Dark Chocholate and Old Friends

The Hero needs sustenance along his journey. Sustenance isn't just about feeding the body, it's also about feeding the soul.

Today, Cole and I walked to the mailboxes at the end of the subdivision. I received a package from Aunt Pat in the mail -- packages of dark chocolate Easter eggs and a funny little angel. The dark chocolate for both the mind and body (dark because science has proven it is better for us) and the angel for the soul. Thank you, as you intended you brightened my day.

In addition I received two cards today -- one from the Tiverton Ladies Group and one from Lisa. Lisa included a sparkly body decal, inspiration for the soul in the form of a big vibrant flower (which I think I'll paste to my bald head as soon as the rest of the hair is gone).

My old pal Kevin called today. We went to university together and worked at the same paper at one time. It was really good to reconnect and catch up. We've both travelled to the same European cities and it was fun to compare notes. He and his wife, Leslie, have invited us to join them at their summer house and I'm hoping things work out so we can. It's the perfect summer place, very rural, very casual and the food and company are always excellent.

I heard back regarding the genetic testing today as well. I got a call this morning from a genetic counsellor indicating I'd get a package of information in the mail and then an appointment. Then this afternoon I got a call saying there was a cancellation and asking if I could make it for an appointment in the morning. So tomorrow I meet with a doctor and a genetic counsellor at the IWK. The genetic testing is apparently quite complex and can take months; to obtain results before my surgery will mean expediting the process somewhat.

Rob and I went out for supper tonight. No reason in particular except I was craving a really good Caesar salad. We went to the Vines, which we both agree makes the best Caesar in the city (not that I've tried them all, but I don't see how any could compare). Of course I have enough food left over for a snack tonight, lunch tomorrow and maybe even a second snack.

Hopefully the wind will drop tomorrow, the sun will shine and I'll be able to take Cole to the park. He's a little wound up these days; not quite enough exercise and a healthy dose of spring fever. He's not alone.