Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Memento mori

So Chemo Cycle 1 is complete 😃 A well earned week off for my man but I just can't believe the irony that the treatment is classed as 'cycles'. From now on, I'll refer to them as 'rounds'. Like a boxer, using every second to prove his physicality, diligence and defensive skills. Ding bloody ding.

Hubby has been in discomfort this week. It might stem from having an active weekend with his boys. They attended Brands Hatch for the German Touring Car races, quality time with them but not so forgiving on his pelvis. Still, he's reported to be feeling much better today. I don't know how much of the tumour gives him discomfort and how much the meds are affecting him. All we know is that we're on this one-way path and have to ride it and overtake obstacles whenever we can.

We have plans to spend a few days in France with some of our very best friends during the chemo break. Man is not supposed to travel but we are literally within driving distance of home so we're flipping the bird to myeloma and are going to spend time with our favourite Scottish people for laughs, hugs and great food. Bread and cheese, here we come!

I read the following on Monday, I want to share with anyone reading and everyone who feels challenged:

'To those living life without consideration, take time to appreciate those closest...we can't all do it alone. ...stop being a dickhead, cherish the ones that go out of their way to speak to you and ask you if your day was ok...Don't be careless, everyone's been through shit...turn the negative into positive, push through and be something they never thought you'd be. 

If I could have something to remember me by it would be this: forget your past troubles, appreciate the present and DON'T anticipate the future. Live and LOVE every day as it comes, life's too short to get caught up and bitter...live life without nonsense and drama.'

TW, aged 22. Died of a broken heart but left us with the wisest words. Be at peace xxx


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