Cancer Treatment Centers of America

   We had an amazing time on our little (rather long) road-trip. I was making Kevin and the kids laugh so hard almost the whole way to Tulsa. I wanted to leave the house by 9 A.M. but....when you have 2 kids trying to get ready and reminding you of things they need from the store at the last minute, well...plans tend to change. We left at around 1:30. Every time we stopped, my little man had to pee...he has always been this way. I just think he likes to go inside new places all of the time.

   This was my first road-trip in 18 years that I was no longer a smoker. That feels really amazing to say. I really did enjoy riding with my husband and little two...but I wish my oldest did not have to work. I miss him so much. He would really enjoy this place.

   So, we stopped in McAlester, OK, and we ate at the Western Sizzler. I have not eaten at one of those in years! I got my salad bar fix...I have been begging my husband to find me a salad bar. You have no idea how hard it is to find a salad bar these days. The kids seemed to really enjoy themselves there. I have pictures and will add them at the end of this post.

   We made it to Tulsa...and when we turned the corner and saw CTCA, I was literally blown away. It is so serene; so beautiful. They have complimentary valet parking, the people at the front desk treat this like a hotel or spa....and they even help you with your luggage. I am considered a VIP so I have a VIP badge and Kevin has a caregivers badge. We have to wear them at all times while we are here. I was given a fancy notebook full of information and my tentative schedule. I am going to be one busy girl all week. I am going to get all of the answers and start my road to recovery. 

   I wish my mama could have come with me...but she is here with me in spirit. Just like my grandma. Last night, I dreamt  that my grandma and I were dancing in her living room. I kept waking myself up but every time I went back to sleep, I would go right back to dreaming the same dream. I had to ask my husband if my grandma was really gone. When I told my mom about the dream, she reminded me that she is always with me...and this is her only way to communicate and let me know that she is right here holding my hand the whole time.

   I am so excited about the care I am about to receive. I am so grateful for the support from my very dear friends and family. I love you all. I will write more tomorrow. I am simply exhausted from the trip. 

  Philippians 4:6-7 …do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.