WEEKEND

posted Sunday, 14 August 2005

I'm feeling much better and had quite a busy weekend so far. I went to "wicked" practice yesterday (my women's ultimate frisbee team). I ran the warm-up and a few drills with the team and then retreated to the shade to heckle... I mean... cheer on the girls from the sideline. It's so frustrating to be on the sideline, but I hope I can at least contribute from there.
Julie, one of our captains, brought out pink sweatbands for everyone to wear to support me. This meant so much to me. First, it is practical - so many people wear sweatbands to play ultimate. Second - they don't necessarily scream BREAST CANCER!!!! (It would be ok if it did, but it is kind of nice to have this little symbol that we know about that won't make everyone else question). This action totally touched me and made me feel totally loved by my team.
She also brought out seasons 1 & 2 of the gilmore girls on dvd. This will be perfect with my new portable dvd player that my dear friend abby & her husband sent me. Plus, it has two earphone jacks, so I can bring it along to treatments and watch gg with my friend! Thank you so much!
After practice, I stuck around for the mcudl playoff picnic. MCUDL is the ultimate frisbee league that I run and play in. The picnic was great. For the first time in years, I didn't lift a finger in organizing, which was truly a blessing. Thanks to those who picked up the slack! After much deliberation, I decided to don my running shoes and defend my "fastest woman in the league" title... without running full speed since late June, I probably should have warmed up a bit better, but alas, I hadn't decided until the last minute. No fear - I still hold the honors... but I am totally sore this morning! Whatever- I am not going to sit back and let life pass me by. It's a delicate balance, but I am going to live each day...
I am off to Lake Ariel, in the Poconos for a few days for some relaxation & family time. With all the little cousins running around, I fear it may be more the latter than the former, but you won't hear me complain! I won't be on the web for a few days, so no new posts... but I will talk to you all soon!

Comments:


KIBBLES MADE THIS COMMENT,
Hey baby, I've been thinking about you often. It is good to be able to check in like this, you are a smartie. (I have barely mastered email). Let's talk soon and make a tentative plan of when the girls and I can come down. Keep taking lots of naps and go to bed early. love, your sista
comment added :: 14th August 2005, 12:33 GMT-05
JESSICA MADE THIS COMMENT,
Hi honey! I've been reading along and keeping up with things. I've been traveling like crazy for the last few weeks but things have finally settled down. I'm going to give you a call this week to catch up. I wish I were half as brave as you.
Love - Jessica