Ringing in the Hope

This morning Cody and I walked a 1K walk in the Ringing in the Hope 5K/10K/1K fun walk.  I'm so proud of myself.  I know 1K is not a big deal but for someone who just a few months ago was lying on the couch all day,  it felt great.  To me, it's a start.  A start of something big.  I feel like I'm gaining control of my life again and it feels good.  Seeing all those people line up at the starting line made me think of the days I use to run races in Phoenix.  It motivated me.  Although I didn't run (so not ready for that with my wounds) I walked the 1K and it felt good.  In fact, Cody and I walked from our house to the race, and walked home.  I took a few photos that I will post later when I download them off my camera.  
The entire day was nice.  Not only was the weather awesome, after the race, Cody played on the neighbors jungle gym.  He loves swinging on the swings.  Then the neighbors came out.  We chatted for a bit.  It was so nice.  

A few hours later, my friend Jenny and her family John, Alyssa, and Delaney came to visit us all the way from Richmond.  They were in town visiting in Arlington and decided to swing by our house.  It was the best visit and it's been a long time since I've seen them.  We had a nice time talking while Cody, Alyssa and Delaney played.  Cody enjoyed showing the girls his playroom and toys.  I hated to see them go but with a 2 hour drive, they had to hit the road.  I told Jenny when I get past my radiation I'd like to plan a trip to Richmond to spend time with them.  

Cody gave little Delaney a kiss on the cheek goodbye.  It was so cute.  But of course I talked him into giving her one.  He was shy at first but when no one was looking that's when he made his move.    Totally cute. 

 Ready for the walk

Walking ahead of mom

Random people

Me and Cody