WOW! Am I ever feeling challenged to post a daily blog these days! The weather is so incredible and I am taking advantage of being out of doors every moment that I can. It seems so odd that a year ago, my daily outings consisted of a trip to the cancer institute for treatment, followed by a short walk to my deck and a comfy chair. This year, with having my mobility back, the fresh air draws me like a drug, and I am incapable of resisting it!
This week, I am trying 3 days of work, 6 hours each day! I am quite excited about it - each day seems a bit easier, though I am exhausted at the end of each shift. But I don't worry too much about that - many "healthy" people need a nap at the end of their day as well. My company has been amazing to me, always assuring me that whatever works best for me, also works best for them. I am very fortunate.
Yesterday when I got home, I received a call from my family doctor. She was just checking in to see how I am doing, and to let me know that she is going on vacation for a month. She asked that I book an appointment with her upon her return, and in the meantime, she had some things that she wants me to do for the radiation side effects. I am so blessed to have her for a doctor.
This Friday Shoot-Out is Yard Objects! Lots of fun to shoot. The following week is Reflections! I have to tell you - the shoot outs have been SO good for my health and my sense of community, both virtual and real. I am getting out and about, doing lots of walking and exploring, and then get to show what I discover in some kind of creative way. Life doesn't get much better.
Next week A Taste of Edmonton starts - I have plans to go with Salima from work. I am very excited about that.
How is your summer/winter going? Hope that you are out and enjoying the riches of nature, the sounds of your community, etc, etc.
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Good Morning, Audrey!!
ReplyDeleteMy summer is GROOVY, and it is even GROOVIER because I get to see your smiling face at work again!! My life is blessed, and more so now that you are on "the mend"!!
Have a GROOVY day my friend; can't wait to see you today!! It'll be GROOVY!!!!
Love you lots, Rosie XOXO :):)
Audrey
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like such a good path. I love that you are able to get out and
really enjoy it!
Summer here is HOT! Not as much fun to go out as usual but some great days.Others are a bit like a sauna!
Thank you for your post. I t makes me want to head to the sunshine
Linda
I am soo happy for your post today. It gives encouragement that we will indeed get back to our normal selves one day. There are so many blessings waiting as soon as we walk outside if we can only take a moment to notice. And after what you have been through I have no doubt you take notice. Have a beautiful day!!!
ReplyDeleteThis year, with having my mobility back, the fresh air draws me like a drug, and I am incapable of resisting it!
ReplyDeleteDON'T resist it. You are doing so well and you should KNOW a lot of it has to be your attitude. You've come this far because of who you are as a person and I am thrilled life is so full for you.
~Mary
...t"he fresh air draws me like a drug, and I am incapable of resisting it!"
ReplyDeleteWhat a truth.
I have to go out and take my shootout pictures for this week. And I'm so glad that you posted about the following week being reflections. Now I can think about them both at once.
I'm glad you are doing well and living life fully!
Your enthusiasm is palpable and contagious! What a testament you are to how there is life, and a good one, after what seems like the worst news and ordeal possible.
ReplyDeleteBlogging has been good for you . . . and your blogs have been/ARE very good for we fellow bloggers. Now I'm off to my garden - Thank you!
You sound great! I too am challenged with writing in my blog..that sunshine is too tempting. I've written nothing in my novel but hey, can't write about life if you don't live it right?
ReplyDeleteYou sound fantastic! I wonder if you went to a naturopath and got some alternative recommendations to compliment your doctor's recommendations to help with your radiation side affects. Just a thought.
Breeze
I'm so excited for you! I know we've only know each other a short while, but you're excitement about life is contagious. Thank you for sharing it with us. ♥
ReplyDeleteGood morning hon!! So glad you are able to get out and about this year - whoo hoo!! I too love the shoot outs - for the very same reason. My weeks are full of being here at home - because of all the kiddos here..can only get out in the yard. The shootouts get me walking and out of my weekly rut! Love that!! Not to mention a few pounds off the backside too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for following my new blog - yikes..it's all your fault Audrey that I need a new space for all of these fun photo memes- lol not really. Love, Sarah
ah great attitude! good for you - the more we can be outside the better if you ask me...although here we have RAIN still..bah. So no going outside for me right now, plus work all day [double bah]
ReplyDeleteBut next week I will be working in Portugal, so I am hoping to see some sun, and no doubt feel as frisky as you! :o) I shall at least be having my dinner at the seafront every night, come rain OR shine!
Amazing what we appreciate isn't it?
x
I am so glad you are doing so well! Thank you for all the nice comments you always leave for me. Enjoy your beautiful day Audrey! :-)
ReplyDeleteSome of your recent posts compelled me to search out some of the goings on in my own community. This week end, weather permitting, we have a Jazz Festival in town starting on Friday. I am looking forward to getting out an enjoying this activity. This is due, in no small part, to your contagious joie de vivre. Thanks for continuing to be a shining star Audrey!
ReplyDeleteAudrey, I hear so much positivity and excitement in your post ... I am thrilled for you. It sounds like everything is going so well and that is a good thing. You go girl!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great gift of normalcy! It was a long time coming, ay? Enjoy your summer and afternoon naps are delightfuL!
ReplyDeleteAs those of you in the North open your lives up to the beauty of summertime, those of us in the South begin our hermitage. It is 101 not noon yet today. I equate it to the harsh winters when you stay indoors and I am out in the fresh air and sunshine. So enjoy it Audrey! The seasons are beautiful and I can't wait to see your photos on Friday!
ReplyDeleteSo happy you are enjoying yourself Audrey! don't forget to keep us updated with your brand new adventures!
ReplyDeleteAudrey, You sound great! I can almost hear the excitement in you voice! (maybe one day)!
ReplyDeleteLife here is fun, busy and joyful! It's summertime!
What a splendid post to hear you are out and about enjoying every minute of life! You ARE an inspiration to us all with you excitement!
ReplyDeleteThe summer is cool here and we're able to spend so much more time outside than normal. No bugs so far, so playing wild games of badminton are always on the agenda.
Can't wait to see your shoot-out..they are always entertaining and creative!
A Taste of Edmonton - almost makes me homesick!!
ReplyDeleteWow...sounds like fun! So great to here you so up!
ReplyDeleteMy week?
Chaos!
xxx
Thank you for your encouraging words, Audrey. I'm off, see ya on the flip side.
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Hi Audrey,
ReplyDeleteI loved this- "whatever works best for me, also works best for them".......the significance of these words is universal and wide.....great!
Audrey, you are an inspiration! Your zest for life leaps from the screen. Long, long, long may it continue!!
ReplyDelete"...the riches of nature."
ReplyDeleteI like that!
Audrey, I'm so happy to hear that you are spending more and more time outside, at work, and out in the community as your strength returns, and thank you for all your kind words/comments that you leave on our blogs! You are special!
ReplyDeleteLove & Light~
OM girl