An unforgettable gift that keeps on giving

December 13 and 14, 2008

Sunday morning I had my very first Harley Davidson ride, it was a cool, yet sunny day, perfect for riding, I heard. I absolutely loved it!!!! To say the least, my cheekbones hurt at the end of the ride, from smiling the whole time. As I held on to Ron, riding on the I-10, I had this incredible urge to wave at all the cars (kind of like a little kid riding the bus for the first time); I just wanted everyone to see how excited and happy I was. I always knew it would be fun, however, it was more than I expected… After an incredibly exciting morning, I arrive at home to find the biggest surprise of my life!!!! My sister Blanca and Tiffany met me at the front door and proceeded to escort me to the backyard where a number of people were standing around the pool, at first it did not make any sense, I really did not recognize any of faces, although they were all people I know and love. It took a few seconds for me to realize what was happening. The people standing around the pool in my backyard happened to be my family members and my District “family” members; it still did not make any sense!! After a few seconds I noticed that my backyard looked totally different – beautiful, perfect!!! It felt like a dream, a really amazing dream, one of those dreams that don’t make any sense, but its still a wonderful dream. I wish there was a way I could express what this wonderful surprise did to my soul. I was glowing on the inside (and it wasn’t from radiation). To see all these wonderful people do so much work for me, especially during this very busy time of the year. I feel truly blessed to be surrounded by so many angels who give me so much love unconditionally. This is the BEST Christmas present I have ever received!!!!

Elaine, with the help of my sister, had been planning for weeks to do a major, and I mean major, front and back yard beautification. The amount of work and time it took, not only to plan and organize, but to get so many people involved and keep it a secret!?! It is just an incredible feeling. – I know Elaine worked very hard to get everyone together and coordinate this magnificent plan. There are moments when I find myself down and depress, but then I step out into my backyard and I’m reminded of all the people (angels) that care and support me. Seeing all the beautiful flowers gives me the strength to look up again and continue my battle. What a wonderful gift I continue to receive each and every day, and its only going to get better. I’m so grateful to God for surrounding me with such wonderful angels – what an incredible feeling of being loved!!!!