What a Fabulous Thanksgiving

I had thirty three family and friends over for Thanksgiving. My Dad and my baby brother were gracious enough to provide a catered three turkey, one ham, and all of the sides you could imagine for a Thanksgiving feast. My house was transformed into what felt like a restaurant thanks to my Mom and Aunt J. But what was really special about the gathering was the people around me. There is no better treatment than to have a room full of people who have provided me with the strength through their own actions and reactions to difficult situations life throws at you. These are the people, parents, brothers, cousins, Uncles, Aunts, In-laws, that have provided me with many lessons through example on how to rise above terrifying, devastating, difficult situations life throws at all of us. I like to call this strength in numbers. (I need to have this saying on my tattoo, along with humor and confidence) I think that the last time I had this much fun at a party was at my wedding.

Many of my guests traveled from very far away to be with me on Thanksgiving. I am so lucky and blessed to have an awesome, supportive, fun loving family. I want to thank each and everyone of your for making that trip.

My sister-in-law, Nikki, was kind enough to spend extra, much appreciated, time with all of us. Makes me wish she lived a lot closer. I could enjoy the conversation on a regular basis!

I have just received my second to last chemotherapy. I am approaching this treatment very differently. I am going to rest, for real, and will be receiving acupuncture on Friday to help combat the dreaded side effects. My least favorite of which is fatigue. Not being capable of getting out of bed is simply maddening. I will not let it happen this time! I will keep you all posted.

I hope everyone had as wonderful a Thanksgiving.