Preparation Day

You would think that if it was Sunday we could sleep in. But no not at the Jacobson's. What happen to lose days? The boys are going fishing and the girls minus this old gal are going running. Amy and Danielle are running in the half marathon next weekend up at Disney. So they are running 10 miles this morning. After their prep and some breakfast of peanut butter and bananas, loaded with drinks and lots of determination - they are off. They had mapped out their scenic route to include some cool breezes if that is possible in Florida heat in the 80's

Carl, Keith and Ross got their fishing poles and loaded up the boat. The kids bought him a new reel for his birthday so they had to go out and see if it works. Don't ask me what kind. They all look the same to me. But he was impressed and very grateful. I am sure between him and Keith they have figured out which reel they are replacing it with. It seems to me there a ton of reels and rods in our garage but when I express that they always seem to have some need for it.

I had a day of baking some banana bread. I hate to throw those bananas out and the kids said they would take some home too. So I am able to share my wares with family and have some left over for later days.

I spent the rest of the day mentally and physically preparing for this next week's stay in the hospital to begin my cancer treatment. The day has finally come and I must say I am a little nervous about it all. But find comfort that I will be in the hospital where they can monitor it all. This first week I will receive chemo and radiation for the first 5 days. Then I will continue my radiation for the next 4 weeks as an out patient. I did find out that I could take my computer. Which will be my entertainment. I do have a book to read also. Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. I have several people commissioned to read it at the same time including my wonderful and cute mother-in-law Miss Betsy. Thought it would be fun to share the story and the adventure. A book club via the internet. The modern world of technology. Any one is welcome to join. No membership fees.

The boys returned home with some success and the girls were able to struggle thru the heat and accomplish their 10 mile goal. The dogs got prepared for the next coming weeks by getting their baths. Nothing better than a good smelling dog except maybe a baby after their bath all clean and powdered. After they left and the house was quiet I had time to reflect on the weekend and count my many blessings. We had a great time visiting and have a wonderful family. Ross and I are surely blessed.