Author: rugby843

I am a widow since 2013 and live by myself in a small apartment. I use a wheelchair to get around, but I wouldn't consider myself disabled. I'm 11 years away from having bladder cancer resulting in a urostomy and I'm doing well. This cancer was a result of having radiation in 1995 because of uterine cancer. So have faith in yourself, a cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence. My first try at blogging was an attempt to help other people with my condition. I am a mother of three married children, and a grandmother to eight gorgeous kids, featuring them often here, and a great grandmother to two as of today, 6/7/25! I enjoy exploring my feelings and like to try the challenges. I like humor, music, movies, games, and some sports. I absolutely appreciate your reading and commenting on my blog. I am happy to read all of your blogs and learn more about you. Please comment however you like, ask whatever, and I'll answer honestly. Thanks for reading! Cheryl

MLMM Wordle

by rugby843, posted in Uncategorized
Sue became what she dreaded, a cruel excuse for the split personality she usually kept hidden. This year seemed different, she had befallen into constant judgment of herself. Not anyone close, but one look in the mirror, became extra morose. She couldn’t keep the truth from coming out when she was alone. She tried to grow out of of it but even in her twenties, it was too hard to pretend. Maybe this would be the time to see a professional.

MLMM Wordle #353

SYW 12-25-23

by rugby843, posted in Uncategorized

Here are this week’s questions:
1. Do you enjoy or get frustrated with the run up to the festive holidays? This year I’m just grateful to be alive.

2. Do you like family gatherings on a regular basis? Definitely.

3. What is your favourite family memory?
Too many to say!

4. Do you prefer to be a host or visitor for a special occasions? Years ago the host, now an observer😄

Gratitude : I’m happy that we are starting to get well after a month of yucky feelings. We are tired and no appetite but hope to see each other before the year runs out. Also I am grateful for all messages received of kindness and good will. Thanks to all!

Wishing you a fine new year!

Share Your World 18th December

The Sunday Whirl

by rugby843, posted in Uncategorized
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At midnight, a chill in my feverish night as a dream wavers on the edges of slumber, and the sight of you blurs. You are not there, but as the chain of love might stray, it never breaks. I rise to the window seeing the joyous drops of white as the snow begins. I might even hear a soft twinkle of bells in the distance initiating the beginning of a new year, always commencing this way. The vision then dissipates and the bells chime louder.

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Wordle 634

Sammiscribbles Weekend Writing Prompt

by rugby843, posted in Uncategorized
A window, possibly a mirror? I think often the US Supreme Court must be looking into windows of war and instigating conflict, reflecting no actual justice. It’s obvious it is not a court of unbiased judges, but acting on some personal agenda that has nothing to do with maintaining its citizens in a peaceful nation. The highest court in the USA should be an honorable, respected position and ruling for the benefit of every American. Sadly, this SCOTUS is not.

Weekend Writing Prompt #343 – Window

SoCS 12-23-23

by rugby843, posted in Uncategorized
I certainly could use a spruce up, especially since I’ve been under the weather for almost a month now. My body has waned and I really have no Christmas spirit. I have a few gifts to wrap bought a while ago and made a batch of cookies to gift with my daughter doing most of the work, bless her. All of my gifting plans have gone by the wayside as I’m trying to recap my strength. However, our family is getting together around the 28th so hope to be fine by then. The older the grandkids get, the more busy, so schedules have to stretch. It’s just wonderful to get us all together no matter the date.

🕊️Wishing you all Happy Holidays!🕊️

The Friday Reminder and Prompt for #SoCS Dec. 23, 2023

Legendary

by rugby843, posted in Uncategorized
A legend in his own mind
I heard the men talk in line
Was it jealousy that fueled their ire
Or lack of ambition, eager to retire?
A soldier’s lot is not easy,
a hard choice for life’s path
Simple fear of confrontation causing enemies’ likely wrath?
This comical depiction of a soldier bold perhaps not the real story ever told
for tales of bravery and strength
May go on too long in length
An image here perceived
Is easily disbelieved.

The Unicorn Challenge-22/12/23