Journal entry by Bruce Pugh —
Good Morning!
I know it's been awhile since my last entry and I want to give y'all an update. It has been four weeks since my last treatment and I am on the mend! Thanking God each day for his healing power I am getting stronger and actually eating solid food. I lost some weight and that will come back believe me as I love to eat! My taste buds are coming back and I know all will be good by Summer.
My support system throughout this journey has been more than tremendous. Again, I thank God for bringing me through this storm; for without Him I am nothing. Thanks to all my Family and Friends who sent prayers, text messages, phone calls, cards, or contributions. I am forever grateful for that outpouring of love and support.
A few things I've realized after going through something like this is that your Faith becomes stronger, each day is a gift, and little issues in life don't matter. To be honest I've always lived life to the fullest not sweating the small stuff. Slowing down the pace and taking time to absorb the simplest offerings life presents will be the flavor of the day. We get so consumed in everyday life; work, commitments, and other extra curricular activities that we don't take time to truly reflect and appreciate what we have versus what we don't. It gets lost in the sauce so to speak (sorry, another food reference!) So, to put this into perspective I am going to put the smoker on low and slow, sit back, and relish all life has to offer one bite at a time!
In closing, I want you to know with God's help and guidance this storm is running out of rain, the clouds are clearing, and the sun will shine through! I will update in a few weeks and again to all who continue this journey with me may God Bless y'all and I look forward to seeing you soon!
MUCH LOVE,
Bruce
I know it's been awhile since my last entry and I want to give y'all an update. It has been four weeks since my last treatment and I am on the mend! Thanking God each day for his healing power I am getting stronger and actually eating solid food. I lost some weight and that will come back believe me as I love to eat! My taste buds are coming back and I know all will be good by Summer.
My support system throughout this journey has been more than tremendous. Again, I thank God for bringing me through this storm; for without Him I am nothing. Thanks to all my Family and Friends who sent prayers, text messages, phone calls, cards, or contributions. I am forever grateful for that outpouring of love and support.
A few things I've realized after going through something like this is that your Faith becomes stronger, each day is a gift, and little issues in life don't matter. To be honest I've always lived life to the fullest not sweating the small stuff. Slowing down the pace and taking time to absorb the simplest offerings life presents will be the flavor of the day. We get so consumed in everyday life; work, commitments, and other extra curricular activities that we don't take time to truly reflect and appreciate what we have versus what we don't. It gets lost in the sauce so to speak (sorry, another food reference!) So, to put this into perspective I am going to put the smoker on low and slow, sit back, and relish all life has to offer one bite at a time!
In closing, I want you to know with God's help and guidance this storm is running out of rain, the clouds are clearing, and the sun will shine through! I will update in a few weeks and again to all who continue this journey with me may God Bless y'all and I look forward to seeing you soon!
MUCH LOVE,
Bruce
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