answers are cancer related doesn't it?  Sorry.  It has been a part of our lives for over a year now.  It will continue to be part of our lives for a time still to come.  This really stinks.

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  1. My oldest girl, Brittany, worked at Chick Fil-A for about 6 months and didn't care for it, at all, because she said she always came home smelling like chicken and grease. Ick! So happy to hear that your chemo treatments are over...I can only imagine what a relief that must be for you. Praying for your full recovery! Wow...that sunset is spectacular! I can see why Acadia National Park is on your "must see" list!

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    1. Thank you for the prayers, they are always welcome.

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  2. I think Acadia is one of the most beautiful spots in the US, and I didn't even see a sunset like that when I was there-still gorgeous! We'd love to get back there. I love your word for #2-wish I'd thought of that : )

    Keeping you in my prayers as you see what's next. You are so right-cancer stinks!

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    1. Thank you for your prayers. I know that God hears them all.

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  3. Acadia is on our bucket list. Love your answer to #2. Praying for peace as you wait to see what's next in your journey.

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    1. Thank you for prays for peace. Peace is something I struggle with as I want to know NOW! Having peace while I wait is sometimes hard for me.

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  4. I certainly understand that cancer has had to be your primary labor this year. I hope you get good news in September! Isn't it wonderful that your daughter is rather close by - especially during this challenging year? Just sent out a prayer for healing...

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    1. Yes every minute of every day is full of thoughts of cancer and appointments for it. It's nice to have a bit of a break.Thank you so much for prayers.

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  5. Arcadia would love to go one day.
    I hate-yes hate the 'C' word because it has and still does have an impact on me and my family. Prayers going up for a fantastic report (hugs).

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    1. I'm sorry that cancer still has an impact on you and your family. I guess that never goes away does it? I'm guessing it will impact us forever as well. Thank you so much for the prayers. I know that God hears them all.

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  6. Lynn Marie,
    I wish you well on your continued journey. Think positive! Praying that you will get a good report, come September.

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    1. Thank you for your prayers. I want a good report as well.I will keep everyone posted.

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  7. That really is a beautiful sunrise and I hope you get to go and see one just like it real soon.

    Praying for your complete healing and that God will always let you know that He is walking with you down this road.

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    1. I would love to go up to Acadia on a Saturday night and get up early enough on Sunday to see the sunrise. Me and dog can do it but sure we get Hubby out of bed that early.He..he
      Thank you for the prays. I sometimes have white knuckles by holdind His had so tight. I think sometimes I drag Him along rather than allowing Him to walk with me. Got a lot to learn still.

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  8. I know you don't feel like one right now, but you are a champion nevertheless.

    Think about it: For well over a year you've been kicking cancer's #*%!* and taking names! You are a force of nature, my friend, one that cancer has sorely underestimated.

    Hope you can feel well enough to enjoy your week "off", and maybe run August at agility, even if it's only for an obstacle or two.

    Prayers being sent up for you and Gerry as always, and love to you always,
    Anu

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  9. So hoping that's the end of the treatments and you are NED. That sunset picture is GORGEOUS! I love sunsets and sunrises (though I'm not so good at getting up for the latter). :)

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  10. My heart aches for you and the labor has to be intense. Gorgeous sunrise!

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  11. I'm so glad you had your last treatment, Lynn Marie. I hope this month will bring you nothing but good news and you will get an "all clear" report when you go for your tests. For now I hope you are enjoying the Labor Day weekend and having some peace and relaxation during your ten days off. Sending prayers and good wishes your way.

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