Hello ... hello ... ?

Wow. I wandered back into my blog site tonight and now I'm sitting here wondering where I've been.

Truth is, I did get the job I applied for in June with The American Cancer Society. I am a Quality of Life Manager. As such, I am responsible for administering the programs that give back to the communities who so generously make our work possible through their donations of dollars, hours, and love. Those programs are Road to Recovery, Reach to Recovery, Lodging, Look Good...Feel Better - in each county of western Montana, including Helena and Butte. I started in the Missoula office in July and am only now feeling like I know what I'm doing (most days). I am on the road a lot which, so far, I enjoy.

I've met incredible people, heard amazing stories of heroism, and felt my heart break over and over. It's been fascinating to experience the evolution of my thoughts on cancer. I find myself surrounded by "survivors" - those who have whipped this damnable disease - and I have wholeheartedly embraced ACS's lofty mission to wipe out cancer for good. I've learned new definitions for "courage" and "hope"and I've made wonderful new friends. I know I'm making a difference. And as my occasionally humorous spouse keeps reminding me, I'm definitely not bored!

You might have guessed that this would somehow be about greyhounds. Yep. Through it all, my pups have sustained me. They've loved me no less for my long hours. They've welcomed me home no matter what time I arrive. They snuggle up to me when I stop for a moment. They keep my beloved Brent company when I'm putting in another long day.

If there can be one constant in this sea of change, I am blessed that my constant is love.