It felt really, really good to have my life follow a normal sequence of events for the first time in 11 days.

1. I took a shower. In the morning. Not at night. And not two days ago.

2. I made my coffee, ate breakfast, and actually got to sit and enjoy it without being rushed.

3. I actually did my hair and make-up, and felt marvelous – almost like a goddess. Amazing what taking the time to try can do for your self esteem.

4. I am feeling very much more alive and not nearly so sick as I have been.

5. I was able to wear nice, clean clothes that were not black, white, or khaki and did not smell like coffee.

6. And I now also have a social life, where I get to hang out with my big-girl friends and do grown-up things like sit in the living room and chat, or go to coffee.

It’s good to see things getting back to normal!