March 14
LuLu
LuLu, our cat, had her spring bath and pedicure today. Not a happy day for LuLu. However, the cat groomer has a large group of animals waiting to be groomed or picked up. LuLu enjoys watching them. Like most females, she spends the rest of the day, rearranging her hair.
Taking Care of Yourself
We went to Florida for two weeks since I had to wait until March 16 for my surgery. We went to Destin in the pan handle of Florida and Lakeland in the middle of Florida. We had a calm, restful time. The weather was cool for Florida but warmer then Michigan at that time. We got some nice walks on the gulf shore and around Lakeland.
Exploring
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Our book club read Whatever It Takes a book about the efforts of Geoffrey Canada to improve the lot of children in Harlem. James Hiller writes the following on the Amazon.com web site: "Let us put our minds together ... and see what life we can make for our children", a quote by Sitting Bull that embraces the philosophy and vision of outstanding educator, reformer, and leader Geoffrey Canada, creator of the Harlem Children's Zone. Part biography, part call to action, "Whatever it Takes" is a transformative book of the highest order, one that challenges, inspires, and calls people to do what's best for our children.
This book does not sugarcoat the steps that American must take to save these and other children of poverty. The work must start in the womb and continue thru adulthood |
I am also reading a lot of material on cancer. I have found two books most helpful. Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book outlines in great detail the anatomy of the breast, diagnosis of breast cancer, possible treatment options and follow-up. Dr. Love’s book is a little scary at times but essential information for the person diagnosed with breast cancer. Another book of interest is Challenge Cancer and Win by Kim Dalzel, PhD, R.D., L.D. The anti-cancer nutrition research points to a plant based diet with a lot of green tea. I am researching some of the supplements that she has recommended.
Giving Back
I attended my first Church supported cancer support group. Although, I am not one to share a lot about my personal life and was reluctant to go, I found it beneficial. I was also instrumental in arranging for two solar ovens to be brought to Haiti as part of our All Saints mission. I am arranging the East Lansing Women’s Club Past Presidents Luncheon.
