It was one year ago today that I had surgery to remove cancer from my body. The emotion of this day caught me by surprise, and I spent most of my off time today trying to figure out why.
This past year has been a year of uncertainty, of gratitude, of worry, of relief, of...I don't know. To me the whole thing seems like it's a big ol' Six Flags Over Texas Judge Roy Scream Roller Coaster ride.
The Judge Roy Scream was a famous old-fashioned wooden roller coaster. It was a huge thrill that shook you, rattled you, tossed you around high and low, fast and slow, until at last you rolled laughing and screaming back into the starting gate. It was really something.
That's a fairly accurate description of this past year.
But on this day, my one year anniversary of the beginning of the rest my life, there is one absolute.
Today, I am grateful.
I am grateful to God that He is allowing me to continue on the road to health.
I am grateful for you, my husband. You are my rock... my anchor. There are no words to adequately express how I feel about you and your immeasurable love and support, so I won't even try. I hope you know.
To all of my friends who have offered prayers, sent good thoughts and healing vibes - thank you. I appreciate you. You have been my strength when I have none.
and this...
has been quite a ride.
I have been on the Judge Roy -- both literally and symbolically over the past year -- and I think it's a very apt analogy. Take care of yourself, and we're all pulling for you. Best wishes as always, GA!
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