Protagonist -- Word for the Day -- Thursday, December 18, 2008

Protagonist

DEFINITION: (noun) the main character in a story or play; the main supporter of an idea.

When I first saw this word, for some reason I related it to procrastinate... That would be me at times, like cleaning the house, doing bills, etc. But, protagonist reminds me really of several individuals; ChemoSabe, because this journal was created for him; me (Pepper) because I thought of journaling (gosh, I'm intelligent); Son, because he has helped us so much this year; Cissy, because she listens; Sister, because she chauffered; Stretch and Rainman, for putting up with us; Niece, because she interpreted; Aunt, because we have become closer; Brother, because he dog sat while we got away; and the list goes on.

So, with that, we have so much to be thankful for this Christmas. The Lord has brought us through so many trials and I believe we did pretty doggone good.

We have been making our Christmas lists. Our conversation -- "What do you want for Christmas", "No, what do you want for Christmas", "No, I asked you first", "No, you tell me". Actually, after this year, I have exactly what I want -- my husband and my mother. Those two gave me a grave scare. Which brings me to my boss' best sermon this year - "Why count your blessings when you can complain?" I think of that each time I start to stumble, get tired, irritable, negative or unappreciative. It works. I won't tell you how many times I use it! ha

It stills brings me back to the protagonist. ChemoSabe had labs this week and did terrific. WBC at 8.51, RBC at 4.32, Platelets at 163, M-protein cannot be detected. So, this is your test... You knew it was coming. Do you remember what the ranges are? I thought so... So, I will give you some help -- WBC (3-12), RBC (4.5-6), Platelets (150-500). There ya go... Now, are you back on track?

Well, just wanted to catch you up on the good news about the labs. I promise I will do a better job of keeping you posted. BUT, if I don't -- Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Good night and Love -- Pepper.