And Into the Forest We Go

Mojo and I in our element.

“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”

- John Muir

When the weather forecast predicted highs in the mid 40’s today along with sunshine, I set my alarm earlier than usual so I could prepare for my radiation treatment and still have time for a good hike. I have been craving fresh air and time in the woods badly. We’re all feeling the effects of these daily trips and needed some playtime.

As usual, Mojo left snow angels dotted around the woods from his rolling sessions. No matter where we are, if the ground is covered with snow, he absolutely has to roll in it. It’s his own special quirk, and his happiness to be outdoors in the snow is always so contagious.

Mojos’ snow angels.

As of today, I have 15 radiation treatments completed, with 10 more remaining. I’m more than halfway done and it’s a good feeling. This hasn’t been easy but a day at a time, I’m getting it done. I’ve developed an angry rash that itches like fire on my chest area, as well as two smallish painful lesions, but the pain and discomfort have been tolerable. I’m scheduled to have a CT scan done of the nodule that was found in my right lung next week, but I haven’t thought about the ‘what if’s’ much, to be honest. I am focused on what needs to be done each day. Period.

Backlit seedheads.

I’m so very thankful for my compassionate and understanding life partner. My husband has been by my side through so many serious health issues, and his support is constant and true. I’m also grateful for the friends that check on me often and offer their words of support and encouragement. As I’ve said before, such friends are gold. As gold and beautiful as a gorgeous day in February, when otherwise nondescript seedheads are bathed in the wonderful light of the sun.
Peace.

*I have a GoFundMe account to help us afford transportation for so very many medical appointments and a mountain of medical bills. Any and all donations are appreciated as well as your good thoughts. My heartfelt gratitude to those who have made this a bit less difficult.
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