I’m thankful for friends with trucks, weimaraners named Daisy, pizza with crispy crust, and satin pajamas.

I’m thankful it was a beautiful day outside, and also for these sunny flowers from the yard that I combined with a few leftover flowers from those sent to me after my surgery.

Today I felt better, both physically and emotionally. I don’t like to feel sorry for myself too long. And I had a dear friend stop by with a gift bag themed to make me laugh, and it’s hard to stay sad when you’re laughing. I just love the silliness of this.

Only a good friend would know when a bathroom-themed gift was necessary. It helped and I’m thankful.

I’m thankful for a sweet treat on a warm day.

I’m still enjoying the flowers that were delivered to me last week. I love that they’re lasting so long. I’m thankful for that. I’m also thankful today for a quick visit from my friend, Ann. The weather was perfect for a chat on the deck, sunny but with a slightly cool breeze.

I had a follow up visit with my plastic surgeon today. It appears things are healing well, but I have to keep my drain tubes in for at least another week. I was disappointed but it makes sense. I don’t want to screw anything up by rushing the process.

I’m thankful that I’m healing. I’m also thankful for the help my mom has been while she’s here. Not only has she been helping me get dressed and wash my hair, she’s also organized several closets. Yay!

Today I am thankful for the support of friends. I’ve had several people send me encouraging text messages, and a couple who texted to let me know they left something at our front door. One was a gift with some beer for Patrick, lotion, and this awesome pillow. So cool!

The other package contained a variety of button down shirts, which I really need and had a hard time finding. It was incredibly generous and thoughtful. I can’t wait to wear them!

I’m also thankful for Patrick’s sister Vanessa whose birthday is today. She’s someone who is also supportive and generous and funny. I’m lucky to have her in my life.

Today I received this card from my sister Laura with a message of encouragement for my recovery. But the words on the front of the card go both ways. Today is her birthday, and I wish we lived close enough to celebrate together.

She is one of my older sisters, and the one who also has breast cancer. She’s been such a great support for me every step of my cancer ordeal, and I’m beyond grateful for her. Not only because she’s been a sounding board for me lately but also because she’s a role model for gratitude. She’s the person who is always optimistic and always sees the best in people.

Laura is giving, kind, and has a gentle soul. I’m thankful to have her in my life.

Patrick and I had big plans for cleaning around the house today. Stuff like pulling out the carpet cleaner and also cleaning dog beds. Instead, we went searching for button up shirts that I’ll need next week after surgery since I won’t be able to pull anything over my head for a while. I ordered a few, including button up pajama shirts, from Amazon but only a couple worked. One was too big; the pajamas had a weird stain on them.

I did get the dogs bathed and washed all the blankets they like to lounge on. Their fur is always so soft and they smell so good on bath day. It’s too bad Chance hates water and sings the song of his people the entire time he’s getting scrubbed. It’s funny and sad at the same time. Needless to say, we try not to bathe him too often.

I’m thankful that Patrick took me shopping and drove because I hate driving. And then made yummy BLTs with fresh tomatoes from our garden. I’m also thankful that I found a couple shirts that will work for me post surgery and beyond. It’s a good day when we get things done and have a bit of fun.