What is that song? "More bitter than sweet ..." or is it, "More sweet than bitter ..."? Anyway, it's been running through my head today as I celebrated my 55th birthday.
If there's one thing I've learned from life with cancer, it's to enjoy the moment. And I did that today and also on Sunday, when I had my birthday dinner with my boys.
Thanks for all the gifts. Ellana, you bought me a sweater today. Thanks. Another friend made me a loaf of pumpkin bread, and Monica gave me some portraits of Younger Son that are really special.
Monica and Laurie made me a birthday dinner, and we got caught up. Laurie has been to Russia and back since the three of us were together last, so we had lots to talk about.
The bittersweet part is remembering people who are gone. My father, who didn't live long enough to know my sons. My brother, who died of colon cancer at age 54. And my cousin Susie, who was exactly two weeks older than me. She was killed in a car accident more than 30 years ago. I'm close to my aunt, who always has a tough time at this time of year.
Today was a full day. And I'm grateful.
@ Jeanne Sather 2009.
I'm glad you had a good Birthday.
And I'm beaming supportive thoughts for the forthcoming treatment too :-)
Posted by: Lindsay | November 17, 2009 at 11:48 PM
Hi Jeanne, I'm glad it was a full day. I know what you mean about the bittersweet part. I'm 52 and there are more and more losses in my life. That's the hard part to me about this age. Take care, Carver
Posted by: carver | November 18, 2009 at 05:23 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
I wish I was there to take you out for a big dinner and get you mind off all your troubles...thank you for all you've done for me!
Brian
Posted by: Brian (DocSwill) | November 18, 2009 at 12:06 PM
I've been thinking about you; happy birthday. Love to you.
Posted by: amy | November 20, 2009 at 03:05 PM