sweete2's Cancer Blog
October 8, 2008
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I responded to an email yesterday morning from a friend. I told her about my nausea & bad taste in my mouth and told her today I feel better. Then I wrote that may change but this day is all right, because it’s one day at a time. That surprised me because I hadn’t thought about that slogan of Al-Anon for a few years because I no longer go. I need to return because I have an alcoholic son and possibly 2 more and a son on drugs. Now that’s another story and a longggg one at that – smile.
I responded to Motherslove and told her to try to take it one day at a time with her mother. You can read my actual comments to her on her blog.
I need to start living one day at a time myself and stop future-tripping that this may happen or that may happen. I only have this day and when tomorrow comes, it will be called today.
Today I felt well enough to go shopping at the 2nd hand store, which always gives me a lift. GUESS WHAT? At the thrift store (St. Vincent de Paul) they play religious music over the loudspeaker. Just guess what they played about 5 minutes after I came in—just guess. You guessed it—it was One Day At a Time Sweet Jesus. I had told Motherslove that I wanted to get that record and would be looking for it, but I never thought I would hear it one day after I told her that. That is a confirmation to me that God was speaking to me and wants me to take my life and the cancer one day at a time! Wow! That is so amazing but then God is so amazing.
Love, prayers and hugs to everyone.
sweete2
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Tranell 
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What an inspring story! Even though things get tough, I always think things happen for reasons and high power has some purpose in everything. One day at a time, it sounds so easy yet it is hard to apply!
Ethel,
That is an amazing story. I had a similar experience just like that when I was thinking of my uncle who had just passed away. His favorite song, a song I hadn’t heard in years, came on the radio while I was crying about his passing. It’s awesome how God reaches out to us in these ways.
I hope everything turns out well with your sons. It’s got to be a terrible strain on you as a mother to watch them go through this. I will be praying for their health and wellness.
Take care and yes, live one day at a time. That is great advice.
Kelly
One day at a time, that is my mantra.
Love your post…thanks!
Yes Kelley,
It is hard seeing my sons destroy their lives, but it’s their lives not mine or I wouldn’t let them touch alcholic beverages nor crack or crank cocaine nor meth nor any other illegal drugs.
But it’s not up to me; it is up to them and I pray that they each hit bottom and straighten up and fly right. That’s a song from the 40’s which you may not have heard. But I wish they would. :)
Love, hugs and prayers
sweete2 better known as Ethel Craven-Sweet
Kelly sorry I spelled your name wrong before.
Thank you for your story about your uncle who passed recently and hearing his favorite song somewhere. We now know God does care about us all.
Good mantra, Monica. It just came to me and I have not been living one day at a time but will try hard to do it now.
Yuyu, I must learn how to live one day at a time because I haven’t been doing it.
Thanks for all your comments because I really appreciate them.
sweete2 better known as Ethel Craven-Sweet
We could all learn from that motto.
One day at a time sweet Jesus one day at a time.
Thanks
Mac
When i was 13 yrs old I was diagnosed with familial polyposis and had outpatient surgery every 6 months to remove polyps, at age 18 yrs old my Doctor thought he found a couple that were malignant so before it got out of hand he removed my colon and now i have an ileostomy…whew…anyways, I maynot know what your are going through a 100% but I have a small idea and im here for you anytime you want to talk, rant , scream or cry.
Hi mom! This entry is simply beautiful! So true! I know you have got to be having a difficult time, but you never give up. That in itself is blessing. I’ve always known for you to be a fighter and so very honest with your feelings. I’ve always loved you for that!
Although I’m miles away, you’re never far from from thoughts….
Tranelly