"Testing, testing. . . 1, 2, 3 testing" — "Is this mic on?"

     

     At this moment, I find myself in a state of euphoria. I just returned from seeing my delightful surgeon Dr. Baliski. 

     He is friendly, caring and personable — a young man, who seems to always have time for a warm chat with this aging grandma. 

     The preparation for a colonoscopy procedure is never pleasant, however, the test results are necessary for one's peace of mind. To receive news that all is well and further tests not required for three years, cannot but fill my heart with gratitude! 

     Of course, then the question, "Why me Lord?" and,"What now?"  

     My heart grows heavy when I remember relatives and friends that are having to go through long periods of treatment. So many situations arise in life that are just too difficult to understand. 

     

      At this time, the former mayor of Toronto, Rob Ford — with his family by his side — is once again experiencing the return of his cancer. 

     Though many of the problems he dealt with while in office were of his own doing, for some reason I always felt compassion and a heartfelt sorrow for the way he was wasting his life and abusing his body. 

     Ford was the subject of one of my blogs, dated Nov. 21, 2013, should anyone wish to research it.  

Talented and efficient son, Dave.

     Which brings me to this next thought. 

     Three years ago this month, I began this journey of writing my first blog, it being posted March 10, 2013, now amassing a total of 170 posts with over 22,000 page views. 

     At the time, hardly knowing what a blog was, I began my adventure. Though still not too savvy using the computer, I must say it has truly been an adventure I have enjoyed as I try to keep my brain active. 

     Of course, kudos to my talented and efficient son Dave, who's choice of accompanying pictures and arrangements always gives each post that needed zing.

     

     I hope that in some small way, sharing a few of "my lessons learned while doing life," may continue to be a blessing to many of you. 

     Thanks to you who take the time to read them.

— beulah