On Feeling Overwhelmed

I have 15 minutes before I have to leave for school. Both dogs are asleep (big surprise there!) and I have decided NOT to turn the television on. I am doing this more and more. I find that I no longer need or want the noise when I am home alone. I am finally beginning to enjoy the silence instead of fearing it.

This morning, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed. We found out last night that a favorite cousin has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Her daughter was born about six hours before chickie. We have become extremely close over the past few years. We spent Thanksgiving with them last year and it was, by far, the best we have ever had. The night at the beach with her and the girls was fabulous. Just what I needed with the semester coming to an end. It gave me what I needed to get through finals. I really want to reach out to her but I have no idea how. It hit me last night that I should speak to Dr. K. She is now back from her treatment after being diagnosed last September. It amazes me, though it shouldn't, how God puts the exact people that we need in our lives at the exact time.

Adding to this, chickie comes home yesterday and tells us that she fell on a hike for science. Her back, ankle and bad arm are hurting. Old dude is taking her to the docs for me this morning so I can go to class. Needless to say, my mind won't be there fully, but at least I can get the notes and turn in my journal. It kills me inside as a mother that I cannot do anything for her. She is in constant pain. I am trying to be patient and understanding because it affects her moods in a horrible way.