Much has transpired in my life since I last posted to this blog. The physical problems of January and February (spiking blood pressure, anxiety attacks, hyperthyroid problems, etc.) were only warning bells to a greater condition, discovered the first week of March- bladder cancer.
As I wrote in my other blog, a 2" malignant tumor was discovered in my bladder. It was safely and completely removed, pathology reports later confirmed no trace of it remained, and yet I am in the midst of a six-week preventative chemotherapy treatment to reduce the chances of any return. It has been the ride of my life, no doubt- a ride I'd have rather not taken, but found myself on anyway. God has been good to me though, as I am aware it could have been so much worse. It could have spread, could have been a more aggressive strain, could have been another, more deadly type altogether. I am thankful, in the midst of it all.
I have found myself, on days when I am able to take a motorcycle ride, much more aware of the small blessings all around me- the smell of spring flowers as I pass them roadside, the feel of slight temperature changes in and out of shade, the sounds of birds singing, the warmth of the sun on my face or neck, the feel of the wind in my face, and the people I get to meet wherever I find myself. Life is precious, sweet, and worth savoring each moment of.
God has been, and continues to be, very good to me. Whatever lies ahead, wherever the road leads, I know Who guides me, Who has me, and I will trust and not be afraid. Psalm 23
