Being at services (and then the lunch) today

Today a family in our community sponsored the after-services lunch buffet in honor of their granddaughter. Lots of family members and friends showed up, and two in particular are a mother and daughter I've known since Emma came into my life. Julie, the younger woman, has a luminous sort of beauty one can only achieve through good genes. Over and over Julie told me how beautiful I look. Do you think it's safe to believe her? Please?

Going through family photos recently I noticed that in almost every picture I am heavy. It doesn't always look scary bad . . . maybe I'm just one of those folks who has a high set weight. On the other hand, when I'm able to exercise daily as I had been before my cancer diagnosis, I will most likely lose weight, gain muscle, and feel strong and able again. Food for thought (pun intended).

I took a group of friends over to my new place for a free tour after the lunch. We stood in the kitchen and shared some libations . . . it felt wonderful. Like these folks are part of my safety net.

Tomorrow is the big day. I think I'm ready, and I know I'll be able to collect hugs all day from Walt and my cousin Dave who are doing the major schlepping, as well as from my friends who are providing the furniture.

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