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Today is my last round of chemo, the hardest one to boot. I haven’t been looking forward to it even though it is the last one. My last round of chemo was such a nightmare and these past two weeks recuperating were so lovely, making a pecan pie, enjoying my spring flowers and playing with the motley crew.
I may have been recuperating physically but emotionally I have been demoralized fighting against depression and anxiety. This has been a tough fight, it is almost over but the uncertainty is still to be, I won’t know for sure anything for at least two months.
I hope getting back into the rhythm of writing will be helpful, I know I need some comfort and succor and writing does it for me.
The pecan pie was a hit, my mother gave me her seal of approval, no small feat.
Stanley has grown into a giant and he isn’t done growing!
Spring flowers are putting smiles on my face as I walk outside, when the sun eventually comes out I am sure the light will brush the darkness away.
laurieanichols 
How lovely to hear from you! And I’m so happy the end of your fight is in sight. I looked at your three photos and I saw all the things you love – except for your family☺I had a little chuckle because it’s the kind of thing I do.
Depression is natural after the hammering your body has taken. Don’t feel bad about it; but don’t let it win either. I hope your doctors are helping you with it.
I am so happy to hear from you, I’m braving my Kindle to write this. Welcome back!
Tilly dearest!!!!! I will continue writing, writing the first post back was the hardest, I wasn’t sure on the tone or the content, now that I broke the silence I’ll be back to my usual schedule or as close to it as possible. I feel honored that you braved your Kindle lol. Funny I didn’t included the family, I do that at times they don’t mind I think. Lol
The tone and content was fine – it’s your blog; you can write what you like 🙂 Very glad to see you blogging again at all.
Hang in there. Depression was a problem for me too. It’s natural in this situation. It gets better with time. Do what you can to distract your mind and lift your spirits. You’ll start feeling better once you’re done with that chemo.
Andrew you know of what you write, the depression is a tough one. Chemo and radiation is hard both together or separately what a barbaric life experience.
And both can cause depression. Take care of yourself, before you know it this will just be a bad memory.
We’ve been waiting on pins and needles! So glad to hear from and are all behind your recovery! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Sorry it took so long, the side effects really got me down, I’m doing better now. Love you sweetie!
I hope the recovery goes well and remission is lengthy. Your irises and your pooches look ready to console and uplift. And that pecan pie. Sigh.
I have been thinking of you every day, Laurie, so it is wonderful to hear your wonderful voice again. Keep writing. Lots of love xxxxxxxx
Jules sweetie, I think of you all the time, you are my friend so even if I’m not writing, I’m still keeping you in my heart xxoooo
Lovely pics 👍 All the best for the last round and recovery.
Thanks Sandra, it’s hard but I am giving it my best. 😀
Hi Laurie, its great that your writing again. Depression is so hard,try to stay positive.Great pictures, will pray your recovery goes well.
Kate.
Thanks Kate your words of encouragement are so welcome and helpful. 😀
Glad you are doing well, my dad gave up after one treatment. He died too young, stubborn. He hated me in his end. Not Him, so he is forgiven. I am a christian and I am praying for you. Love you dear friend ♥ if you NEEEEED ANYTHING let me know I will get it for you…I mean it anything!! Jackie
Thanks Jackie, it’s so sad about you dad. I am fighting as hard as I can. I appreciate your prayers and thoughts Jackie love you. 😀
So, it was a marathon. That pie looks scrumptious, I’ll be arriving art 22:30, so I’ll just get a taxi to your place.
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Ak, you must be exhausted. You’ve been on my mind the whole time – there is so little I can say – you now own an experience that only others who’ve been through can share.
What I send is my concern, my smile, and the hope that this was ask that was required of you; that you find yourself healed and happy.
Onward.
You are welcome anytime you like! You have been such a beacon of support and hope, I know which you I always have my cheerleader and it means a lot!