"Trouble walked in and got all up in your face. Demanding, loud, and soul-draining. But if you can sit still for a while in the presence of your own spirit, you may find hidden springs of peace and strength." Melvina Young
And found it she has. Our girl is on her way. Sheri had a peaceful night's rest and her best day since the surgery. Her IV is officially discontinued and her pain medicines are now being administered by mouth. Yeah! She had her first bites of solid food in seven days: scrambled eggs, cheese grits and an English muffin. She is getting up and moving around and has started "infecting" the nurses and caregivers with her quick wit and sense of humor. She's finding her way as we all knew she would. Not even cancer can keep a good woman down! She is surrounded by the loving support of her husband, parents Jim and Carol, her cousin Timmy, and friends Tyson and Deborah. They've taken turns sleeping overnight at the hospital. Angie flew in for a few days to support Sheri through the first few days of surgery, went back home and is making a trek back from Cincinnati to Charlotte tonight. Sheri's friend Micki flew in yesterday to surprise her. Many family and friends have called, texted or have been in and out to visit. Her room looks and smells like a lovely garden of flowers! The cards, candies and special gifts from you all have lifted her spirits. Let's keep moving forward...with each day, a little more light shines through.
~Pattie
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