I did it!

I told you that I wanted to go on a hike and I did.  I will put some pictures of the hike on this post. It was a beautiful day, and perfect to connect with nature.  My son and I enjoy taking pictures so we turned this into a photo safari.  It is amazing how a simple task like walking can become so exhilarating.
We decided if it is not snowing next year, we will hike somewhere again.  When I think how I felt last Thanksgiving and compare it to this year, it shows that perseverance pays off.  I was looking at beginning radiation last year and not being able to travel for Christmas.  That was a somber event in my life.  This year, I am out hiking and rejoicing.  I know that there are tired days and aches. You have to look at the whole picture and be the optimist.  If you or someone is in  the middle of treatment, remind them that the future is bright.  It might be a long trial and seem like it never ends, but the sun will come out.

Keep Fighting

Cathy

Happy Thanksgiving

I know that it has been well over a week since I wrote.  It seems like everyday is busy.  I am going to get to it, but my going never happens.  It might be that I haven't exercised like I was going to either.  I There is always a good excuse!  I did walk tonight.  It was about 50 and a little misty , but that was ok.
As we head into the holiday season I am reminded how thankful I am to be feeling better and doing well.  Sure, I am tired and feel worn out at times, but I am alive and with my family.  I have many things to be thankful for.  I remind myself often to take one day at a time.  My motto is "Don't stress out over Thanksgiving and the holidays."  Your family is just glad that you are there. We are not doing anything special as a family.  I was thinking of going on a hike.  I know that sounds strange.  I haven't been on a hike for a long time and have been thinking of taking one.  Don't ask me why because I have no idea.  I know last year it would have been impossible.  It is suppose to be warm which can be unusual for November in Wisconsin.  I'll write and let you know if I start a new tradition. By the way, I did not make that bread.  You know I am not a cook.  My oldest son (22) made it.  It was yummy.

Why do we put off exercise?

    This week just flew by.   I am being to ask my family about Christmas!  It is coming.  A good thing is that tonight we set the clocks back and get one more hour of sleep.  This week I was trying to fight a cold.  I might have won this battle, but I know another one will be around the corner.  I went for a walk tonight and my son said, it's too cold out there.  I told myself that all day, but finally gave in and put on my winter coat and mittens.  It was fine.  Why when I know that exercise is especially important, I still put it off?  What is it about exercise that we can rationalize not doing it?   I am so guilty of this. It is like a roller coaster. I do good and then I fall back. We know that weight and reoccurrence of cancer are linked, but why is it so hard?   I hope next week I can tell you that I did better.  You will have to check back to see.  In the mean time, enjoy that extra hour of sleep.

Keep fighting,

Cathy