Good Days and Bad Days

It is early morning, but I did sleep good. I have had a few bad days lately but I woke up today feeling good. Today is going to be a good day.

A positive attitude is very important in having a good day. As I look at my hands as I type this, I see the black streaks in my nails thanks to chemo, my nails are brittle and for some reason my hands are blotchy with dark patches. I would like to be able to put on nail polish and cover the streaks, but my job won't allow nail polish. I could be mad about that, instead I think...I am saving money on manicures...thinking positive!

I have a couple of appointments today...I get to choose what wig to wear. I have no hair, I am saving money on hair products. Since we have to wear masks I only need to put on some eyeliner and my fake lashes.

Growing up practically on the river, we had boats. We learned to swim and waterski. My dad taught us how to waterski. He told me, don't say " I'm not gonna get up"...if you say that you are already defeated. He was right. He taught many people to waterski and those that didn't ever make it up were ones who were saying "I'm not going to get up" as they were putting on the skis.

I feel good. The neuropathy is ugly, but I am not feeling dizzy and ill like I was on Tuesday. I am taking Ibuprofen like my Doctor told me, to help with the muscle and joint pain. Later today I will soak in my hot tub, that really helps with aches and pains.

My taste buds are messed up too. Meat tastes bland. Macaroni and cheese, the good stuff, not box, tastes terrible. But I am going out to lunch with a childhood friend anyway. Food may taste icky, but I am going for the visiting, the laughter and the friendship.

Today is going to be a good day. The world may be crazy...the virus is still going strong...and I still have cancer. But today is going to be a good day!!