Parents can be like that about all sorts of things. When I was visiting my mom a couple of weeks ago, even though she has had three years to get used to my swallowing problems, she kept forgetting and offering me food I couldn't eat! I just put it down to her wishing I could eat, and being a mom.

Minnie, it's great to see you writing here. I'm glad the first round of chemo got rid of most of the cancer and hoping and praying this next round gets rid of the rest and keeps it away for a good long time. Glad that you are getting out and doing the cheering in spite of everything and able to enjoy some of the summer.

The classes I teach don't start until next week but I have lots of extra prep going on for a variety of reasons and I am also assisting with student orientation which is over this weekend so it won't be a very restful weekend for me. So summer is over as far as I'm concerned and there is already a chill in the air in the mornings here.

I know a couple of people who said their hair grew back thicker and curlier after chemo and with no gray hairs. So hang in there. I'm keeping you in my prayers and sending wishes for complete remission and beautiful hair your way.

Nelie