Yes! Spring is officially here. Two weeks ago, on one of those "not so good days" I sat up on the side of the bed, raised the window blind and was immediately met with the sight of a beautiful Cardinal gathering dried grass for a nest. My first instinct was to grab the camera but then I paused and decided to just "capture" the moment in my mind least I miss the moment all together while going for the camera. That proved to be the best decision ever because I then saw my first Robin of the season. I joked with a friend that these Robins look like Cornish Game Hens. Where they wintered over must have been very productive where food was concerned. While watching these birds I then overheard a flock of wild geese flying over and have continued to hear them almost every day. I also had a large flock of crows in my backyard which made the cat run and hide. Sunday I saw my first Blue Bird and it was as round as it was tall...LOL.
The crazy gray squirrels in my backyard have provided me with hours of entertain. My retired neighbors (who I adore) feed the squirrels and yet they come to my backyard for hours to dig up acorns.
They make such a game out of the hunt. They just crack me up. 
Two days ago I took a stroll around my yard and saw lots of buds on my bushes and trees, bulbs emerging through the ground, and a greening of the grass. IT"S ALL GOOD!So yes, I too have been anticipating and finally enjoying this season of new beginnings. Today RITA'S is on my agenda. On my way home from the Cancer Center (Neulasta injection today) I will stop to get a sugar free pineapple gelati made with their fat free custard.
Oh did I mention I am going to drive myself today. I have not driven my car since January 26. Saturn just returned it to me after doing some repairs and inspection and I feel confident that I can do this. It will allow Michael to go home after working all night and get some much needed sleep. He will then come over tonight and we will decide what to do about dinner.
Pizza is also on the menu for either tonight or tomorrow. I have not had fresh, steaming hot pizza in at least two years. I decided to celebrate losing my hair by having pizza at my favorite Italian pizza joint, Sal's Little Italy. I am playing this by ear as I see how my stomach is feeling after the next dose of preventive anti-nausea medication. I am hoping the kids and a few others will be able to join me too!
Right now I am trying to get in all of the pills I need to take BEFORE I eat breakfast. I am 30 minutes away from being able to eat breakfast. I am starved!!!!! Which is so new for me. I have not had an appetite for over two years and this last year especially has been extremely difficult on me digestively. So feeling hungry seems very strange to me. At first I thought I was sick...LOL......but then realized that this was true hunger. I have to eat small meals so I graze pretty much all day.
I am still waiting to see Julie, Joe, Travis and Stefani posting on here. And where are Holly and Justin? Nancy???????? I know you are out there!!!!!!! Athena and Laurie it was good to hear from you but where did you go? Where is Rob?
Are those living out of state planning on coming to PA (Justin and Holly's) for our June family gathering? Right now my entire family plan on being there (I may be a bit green around the gills depending on my Chemo). I hear camping is being offered in Justin's HUGE yard which just happens to be next to a wonderful lakeside park. I am hearing about a HUGE campfire, cooking over the fire and the grill, and camper space for those who do not have tents. Sounds like a good time to me!!!!! I hope to see everyone there!
Okay time to eat that breakfast, get a shower, and perhaps a nap since I have been up since 2:30. Then I am off to drive that car, perhaps will even visit the women's center and check out wigs!
Have a delightfully grand day!
Doris
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