There is a verse from the Bible that has often sustained me since I was a teenager. Psalm 30:5: "... weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning". Even during times when I thought my world was crushed, there was indeed a morning that brought new joy and restored happiness. When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, a friend who had heard those same words in her life, cautioned me to 'Remember it's a season, not a lifetime.'
Yesterday was a hard day. I started the series of Taxol treatments on Thursday, hoping it would be easier than the Adriamycin/Cytoxan. So far I can't say that it's easier, just a different set of side-effects. Not nearly as much nausea, but muscle & deep bone pain. My hands & feet look like they're very badly sunburned. Blisters between my fingers. This morning they aren't quite as tender; I'm hoping the blisters heal in a couple more days. I have meds to take for the pain, creams to put on my hands. So on this cool, damp, fall day, I'll rest and give my body a chance to heal, and wait for morning.
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I wish I could be there with you, Sis...maybe some warm soup and companionable silence to help fill the time until morning. I am grateful for technology that let's us "touch" across the miles.
ReplyDeleteI used to resist electronics & technology, but I've learned it keeps those dearest to us just a click away. I'm thankful for the people with enough patience to teach me how to use them !
ReplyDeleteWould soaking in a bath help? Seems like nice epsom salt maybe with a nice fragrance might be just the ticket. Sorry that this course also has its challenges. Know that we are sending happy thoughts your way!
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ReplyDeleteI'm thinking just exactly that, Sue. Even a nice, looooong shower just before bed would probably help. And thanks for the positive thoughts !
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