Beloved Friends,

Thank you for your gracious calls,  cards and visits both in person and on-line. It has been 6 weeks since my oncologist gave me the choice of going back on a chemo that wasn't working or going on hospice, since my cancer has metastasized. I peacefully chose hospice and am now in a new place each day of accepting what comes to me and being grateful for all that is. I sometimes have a hard time getting a deep breath and I tire more easily, but I am feeling  very well.  

My children have surrounded and pampered me.  I have been surprised and elated by visitors,  including former students, and faithful friends. Time has such a way of not making room for friends as life gets busy  but memories remain vivid and reunions are sweet. I am so grateful.

I am grateful for every stage of my life, learning some things the hard way, and being blest in so many ways. Being part of the Becketwood community has been a huge blessing. I am surrounded by loving, kind, innovative and sincere people who generously give of themselves every day for the good of all. 

My Spirit is strong. I welcome short visits and try to take a short walk outside every day to be among the beauty of creation. My overwhelming emotion is gratitude for the beauty of family, friends, and all that God offers. The beauty of God's surrounds us and is within us.