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  • neesie
    neesie Member Posts: 1,924
    edited August 2008

    I'm just getting ready to MapQuest the park now.............I think I know the 96 route, but DH is telling me to go the back way............I'll see what MapQuest tells me!!

    I don't think I'm to far away, so I'll try to get there early also, Judy...........help you grab the grill and some tables!!

    Surprises?!?!?!?!

    Neesie 

  • ICanDoThis
    ICanDoThis Member Posts: 1,473
    edited August 2008

    I'm getting excited here!

    Kid doesn't want to come, and DH is working, so you get my charming self all alone.

    Sue

  • rockysmom
    rockysmom Member Posts: 203
    edited August 2008

    Looks like the weather is going to cooperate !! YAY.

    See you in a few hours.

  • pconn03
    pconn03 Member Posts: 643
    edited August 2008

    Hi Gals:

    So sorry to say but I will not be able to make it after all.  Just found out last night that my hubby has to go out of town at about 6:00 tonight - so I will be keeping him company until then.  Not nice to abandon him right?? :):):)  I really was looking forward to seeing everyone again - those I know and those I was going to meet!!  Darn . . .  Well, maybe we can do it again in a couple of months, right??  We're pretty good at that.  In the meantime have barrels of fun - I'll miss you all.

    Pat

  • winggirl2
    winggirl2 Member Posts: 332
    edited August 2008

    Susie & Maureen - So glad you were able to spend some time with us today. I know it was a long day for you girls. Looks like you may have a BCO cheerleader team for the 3-day. We are so proud of you and your dedication towards the walk. Hugs to you.

    Sue - Happy you could join us. Please know we are here for you.

    Wendy - Our Martha Stewart of the bunch. Thank you for the adorable name tags and special candle gifts. You are truly an inspiration to our MI group.

    Irene - Our talented photographer with the awesome camera. I look forward to seeing your pictures. I almost followed you home did you see me almost take the Flint exit? Whoopsie - like mother like daughter.....teehee

    Chris - Great job on being our chef for the day. The brats and wieners were yummo.

    Nancy - Our organized member who cares enough to bring a list of names from bco in her purse. The fruit salad was a big hit.

    JudyRock - Thank you so much for making the picnic a success and for taking the extra time to find just the right location for us. The signs were a nice touch. We all loved our pink ribbon socks - that was so sweet of you. Thanks for having the patience to guide Lacie into the park. lol

    Neesie - Mom's Carmel apple salad is still a classic even if it does have marshmallows. So glad you didn't break anything going down that slide. Thanks for getting Lacie to me. teehee

    We missed those that could not attend. Hope to see you soon at the next gathering.

    Hugs to all.

    Wings

  • SEI
    SEI Member Posts: 191
    edited August 2008

    It was great to see/meet everyone!  Wings pretty much said it all, so...ditto from me!  And yes, I did see you almost go to Flint! Laughing

    I don't have time to post all the photos, but wanted to make sure I got this one done tonight.

    Denise

  • SEI
    SEI Member Posts: 191
    edited August 2008

    Okay, I've been messing with it for 20 minutes and can't get it to show up.  I'll try again tomorrow.  Sorry!

  • Sphynx
    Sphynx Member Posts: 611
    edited August 2008

    I had a wonderful time!  Thanks you guys. Look whose organized Wings!  Yep, ditto from me also. So nice to meet the newbies and oldies but sorry we missed a few.  There is always next time.

    xxxooo

    Nancy 

  • Sphynx
    Sphynx Member Posts: 611
    edited August 2008
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  • susieloutoo
    susieloutoo Member Posts: 107
    edited August 2008

    Hi ladies...just saying thank you doesn't seem to be enough for all you did ( and I didn't) Thank you for allowing us to join you - even though we were sweaty and tired and did not bring a thing.... Next time - count on me!! I had such a marvelous time. It is a strong reminder as to why we are taking all the steps we do as we train...for you, your friends and loved ones that have taken and will take this challenging journey. Knowing that because of Breast Cancer you all have entered my life...there are some very precious gifts to be thankful for along ...and get togethers to look forward to. Judy, Sue Chris, Irene and Wendy - so nice to meet you!!! NEEsie & Nancy a real pleasure to see you again.... Thank you Wendy for the wonderful candle gift and Judy LOVE the boppers and socks ( I will wear them at the 3-day with pride and think of you)... Neesie - the pic of you on the slide is priceless - what a fun girl you are.

    laughs and hugs - susieloutoo

  • ICanDoThis
    ICanDoThis Member Posts: 1,473
    edited August 2008

    It was such a pleasure to meet you all yesterday (well, maybe 1.1 days ago). And it was totally the perfect day for a picnic. And the perfect spot. It's so nice to eat other people's cooking - not to mention other people's brownies. And the gifts - my daughter has promised not to steal my pink ribbon socks - well, that's not exactly how she said it, but I'm sure that's what she meant. She did eat the Hersey's kisses, though, Wendy, and dinner tonight was salsa and spinach dip on tostitos, Judy.

    I especially wanted to thank you all for your kindness. I'm not used to being the one who's off kilter; my job my whole life has been to be the rock and support. I guess having BC has changed my role.

    Looking up the route of the 3 day so I can cheer you on, Maureen and Susi.

    Take care, and I'll be posting again soon.

  • Not-Me
    Not-Me Member Posts: 198
    edited August 2008

    I too had a great time...many thanks for the wonderful food and gifts (Judy and Wendy).  Irene...DH loves the shot glass!  It was great to see everyone and the park was a great place to meet.  I went to Beatlemania at Meadowbrook that night...boy was I wiped out afterwards.   

  • neesie
    neesie Member Posts: 1,924
    edited August 2008

    I, also enjoyed Sundays picnic and visiting with all!!  It was a perfect day..weather and company.

    Thanks to all the organizers for making it happen!  

    Wendy..hope you didn't get to tired out..and Thanking you for the lovely Candle and the cute nametags you made us!

    Judy..Thank you for the cute NB socks!  Wore them yesterday and they are nice and cushioned!!  Thanks for getting to the Park early and finding us a nice spot and securing tables!

    Chris......how was Beatlemania??  Sounded like it was going to be fun!  Also, want to thank you for being our 'resident' grillmaster.........Good job!

    Hope to see all soon!

    Neesie

    ps........(Thanks for helping with my little project...going in the mail today!) 

  • SEI
    SEI Member Posts: 191
    edited August 2008

    Okay, Nancy.  How did you get your photo to post? Did you fill in the border information, etc.?  I put the IMG link and the size, but it didn't work.  Frustrating!

  • faithandfifty
    faithandfifty Member Posts: 10,007
    edited August 2008

    Thanks for getting the first picture up, so those of us at a distance can smile too. I'm so glad that you had a gorgous day -- weather and delightful company and support to each other.

    Asking for prayers today for my daughter Sarah (mommy of our twinsies -- now 4 months) ..... she just called from the doctor's office and they are sending her to the hospital for tests.

    She has some sort of growth/cyst. I'm about 12 hours away, so attempting to rally the prayer train -- as I feel so helpless to do anything else.

    Will try to remember to give you an update when we know more.

    Thanks friends.

  • rockysmom
    rockysmom Member Posts: 203
    edited August 2008

    Ditto to all the above about the picnic. I thought it was really great. I'll have to try to stick around here more so I don't keep missing them. Sorry we missed a few of you, hope you can join us next time.

    Faithandfifty- sending up lots of prayers for Sarah.

  • Sphynx
    Sphynx Member Posts: 611
    edited August 2008

    faith - crossing everything for Sarah. Please keep us posted.

    Irene - You can see I had a problem also.  All the extra html tags show up and if I delete them, I remove the whole pic.  Also, the picture copies twice and I have to edit it to remove one.  I never was able to post pics of our last get-together. 

    I have a nice picture of an empty slide when Neesie was sliding down it.  My camera is slow! I'll try to post a few more tonight.

    xxxooo

    Nancy 

  • JanDun1
    JanDun1 Member Posts: 52
    edited August 2008

    I feel badly for not attending the picnic. I was in a really sad mood and just feeling down. I see from the picture your smiling faces would have probably been the best remedy for me. Please don't count me out in the future. 

  • SEI
    SEI Member Posts: 191
    edited August 2008

    Okay, I give up.  Here's a link to the photos:  http://good-times.webshots.com/album/565623979LKIVot I hope this works.

     Wendy - how did your appt go?  Did they take the drain out?

    JanDun1 - Don't worry about it!  Hope you're feeling better.  We'll have another one soon.

     Faithandfifty - I'm sending positive vibes out for your daughter.  Please keep us posted.

  • faithandfifty
    faithandfifty Member Posts: 10,007
    edited August 2008

    thanks to all for the good vibes, prayers and good wishes for our Sarah...... she made it thru today's tests and will be getting results as the week unfolds (hopefully)

    SEI...... I could get to the site & see the pics!! They're FANTASTIC!! nEEsie I LOVE the slide shots..... you wild woman you

    will let you know when we know anything, regarding the little mommy

  • bearlysane111
    bearlysane111 Member Posts: 735
    edited August 2008

    Hi to all of you MI Survivors and friends,

    I lost my post this morning as bco was down for repairs. Just wanted to say how wonderful your picnic looked on Sun! I love the pics,the descriptions and looks like it was so fun! I am coming and going down the slide,Denise and Bonnie! The brownies and all the food...sounds awesome!

    So sorry,faith,that Sarah and you had a stressful day. I have had Sarah in my thoughts all day and will be waiting to hear abt her. Those are the most beautiful children and grandchildren!

    Thinking of everyone and can't wait to meet you in real life...

    Iris

  • winggirl2
    winggirl2 Member Posts: 332
    edited August 2008

    Faith - Sending MI hugs and love for you and Dear Sarah. Hoping for good results.

    JanDun - AWWWW Jan sorry you were having a sad day. Wish we could of cheered you up. If you ever need someone to talk to we are here for you or PM any of us.

    Irene - Great pics thanks for the site. Neesie - priceless!

    Wings

  • AlaskaDeb
    AlaskaDeb Member Posts: 2,601
    edited September 2008

    My sweet MI sisters -

    I got the most wonderful package in the mail yesterday!  I love the blanket.  I have it all folded up in my bag that is going to the hospital with me Friday so youcan all come with me :)  It was so sweet of you all to think of me.  I have to admit the whole brain surgery thing has me a bit wigged out, so it will be ggo to have you all along for the ride.

    Love you guys!

    Deb C

  • ICanDoThis
    ICanDoThis Member Posts: 1,473
    edited September 2008

    Well, we were going to blame it all on Neesie if you didn't like it, but since you do,

    We all signed it!

    Neesie did most of the work, and Wendy did most of the rest.

    We all love you, you know.

  • neesie
    neesie Member Posts: 1,924
    edited September 2008

    Deb...........you know all your MI sisters Love you!!  Glad you received your 'homemade' hugs before you left for the Hospital.......................now I'm sending a big Cyber Hug to get you through your day...............we're with you my friend!

    Hope all the other MI folks are doing good!!  (to funny Sue.............blaming poor, innocent me!!!!  JK!

    Hugs,

    Neesie 

  • winggirl2
    winggirl2 Member Posts: 332
    edited September 2008

    DebC - Thinking of you today as you are resting up from your surgery. Hope Neesie's blanket is surrounding you with Hugs from your MI sisters.

    I have not had the pleasure of meeting you but I do follow some of your posts and I am in awe of you and your inspirational journey. I wish you and your family all the best.

    WingGirl

  • neesie
    neesie Member Posts: 1,924
    edited September 2008

    Hi all............Did you see where Deb's husband posted that Deb did well in surgery and was resting ??!!  It is on the Circle site.................

    Hope you all have a good weekend...........I'm preparing for the Grands to come and spend the night....first time for the Baby........can we say in unison........NO SLEEP for gram!

    Neesie 

  • rockysmom
    rockysmom Member Posts: 203
    edited September 2008

    Just popping in for a quick wave hi.

    I know we need the rain, but I don't like being cooped up in the house this long :(

    I'm back to work and it is NOT fun. They gave me quite a tough job. Wearing my compression bra (truncal lymphedema) and hoping like heck it cools off soon and that I don't start swelling like a baloon. ugh

    Ladies currently in treatment, please check in and let us know how you are doing. You are in my thoughts.

    Judy

  • ICanDoThis
    ICanDoThis Member Posts: 1,473
    edited September 2008

    Judy - I'm so sorry that you had to go back to a tough physical job. I know that we have to be grateful to have jobs, given our economy, but your note makes me grateful that I do just sit in front of a computer screen.

    The abcess hole is down to like .1 of an inch - I can hardly wait to have it healed - saw rad onc, he's a little worried that there is still something in there, so I'm swallowing vitamins and getting lots of sleep. Maybe this isn't working well, as I just got diagnosed with shingles, which indicate that I'm still a little immunosuppressed.

    We're getting close to the 3 -day, and I'm getting ready to cheer.

    Thinking of our lovely day - thanks everyone for posting the pix.

  • neesie
    neesie Member Posts: 1,924
    edited September 2008

    Hi Girls...............Just checking in to see how everyone is doing!  And also wondering the dates of the 3 day walk..............don't remember if it is this weekend or next....................I know we have atleast 2 girls walking and some other folks I know......................does anyone know the route or where I can find it out????

    Neesie 

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