Sending monarch butterflies

As anyone who follows my blog regularly knows, Tom and I have been going to Cambridge every chance we get to allow for some R&R. About a month ago, on one such weekend, as I sat outside enjoying the beautiful view and perfect warm weather, I began praying to thank God for all the good things in my life. As I prayed, I started talking to my Dad and Tom's Mom and Dad, and my brother and sister. (all of whom are deceased; now I don't know how you feel about talking to dead people, but I believe they hear us and can answer us!)

Well this day, I asked (in frustration) for a response to whether or not I was heading in the right direction as far as my treatment was going. I asked for "anyone, someone to send me a sign if I was moving in the right direction." "Send me monarch butterflies!"

On Saturday, Tom and I drove to Cambridge to hold a 'ground breaking' celebration before our foundation goes in this week. It was just a little photo op for posterity. As we stood in the middle of the site with shovel and camera in hand, there appeared a monarch butterfly which landed right in the kitchen area!

My answer can't be any clearer!

Till next time! :-) Bets

Second successful week!

Just wanted to let everyone know that I am home after my 2nd treatment. Things went about the same; a little nausea controlled by medication and few other side effects. I am feeling a little weak and dizzy when walking, but hopefully will gain strength when my appetite returns. I am soooo glad to be home!
Tom and the boys are doing well also. Tom is planning a trip to Cambridge for the Veteran's day holiday next week. I am looking forward to that (to recharge my batteries!) Kevin and Andrew are finishing up with midterm exams. Andrew is going to Virginia this weekend for certification in Scuba diving. He is really looking forward to that. Kevin is caught up in football and the World Series, following the Patriots and the Yankees. Looks like the Yankees are headed for a win... we'll see tonight!
My next admission is planned for Nov 16,2009. That will be my third cycle with one more to go. I should be recovered enough to participate in some holiday fare the following week. (Family members :Get your flu shots for seasonal flu and H1N1 now so no one brings anything with them to share for the holiday.)
Till next time... :-) Bets