Today we celebrated Halloween at Bookmarks with the help of NorthPark Center. They had entertainment for the kids from noon to 6pm and the families were out with their kiddies in costumes. We were swamped with families reading, doing puzzles, crafts and just being together. I was hanging near the door as "Ambassador Jo" when a little girl about 4 years old shot out of the face painting line in the hall and barreled into me. She is a storytime regular and she just had to show me her ladybug bracelet made out of balloons. Her name is Maygen and while her poor mom waited in line we had a lively conversation. She loves butterflies and will be a bumble bee for Halloween. It was the most amazing afternoon, so full of love and happiness. I also played balloon-bounce on and off all afternoon. You know, you blow up a balloon and simply keep bouncing it into the air. Insert shrieks of laughter, jumping and smiling into the equation and you have some good old fashion fun. Did I mention I get paid to do this???? Life is very good!
Lindsey and I had lunch before we opened today at the newest merchant on our hallway, Cibus. I had butternut squash soup and it was wonderful. It is a nice Italian-style cafe with a full service restaurant in the back (which won't open until next week). Did I mention the desserts yet? WELL, they only opened a couple of days ago but we were in there 'testing' the desserts on day one and I'm happy to report they passed a rigorous inspection. So come on out and take me to lunch!
On my way home tonight I got a flu shot. I am armed with Lysol and hand sanitizer so I feel that it will be a happy winter in Dallas, at least for me!
Can you tell how great I'm feeling today? I just wish I could bottle this up and save it to drink on 11/7--the day after I become cancer-free. I'm also practicing the art of breathing now too, have you ever done that? Stop, hold your breath, then inhale. Doesn't it feel good? Do it four times in the morning and at night and you will most certainly have renewed energy---guaranteed. By who? By ME of course! Dr. Jo! ;)
4 years ago
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I have read all of your beautiful posts and they left me with such warm feelings - and gratitude that you are my friend.
I think a blog is perfect for you, even though you are a very shy and inhibited kind of person who has no opionis about anything (I'm laughing right now so that it's hard to type).
Anyway, I look forward to your posts and the really neat insights you are sharing about this journey your are on.
Keep indulging those library children; their hugs carry healing and so much life in them.
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