The other night, in 140 character tweets, I made some comments about my past few days on vacation in Jamaica. I noticed that two tweets especially received lots of replies and lots of “favorited” status.
Two simple sentences that captured so much of what I’ve been thinking about this week.
The tweets read:
Folks, these were the days I fought for during chemo. This time is my reward. These days with my family are priceless.
It doesn’t mean I don’t complain, or have bad days, or get frustrated with my kids. Life isn’t perfect. But I try to appreciate all I can.
breakfast
the simple geometry of a beach umbrella
open door policy
pool steps
I took many photos this week which you can see now on Instagram (my username there is AdamsLisa). I’ll be posting my favorites here occasionally in the weeks ahead, and probably next winter when we all are craving some views of sunshine and palm trees.
I am grateful to Clarke for working hard each day to pay for the trip, to my children for being the individuals they are who make me smile, laugh, and go to the computer to Google answers to endless questions. I always appreciate their hugs and kisses and sense of wonder and enthusiasm for life. I know these days with them are fleeting.
Life is fragile. I know it.
I am treasuring these last hours here in Paradise.
Link to Twitter
Beautiful–your photos, your thoughts, your gratitude. xo
Even the most fleeting moments can bring life-changing joy. Enjoy this time!
I echo what Erika said. Thank you for sharing pictures of your trip and the sentiments.
I love your putting it ALL in perspective Lisa. Was squeeing all week that you enjoyed paradise & so enjoyed so many twitpics.
Every word you spoke is so true….
As always, thank you, Lisa.
Lisa, I didn’t see your tweets from earlier this week. What a moving post. Safe travels home!
Oh, Lisa, I love this. Such a powerful reminder to pay attention, and to recognize what a gift each moment is. xox
I’m so happy you got this time with your family. Your pictures are gorgeous and make me miss Jamaica.
<3 Wonderful.
I love that you find such joy in the everyday moments — and how much cancer changes our perspective so that we appreciate those moments even more.
Love the pics (Sorry I’m just looking at this now). This is where I look when I’m craving spicy warmth.
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