The maple syrup count is upwards of 35-40 gallons, which should hold us until next season! My blood counts: all of those are where they should be and after tomorrow, 3 more Tuesdays of Fun!
Then we move on to radiation. My start day is Cinco de Mayo, for lots of x-rays, then May 6th for the first radiation. I received my four barely visible tattoos last week (little black dots). They are for lining me up properly each time. We are going ahead with leaving me "expanded", shall we say. If they run into any problems mid course, we'll tackle them then.
I am thrilled to say I have started running again. Maybe running is a strong term, because what I am doing does NOT resemble what I used to do, but it is a start. To say I have no expectations would be lying, but for now, I am just happy to be out there. I have set another goal as well. The 2009 Prouty Ride to benefit the Norris Cotton Cancer Center at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (my second home) is on Saturday, July 11th. In the past, I have rode either the 25 mile or the 50 mile. This year, my goal is the 35 mile, which is a new loop I believe. I'd love to do the 50, but I think the 35 is more realistic.
We are Team Keeper's... check it out: www.TheProuty.org. Member's welcome! It's a great event.
Well, I am off to bed for the evening. Have a great day and thank you all for your support. Every one's help this winter makes me think of the quote "Be the change you wish to see in the world". All of the people in my world have lived up to this challenge 100%. You are the best.
Love, Ash
About Me
- Ashley
- West Windsor, Vermont
- a mom, a wife, a daughter, a sister, a friend, an athlete, the funny one (sorry Kel), and most of all, A BELIEVER.
3 comments:
Hi Ashley,
It's great to hear that things are better. The light at the end of the tunnel is right there...battle almost done. We think about you all the time.
Yours,
The Macri's
I am so in for the Prouty. Go Team Keepers.
Ash, I am amazed daily at how much I love and respect you. I know that people step up to the challenges that face them every day, but I can honestly say that I think you are the strongest bravest person I know.
I love you more than you will ever know.
Kel
Ash, You make me cry...and I'm smiling too! Almost there! We love you lots and we admire your determination and grace.
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