::news from the cancer battlefield –
Dr. Cloven called me about an hour ago…as far as she and her associates can tell, the CT scan was clear!!! That means that there is a better chance that the cancer has not spread.  Lymph node testing will be done when I have the surgery to confirm.  

Thank you all for the continued prayers for my family and me. We appreciate it so very, very much.  

Linking up at Suscipio– come join us!

::faithful

praying for a bundle of intentions – so many friends and family need them.

::healthy

Still plugging along.  Eating right most of the time, and looking forward to cooler weather so I can get more outdoor exercise.

::pondering

How to smooth out the transition for Mom Pea moving here.

::creative

Knitting on a fall scarf.  I’m pretending that it isn’t a bazillion degrees outdoors.

::delicious

• Grilled Steak, potatoes, Tossed Salad
• Turkey Paninis and Carrot Sticks
• Bratwurst, Macaroni and Cheese, more Salad
• Hawaiian Pork Kabobs, Fresh Peas
• Grilled Flank Steak, Fresh tomatoes and more Salad
• Grilled Fish, Salad
• Grilled Chicken and Peaches, Corn Salad, Green Beans

Are you seeing a theme here? uh-huh. It’s called Cook As Much Stuff Outside as Possible and Eat Lots of Salad So That You Don’t Have to Turn on the Stove.

::fun

The Tour de Cure was brief this year.  We cut our ride short – only did 15 miles – because we had to be at Gordon’s funeral.  The best part was my Husband telling all his coworkers how great our kids are with their cycling!  Made my heart zing!

DirtBike, Princess Pea and The Architect. SUPER cool LMAero Jerseys!Me.  Riding my bicycle on the Texas Motor Speedway!

::looking ahead

Freshman Orientation for DirtBike, as well as finishing up summer reading.  School starts in ONE WEEK!!  The Architect working at the water park.  Mass in the middle of the week.  A quiet weekend.

Linking up at Suscipio– come join us!

Dear DirtBike and Architect – HA! I saw you with my own two eyes serving food  and clearing tables at the Giving Wings Dinner last night!  The truth is out:  you really do know know it’s done.

Do ya know what this means?

It means that at home, I should never have to remind you ever again to set and clear the dinner table!  Mwahahahaha!!  By the way, you both looked so grown up, working as waiters. You did a great job, not spilling anything on anyone’s lap.  Your Dad and I are very proud of you.

Dear Jim & Kathy –  I am continually astounded, year after year, of the amazing love and generosity that Stephen’s memory inspires.  We are honored to serve the foundation, doing what we can to help make a positive impact in our community.

Dear Linda – You win the prize for best picture ever!

It’s. So. CUTE!!!!

Dear Mr. Elko – Wow.  Just Wow.  Your speech last night was amazing.  The two phrases that are rattling in my head today are “Let go of your need to be right” and “BE a blessing”.  You left me with much to ponder.

Linking up with the Ladies at Suscipio.