First Step

February the 1st was the first time I had been back to the Cross Cancer Institute here in Edmonton in about two years. I have been there many times, so it definitely wasn't foreign to me. I can't say often enough how wonderful the people there are. So very kind, patient and always ready with a smile and a laugh. My first appointment was an abdominal ultrasound. The technician was so very nice and I almost felt like she was an old friend. (I have always thought you have to be an extra special person to work in a cancer hospital.) It took about half an hour and that was it. On to the waiting room where Paul was and then time to leave. I will be waiting now for the Cross to call me back for another appointment. 

As I am writing what is happening with me during this time, I am also going to be posting pictures of my latest artistic endeavors. Lately I have been into paper mache and really loving it. It lets me sculpt, build and paint. Everyone who has been through a cancer journey knows that being creative in some way brings a sense of peace and joy. I believe that it has everything to do with being able to forget your troubles for a while and just concentrate on the task at hand.  I am going to be working on my bowls and maybe more figures in the months ahead. 

The first picture is of a scary monster I made for my son in law for Christmas. I would like to think of "Pog" as my cancer fighting partner. He really could kick it to the curb, I think!  The second picture is of a bowl I made for my daughter Jacquelyn. It is of a ideal winter day of children sledding and enjoying the snow. 

More posts later!