Day 334

Todays' photo inspiration is #open-minded.

 "Books and minds only work when they are open" - James Dewar 

Day 333

Today's photo inspiration is #frame

A single frame or pictures on a wall.. displaying memories, blessings and the love of family. 

Day 332

Today's photo inspiration is #thankful_for

 I am so very thankful for the love distance nor time nor illness could erase.

Day 331

Today's photo inspiration is #candlelight

"We owe a lot to Thomas Edison - if it wasn't for him, we'd be watching television by candlelight." - Milton Berle :) 

Day 330

Today's photo inspiration is #silver

My niece Aliana and her new silver wishbone earrings I just bought her. She said her wish is that i remain cancer free :)

Day 329

Today's photo inspiration is #abstract

"When friends and lovers die and your world gets quieter; that's when the silence comes closer; that's when next isn't the least bit theoretical or abstract." - Bruce Jackson

Day 328

Today's photo inspiration is #relayed

Its been relayed and decided by my nieces and nephew that their movie of choice is Thor. I have no choice but to comply.

Week 48 Photo Challenges

Day 327

Today's photo inspiration is #BFF

Hanging in Florida with my baby brothers and BFF..love these guys.

Day 326

Today's photo inspiration is #lost

This little lady bug got lost and somehow found her way in my kitchen. She promised me good luck and I with gratitude took her back outside so she could find her way home.

Day 325

Today's photo inspiration is #peace

How can I not feel at peace with this amazing view and a Valium. ;)

The good, the bad, the ugly and the beautiful

So it’s been quite awhile since I’ve updated and I apologize to those that are still interested in keeping up with my progress (not quite sure what the shelf life is for that). I wanted to write many times but couldn’t find the words.

So here is the update..

The good – My body cooperated enough that I was able to enjoy my birthday immensely. I got to witness a great friend get married, I had a lovely “staycation” at a fabulous hotel and even got to spend a couple of days on the Eastern Shore and enjoy the water and autumn leaves all thanks to the generosity of my friends. I also got a reconstruction or what some refer to as an “exchange” surgery date for December 19th. So one month from today I will be one step closer to feeling whole again.

The bad – I still have issues with severe nerve pain from the tissue expanders so my meds have been upped to counteract it which like most meds gives you other unwanted side effects like loss of focus and memory and hand tremors so that’s become a great conversation piece. Again, the hope is that after the expanders are removed the nerve pain will go away. Let’s hope the depression and anxiety kick rocks as well.

The ugly – After some weird symptoms I’ve had to get several tests done including a sonogram and biopsy to rule out uterine cancer. I should find out those results this week so please keep me in your prayers as I have already packed up my “I have cancer” t-shirt with the rest of my summer clothes and I really don’t feel like going into the attic to get it.

The beautiful – I continue to be blessed with the love and support of my friends, family and workmates with their visits, cards and donations. I was recently humbled and overwhelmed in particularly by the amazing generosity of my cousin Eboni and her family with a donation I received and while her donation was more than I ever expected please know that every penny I receive, big or small helps and is greatly appreciated.

So that’s it for now, I’ll try to get better with my updates. I’ll try to get better..period.

Love and Light

Asabi

Day 324

Today's photo inspiration is #my_ride

Hoping Santa will upgrade my ride.for Christmas. I think I've been a good girl this year. :) 

Day 323

Today's photo inspiration is #lines

 Lines in Starbucks during the morning rush just can't be avoided. :(

Day 322

Today's photo inspiration is #in_these_shoes.

 In these shoes I do my usual doctor waiting room bit...good times. I do my usual doctor waiting room bit...good times. 

Music Mondays - "Autumn Leaves"

Eva Cassidy's rendition of "Autumn Leaves" 

This may very well be my most favorite song of all times. A great talent gone too soon.

The falling leaves drift by the window

The autumn leaves of red and gold

I see your lips, the summer kisses

The sunburned hands I used to hold

Since you went away the days grow long

And soon I'll hear old winter's song

But I miss you most of all my darling

When autumn leaves start to fall

Day 321

Today's photo inspiration is #currently_reading

Currently reading the Sientra Patient Planning Guide for Breast Reconstruction. The next surgery will be here in no time. But I have a hard enough time picking out my clothes let alone what kind of implants :)...but I'm soo ready for the next step! 

Week 47 Photo Challenges

Day 320

Today's photo inspiration is #incognito.

Chyna playing shy and being incognito. Or she could just be tired of me taking pictures.

Day 319

Today's photo inspiration is #clouds

 "Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky." -Rabindranath Tagore

Day 318

Today's photo inspiration is #whatever.

 "call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family,whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one." - Jane Howard

Big Hugs to my cousin Paul xoxo

Day 317

Today's photo inspiration is #dessert

 The best dessert for a movie date. 

Day 316

Today's photo inspiration is #dinner.

Dinner with friends..spicy tuna rolls..yum! 

Day 315

Today's photo inspiration is #lunch

Lunch time fortune. Lets hope so..I have some lost time to make up for.

Music Mondays - Hallelujah

Jeff Buckley's rendition of the classic "Hallelujah"

Well I heard there was a secret chord
that David played and it pleased the Lord
But you don't really care for music, do you?
Well it goes like this:
The fourth, the fifth,
The minor fall and the major lift
The baffled king composing Hallelujah

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah...

Your faith was strong but you needed proof
You saw her bathing on the roof
Her beauty and the moonlight overthrew you
She tied you to her kitchen chair
She broke your throne and she cut your hair
And from your lips she drew the Hallelujah

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah...

Baby I've been here before
I've seen this room and I've walked this floor (you know)
I used to live alone before I knew you
And I've seen your flag on the marble arch
and love is not a victory march
It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah...

there was a time when you let me know
What's really going on below
But now you never show that to me, do you?
But remember when I moved in you
And the holy dove was moving too
And every breath we drew was Hallelujah

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah...

Maybe there's a God above
But all I've ever learned from love
Was how to shoot somebody who outdrew you
And it's not a cry that you hear at night
It's not somebody who's seen the light
It's a cold and it's a broken Hallelujah

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah...
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah...
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah

Day 314

Today's photo inspiration is #breakfast

 Mimosas with friends...the breakfast of champions. :)

Week 46 Photo Challenges

Day 313

Today's photo inspiration is #decorate

 "I try to decorate my imagination as much as I can " - Frank Schubert 

Day 312

Today's photo inspiration is #jump

Nothing makes me jump more than being in a dark parking garage..looking up and seeing this staring back at me..yikes.

Day 311

Today's photo inspiration is #I_found

 I found love in the form of a caramel and chocolate apple...don't judge me. :)

Day 310

Today's photo inspiration is #words

A book gifted by a dear friend. No truer words were ever said. 

Day 309

Today's photo inspiration is #mix and match

 Mix and match pillows on my sofa.  I think it may be time for a decorating remix. 

Day 308

Today's photo inspiration is #many

 "Many a trip continues long after movement in time and space have ceased." - John Steinbeck 

Day 307

Today's photo inspiration is #throwback

A throwback pic of the Chicago home I spent my early years. Funny how it seemed like a mansion when I was four. Lol

Week 45 Photo Challenges

Day 306

Today's photo inspiration is #foreign

 "Personally, I like two types of men - domestic and foreign." - Mae West   :)

Day 305

Today's photo inspiration is #you_today

Getting use to my new low maintenance Marley Twists which will make life so much easier during my recovery.