Sunday Selections was originally brought to us by Kim, of Frogpondsrock, as an ongoing meme where participants could post previously unused photos languishing in their files. Huge thanks to Cie who gave me this wonderful Sunday Selections image.
The meme was then continued by River at Drifting through life.
Sadly she has now stepped aside (though she will join us some weeks),
and I have accepted the mantle.
The
rules are so simple as to be almost non-existent. Post some photos
under the title Sunday Selections and link back to me. Sorry I still
haven't succeeded in working out how to do a blog hop. Clicking on any of the photos will make them embiggen.
I
usually run with a theme. I am still home though have had to make repeated visits to the hospital. Yay.
I saw the chemotherapist at the end of last week.
I have a rare and aggressive cancer. Stage 4. It has spread to my abdominal wall. At this stage chemotherapy is due to start the week after next. I have a meeting with the radiation team and rather a lot of other medical tests/procedures next week.
While at home I have been enjoying the birds and the garden. More is coming out each day though so far (despite the need) I have done no work in it.
Come revel in colour with me.
At the hospital.
In the garden.
I hope you find colour and joy in your week.
Una de les millors teràpies és gaudir dels ocells i d'aquest jardí tan bonic.
ReplyDeleteTot està en marxa i tu n'ets la prioritat.
Força i endavant!
sa lluna: Thank you. I am enjoying the birds and the garden. And the kindness that surrounds me.
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DeleteI am sorry to hear about your ongoing illness, Sue. Let's hope for the best. They can do amazing things these days with all the treatments. 🌹 You have someone rooting for you waaaay over here in America.
I am surprised by the spiritual nature of that sign. I haven't seen anything like that here, even in a Catholic or Christian run hospital where you might expect it.
Sandi: Thank you. Our hospital has recently been added to and a lot more focus has been given to indigenous art. I loved that sign - and took heart from it.
DeleteI am confused by the phraseology above - “Catholic OR Christian.” When did Catholicism cease to be part of Christianity?
DeleteColour surrounds you. May all colours bring you healing and hope.
ReplyDeletecontempladoraocidental: Thank you. Colour does indeed surround me.
DeleteLovely colours - thank you for sharing them!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis - cancer just SUCKS. A LOT. Wishing you strength, and please remember to be kind to yourself. You've given so much of your care and concern to others, and now it's time to accept care and concern from them. (I suspect that will be tough for you, but I hope you'll let yourself do it.)
Diane Henders: You are right. I find it much easier and more natural to give kindness than to accept it. A work in progress. Aren't the colours great? And more emerging each day.
DeleteLaura Eno - I hope you continue to find strength and beauty in your surroundings, finding peace in the abundance around you. You have given so much to many others, please accept the hope and love we bestow on you now.
ReplyDeleteYour hospital makes a great effort to lessen the sterile, clinical feeling so prevalent in my country.
Tend to yourself, first and foremost. Sending you positive thoughts and much love to get you through this time.
Laura Eno: I think that public are it an immense help and am glad to see/record it. I am tending to myself - but itch to get back to my volunteer work. And thank you dear friend.
DeleteI don't have enough words Sue. I am so sorry you are having to go through this. Sending lots of healing vibes your way my friend.
ReplyDeleteDeniseinVA: Thank you so much.
DeleteHi EC - so good to see you in the circumstances ... I can only wish you an easy journey ... we need your outlook on life, on top of which you bring us colour. I appreciated the First Nations' information when I was in Canada, and I'm sure I'd feel the same if I'd come down under ... and I hope they 've done similar in SA ... these plaques can make us think ... cheers and lots of v gentle hugs - Hilary
ReplyDeleteHilary Melton-Butcher: An easy journey sounds lovely. I love that indigenous art/placques feature at the hospital and hope to see more. A step in the right direction.
DeleteMy garden is winding down! We're so dry.
ReplyDeleteAll the best for your healthcare journey.
Jenn Jiliks: Thank you. I do hope that you (and we) get some rain. And soon.
DeleteWow those are beautiful--the purple ones. I am crossing my fingers for you and holding faith in your care team.
ReplyDeleteStrayer: The purple daisies should not be flowering yet, but no one has told them that.
DeleteThis agnostic is praying for you. With all my heart.
ReplyDeleteThe peace of the night, dear Sue.
Sean Jeating: Thank you - so much. Sleep well.
DeleteYou are the third person this month that I've learned has Stage 4 cancer. The other two have responded well to treatment, and I can only hope for the same for one of my favorite people on the planet. Love and abundance should be coming your way from every corner of our universe.
ReplyDeleteDJan: What a lovely wish. I hope your own cancer journey is now over.
DeleteThank you my dear friend. It always feels healing to come here. My husband has been in the hospital all week and his dementia has progressed to the point where I cannot bring him home. He's going to care later today and it is the hardest day of my life. You know I don't talk about personal things of this nature on my blog. But I want you my real friend to to know. Carrying on with my blog is so important in my life! Expect to see me publish everyday as usual because it is not me. That makes the mix the Angels participate. Liberally please be well and take care of yourself. Aloha
ReplyDeleteCloudia: My heart goes out to you dear friend. I have sent you an email. Huge hugs.
DeleteWishing you well. My believing heart has and will continue to keep you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteAnne in the kitchen: Thank you.
DeleteDear EC
ReplyDeleteYou have lots of us sending you good thoughts and wishes for your recovery. We're here wishing you well. Keep continuing to find joy and beauty around you - you are so good at that.
You are not alone.
Best wishes
Ellie
Ellie Foster: I do keep finding beauty and joy and am glad that there is so much about. I am so very grateful for the kindness of my friends in the blogosphere too.
DeleteA wonderful collection of floral portraits
ReplyDeleteroentare: And more coming out each day...
DeleteThe garden/flowers are looking good.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day.
lissa: Thank you. They give me pleasure
DeleteLove the pictures--- Hot, dry, early signs of Fall here. I guess it's all normal. Besides, our hot and dry isn't so bad compared to lots of places. I have fingers, eyes, and most everything else crossed in the hopes that all will be well for you. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteBill: Don't cross so many things your balance is affected - but thank you.
DeleteStage 4 sounds really bad, but there is still hope, medical marvels happen every day and you are in good hands.
ReplyDeleteWhat are those bulbs all crowded into one pot? Tulips? I love your garden. I've ignored mine all winter and things are still green out there but badly in need of watering, I just haven't felt the urge to get out there.
River: That is a pot full of hyacinths that are more advanced than the tulips. When they bloom I will bring them in for a bit - which you could not do because of the scent. I will have to watch the cats - they may have to go right out again.
DeleteI hope you feel the love and support from around the world, EC, as you take on this battle. Sending a hug across the globe!
ReplyDeleteMarie Smith: Thank you - I do feel it and am v grateful.
DeleteI love the colours of your world. You are always in my heart and prayers.
ReplyDeletemessymimi: Huge thanks to you too.
DeleteI’m so sorry to hear about your diagnosis, and I’ll be keeping you in my thoughts as you begin treatment.
ReplyDeleteStay strong.
Asep Haryono: Thank you. One step at a time.
DeleteYour garden pics always make me smile. And I do believe I saw some wattle the other day, which jogged some memories! When the rain eases enough to go for a walk I'll take a camera in a pocket and you in my heart.
ReplyDeletedinahmow: I am glad to hear you enjoy the garden. Wattle is starting to blaze in the city but our own has a way to go. I will send you photos. And huge thanks.
DeleteYou have a purple theme this week. It used to be my favourite colour and though i lean more toward pink now, I still love purple.
ReplyDeleteMuch love to you as you start on the treatment journey 💜
kylie: I think that the myriad shades of green are my favourite but I love it all and surround myself with it. Huge thanks to you too.
DeleteIn spite of no attendance, your garden goes on nicely, doing what plants do. Mentally, I am walking with you through your trials, and my brain knows it won't be easy. I've seen some quite good art in hospitals, and things to make visits for patients a bit more interesting and comfortable.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update re your health - thinking of you and saying prayers too. Good luck with your treatment.
ReplyDeleteLove your selections, all pretty and bright :)
Not the news we wanted to hear, Sue, but I am glad that you are finding joy in the wild exuberance of your garden. There seems to be a universal awakening to the wisdom of indigenous people. It is in most instances too little too late but I welcome it nonetheless. Much love from your friend in Canada - David
ReplyDeleteHass aprovechado bien tu estancia en el hospital para hacer fotografías. Tendrías ganas de regresar a casa para seguir disfrutando las flores de tu jardín.
ReplyDeleteQue tengas una buena semana.
Stage four is not the end. Chemo will be unpleasant but you can get through it and continue to enjoy your garden.
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