5 NEW ANGELS

joyh

Norm  Me again.  Go to "Growing friendships after treatment" then go to the thread "Life's a Beach".  Read Faith's description of her Relay for Life event and her description of the bikers who participated.  I had forgotten that there is national group of bikers called "Ride for the cure".  Maybe there is a chapter in your area.  What a wonderful thing  they do, donating their time  to raise awareness and money for cancer. Would that be something you would be interested in?  You would certainly have a long list to commemorate with all of us and Brenda.      Joy

faithandfifty

Joy: typing one handed. Congrats on sailing thru the surgery in such short order. That's quite a report to wrap your head around. I'm so sorry to hear all that you are up against.

The fact that your rt hand is already funcional is very encouraging.

We will walk along with you, whatever you face in the future.

Norm: thanks for sharing your root-less-ness with us. Drive carefully as you go on your cross country jags.... what ever it takes to help the time pass & the healing continue. Do you want to drive to Ohio and help bounce and burp these babies? We could sure use another set of hands.

Norm, Joy's idea w/the bikers could be so awesome, if you could find others --- a chapter or group near you.  The group at out walk were soooo incredible! I'm getting all teary thinking about them 29 hours later. Worth looking into. Or you could start a crew?

deb: hope you're rested from all the excitement of yesterday

kimberSIS: what kind of flair has your weekend held? still so hot?

be careful in the heat.

puppy: looking forward to your getting your "voice" back and keeping us company....

strength & courage to each, as we walk beside norm............

footprintsangel

Dear Angelwatcher, I just lost a whole message to you all. So I will thank everyone for the support and let you know you are all in my prayers.

Blessed are those who have one hand held by a friend and the other held by God.

Dont count the days, Make the days count!

  Sending alot of angel hugs to my friends, Love, Debbie

faithandfifty

FootPrintsDebbie: your words are a real pick-me-up. I have a collection of bumper stickers that inspire me. I like things short and sweet and memorable.

PuppyLovey: sending you hugs and prayers for your continued reclaiming of your life. you inspire us with your determination. energy to you for today's healing process.

Joy: how are you doing today? i'm so glad that you have a great relationship with your MIL and that she is able to contribute to your healing. we have rain yet again this morning. think the ducks and worms must be so happy.

KimberSIS: wondering what you're up to. hopefully you're filling these days with your own unique brand of enthusiasm and fun. i heard a rumor that we're supposed to warm up later this week. still need the heat on! how crazy is that?

Norm: i got 'sprung' from babytown long enough to go to the dentist yesterday, which required driving along our interstate. there were three 'new' crosses and stacks of flowers roadside -- and of course i immediately thought of you. i know that you are managing to keep your head above water, but can't even begin to imagine how you're coping.

are you still seeing the counselor? has that been the least bit helpful?

we are so sleep deprived, with the demands of the babies that i'm beginning to wonder if i'm coming or going, which end is up etc etc.

perhaps you feel something of a zombie yourself.... wondering what happened to your life of only a few short months ago. in a parallel universe -- things look vaguely familiar, but vacant

keep putting one foot in front of the other. we need you here. your prayers for each of us has really kept us each moving forward.

it's time for one of your parade of little faces.

hugs. strength and courage to each walking among our angels.

SISKimberly

Good morning Angel Watchers,
Faith- Love your pics from the Komen walk. Wow, 40,000 people. Twice the 20,000 that hit Sacramento. Awesome.

Norm- I am soooo sorry to hear you are struggling. Are you still seeing your counselor? It defiantly sounds like depression has gotten an upper hand. I agree that distractions are helpful, but dealing with the feelings and the underlying issues that are causing you to drive 1500km each way in the middle of the night and want to be distracted is the key to healing. Distractions can become a habit of avoiding.  Keep reaching out to others, Norm. Don’t be tempted to isolate, OK?

Deb- Congrats on your completion of the walk. Knowing that your efforts helped to raise much needed funding for cancer research must make you feel so good. Well Done!!!! Thanks for the candle lighting.

Oh I hate when the computer gremlins steal my post. They are so rude. I compose in Word now, then cut and paste into the comment section after experiencing that a few times.

Joy- I’m so glad your surgery went well as far as the mast and node removal, but bummer about the potential need for more chemo. Once the path report comes back, you will have a better idea of what you’re dealing with. The good news as Faith pointed out is that you do have use of the right arm which the surgeon didn’t expect.

So, you did chemo already to shrink the original tumor first before surgery, I assume?  Hopefully the le will not be a huge part of your se’s.

Ditto that we’ll be with you as you walk this path.

Faith- The weekend was HOT. Had a retiree BBQ for the four gals leaving our school on Saturday. A teacher friend wrote each of them a song by using the tune of songs and rewriting the lyrics. He was joined by two other teachers who played guitar. They were great!  Spent Sunday in Tahoe where it was only in the 80’s.  All in all a relaxing weekend.

Having lunch with a friend today, plastic surgery appt. and Open House at school tomorrow. I’ll meet some teachers for some shopping since it’s a minimum day and an early dinner before hand. Thursday is a baby shower for the school counselor and his wife who just had their twins. I can’t wait to see them in person. Friday is lunch with the twin sis and packing before my hubby and I leave for Arizona for 9 days on Saturday.

Puppy- Thinking of you as you take the time needed to heal.

SIS Kimberly

footprintsangel

 Oh Lord , may my word be tender and sweet , Because tomorrow I might have to eat them.     

Dear Angels,Hope you had a wonderful day, Mine was a left footed day. I think I am just tired, But happy to get up every day and see the beauty for life and the joy we can share. I am on my way to sleep soon, I fell and hit my knee and I am sore(more ego then tired) Everyone my angel hug are over loaded so I am sending more then you need today. Life is good, But God is great. Luv Debbie

faithandfifty

footprints -- love that you have a surplus of hugs

who has a surplus of sleep to share?

hugs to each: joy & puppy & norm for healing

SIS: saw a license plate with those 3 letters this am & it prompted me to send you love by osmosis

norm

Hello ANGELWACTHER"S;

                           Yesterday was a strange(maybe not the word I'm looking for)day.Sara's daughter,had an appointment with their doctor in Prince George.She left  early because she wanted to stop at the crash site and spend some time with Bren and the kid's,when she got there an older lady was there so she waited in the suv for awhile.After 15 min's went by she decided to climb up the bank where the cross is.She introduced herself to the lady(Linda)to find out that she lives only across the road and comes over to the cross daily.They had a nice chat and Sara headed on her way.

                 9;30 last night I get a phone call from the driver of the truck,I've never spoke or met him before!After afew uneasy minute's,we started talking about that day,our family's,how our lives changed since Dec.3rd.Bill was a trucker for 34yrs.he hasn't driven since,he's now working as a service writter at a auto dealership.He's had his share of loss in the past few year's(please keep him in your prayer's)he's struggling as I am.I told him about Sara meeting Linda and he told me she was the first person there and that she covered up the kid's and said a prayer!!!!!!!! HOW STRANGE IS THAT,Sara meeting Linda and Bill calling me the same day?

             I'm going to take a plant or flower's to Linda,any one now what would be best(which type)?

             Bill said he wanted to be able to see some picture's of the family because the picture's he carry's in his mind from the crash aren't too good and maybe picture's of better times will help him.I told him I would email some to him,I hope they help!!!!!!!

                    t.f.l..........norm

                                          yes it was a strange day yesterday

SISKimberly

Good Morning Angels,

Life is Good isn't it, Deb?  I love your generous spirit and hugs are always welcome!!!!

Faith, I slept in today, so I'm thinking I must have needed a little extra, too. Hope you can find some time for a little nap now and again to keep you going. Sleep deprivation is not a good thing to keep adding to as I'm sure you're aware.

Norm- I don't think your day was weird at all.  This was not a coincidence. I think the universe has taken the next step not only in your healing, but in the healing of Bill and of Linda.  Talking about it is really the best medicine for the soul and to have this shared experience, of course each a different experience from the same tragedy, can magnify that medicine as it takes you out of yourselves and allows you to view it from different perspectives.  How wonderful of you to send Bill pictures and to want to take Linda flowers or a plant. I'm thinking flowers will just eventually die.  A plant would be a symbol of life moving forward in remembrance of Brenda and the kids, who would not want you all to get stuck in the event, but to look towards living life in the way she and the kids would have.  It might be interesting for the three of you to get together in person.

Norm, I'm so hopeful that the power of the universe and our loving energy is doing what needs to be done.  Embrace this opportunity.

Puppy and Joy, thinking of you both as you recover from your respective surgeries. ((((HUGS and HEALING)))

SIS Kimberly 

faithandfifty

Oh Norm. I'm sitting here, plugged in -- in Chicago and am having the best cry on your behalf and for Bill. Of course he must have a whole host of feelings, that are also unimaginable. It is so generous of you to have been able to have had the conversation. It just shows how much you've "grown" since the beginning, how much healing you offered Bill, just by speaking to him. Norm, I am so 'proud' of you for being so kind to another who's been hurting since that day.

And what a marvelous opportunity to have Sara meet Linda -- and for you to be contemplating a visit with her..... and a gift.

Norm, healing comes in a myriad of manners. By your willingness to speak to Bill, share pictures of your family and allow him some measure of forgiveness -- you've demonstrated for each of us here, what is possible.... how we can aspire to be incredible people.

I am so grateful that you've shared all of these developments with us. You've really made my day. I think that this is some monumental step forward...... for each of you. As Kimberly says so eloquently. The universe has offered an opportunity for healing and you accepted.

From these many miles away, it seems like the tapestry of this story of yours just gathered some new and bright colors. Goodness, Brenda must be beaming-in-her-wings over your act of kindness.

Keep us posted on how these threads are woven together.

KimberSIS: I pulled off at a rest station on the way here and took a nap in the sunshine. It was such a gorgous day for a drive. The table flat fields of Indiana had me euphoric -- admiring the bright red barns against this incredible blue sky. I loved having some 'space' for myself.

Joy & Puppy: continued healing and wishes for progress. Keep your spirits sailing with activities that bring you comfort and hope. Sending each of you prayers for this phase of your journey.

FootPrints: I'm sending you some of your contagious joy. It was such a pleasure to be out and about today. I kept thinking of your gratitude over each new day and that thought brought me happiness.

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faithandfifty

I just found this image and shared it on Puppy's Prayer thread, but then realized that it's quite appropriate to repeat it here -- to commemorate all the healing at this thread as well.

Norm. I think this is the universe sending you the available healing, thru our caring hands joined round the thread. Those healing hands are holding up each of us in our walk together:

 

joyh

Norm, how incredibly generous of you to share yourself and your memories and pictures with Bill.  I had never thought before how your tragedy would have affected the driver of the truck.  He must have been devestated.  And bless Linda for visiting the cross every day.  I dont think it was a coincidence either.  Just when you were feeling lost, you found two other people who care and mourn.  I hope your conversation with Bill gave healing to both of you.  Hope you do go and visit Linda.  A plant would be so nice.     

Faith good luck in Chicago.  You are one busy woman.  

Kimberly, think you leave this week end.  Hope you have a wonderful vacation.  

Saw the surgeon yesterday.  He removed drains and half of stamples.  Pathology report back, 19 of 21 nodes positive, so probably back to chemo for me.  yes, Kimberly I had six rounds of taxotere before surgery.  See the onc on Wed.  

Have a wonderful week end everyone.   

Joy 

joyh

Norm, how incredibly generous of you to share yourself and your memories and pictures with Bill.  I had never thought before how your tragedy would have affected the driver of the truck.  He must have been devestated.  And bless Linda for visiting the cross every day.  I dont think it was a coincidence either.  Just when you were feeling lost, you found two other people who care and mourn.  I hope your conversation with Bill gave healing to both of you.  Hope you do go and visit Linda.  A plant would be so nice.     

Faith good luck in Chicago.  You are one busy woman.  

Kimberly, think you leave this week end.  Hope you have a wonderful vacation.  

Saw the surgeon yesterday.  He removed drains and half of staples.  Pathology report back, 19 of 21 nodes positive, so probably back to chemo for me.  yes, Kimberly I had six rounds of taxotere before surgery.  See the onc on Wed.  

Have a wonderful week end everyone.   

Joy 

footprintsangel

My angels made it threw another year! They worked hard but got threw. I wish everyone and extra bit of love as I work threw this day and know how lucky I am. 21yrs the 33 time. May you hug someone for my birthday, I would love that. And all who need some******** ********there you are. Take care, Debbie

SISKimberly

Good afternoon Angels,

Faith- Your nap in the sun sounded like just what you needed, and to amongst such beauty.  Sigh....isn't our country fabulous? We have everything one could possibly want right here in our 50 states as far as beautiful scenery, don't we? Not that other countries don't have something to offer, but that we often forget what is right in our own back yard.

Love that picture of the healing hands!!!! 

Joy- I'm so sorry you have to go back for more chemo. That has to be discouraging after 6 rounds of Taxotere already.  But, the good news is that all the cancer has been removed, and now it's time to get after any stragglers with a little more chemo. I wonder if you will have the same regime or something different? I know you haven't talked to the onc about that yet.  Take care of yourself, and know we are here when you need us.

Puppy, Deb, and Norm- Thinking of you all and wishing you all a wonderful Memorial Day weekend.

I'll see you when I get back.

SIS Kimberly 

Yes, we leave in the morning, so I won't be on the boards until I return. 

faithandfifty

joy: hugs to you as you are given all the remaining pieces of the puzzle.... we'll surround you with our love

footie: a hugeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee birthday hug with your name on it

SIS: sounds like serious fun for you, enjoy. you deserve it

puppylovey: one day soon you'll be back here w/us

norm: bundles of hugs

faithandfifty

footprintsangel

  Dear Angels, It a beautiful Saturday, Not going anywhere for the weekend cause the price of gas $4.01 in Seattle Washington(Im Auburn Wash) which is usually higher. But things are always going up when people start traveling, Every year the same thing. How thankful I am for all the thoughtful people on-line that made my birthday happier,THANKS! Has anyone heard how puppy is doing(my prays are with you) Joy, I am sending you a pray of peace to get you threw the chemo(be there, done that!) Where are those beautiful babies at? I love to see the gift of life and that big boy. Hope everyone is hanging in there. Sending lots of healing love hugs! Luv, Debbie

faithandfifty

How's this one for a little pick me up?

footprintsangel

  I love it! They just make my day. Thankyou Debbie

joyh

Hi Norm, It's a little quiet here isn't it?  Hope Kimberly is having a great time, Faith is finding some rest and Puppy feeling better.  Debbie, I also loved the new picture of the twins.  

Norm, did you take the plant?  If you did, would love to hear about your visit. It  is Memorial  Day week end here,  and the campground  and marina close to our house is very, very busy.  People  are beginning to leave now, and we are glad to have  our peace and quiet back. 

Thanks for the encouraging words Kimberly and Faith.  I see the onc. Wed. to see what is next.  

Norm I so hope you have had a good week end.  You are in my prayers daily.  

Joy 

faithandfifty

joy....... glad to hear from you. will be thinking of you until you meet w/onc -- to develop your plan of action.

norm: wondering about your weekend

footie: happiness to you, happiness to you

puppy: blessings for continued healing

kimberSIS: happy trails to you

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faithandfifty

joy: thinking of you tonight as you contemplate meeting with your onc. i wonder if you have a great list of questions to lead the conversation?

hugs and prayers to everyone walking amidst the angels.

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faithandfifty

joy: thinking of you tonight. share when you are ready

norm: hugs for today

SIS: back from your adventures?

puppy: healing energy for you

footie: bunch of daisies for you

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footprintsangel

Fill enjoyment every second of your life,

Put bad things on your back,

And kick them off with a laugh.

Breathe,Let go and remind yourself

that this very moment is the only one

you know for sure!

joyh

Faith, thanks for asking. 

Saw the onc. yesterday.  He was very disappointed in the pathology report  as was  the surgeon. 

So, I start new chemo (epirubicin) on next Tues.  Today I had a muga, and Mon. I will have a pet scan.  We will all know more after results of the new pet scan.  Hoping for the best, but trying to prepare for bad news.  The surgeon said there was only a remote chance that the tumor had not escaped the lymph nodes, and the onc. said I have an 80 to 90% chance of reoccurance.  With the new chemo, that goes down to only 50%.

Tender suggested to me on another thread that I might consider a second opinion.  I will go ahead with these tests and first chemo next Tues. and meanwhile will be thinking whether to seek another opinion or not.  We live only 100 miles from Vanderbilt Univ. hospital.  We have a Dr. in the family who might could get me in quickly.  The tumor was 5.3 cm. grade 3, and 19 of 22 nodes.  

Know you are staying plenty busy, try to get some rest.  

Norm, would love to hear from you!

Puppy, you are missed.  Hope you are feeling better every day.

Kimberly, have fun!  

Joy 

faithandfifty

Joy. Joy. joy. JOY. Joy. joy. JoY. jOY. Joy.

So much to wrap your head around..... with further developments unfolding shortly. It is indeed time to turn on your warrior boosters and prepare for battle. You have so much to fight for. Tender's insight sounds wise. To help you "know" that you've exhausted all possibilities.

I leave before dawn tomorrow to lead a 2 day retreat @ a state park. I'm looking forward to the change of scenery and adult interaction. I'll continue to be with you in spirit.

Norm: prayers for you tonight.

Puppy: love to you in the healing process........ come back where you are able, or send us a note from your personal secretary.

SIS: bet you're seeing all sorts of sights

Footie: hugs for the continued journey

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faithandfifty

hugs and prayers to all living here among the angels.

norm

Hello ANGELWACTHER"S,just a quick line checking in.

                                       Haven't been doing very much lately.Has anyone got an update from Puppy?Sure hope she is feeling better soon,with all the angel's wacthing over her,she'll be okay!!!!!!!!!!!

                                      Faith,are you taking it easy,how are the twin's?they must be a handful and growing bigger every day.

                                      joyh,sorry you have to take chemo again.Know that we'll be hear for you.No I didn't take the plant to Linda.I tried to find her and no one seem's to know who she is.I called the officer from the RCMP,but haven't heard back from them yet.Seem's strange no one know's who I'm talking about.

                                       Kimberley;hope your having a wonderful time,enjoy..........

                                      norm

faithandfifty

Norm: I'm always THRILLED to see a post from you.

One of the other threads has had news that Puppy continues to recover at home and has been able to be 'unattended' which infers improvement..... but that's an outdated report. Haven't heard anything recently. Her buddy w/the updates is apparently having computer issues.

Puppy: we're sending you all that you need for this day. Glimmers of encouragement, hope in bundles, compassion to wrap around you like a favorite afghan, and giggles aplenty to offer respite from the gravity of this planet. Love to you, sweetie. Come home soon.

SIS: can't wait to hear of your latest escapades. How's your energy holding up these days? Can you feel yourself being rejuvinated?

Joy: many prayers with your name on them are winging their way towards the heavens. I am in a continual loop prayer for our family members here @ BCO, but I say your name aloud when asking for miracles and heavenly intervention.

Footie: I'm loving the idea of sharing some lemonaide together. Keep your gratitude-attitude. It's contagious.

I'm enjoying a lovely break here at our retreat. This state park has an incredible lodge with peaceful views out over the lake and off into the meadow. JUST what the doctor ordered. There's a lovely breeze outside this morning. All is well.

Norm: I have such a great time doing this enjoyable work of mine. I hope that you can continue to seek avenues for your capabilities to shine. You have such a rare & unique vantage point from which to view our frail planet. I'm hoping that you can turn this story on it's ear -- by emerging with divine insight into how to create the next chapter in your life. In the meantime, keep putting one foot in front of the other.

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