The Lion King & A Slice of Normalcy

 As we hunker down in this wintery snow globe of a Saturday; it feels right to spend a few moments with you all, spreading some warmth & happy days. 

This week was good. Uniforms were worn, and Mother-Son dates were had. 

The wind is blowing, snow is blanketing the yard, PDX is delaying and cancelling flights, we are all  putzing around the house, scrolling, or sipping on a warm drink prior to worrying about getting to work in this weather. 

My mom is cozied up on her comfy chair, drinking her herbal remedy, and letting her body rest from this long hard week of FUN. Yup. Fun. 

Wednesday was her first day back in uniform as a CSA agent at PDX. It was her first day in over 18 weeks getting up at 4am to cross the 205 bridge to clock into work. With a bright, beaming smile on her face she entered the Alaska employee trailer and began catching up on computer trainings and modules. "I'm BAAACK" I imagine her stating, with open arms, as she is greeted with hugs, and squeals of excitement from her friends and colleagues.

"Best day EVER!!!!!!!!" The text from my mom read. These words were accompanied with a photo capturing a smile that had me grinning ear to ear at the screen of my phone. That squishy-eyed, full bodied smile is one representing friendship, normalcy and friends who bring balloons, treats, and "welcome back" banners to start the day off right. 


To cap off the "BEST DAY EVER" she was able to celebrate with CJ with dinner prior to seeing The Lion King together. She shared her day with him, and he updated her on all things Wade, and work. 

Round 17 of Chemo was completed; for which she responded to with rest. 

As the snow flurries around us, and we listen to our bodies, we too, express gratitude for a roof over our head. A place to stay warm. We let the wins of this week comfort us and appreciate the little slice of normalcy that work provides. We let ourselves be grateful for the quality time together, and the fun that was shared. 

As we may begin to worry about getting to work Tuesday, let us first express gratitude for employment, and the co-workers who always make the drive worth it. 

Today is a cozy day. Today we will take this week's good news and wear it as an extra blanket of warmth. 



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