TIME TO CIRCLE THE WAGONS GIRLS

Odalys

Ok, lets put our anger to good use and let's have a rally!!!!!!!!!!We still have plenty of time to plan.  Of course, I'd like for us to have a planning committee....sorry.  The administrator in me kicks in when I am ready to do some serious butt kicking!  hahahaha.  This year our tumor registry board planned a breast cancer symposium at our hospital and we had a very good turn out.  Since we are a teaching facility we have several well known researchers that could speak on current issues and latest research.  I can get my tumor registry employees to coordinate the event and maybe the Fla tumor registry association could even take over some of the marketing.  Just some thoughts....

BTW- is anyone following the politicians these days?  Any word on where they stand on healthcare and cancer research?  I've been lazy and won't really get into it until is the last two candidates and we are ready to vote. 

Bren-2007

Odalys, I like the idea of a rally, but not a "pink ribbon" rally, a black t-shirt, pink arm band, boot stomping, type of rally.  Nobody pays much attention to a bunch of women running around in pink.  Maybe our msg is not to raise money, but "WHERE IS OUR MEMORIAL?" written on our shirts.  Something that will wake up the politicians ??!!  The doctors and researchers are already at the front lines.  Breast cancer is perceived as a curable, nice lady disease!  I propose we show the powers that be that it is a deadly, black (not pink), killer of young mothers, daughters, wives and sisters.

Tell me what I can do to help get this going. I will be in Miami or anywhere else you want to march.

Bren-2007

Odalys, My gift to you!!

Love,

Bren

purplemb

so sad when we loose a sister.. crap...

Bren..heheheI see my card thanks.. i needed that smile

Odalys come on up..cheap flights Buffalo to Fla... lots of snow coming did the shopping today just in case we can't get off the hill....

Liz, glad you posted was worried about you.. hugs...

Madison... how are you.. do I need to come down there and paint some cheer on your rear?... ok I'll just bring a cooler full of snow...

hugs my friend..

DEB...whooo hooo.. we are due about 10" of snow tonight...lol... come on down or send the kids...

take care all.. hope to not loose power but.. I'm not usually here on the weekends anyway..

mb

purplemb

so sad when we loose a sister.. crap...

Bren..heheheI see my card thanks.. i needed that smile

Odalys come on up..cheap flights Buffalo to Fla... lots of snow coming did the shopping today just in case we can't get off the hill....

Liz, glad you posted was worried about you.. hugs...

Madison... how are you.. do I need to come down there and paint some cheer on your rear?... ok I'll just bring a cooler full of snow...

hugs my friend..

DEB...whooo hooo.. we are due about 10" of snow tonight...lol... come on down or send the kids...

take care all.. hope to not loose power but.. I'm not usually here on the weekends anyway..

mb

wildabouthorses

(((((((((((to my sisters))))))))))

Odalys

Good Sunday Morning everyone.  Hey...where is everyone...shopping? 

Bren - Nice room and the tree looks great!  I'm so glad you are enjoying it.  Was Mr. Tim surprised? BTW- I'm not so sure about the memorial today.  Maybe because I worked through some of the feelings yesterday.  I don't know, my emotions are all over the place right now. Sorry.

MB - Thanks for the invite.  I wish we could get away to see some snow.  But, I've been summon for jury duty.  I'm on telephone stand by for two weeks starting 12/24.  I'm hoping they don't call me.  The problem is I can't leave town until they dismiss me.  BA-HUMBUG!!!!!

Got to run now.  I have a lot to do today.  Enjoy your day. 

Bren-2007

Morning Odalys,

So glad you are feeling better today.  For heaven's sake ... now jury duty standby!  I just write back and tell them I'm mentally unstable.  I've done jury duty twice already .. that's enough.  BahHumbug is right!!

I've looked into holding a march in front of the White House.  It's pretty easy to get a permit.  Just have to pick a date, fill out a form and send them $50.  So, I will give this some thought and see how much interest there is.  Even one person can make a difference. 

Thank you again for making such a warm difference in our Christmas.  It's really so lovely.

Love,

Bren

neesie

Hi Girls,

Just popping on quickly..........the snow is flying.........about a foot and now we've got the winds.  Power is here and there so I'm working with the generator...........hope to get back when the generator isn't so busy!  Hope everyone is staying safe and warm.......

Hugs,

Neesie 

slonedeb

Hi everyone just checking in i feel better today still having pain but doing better Odayls i got your card it was so pretty thnaks to everyone who sent me a card i cant remember everyone I am lying here wondering what to do about getting my tree I cant believe i couldnt put my decprs up outside or inside i am so blue over this but cant do anything about it well girls have a good day and remember you are loved    love deb from ky

Anonymous

Gentle hugs, Deb.  I'm so glad you are feeling better.

susanmcm

Deb, I'm glad you are feeling better also.  I have help for the Christmas decorations.  Print this out and tape it to your wall.  You're decorated.    This year someone else can do the work.

Odalys

Sisters,

I hate to add to the bad news.  My mom has taken a turn for the worst and we don't know if she will make it through the night.  Her vital signs have dropped significantly, she barely eats, and all she wants to do is sleep.  When I got to her house, I sat next to her on her bed while she slept.  She opened her eyes and told me she is very tired and she thinks God is calling her but she did not want to go yet because she does not want to add to my troubles and give me such grief.  I couldn't stop the tears.  I hugged her and told her not to worry about me because I am okay.  I love her and I understand if she needs to go with God.  I don't want her to suffer anymore.  She deserves to rest.  Since I was lying next to her, I placed my head on her shoulders and she kissed my head and blessed me.  She fell asleep again.  When I left her house she was sitting up on the sofa, wrapped in three blankets because she is so cold.  Dad, my sis and brother are with her.  I wanted to bring Steven home.  He doesn't really understand what is going on other than he knows grandma is very sick and she may join his other grandma in heaven soon. 

Ay....sorry for dumping all this on you.  I just feel a need to let you know and ask you to please say a prayer for my mom (Marta) so she can find peace.    Thank you.

My heart is hurting.  It feels like someone has stuck a knife through it. I have to go now.  I'll keep you posted.   

Odalys

Sisters,

I hate to add to the bad news.  My mom has taken a turn for the worst and we don't know if she will make it through the night.  Her vital signs have dropped significantly, she barely eats, and all she wants to do is sleep.  When I got to her house, I sat next to her on her bed while she slept.  She opened her eyes and told me she is very tired and she thinks God is calling her but she did not want to go yet because she does not want to add to my troubles and give me such grief.  I couldn't stop the tears.  I hugged her and told her not to worry about me because I am okay.  I love her and I understand if she needs to go with God.  I don't want her to suffer anymore.  She deserves to rest.  Since I was lying next to her, I placed my head on her shoulders and she kissed my head and blessed me.  She fell asleep again.  When I left her house she was sitting up on the sofa, wrapped in three blankets because she is so cold.  Dad, my sis and brother are with her.  I wanted to bring Steven home.  He doesn't really understand what is going on other than he knows grandma is very sick and she may join his other grandma in heaven soon. 

Ay....sorry for dumping all this on you.  I just feel a need to let you know and ask you to please say a prayer for my mom (Marta) so she can find peace.    Thank you.

My heart is hurting.  It feels like someone has stuck a knife through it. I have to go now.  I'll keep you posted.   

Anonymous

Odalys -- I'm so sorry to hear about your mother.  I will keep her in my prayers tonight.

AlaskaDeb

dear Odalys-

Please don't ever feel like you are adding to people's stress when you post sad things!!  Joy shared is joy doubled.  Grief shared if grief halved....truly!!!

I will keep you and your mom, and your whole family in my prayers.  It is so hard to let go. 

Big Hugs

Deb C

Boo46

Odalys - So sorry you are going through such a sad time. Sending hugs for you and praying for your mom. We are here for you. Don't ever feel like you can't share your feelings, good or bad.

((((((Odalys)))))))

Sue

Barb1953

Odalys,

So sorry for all you're going through. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Take care.

susanmcm

Odalys, I'm so sorry.  Sending you warm hugs and prayers.

susan

MargaretB

Hi all, just a quick flyby - no time to read back so I'll just start here.

Odalys, 30 years since Saturday Night Fever???  I remember sitting on the floor in a line at the theater to get in to see it opening night.  Then I went back to see it again.  Sorry to hear about your friend.

Judy, prayers to your friend and co-worker.

Ladies, I thought it was a great idea about a memorial but there is a lot of work involved.

Slonedeb, I'm glad you enjoyed the cards. Does your daughter live close enough to you that she can help put up the decorations?

MB, has it been a year already?

Odalys, I just read your post about your mom.  Please don't feel like you are dumping on us.  This is what friends are for.  Keeping your family in my prayers.

Margaret

Bren-2007

Dear Odalys,

I'm keeping you and your mom close in my heart and prayers.  I can feel how much you love each other. 

Thinking of you,

Love,

Bren

Bren-2007

Hi Margaret,

Glad you think the memorial is a good idea.  I'm working behind the scenes with a few gals to see if we can pull this off in the early summer in Washington DC.  Odalys had a great idea ... and I'm hoping to run with it.  I'll keep everyone posted on our progress.

Love,

Bren

Peter

Odalys, I am sorry that your heart is so sad at this time of year, your deep feelings for your mom are conveyed in your post.  Will keep you and your family in my prayers and pray that Marta your mom can find peace surrounded by her loving family.

Peter 

newvickie

Good morning all

Oh my its Monday...its cold and snowy and blowing outside.  School is on a one hour delay...a bit surprised they are having school at all. 

(((Odalys)))...wish I could be there to hug you in person...you and your mom are in my thoughts and prayers. 

Nickster...wake up...where did ya disappear too.

Bren and Margaret...sounds like quite an event!! 

Ok...gotta run...bbl

Love and hugs from A to Z...

Vickie

purplemb

quick pop in..

Odalys keepingyou and your family in my prayers ....

hugs

MB

back to work...

b445

Odalys, wanted you to know I'm thinking of you. I know this is a hard time for you and the family. You are in my prayers.

I'm really tired I tried to read but can't stay up long. But I wanted to thank all of you that are sending cards and goodies. I've been getting them and cry every time I do. You all are so very special to me.

Hugs and prayers from Amy to Z

I love you all

Bren-2007

Hi Cy,

So glad to hear from you.  I wish we could send you some energy too! I think about you about 100 times a day and pray you're feeling better and stronger every minute.

Love,

Bren

PuppyFive

{{ODALYS }}} My Prayers are with You Sweet Sister!!

Thank You so much for the Beautiful Card, Your Love and Strength Amazes me! I Love You Sweety!

to All the {{CG'S}}

there really is a "Santa Clause"---Thank You!

nickie,who Loves Ya Baby? Puppy

Susan,"Thank You" and always know we are together-forever!!!

Gods Speed, Puppy

neesie

Dear Odalys:  You are never to feel bad about sharing your sorrows with us.  Kind of like a marriage is supposed to be............."in good times and in bad....in sickness and in health."

I am so sorry to hear your Dear Mom is failing.......your whole family will be in my prayers, and sending cyber hugs to you.

Hugs,

Denise

Oh lordy...........left her at 5:30 this morning................this body doesn't do 5:30 in the morning well anymore!  I was supposed to get my GD Sunday morning and keep her overnight because her daycare/preschool is closed for the holiday.  Well, the storm yesterday prevented that. Sooooooooooo, DH took me to their house this morning (they all work together).......The hour trip is the pits in traffic.  Actually, this morning when the roads were bad the traffic kept moving..........coming home tonight the trip was nearly doubled.......stop, go, stop, go...........................I think my DH planned it that way so I'd feel sorry for him making the trip daily!!

They have the roads pretty well cleaned up now, but not a school in most of MI was open today!

I hope you all saw that I spoke with Robin yesterday............go MIA and you will be found ladies!!

Full day tomorrow.......that stupid "work" word is getting involved again..UGH!

Hugs to all,

Neesie 

neesie

OH OH................not to be confused with HO HO..................Nobody has been here since I was last night.................! 

Just stopping by with a good morning wish for all................guess I had better get my gear on and go looking for you all!

Hugs,

Neesie