September 28, 2005, 12:04 pm

Hi All,

Just want to let you know I go for blood work again tomorrow. I'm feeling kinda worn out this week. I was wondering why then remembered the Doctor had said the 2nd week after treatment is harder. I thought in terms of feeling sicker but I suppose he meant in terms of energy.

Nausea is a forgotten story....and it really shows from the stuff I'm eating. BAD!!!! I've gone back (as of this morning) to adding lots of juice and fruits to my diet so that I get the right stuff into my body. My next project is to try and take a few minutes walk every evening. Only problem with putting this down is you might start asking if I've started. But its good coz I do need to do it. The healthier I am spiritually, emotionally, physically, etc the better for me in terms of coping with the treatment.

I started going for counselling last week and had another session this morning. Its a one on one and has really been helpful to start me processing the issues I need to. I'm not yet quite ready to join a support group.

My main lesson of the week has been that God is still in control (yes, Vera, it has sunk in) and I'm still on track in terms of His plan for my life. This is not a detour or a stop, more like a bump or valley - you know, like the one's David talked about. After all, whose life is a long, straight, flat, eventless road. Some go through higher peaks and some through lower valleys but the important thing to remember is who is with us, or even carrying us when we need it. His rod and staff they comfort me - and His word, and His saints (you guys) and His angels, and His songs (through the many people He has inspired). There is so much to keep me going. He is wonderful.

May you continue to be encouraged, even as you encourage me.

Walking in His power!
Dee