Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Its still me in here

This past weekend I went to birthday party for an old friend. We first met as newly weds and impending new mothers. Our husbands had been friends and we enjoyed each others company, too. Now, years later, our daughters are life long friends, too. Many of people at the afternoon party were neighbors and work associates that I did not know. My sparkle factor was not great due to recent chemo and radiation. I felt the situation demanded that I extend myself more since few knew me pre-cancer. My friend and her daughter did a lot to introduce me as a very active friend of longstanding to the other guests.
So here I am with my little embroidered denim cap, TED hose and walker trying to be me. You know me - sexy, healthy, graceful, fun.

Reading local humor columist John Kelso helped me focus on how I feel
"No telling how long the recuperation will last. But I think I'm going to make it. So, stop looking at me like I'm dead. It's still me in here, even though I sound a little funny. " http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/2009/07/28/0728kelso.html
That message is one for me - its still me so be my best self.
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  1. Phil and SusanJuly 30, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    Hi Peggy,

    Its Phil and Susan here in Colorado. TR and Janie hooked us up with your blog. I am not a frequent blogger but I will try and understand how to do it. I will be retiring Sept. 1st and we will move back to Texas near San Marcos. There are years to catch up on so we can begin in person when we return. Meanwhile we will keep up with your progress on line. I know that all will be well!

    Peace and love to all,
    Phil

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  2. Peggy's Unique CancerJuly 30, 2009 at 11:55 AM

    Phil, I look forward to catching up!
    Thanks for the support. I am doing everything I can for a good outcome.
    Love and Peace, Peggy

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  3. CandaceAugust 2, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    Peggy,
    Even though I hadn't seen you in a long time prior to Dad's impromptu memorial, I would have known you anywhere. You ARE still you and delightfully so. You may not feel "sparkly" (understandably so), but your sparkle is most definitely still there. I was so pleased to see you and look forward to seeing you again soon.
    Hang in there.
    Candace

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  4. Peggy's Unique CancerAugust 2, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    Thanks Candace!I hope to see you in Oct.
    Peggy

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