What a Day!

Lately I feel like I have run a marathon by the end of each day. Between the normal stresses of life and the current health issue I feel completely zapped. So you would think sleep would be the perfect solution.... not the case. I toss and turn to fall asleep, only to wake up completely within a few hours. Then wrestle my pillow and blankets while I try to fall back asleep. The only real rest is had on the couch in the afternoon while the kids are running around, go figure!

Ok, enough whinning....

I have a lot to be thankful for. Today's prime example; my friends at the kids' school. I see them mulitple times a day, five days a week. We talk about life, kids, anything old thing.... We look out for each other's kids at the playground after school. Lately we talk a lot about boobs! I have found my latest soap box, telling my story to anyone who will listen so they understand the importance of taking care of themselves and not settling when you feel that something is wrong. Well today's lesson was mine to learn. I was handed a manila envelope by one woman and told to open it at my leisure, that it was from a group of people.  It was raining, the kids were whinning. I tucked it under my jacket and drove away. It wasn't until I had battled the older ones over homework that I decided to open it. It blew me away what was inside.... a very clever note unsigned, some pamphlets about breast cancer and support, a gift card for me to go to the spa, and a "slush fund" of money to use however I felt. It made me cry. I know that I have friends there and that I would do anything to support them but to have it handed to me so neatly in an envelope left me speechless and humbled. I am so thankful to those who took the time to participate in my care package. And since the note was anonymous I am unable to thank each person. Do you think it would be too crazy if I wore a sandwich board to school tomorrow with a huge thank you written on it?!

I am blessed! Even when my life is far from a fairy tale and it's hard to see where I am going. My friends and family are beyond supportive. If I just let the stress go and let them help me thru this process I will learn and grow.