Round #6 was pretty easy on me, except for the “bone pain” that would not seem to go away. It nagged and lingered, and my energy took quite a bit longer to return. It makes sense. Chemo is cumulative. How thankful I am that it is over.
On the calendar, Will’s 4th birthday coincided almost perfectly with my “good recovery period” after chemo #6. (If only my body had cooperated and actually bounced back “on schedule”!). So we planned a little get-away to Charlotte to celebrate and spend time with family and friends. It was really a special, special weekend.
Wednesday: Will’s birthday. A good friend of ours here in Raleigh is a real “Fighter-Fighter” (ie. Fire Fighter) and gave us the grand tour of his fire station. The kids have talked about this DAILY since, and unequivocally, it was the highlight of the day. We then took the two older kids on a train ride to Charlotte, where we met up with my parents and Nate & Kai. It was so precious to hear their questions about the train! And Will has proudly told many folks about our riding a “real passenger train” since then.
Thursday: Carowinds. Oh my goodness, what a ball we had. The pictures say it all.
Friday: Lake Day. Greg’s parents, Bill & Debbie Lineberger, were exceptionally gracious hosts to six adults, ten children, two birthday cakes, and all the excitement that comes with celebrating life and little boy birthdays. It was an unforgettable, absolutely perfect day.
Saturday: I had the pleasure of hosting a baby shower for my sister Autumn, who is welcoming a baby boy in September (after having 5 beautiful daughters). But many of the ladies are family friends of both of ours for so many years. The shower ended by all the ladies praying over both of us, and for my healing. What a precious time.
Saturday evening was a “family night” and such a fun one! Cousins, dear friends Sandy and Todd (adopted family!) and kids running about. BBQ and Monopoloy with my nephew Gabe. Why does the evening have to end?
What a special, life-giving break in the middle of a tough marathon. Now it’s time for surgery and radiation.
Treasures Gleaned 
What a blessing to have so many friends and family and enjoy those special birthday celebrations. So thankful you enjoyed such a great time. You remain in my prayers as you go through surgery. I know you will handle it as well as you have the chemo.
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