One of those weeks..

Ever have one of those weeks where some things were just so great that you wanted to dance for joy out in the streets? But there were other things that were so awful you wanted to curl up into a ball and cry?! Well, that was my week last week!

Started out with a very pleasant shopping day with my sister Trish on Sunday. We had fun and I found the special chocolate tea I had been looking for. We also found a couple of fun new stores that we didn't even know existed! However, when I got home I heard that my sister Sandy was having a major melt-down. Good thing for family, others were able to reach her and calm her down somewhat.

Monday and Tuesday I accompanied my sister Sandy to her appointments to have fluid drained off her lungs. While this is in no way fun for either one of us, it does give us some time to talk to each other more. This was important to me since she had just had the melt-down over the weekend.

Then I found out that "my" Anthony (my trainer) had been fired! Him being fired would have been bad enough, but I found out that his manager had used my sisters name "in error" and unprofessionally in her little speech to fire him!! This triggered both of us (my sister Trish & I) to deliver a 'one-two' punch to said manager on Wednesday morning (after rehearsing Tuesday night). The woman was a monster! The good part of this is that we both got what we fought for - Trish was reimbursed for her remaining sessions and cancelled her membership, I was able to transfer my remaining sessions to a closer gym.

Had a lovely dinner with some former co-workers/friends on Thursday night. It was great to see everyone and talk about what's been going on in our lives. Some are still working and of those who were laid off, none of us have found work, but we all seem to be hanging in there.

Friday I accompanied my sister Sandy to her doctor's appointment and sat with her through her chemo treatment (first time for me). The doctor gave a little more background as to why he thinks her legs and lungs are filling with fluid so quickly. This was good as I have many questions and concerns, as does Sandy.

Saturday was another great relaxing day. I attended a luncheon theater production with three of my closest, long-time friends! The play was wonderful, funny and very touching at the same time. The food was OK, but the company was delightful.

Sunday again delivered a blow! Sandy wasn't feeling well all day Saturday and so she ended up being admitted to the hospital on Sunday. I brought her there and eventually all of our sisters and a couple nieces were there, too. One great thing about our family, we are THERE for each other! They ran a bunch of tests and are still determining what is the ultimate cause and what they can do to make her comfortable.

After spending the day at the hospital, I came home to get some things done around here (laundry, dishes, etc) and watch the Oscars. I have only seen about 5 of the movies that were nominated, but some of my favorites were awarded (Precious, Blind Side and UP!). I managed to watch the whole show! It was a much needed relaxing evening.

Not sure what this week ahead will hold. I know there are a few happy surprises in store! Probably a few disappointments, too, but I do know that I will get through it!! God is with me and I have the love of a great family behind me!!