This morning started out with great attention to detail. I could not believe how horrible I felt when I woke up to the alarm. I did a mental inventory of yesterday and realized the problem. Chemotherapy, massage and shopping all in one day. As my feet hit the floor and I tried to walk I realize my ankles felt about the same as they did yesterday after shopping-- wobbly and painful. I had such a hopeful list of things to do today and could not imagine how I would even get started. But as my first chore of the day unfolded I realized I can get through one detail at a time. My first task each morning is breakfast with Domino. Tomorrow he will be adopted so this mornings breakfast was especially precious. After we shared a bowl of cereal with fruit and nuts, he came to cuddle with me for a bit. Then he climbed back into his carrier on the sofa while I read. Afterward I put my pillow near his carrier and put my head near the opening and my hand inside touching him. He is a very shy boy and has only recently really warmed up. So thats all I do is lay my hand on him very gently and let him take the lead. Eventually he started bathing and included me in the process, gently licking my fingers. I remembered how he looked when he first came in. Dirty, fur standing on end,covered with mites and a fresh injury on his tail. He was aggressive and afraid. Today he is clean, soft and healed. I think that if I dont accomplish much else today, Ill focus on this one saved life.
Posted on: Wed, 16 Oct 2013 17:27:56 +0000
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