A GOOD OVERLOAD
OVERLOAD...but a good overload
I am, admittedly, a person who can't tolerate confusion very well. I seem to be able to stand just so much and then my brain shuts down. It's not a new problem; I've had it all my life. With that said I can tell you that having four painters in my house for going on two weeks now is pushing me to the edge. Added to that were visits from Bob's daughter and her two dogs (one of which is the cutest little puppy ever!), a brief visit from my two nephews and the favorite ex-wife of my brother, Barry, (which was a real treat), a broken refrigerator at our rental house which needed to be replaced, a chemo appointment, gardening chores and "stuff" everywhere!!!
The visits were the treat. I loved having Dee and "the boys" here (the boys being the dogs) and along with them his other daughter, Suzy, and her son Mason. In fact we had dinner at Suzy's after Dee arrived - Bob prepared the salmon and salad, which was excellent - and Suzy did the rice, broccoli and veggie dips. It was wonderful for me because I did nothing!!
As far as my condition is concerned I am feeling pretty darn good. My appetite is returning and I am hoping to find a good nutritionist who can help me with my diet.
I've been thinking positive thoughts so that I can go to Provence with my two friends in exactly ONE MONTH! I've made all the arrangements with the exception of our rental car so everything is pretty much in place. I can't tell you how much I am looking forward to this trip so you can expect some interesting blogs come the beginning of June (or sooner if I decide to take my laptop with me).
One day later... My visit with the oncologist yesterday went very well and we mapped out a plan for my chemo appointments up until I leave for Provence. She is writing a letter for me to take along explaining my condition and the need for me to have the Oxycontin with me, so I think I am all set in that respect.
And today is sponging day in the kitchen. I chose a Tuscan orange color for the walls which the three painters and I are sponging to create a mottled effect. It is turning out much better than I expected so my kitchen is going to look very different. Pictures follow...
Dee and Bruder - Moto's new "brother"
This is Moto - a Leonberger breed
Bruder again posing for the photographer
Sleepy Bruder 4/18/2010
Drew, Ginny, me, Bob and Matt - April 2010
Sponging the dining area
Finally on the last couple of walls






