A year ago today the weather was much the same, but close to the same time I’m writing this journal entry my world would be changed forever. Today marks a year, a year of fighting, and so much has changed. Not just my physical appearance, but much of how I view the world, and the things that matter most. I’ve very much lived in the moment of each day over the last year, not trying to focus on the future and predict what may or may not happen, and trying not to overthink the past. Each day is a blessing, renewed hope, another step forward.
I have reflected recently just thinking about how much has happened to make it to this point. At times when I feel like I wasn’t getting better fast enough, I think wow well just in February I could barely walk from the parking ramp at UIHC to the skywalk before I would need a wheelchair, in March I made it all the way to the clinic walking, which may not seem like a lot but anyone who has walked this journey fighting cancer can probably relate. It’s those small victories that give me hope, glimmers of myself slowly returning.
Today I’m not going to complain about all the challenges ahead, or the symptoms I still struggle with and what is to come. Today I will be grateful. Grateful for another year, renewed hope, and the possibility that it might just be ok.
What I ask of anyone reading this is to say a prayer. Say a prayer for those just starting their fight, for those still fighting, and those who need comfort and peace.
1. Do the things
2. Let them
3. Don’t let the negative thoughts win
4. Be kind
5. Help one another
I’ll update on where I’m at in my journey on another post, today is just about being blessed for today, a year later. Peace, prayers, and positive vibes💕
