Spring Break-3/31

Hi All,

We had our week off last week. It was perfect because I had my first break from the chemo. I had the whole week off. No poking needles...Hooray!! It was good to feel good while the kids were out. We really didn't do anything too special. Larry didn't have the time off so we did not go anywhere. But it was so nice the have relaxing mornings for a whole week!! I was able to go through all the kids clothes and hand-me-downs and get rid of the stuff they had out grown. What a monumental task. I did one kid a day. So many piles to go through. We really are blessed when it comes to hand-me-downs. And at this point, the kids love it!! Not sure what will happen in the teen years. But, we will get there when we get there.

My Dad and StepMom Dorothy took the kids overnight one night too. That was really a blessing to have a morning to relax and and just have a break from the busyness. The doctor said that I still need to rest even on the weeks I have a break. At least now I don't feel guilty when I rest.

Also, we got our garden planted!! Hooray!! We pulled out all the weeds. Larry moved some of the Strawberries that are now going gangbusters on us. Then he went and rented a rototiller. Then yesterday, He and the girls put in the seeds. I think we will be having some corn, peas, carrots, radishes, sunflowers and maybe even watermelon and cantaloupe if it works. We have not done the last two in the past yet. Later we will plant the Pumpkins since they don't need to go in until June. It is always so fun to watch them grow. The kids love the whole process!! I guess most of our ancestors were farmers at one time or another. It's just in our blood!

I started my 2nd round of chemo today. I'm feeling really good at the moment. I have noticed a pattern and this is typical. My challenging days are Tues and Wed. so far. I'm looking forward to going away this weekend the the Land of Raisens!! Selma California!! My friend Jamie is turning 40 and our friend Ann in flying out from IL on Thurs. and we will journey north for the weekend. It will be a really fun getaway and I am really looking forward to it. Pray for Larry. He is taking the kids camping to Carpentaria with his Sister Lauri and Brother Wally's families and other friends. Hopefully He will do fine with it all. He will just be spending the night Friday night. They will be back later Saturday.

As usual I feel blessed to have so many people praying for us. I know I am doing so well because God's people cared enough to pray for me. I feel so loved!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!

Lots of love, Peggy