Written on February 19th, 9 days after 5th chemo treatment……
A lot of times we go through life and we don’t just enjoy the simple things. Having this cancer diagnosis has really made me come to appreciate all the little things in life. I call them Whoppers. You may be asking, “Why Whoppers?” I call the simple things Whoppers because I had my 5th chemo treatment about nine days ago and all I could think about was a Burger King Whopper. See, after you have chemo, there is a period of time that your taste buds go on strike! They do not cooperate and can be down right mean to your mouth. So at times you have these cravings and overwhelming thoughts of various types of food. Sometimes, it’s food you’ve never had or even liked! Well, I am a Chick-fil-a and McDonald’s kind of girl so thinking about a Whopper was a tad bit strange to say the least. I even went online and looked at the Whopper to see what the ingredients were; broiled beef patty, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and a sesame seed bun…. I was determined to eat one as soon as my taste buds allowed and it did not disappoint!
In life we all have simple things like Whoppers we take for granted. We miss out on small enjoyments seeking the grand ones. Both are wonderful and pleasing, however, those that are the simplest are so because they bring so much more like memories and recollections. The Whoppers, simple things in life, are often easier to attain and harder to forget. That Whopper meant so much more to me than sustenance, it slowed me down, made me reflect, and gave me hope that if I begin appreciating the Whoppers in my life, my happiness would be determined with each moment not each successful treatment.
My CANcer Wisdom to you: Find your Whoppers and enjoy them for tomorrow is not promised! Relish in the fact that there are simple things that will bring you more joy then you will ever know. Unwrap that Whopper and enjoy!
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