TIME TO CIRCLE THE WAGONS GIRLS

jankay

FOR U OD

Silka

So sorry to hear about your sister. You mentioned God, so you are a believer. I have no magic words of wisdom, but hold onto him, all of it is out of our control as you well know. If you would like to talk, pm me and I will call you.

All of our stories are different and we are being made stronger for some reason. You and your sis hold steadfast to your faith, he never leaves us, we are the ones who stray.

I will share a little bit of background. Both, my daughter and I were dx with cancer in 04, myself with bc, daughter with uterine and ovarian. In 05 my son was dx with lymphoma and my husband died. As I said earlier, we are being made stronger for some reason....someday we will understand. Myself, I can still only take one day at a time, sometimes I can only do minutes. I use my experiences as a witnessing tool. Christian friends also refer their friends and family to me for me to share with them. Folks tell me this is my ministry,I don't know about that, I am just a worker who loves the Lord and like to help whomever may cross my path.

Now I would like to pray with you;

Father God, you are the great physician, we know that all things are in your control, Father, give this dear sister some comfort, help her to know that you haven't forsaken her, but are using her in some way that none of us understand. Lord, we don't know your ways or why we are chastised sometimes, but we know that you love us and never give us more than we can bear. Father, you tell us that we have not because we ask not, I am asking for comfort for O'daly and her family and we will give you all the glory.
In your precious name, AMEN

Hugs my dear sister,
Doris


I hope I have offended you or anyone, just know that I am here if you need me.

marshakb

Odalys, I am so very sorry to hear this news about your baby sister. I can only say that if she has to go thru the struggles of this disease the way you and I and all the other sisters here, then she is lucky to have you in her life. You are a strong women who has made a success of yourself and the strenth that you pocess will somehow make its way into your sister. (((((((((((Odalys))))))))))))))) Marsha

neesie

Good Evening Ladies!

Odalys: I am so terribly sorry that your sister has to go through this. Stay strong....we will all be praying B9. I know you will be there for her in anyway she may need you. And please know that myself, along with the rest of the girls will offer help in any way we can.

Naniam: Middle age........so funny and so true!

Liz: Sorry to hear about the passing of Sundy. Wrinkles? Didn't you know that hugs override all looks?! Hope your MIL is doing okay and I hope you get over your bug soon. I've got the cough now.......other than that..I'm fine!

Deb: Hope you're home or just about...........wanted to let you know how happy I was to hear that your friend does not have Cancer!

Suz: I don't know if I mentioned the CD your DD burnt for us...........Love, Love, Love it! Thanks so much!

Kristen: B9 on the biopsy tomorrow. Just a couple pesky little moles they are gonna snip off!

Suz: My Son was a HUGE Green Bay Packers Fan. I still have the GB Packers parka he wanted for so long. As I sit here I can picture a pic that I have of him on the Christmas Morning that he got the jacket. Okay...........pulling away from the thought......I hope you have a great time at the game! Jack will surely enjoy it!

Charlene: I'm glad you are getting some much needed rest! How's the extra problems coming along?

SOMEBODY IRONS.......TELL ME IT AIN'T SO!!!!

Lisa: Glad you are home and enjoyed your trip! You are one 'flighty' lady!! JK....referring to all the traveling you do!
I believe we will be in San Diego In November. Son is getting married in AZ on Nov. 3 and then DD wants us to go with her and family to the San Diego Zoo and Sea World. Just started looking at some package deals for San Diego, so if you have any insight....that would be great!!


I'm gonna whine and throw myself on the ground and stomp my feet now! I want to go to Florida with you guys.......but with Son getting married in AZ the 3rd. of Nov...Don't think it is going to happen! But if anyone wants to meet up with me in AZ or in San Diego that would be great!!

Phone....BRB

Hugs,
Denise

Anonymous

OK! Im back but for only a bit. Jus swam 100 laps - now remember its a very small pool.

Charlene: I forgot about the Hall of Fame game. So the Steelers won. Bets Madison is upset since she loves the Saints.

Doing a credit check! I know many jobs are doing it now, but I just want to say this. I dont have bad credit, why I dont know since this bc cost me a fortune. I think its wrong. Now if I had the interview and the guy liked me and I liked them, then I probably wouldnt have hesitated to sign this silly piece of paper. But they got way too personal, way to early in the game. I know some of you might have parents in Sunrise. Im just telling ya, from someone who has worked with the elderly in all living situations, this was not a good place. I would never put a loved one there. Thats just my opinion.

Now remember, there may be some out there that are good. But after what I experienced, I wouldnt consider them.

OK - Im outta time. Have to grab something to eat. I know I missed many.

Rocky: We have heard so much about you. Saying hello and give Puppy a hug for me.

Everyone else. Hello from A to Z.

See ya in the morning.

Nicki

Naniam

Odalys - I can't read anymore post until I tell you I'm so sorry. Just know that we are here, surrounding you and your sister with good wishes, love and prayers.

Brenda

newvickie

Odalys...sending you and your sweet sister a big hug. It will be ok. She has you and you have us. Have her join us if you think it would make her feel better.
Love
Vickie

neesie

Back again! DD was on the phone...now the AZ boy will probably be calling!

Puppy/Rocky: Give your Mom a big hug from me.......and treat her extra special! She is a special lady to all of us!

Shokk: I'll never tell what went on at Pinkstock!!!! The dying thingy........been there and done that a thousand times....why? I don't think there is an answer except that we all have this canceritis thing going on.

Robin: You go girl!! Love the new you!

Z: Enjoy your time off with your family. And thank you again for the beautiful tribute to us.

Gus: aka Guz: A time share in Disney?!?!?!?! I want to go!!

Gina: Geez........a bee stung you on the eye lid! I think you must walk around with a sign on you that says, "Go ahead, I can take it!" Seriously, hope you are feeling better.

Shokk: Hope the bee got a good shot of Chemo! LMAO!

Melody: I'll be in AZ in Nov. DS is getting married. He lives in Queen Creek....haven't been there since he moved there....he was living in Mesa before and I've been there a few times.

Jankay: Sounds like you had a good day..both at home and at PT. Glad you are enjoying the pool!

Margaret: Have you gotten me motivated yet??

Elaine: What a generous offer of letting girls stay at your house when they come to Florida! You do know that you may be bombarded with 50 or so girls!!!!

Amy: Aren't Teenage Boys Fun?! Eiiiiiii! I raised 2 and lived to talk about it.........my DD was a breeze, but them there boys.....!!

WildJan: I didn't know your Marine was home! Enjoy your visit! I love breakfast for dinner.........french toast sounds good!

Nicki: 100 laps........small or not, I'm impressed! You know, I've worked in alot of assisted living homes and a couple Nursing Homes..............I just don't like what I see in so many of them. Especially Nursing Homes.....I will never work in one again.

Vickie: Loved your re-capture on 'pinkstock'.....remember, what happened at Pinkstock stays at Pinkstock!!!!

Madison: I know you're busy at work, just curious as to what you do. Guess I'm nosy, but I don't think I have a clue!

To the many I haven't mentioned....have a good night and I'll see you in the morning!

I had a client story to tell.........but I'll spare you all! Somedays need to go into the record books!

Hugs,
Denise

Gus

Odalys, I'm adding my prayers for your dear sister. I wish there were more that I could do for both of you.

With love and hugs,
Sue

Odalys

Thank you sisters. Your kind words mean the world to me. Sorry for the meldown earlier. I feel better and less afraid at the moment. DS is going to have the bx next week. We both feel better if she is taken care off by the same team that has taken care of me. So, first thing tomorrow morning I am going to make some calls to get her an appointment ASAP.

Sorry, I am a really tired and a little self absorbed tonight to check in on everyone. So I think I will veg out on the coach and distract myself with some mindless TV show. Hubby and Steven are out of town so it's just Maggie and I tonight.

Love,

neesie

Gotta ask Cheri how her leg is doing.........Cheri????

Gotta say HI to Susan..............Hi Susan! (and Buffy too!)

MB: Rested up yet? What do you have to mail off? All the lost and found stuff?

Okay, tomorrow is Mom day...(thanks Margaret!)....I'm living on the edge cuz I didn't go last Friday cuz I was on my way to Pinkstock. So tomorrow I really want to go to this Art Fair by me...........so I put my big girl panties on and told her that I would be in Saturday instead of Friday. I'm so proud of me!!
Now, the art fair........I need nothing, can't really afford to buy anything........but am going. By myself no less....anyone care to join me?

Anne: Hope you're doing okay.........want to do lunch or something...just let me know!

Hugs,
Denise

newvickie

Guz...ya done changed again!!! LOL.
Denise...what happens at Pinkstock stays at Pinkstock? Ok...fine by me but somebody posted a pic of me half dressed and lookin a little goofy, not to mention the table dancin so I figure you are all fair game LOL.
Howdy Susan, DH and Buffy!
LIz and Madison...my silly giggle sisters...gonna see if I can remember what we were gigglin about tonight so I can get a laugh. Love ya's...miss ya's.
Odalys...you have every right to be self absorbed...you have a lot goin on and we are right there with you. Hugs again.
Cheri...I miss you...where are you?
Casino Girl and Christine...how does Florida sound LOL. We promise not to knock on your door in the middle of the night and hide.
Nicki...you've off and gone to bed on me already...see you in the morning sunshine sister.
Angel...where did ya go...I love my angel man...wooohooo!
Jan...I forgot...never mind.
Jankay...glad you had such a good day at PT.
Robin...where are you? Tried to call you for about an hour the other night for Jankay but all I could get was a busy signal.
MB...ready to plan another party...you've got more ambition than I do!
Peter...are ya lurking...come in and say hello.
Marsha...are you feeling any better? My skin was a mess after rads and I was exhausted...it will get better. Sending more hugs.

I am so friggin tired...I know...same old same old. BUT...I am finally getting my thyroid checked at the my next ocologist visit on September 11th. Was kinda freaked out about that date till Liz said it was her brothers birthday so I guess it will be ok LOL.

Off to bed...think I may be getting the creeping crud...not sure...just feel ucky.

Love ya all...each and every one from A to Z...sweet dreams and see you in the morning.
I just know i forgot to answer someone...just can't remember who...sorry.
Vickie

Biker54

Missing my Circle Girls from Pinkstock!

Odalys, we are here for you. Be positive!

Denise, I just went throught the dying thingy tonight, *sob* It sucks! I don't go there very often, but I hate when "it" takes over. You should just go and enjoy the Art Fair. I'm sure it will be great.

Deb, are ya home yet??????

Cheri, my friend, where are you???

I know I've said it before, but it meant so much to me to meet our sisters last weekend. We did have the best time, and I will never tell. What happens at Pinkstock, stays at Pinkstock, lol! Now they are all trying to guess ! Was Vickie "nekked"? I guess we will never know. Was Janny drunk? Uh, I guess we all know the answer to that, LOL! And "Guz(ler). Hehehe!

suzfive

((((Odalys))))) So sorry your sister has to go through this. I hope she can get in soon. Like someone else said it isn't cancer until they say it is. I went through the same thing many years ago and I know how terrifying it is - my Mom had breast cancer so I was sure that I did too. At that time mine was B9 - I will be praying the same for your sister. We need a frickin cure!!!

Love and big hugs,
Suz

Biker54

Good night, CGs. I love you all and wish you a good night's sleep.

christineK

Hi All-
Some of you go to sleep so early. Here I am, just getting ready for dinner. Too "pickin" hot to cook. Tonight is homegrown tomato, cucumber, onion salad with shrimp and fresh mozzarella- Yum. There is plenty for all, I guess the west coast girls are still on for dinner.

Odalys- prayers for your sister, have her come here, when she is ready, Let her know there is healing power in the circle, in one way or another.

Vickie- we are still waiting to hear about the boy across the fence??? So many posts and no mention? Give Nate a hug. I have a great pic of you guys and will post it soon.

Hey Guz- love the newest avatar- There is the Gus we know!

Choca- hope you are loving the cicle as much as chat!

Suz- still loving my basket goodies- Thank you! I am drinking a glass of the wine, delish!

Gina and Karen- THANKS for the great cookies!!!
G- your chefness is still with you!
Karen- I want the recipe for those Australian cookies.
I don't eat alot of cookies, cuz of my diabetes, made sure to just taste all that were sent!

NNN- so proud of your swimming, I wish I had some motivation. like you, that is great!

Lots of thread to visit, now that life is almost back to normal after PS.
Hugs to all, sorry if I missed some, I told everyone, I read each post and I will try to reach out and include everyone from now on!

CasinoGirl

Hi Girls,

Odalys - I understand the meltdown, and would do the same. Keeping my fingers crossed that your sister's bx turns out B9.

Vickie - guess it's your turn with the crud? I'm still coughing but I can tell I'm on the mend.

Christine - are you feeling better? If not, try munching some chips

The yard fairy didn't make it today, so I mowed my backyard earlier in the 100 temp and 105 heat index. Holy Guacamole thought I was gonna stroke out!

I like not going to work until Wed. Sure makes Fri come around quicker

christineK

"I like not going to work until Wed. Sure makes Fri come around quicker"
(Lucky Girl Donna)

LOL at the chips Donna! Now you are truly a CG!

NOLONGERREADINGORPOSTING

Odalys...very sorry to hear the news about your sister. Hopefully it's B9, but if it isn't she can deal with it. We all did, and in some ways I feel better for it. Kind of a wake up call to pull my life together in more meaningful ways.

We'll be waiting to hear your news.

Mizsissy

Anonymous

Good evening ladies. I came on and answered some PM's and read on here and took my notes. I was just really tired so I laid back down. When I got up there was an extra 38 posts just on this thread alone. I hope I can read the notes I took earlier. My leg has hurt today, up my thigh like I slept on it wrong. I let the air completely out of my air camboot but then it rubbed worse so I tried to get it right. It's red all the way around my leg where that hole in my shin is about a 3" wide area and it's raw and sore, no hair there. Stuff still on my ankle bandage at night and sock is still wet. But I don't have a fever and I'm keeping a close watch on that and no chills. I have a follow up Onc visit tomorrow and hope all is well there. Then on monday I go to my md and he takes the stitches out and I would imagine unless my leg looks & feels alot better he'll send me to an infection spec.

Iris, what a sweetie you are! I got a surprise from you today. I love the fruit/candy box. It was too much but I appreciate it so. That was such a thoughtful thing to do and I'm so lucky to have a friend like you. (It has some chocolate in it too) Thank you very much.

I cannot read hardly any of what I wrote earlier so I know I'm missing alot of you, best I can do.

Brenda, so funny about the mid-life...and so true.

Hey to Liz, Margaret and Jankay off that page of notes i couldn't read. Geeze. I guess I shouldn't do that anymore. If I post right after notes then I can remember what i wanted to say even if I can just recognize one word.

Charlene, that's right make em' wonder. hahahaha Mena was supposed to be on that day but didn't show up.

Shokk, I thought it was Louise that was hard-shelled and carried the gun? Course the other did get to sleep with Brad pitt. Thanks for the info on Boo, I was getting really worried about her. Glad to hear she's on vacation.

Gina, now how many people do things like that happen to? OUCH OUCH OUCH! When Amber was about 9 she had a loose t-shirt w/shorts on and a wasp got inside her shirt and stung her 9 times before we got it off. A sting for every year of her life.

Amy, hope the dentist visit went as well as possible.

Odalys, I am so sorry to hear of your sisters test results. Praying for B9.

Denise, I'm fine, thank you for asking. And thank you to all of you who've checked on me and asked about me.

Janny, I was going to tease you about stooping so low as to post cat pics but then I thought about all the cat lovers out there, and there is a bunch on these boards, I thought I might offend someone. So I won't tease you. OK? (Dogs do rule,tehee)

Vickie, I've missed you too. We dont talk much anymore. The last few days I've been tired and just haven't felt like doing much of anything. Maybe we can Cyber Party this week-end. We used to have so much doing that. I will never forget when you posted that pic of you nekked snow skiing off that mountain....too funny. Humm. Think that got deleted. hahhaha

Hey to Marsha, Charlene, Nicki, Mena, Sheri, Boo, Guz, Karen, Kristin, Choca, Shirley, Christine, Casino Girl, Susan, MB, Madison, Robin, Carrie, Deese, Brenda, BMD, and everyone from Amy to Z. Hope you all sleep well and have a peaceful night.

pals
cheri

christineK

OK- There is something I have got to share with all of you. This just goes to prove how wierd life is and how we get what we need, when we need it. My roomie and I at Pinkstock, had never met. We had talked on the phone a few times, but only after we decided to do this trip together.
Donnakf happened to be from my home state, although no longer lives there. On the phone we learned, she is just one month older than me and we were both dx in 10/04. After we met, the weird stuff started happening. She asked me if the book laying on the desk was hers or mine? It was For One More Day by Mitch Albom, and we had both brought the same book! It is not a new release and has been out for a long time, yet it was what we chose to travel with. Later, I asked it that my eyeshadow in her bag- NO, it was just the same, same colors etc...
It wasn't until later in the trip that we realized both of our ex-DH are named Ray (mine was Raymond) and we are dating Marks' (although me and Mark are just good friends now) We are both the oldest, I have 2 bros and she has 2 sisters. Both of our parents are gone now and we are orphans or the "oldest" generation of our fams at 45!! Her sisters are named Kristi amd Jill, me and BFF are Christy and Jill since we were born! Life is weird. I am just so happy that Donna came over from the drinking thread to a CG get-together, we belong to be friends!

b445

Well it was back to reality today. I work 9.5 hours and just as I predicted they left all the stuff that was due tomorrow and needed to be ordered for Monday for me to do this morning. Took me all day to just get my desk straightened out.
I've been going through the klenexes today, think I need stock in the company! I actually thing it's just the weather changes back to the damp Seattle air and allergies.

I had a blast and would not trade it for anything other than being with my kids and grandkids! I hope to be able to go to Pinkstock '08 next year!

I will try to post pics this weekend but must climb in bed as tomorrow promises to be a full day too.

Oh I get my next set of scans on Aug 22 and should have the results on the 23rd.
love to all

wildabouthorses

DENISE, no my son isn't home. One of the first things he said about boot camp was their french toast is terrible and he missed mine! Hubby was happy though to have it for supper tonight, he had seconds!

christinek>that sure is a lot of couincidences...amazing!
DONNAF (CasinoGirl) Oh my...you don't live far from me since you are in Tulsa! Yes it was stifling horrible hot today wasn't it! I wonder if you by chance went to Hillcrest for bc doc/treatments?

jasmine

Glad you made it back safe CY. I hope you feel better soon and I'll be praying that you get a good scan report.

b445

Happy birthday MizSissy!

Gina, Scott wondered if you would share the cookie recipies??? He really liked them.

Now I really must go to bed!

cmb35

Hey All,

So tired I'm just about falling asleep in my chair, but just had to say goodnight.

Odalys - so sorry you are scared and worried, I hope it proves to be nothing

Rocky - what a good son you are, and sweet too!

Christine - that is one heck of a lot of coincidences!

MB - I hugged and kissed that boy within an inch of his life!

A to Z - love to you all

Naniam

Making one last round before checking in for the night.

I think the heat is working on all of us. We reached 104 for the 2nd say - new records and they expect the same tomorrow. I think the heat index is something like 110.

Today must be my "stupid day". Apparently I can't tell the difference between a bra and a pair of panties - tried putting my feet into my bra this morning. Then, I have a lotion and hand soap sitting side by side. In a hurry, pumped some lotion and started putting all over my exposed arms, legs and feet. Lotion it was not - it was hand soap. I was lathered up pretty good and it was a mess to get cleaned off.

SoCal, glad to see you are home. Hope you had a fantastic time/trip.

JanKay, that pool sounded awfully good to me. Glad that today was good as you make us smile each day.

Gina, hope that sting hasn't given you to many problems.

Cheri, I'm sorry you are hurting. I won't relax until the doctor says this is a superficial infection and all is OK.

Deb C, hope you got home safely and they didn't have to pry your fingers from your arm rest. I'm sure you are tired.

Good night everyone, hope you are safely tucked in and having pleasant dreams.

Gentle hugs, Brenda

MargaretB

Evening all,

I took a yoga class tonight so I'm nice and relaxed.

Shokk, I don't remember when my last period was; my diagnosis must have scared the crap out of me because I know I haven't had one since my diagnosis.

Elaine, you never know, we just might show up on your doorstep.

Naniam, the video cut out on me too and I have a cable modem so it's not the dialup.

Robin, it sounds like things are looking your way.

Vickie, we might be able to make Florida work since we're talking October also - grandkids are out of school Oct. 8 - 26. - I have to talk my hubby into it. I swear sometimes that man can't make a decision. Last week the travel channel had all kinds of specials on Disney so I TIVO'd them.

Rocky, welcome. I see I don't have to tell you how much your mom worries about you but I will anyway LOL. And Puppy has a new avatar.

Gina, a bee sting? What's next girl?

Guz, I like your new avatar.

Odalys, I'm so sorry; B9B9B9. can we do anything?

Nicki, remember, we are not dieting, this is our new lifestyle. There was a private memorial service today for Bill Walsh who I'm sure everyone remembers from the 80's. Tomorrow is a public memorial service. I guess today the mayor, Condoleeza Rice, and Diane einstein were in attendance.

Denise, we will get you motivated yet....don't give up....my bot cmp starts again next week. I still crack up about MOM - you have to admit, it's pretty funny

Christine, thanks for dinner tonight; it was yummy.

Cheri, I hope your leg feels better soo.

Missed many but I'll catch up later. Night all.

Margaret

Anonymous

Good evening Girls

Robin - I guess I missed the original post but excited for you regarding school. That's so great!

Puppy - So good seeing you posting! Hope you're feeling well.

Rocky - Nice to meet you, your Mom is a real sweetheart! Stay close to her! You sound real sweet too.

Z - Eagerly awaiting my dedication also. I'll give it a day or two and let you know if I don't get it by then. Have a great vacation!

Guz - An annual pass to Disney? How do you get such a thing? This was the first year we didn't at least go to the beach .. Audrey is quite disappointed. My plan is to take her to Disney World next year if I can somehow manage to save for it! We've never been there and I know she'd love it! I like your current avatar with the pic of you in it!

Vickie - Glad you liked your Angel man .. I thought you would!

Gina - Geez louise, I think I should give you my signature line to use for awhile. So sorry .. what's next!? Please make it stop .. where's that new guardian angel I hear you're getting?? I hope your eye is okay.

Shokk - Glad to see you posting again. Sorry you were having a rough time sweetie.

ChristineK - Nice to see you posting here more, I always enjoyed your posts. What amazing coincidences between you and Casino Girl!

Liz - You're beautiful and I love your new avatar. Hope you're feeling better soon.

Amy - Hard to believe school is starting. I have two weeks yet for Audrey to start. Still seems to soon, we never went away this summer!

MB - You have your secrets at Pinkstock, we have our secrets at Circle The Wagons on BCO LOL

Jan - Oh no, you're an Eagles fan??? Oh well, I still love ya! lol

Odalys - Big hugs sister. No apologies necessary, I think I'd react the same if any of my sisters were going through this. She's so lucky to have you though. Praying for B9 for her!

Cheri - darling, so good to finally hear from you! We'll keep them guessing, that's most fun! It's good that you're getting rest when you need to. As much as we miss you here we'd much rather you be taking care of yourself! We're all worried about your leg and hoping for the best of course. I'm glad to hear there's no fever or chills. We're all praying for no infection!

CY - So good to see you posting here and sorry about you coming back to such a mess at work! Will pray for good scans for you.

Brenda - I bet you're nice and clean though! Just blame your mistakes on the heat this week!

Casino Girl - dang, people like you make me worry so! Can't you wait to cut the grass until it's not so hot out!? It's not worth having a stroke over!

Jaz - Nice to see you popping in!

Jk - Hope you're sleeping well tonight! You have an exciting weekend coming!

Pam - As always, wonderful chatting with you. I hope you're relaxing and unwinding now!

Iris Angel - Did you know the woman who just had Eddie Murphy's child whom he claimed to not be the father of but was proven to be by a paternity test named the child Angel Iris??? I just read that somewhere and had to tell you! lol I know you're at your parents and getting ready to celebrate your birthday! Hope you're having a good time.

Well for all I missed know I'm thinking of you and grateful to call you all friends. I can't tell you how much you all bring to my life. Love and hugs to everyone!

Charlene

MelodyinAZ

Odalys - sending my hugs and prayers that things with your sister are B9.

Denise - How long will you be in AZ? Queen Creek isn't that far from Tempe. Anyone else want to come to AZ then? I promise it won't be as hot.

Marsha - Congrats on finishing rads. I finished up June 8th and was never happier.

Melody