Mother Dearest....

She did it! Mom finished her last chemo treatment on Monday! Michael and I were able to be down in Utah on Monday and celebrate in style with her. We had her favorite pizza, a bouquet of flowers and a lot of smiling all around the room. It was a little mile marker in the long road of recovery, but one that was more than welcome. As I looked at both my parents I could see the happiness on their faces and gratitude to have chemo done.  

It's been a long road. I know there has been a lot of rough times at the Worthington house these past few months, along with a lot a lot of wonderful blessings and happy moments together as friends as family. It seemed that every chance Michael and I had to visit we would. We could count on every time for food from the neighbors, flowers from friends, and to feel the prayers and love offered in behalf of my family. I wish I could have been more a part of it all, but I am grateful for the time we have spent with the family and the many more good times to come.

Michael and his favorite mother-in-law, aka his zoo buddy.

 

Running for Boobies...

A lot of "things" have been on my mind lately. How much I miss Utah, what it means to forgive, friendship, love, trials, all sorts of things. But, one of the things that constantly is on my mind is a special lady who I have written a few blog posts about. Here and here....  Her name is Mom.

On Michael and mine's way back to Rexburg after much partying and celebrating in Utah, California, and even a little in Vegas, we stopped in and stayed with my family for a few days. While we were there my parents sat us all down and told us that Mom's cancer was back. And then told us all the plans to take care of it and such.

When Michael and I got back to Idaho we planned to go down to Utah the weekend mom had surgery and try to be some kind of help or something. It was a good weekend spent at home. But, I've realized it's hard to give help when you live 300 something miles away. So, we pray and support her, but for me I don't really feel like that's enough.

So....... when Amy sent me a message asking me if I wanted to run this race with her, I was in! It's a race for women only and their cause is to raise money to give to the Utah Cancer Resource and Education for Women (UCREW). Their goal is to educate women about cancer, increase awareness, and help patients get access to screening and support.

So, this is what I am doing. Two days ago I put back on my running shoes after a six month hiatus and I'm running for boobies. All those women (and men) out there who suffer due to breast cancer. The training for October's race begins now. Every mile I run in preparation I run for someone out there who has or had breast cancer and their families/loved ones. And then, for the grand finale I'm running the half marathon for my mom and her right boob!

If you know someone I could run my miles for, please let me know and I'll run in their behalf, and blog about my experience. I want to hear your stories about who you love. Feel free to email, or comment.