Ode to Cooper

I'm at my halfway point with chemo - it's all downhill from here! It was the easiest infusion yet - IV went in super easy, in and out of the hospital in under 2 hours. I was there alone too, which at first I thought would be depressing but I actually LOVED being there by myself and I just really relaxed. I read my book (American Wife) and played on my phone and caught up on emails. I'm not saying I want to go by myself every time but having to do it wasn't that bad. Also, the nurse agreed to let me skip the decadron which is the steroid that has been making me feel so buzzed. It made a HUGE difference. I wasn't nearly as hyper as I have been the past few weeks. I felt pretty normal all afternoon and evening. I had trouble sleeping last night but I know there are other reasons for that....

This morning at 3:30 my mom's dog Cooper passed away. He was 15. A beautiful golden retriever. He died peacefully but of course we are all sad. Talia cried a lot this morning and she made my mom a beautiful card. I helped my mom get Cooper to the vet and say goodbye to him. Off to doggie heaven to chase balls and butterflies... We LOVE you Cooper.

And on to another weekend - filled with celebration, dinner dates and holiday festivities. And hopefully a few naps.