Starting Chemo March 2015

I can do Chicago! My daughter is there so that's double the fun.

Allison, your MIL sounds horrid.

It looks like Christmas was moved to my place. I'm not sure what Alan was thinking - except that he REALLY wants to cook in his new kitchen. There is no way any cooking or any anythinging can go on in there in it's current state. My house is small, dining area is going to get mighty cozy!

Chicago would be nice, as I'm deathly afraid of flying.

Also, as an alternative to Chicago the suburb of Schaumburg might be nice - a little less crazy than Chicago, lots of restaurants, hotels, and there is the Woodfield Mall.

BB, I like the idea of the suburbs

Neverthought- I'm here too, so you're not alone. Missing my mom terribly today.

But I'm hanging on and will get through this weekend. I also thank all here and appreciate your support and friendship throughout 2015. Which, except for all of you, sucked in a big way.

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I'm here too! DH is down at the church directing parking for the first service and I promised DD I'd take her to the park to swing before we go to church. She doesn't care that it's 48 and windy outside. Crazy kid!

Interesting though...we went to the store before the park and she was putting on some make up (I allow a little on special occasions) and doing her hair on the way. I looked over and saw a young woman. She's only 14 but she's so grown up. It made me sad and proud at the same time. Then I got scared for her. Scared that she may have to go through this crap one day on her own or God forbid, she may have to deal with mine coming back. She's been robbed of so much this year and I hope next year is better for her.

I haven't told her about my MILs biopsy yet. She LOVES her grandma so much and I don't want to worry her if it turns out to be benign. Ignorance is bliss for now!

Merry Christmas to all my beautiful, strong, and fun BC sisters!

Bekah

Merry Christmas to all!!! I would love to be part of any travel get away. Have a great holiday and a happy New Year!

Mo

Cute, Sloth!

Merry Christmas, Everyone. I would be up for a Chicago get together and I would be happy to bake something! I am planning some trips this year during school breaks and I have to have Stage 2 somewhere along the line but if I am free, I am there!

For me Christmas time is always very stressful and I'm looking forward to January. It can't get here soon enough.

We had an ugly Christmas sweater day at work too, last week. Some sweaters were quite outrageous and we had some good laughs. I'm the one in the green sweater, looking like a Christmas tree. My sweater also had small bells attached, so I was jingling all the time and probably getting on some of my coworkers' nerves.

Merry Christmas, all. It is amazing that on Xmas Eve/Day we all feel a need to check in with our sisters who were so dear to us this year. You all are in my prayers for a wonderful 2016.

I will get with whomever is interested in co-chairing a Chicago suburb get-together - BB? Anyone else? We'll try to pick a place close to some action and restaurants with lodging facilities that are reasonable and group-appropriate. Then we'll poll for dates. So fun!!!!

Sloth, FYI, your shirt is adorable!

Happy holidays to my favorite sisters! Did family party yesterday, and today went to Bucca Di Beppos with daughter, son-in-law and grand babies today, was nice to not cook!

For anyone interested in possibly attending a get together in the Chicago suburbs, please send me a private message. I was kind of thinking April, but am totally open. Please give me your vote as to when we meet, how many nights you'd like to stay, and if you have specific date range requirements or restrictions.

Great photos, everyone! Sharon, your dog baby is adorable.