Today was especially warm for our parts but that didn't stop Christina and me from taking the dogs to Discovery Lake for a nice stroll. The fragrance of pine trees and decomposing leaves woke up my senses. Ahhh... those are smells to live for.
At the very beginning of walk we crossed a wooden bridge that shaded by large sycamore trees... we stood there for awhile because there was a wonderful cool breeze coming up from the canyon. We took in the air and it was good. We continued on the trail looking at plants, trees and a few critters like squirrels, duck and butterflies. The butterflies were plentiful today. It must be the time of year for them. The most prolific today were the black & yellow ones - about 4 inches in size. They were everywhere. At one point, we sat on a bench and watched the butterflies and talked.
We talked about her cancer and treatment. She seems very accepting of whatever will be required of her. I pray her body is strong enough. I know her soul will live forever, but the human body can only take so much. I told her that I am prepared to do whatever I have to do to help her through this. She is always so appreciative. She is so tired and needs to rest. I admire her for getting out there today to walk. It was her idea. I wanted to do something, but she suggested the walk. We continued around the lake, sat once more in a shady area and then headed back to the car for the short drive home. I imagine she rested for most of the day after that. She needs it... after all she just had surgery to remove part of the tumor in her skull. What a brave woman.
She has a difficult road ahead with chemo and radiation... again, I hope and pray her body is strong enough.
I had a wonderful time today with my daughter and hope we can do it again soon.
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