It’s Been A While

Hi Everyone. It’s been a while hasn’t it. Well, it’s been quite the time for me. On Tuesday, February 20th at 7:30 in the morning I got wheeled into surgery. Honestly, I had no idea how big the surgery was going to be.

I was in hospital for 5 days, and I couldn’t wait to get out and get home and continue my recovery here. Had a couple of set backs, some stitches imploded and left me with a wide gaping would, and I ended up back in the ER. Still having the VON coming in 3 days a week. No more pictures, I promise. Believe me, you do not want to see my scars and wounds. So I’m not quite fully recovered, but I am recovered enough to enjoy a glass of wine.

Last evening also marked the first day I fired up both grills.

Notice the fog? We’ve had gloomy weather, fog and rain for 3 or 4 days now. Did some baby back ribs and chicken on the wood pellet grill and did some crispy potato wedges on the regular BBQ

The baby back ribs turned out perfect. I even had enough left over for tonight. I was so hungry when they were done I just ate. I do have a couple of pieces for this evening’s supper.

And the perfect wine to go with this?

This beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon from Raymond Vineyards in California is on clearance right now. The Raymond family arrived in Napa Valley in 1933 and became connected to the famous Beringer family by marriage a few years later. This easy-to-drink Cabernet Sauvignon is so good and priced under $20 right now. Rich fruit, softer tannins and food-friendly.

Before I go a little cuteness.

Remember when Riley picked up Lexi from the breeder the end of August last year. Well, Lexi has grown a little

Weighing in at 71 lbs, Lexi turns 9 months old on Monday. Yep, she is still a puppy. And loves her sister Maggie, who is just 65 lbs.

I hope you have a wonderful Easter weekend. Thanks for reading as I share my cancer journey. Take care!