Hello - Sunday morning and another beautiful day - awesome for November. Speaking of November - or should I say MOvember - Brandon is growing his Moustache in an effort to raise funds for prostate cancer. So check it out - www.movember.com
Just chatted with my sister Bev on Skype - however the line wasn't very good today - so ended up calling her on the phone in the end. Technology is not perfect!!
Had a nice day with my daughter yesterday. We went to my favourite optician and picked out some new glasses. I have yet to have my eyes tested for the latest prescription, but wanted to get things in the works in case I did not feel like trekking downtown in the next little while. So she did all the measuring and got things ready to go once she receives the prescription. It was a beautiful day - we had Italian food at Diplomatico and people were sitting out on the patio enjoying the sunshine and having a beer. Perfect!
Friday I had a Reflexology treatment - just one of the services offered through Hearth Place. I didn't quite know what to expect - thought I might be able to do some ballet once I was done, but it didn't quite work that way!!! lol It was an enjoyable experience though and I enjoyed chatting with Bruce - a very interesting man, who has done a lot of very good things for people during his life. I look forward to the next time. I think George is ok with me seeing another man every now and again!! :)
I also decided to stop into a place called Blossom to look at wigs. I called ahead and so they were expecting me. Met with Yvonne who sat with me and talked about my situation and what I was looking for. They provide the whole package if you need it, i.e. wig consultation, hair cutting, head care products, manicure, pedicures. It is a nice experience. I tried on several wigs - some I loved and some I hated. So I narrowed it down somewhat and now just want a second opinion. They cut/shave your head once the hair starts to 'release'!! I liked that word - and I guess some people are sensitive about the hair falling out - so this is a gentle way of saying it. You have a private consultation - they have little booths and they pull the curtains together so you don't have to be seen if you don't want to be. For me, it is no big deal, but I guess for others, it is a traumatic thing.
So I am getting prepared. I feel strong, but at the same time am terrified. I know I will be reluctant to walk into that chemo room. Had a little tour last week and every chair was full - the waiting room is always busy - cancer is rampant. As I waited for my appointment on Thursday, I sat beside a couple, about my age I think - the husband was keep patting her knee, and they both looked scared. I mentioned that it was a beautiful day out and that I know we would rather be somewhere else - she seemed relieved that someone had spoken to her and it was like an ice breaker. Another gentleman came in and the nurse asked him how he was doing - he said "I'm surviving". An appropriate comment in the cancer waiting room. The lady and I looked at each other and laughed - I guess that is what we are all doing - surviving!! I was then called for my appointment, but I was wishing I had more time to spend with the lady next to me. I think she needed a friend. Perhaps I will see her again.
Well - I had better get up now and do some jobs. Laundry is waiting and I have procrastinated enough about the plant pots - yes - they are still not put away.
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