Farmers Market, Friends & Family

Bobby, Gavin and Mackie arrived home safe from their weeklong roadtrip to Atlanta around 11pm last night. I feel better already just knowing they are here safe and there is energy back in the house. I woke up today feeling some of that energy and felt the desperate urge to get out of the house after not being out since Wednesday. I’ve been experimenting with my pain meds and it’s just not the right time to drive for me yet as much as I hate to admit that truth.

Bobby and I went to the Saint John Farmers Market and I felt like I was in another galaxy honestly, it was amazing to be out in the sunshine, see a bunch of dogs walking around and finally having an iced coffee since I’m six days from out from the oxaliplatin cold curse of my chemo.

I was overcome with emotion for the beauty of the day and then I saw a familiar face - Tony from AJ Specialties. We don’t know eachother well but he certainly knew of my cancer and took the time to come out from behind his vendor booth and share his support and prayers. He then graciously offered me a choice of one of his hats, I love it and really appreciate the gesture.

Another highlight of my day was a visit from Arthur and Michael, friends from many moons ago. I have the fondest memories of bringing my mom to their cafe, Scarborough Faire. They literally had the most delicious chicken salad and croissants, quiche and bread pudding. Well, despite a broken appetite and metallic taste buds I can say my lunch today was AMAZING. it’s equally scrumptious to the eye as it is to the mouth so I “plated” some pics for you to enjoy. Damn I miss my food adventures….

I am looking forward to dinner this evening, hoping to feel strong enough to get to the Lighthouse in Cedar Lake for something protein heavy.

Thank you Tony, Michael, Arthur for making today special. Thank you to my husband Bobby for being my rock and getting me out of the house.