My oncologist called back yesterday regarding my PET scan results. Evidently, the effects of the radiation therapy are so pronounced it’s hard to see whether the tumor is gone, or just obscured by “infiltrate” (I believe that can mean scar tissue or areas of atelectasis; collapse of lung tissue). She’ll consult with a radiologist prior to meeting with me next Thursday and, hopefully, the news will be good.
It’s a rather gloomy Friday, and I’m struggling to not let the so-far ambiguous scan results, the events of an emotionally rough work week and the effects of insomnia keep me down. My wife alerted me that overnight drizzle had left gorgeous droplets on leaves and flowers in our yard. Once I got behind the lens, emotional gloom blurred into obscurity and another beautiful day leapt into focus. Here are some shots of those things we’re advised to stop and smell, even on the worst of days.
Love the way you write. Always so clear and concise.
Chin up, this sounds like good news.
Love and Light, Aunt Karen
I’d say so far, the health news is good. And the flowers are lovely!
l love the way you write, Joyce. Every. Word. Is. Perfect.
In spite of attacks from all sides, you’ are trying very hard, and managing to keep a cheerier outlook. Not easy to do, but you are doing it…count it as a victory, Joyce!! Just remember that certain negative elements are programmed to bring one down and resist them because they are just not worth it. You’ve taken the upper hand and are wise to say, enough is enough. Checkmate (right)!….They’e not small victories by any
means (iImportant, meaningful and keeping your compass pointed in the right direction). Jolly good show….love you much. It’s been a wonderful Friday!!
I was experiencing the same June gloom here in L.A. When your post reminded me how simple it is to choose to focus on the beautiful, I went and smelled some flowers in my own garden.
Thanks.
/Paul
You are loved by many, Joyce, including your gorgeous roses.What you have been and still are enduring, physically and emotionally, helps everyone put life into perspective. The nice thing is that you are so cognizant of the perspective.
I always look forward to the next report, no matter what.
Bonnie
Beautiful photo.
beautiful picture