5 NEW ANGELS

Happy Easter AngelWatchers,
So, I’ve got my bunny ears, my plastic eggs stuffed with candy and coinage, and I’m ready to hop on over to my 24 year old son’s for a wonderful day with the family and friends. I've got games planned for the adult kids that will certainly make them crack up, which will just lift my heart immensely.

Norm, hope that Easter Sunday brings with it the reminder that renewal...being able to lift oneself up out of great sorrow is not only possible, but a must if the gift of this life is to be truly honored.  I am so proud of you for the steps you have made towards the renewal in your life.  How are things with Ed and Sara?  Any positive movement forward after your talk?  How is your granddaughter?   Ed's wife is due soon isn't she?  (Can you tell I'm trying to draw you out a bit?  Is it working?)

Faith- Oh, the joy of big 'little boy' hugs and kisses.

Puppy- I too have seen some of your other images...love your sense of humor!!!!

Got a get hoppin'

SIS Kimberly 

The "butterfly" has always been the perfect symbol of new life for me.

Here's to the new life ahead for each of us.

Puppylovey: I've read and re-read your last post to me several times. If I have said or implied something that's upset you or was off base..... I'm so sorry. Please accept my apology for over stepping my bounds. I really do stand in awe of your ability to find these images.

KimberSIS: I want to hear about all of the shananagins that you cooked up for your grown 'kids'. It sounds like you had lots of good times planned.

Norm: how did your weekend go? I would imagine that Easter's probably a difficult holiday, when you have so many emotions going on about your loss. Did you go to church or come up with another plan? Know that I wish you healing and hope that the signs of spring are surrounding you with promise.

I took this picture last summer. Happy spring.

Puppy, Faith, and Norm,

I feel pretty darn good today!!!! 

The adult kids had a blast looking for eggs filled with both candy and coinage. I save my coins all year long and usually have over $100 in coins, so I figured my college kid and his roomies could use some extra spending money and decided eggs with coinage would be fun.  After the egg hunt, they played games to win envelopes with cash prizes ranging from $2 up to $20 in them. Overall, a great day was had by all. I was exhausted. I was in bed by 8pm reading and asleep by 9:00pm.

Puppy- I love your image from yesterday. I've always been drawn to the idea of fairies.

I too read and reread the post to Faith and hope my piggy backing on the seeing other posts didn't cause you distress.  I realize you have different images you post on different threads depending on the thread's environment, and that you feel this thread needs to remain filled with images of renewal and love.  I was just letting you know that having seen some of your other images elsewhere how much I loved your sense of humor.  

((((HUGS)))) of apology. 

Faith- You should have seen the adult kids running around the yard and giggling and screaming, "found one"...it was great!!!! Afterwards, we have games where they had to compete individually, in self chosen teams, boys against girls, and as a household for envelopes of cash.  They were crackin' up, accusing eachother of 'cheating' and wanting 'do overs'...but in the end brought out their communal cash jar and put all the money inside to spend on things for their house.  I was so proud of them.

How was time with your grandson?   Loved the sunflowers and the butterfly image!!!!

Norm- Thinking of you.  What did you do for Easter?

Happy Monday to all,

Kimberly 

Oh thank heavens puppylovey! I certainly PROMISE that I've not ever judged you. I honest-to-goodness do stand in awe of your finding these pics. (Remember I've only learned how to post images in the last week.... and I still only know how to post pics that I've taken myself. I have no idea how you -- or anyone can post the pics that have been on the web etc etc.) Post whatever you want, where ever you want. I've enjoyed them all. The pic you had yesterday for Easter was beyond perfect for Norm's angels. I think the artist must have had such an idea in mind. Heaven: angels, butterflies, flowers, candles and all twinklie.

I continue to be concerned for you Puppy and am so sorry that you've had rough waters of late. I hold you close to my heart with healing thoughts.

KimberSIS: I can picture these big 'kids' of yours tromping about and simultaneously giggling with glee over finding the hidden treasures. Makes me remember the fun I created for the 'extended family' of the girls friends over the years. What a generous & fun way to share your coins, Kim. Glad that they lightened your day with their response.

Norm: looking at our cold gray skies today I wonder how you're managing of late? I know you said that you check in -- even when you're not posting. Know that I hold you up every day. Continue to take each day as it presents itself. Anything happening with the 'mission' work??

Hugs to each & all. Lori it was nice to have you stop by our angelwatchers.

Come back often. We need lots of cheering for Norm.

Puppylovey!!! You've made me laugh out loud with this picture of the puppy acting forlorn! Silly, silly, silly girl.

Easter is all about forgiveness and I'm so glad that you've forgiven me.

As my DH would say, "No harm, no foul."

KimberSIS: are you having another 'darn good day?' Let us know when you string a couple of them together. Before you know it -- you'll be having a good week, all in a row.

Norm: know that even when the words completely and totally fail me, you are in my prayers. I always want the very best for you, each & every day.

Since I've learned how to 'mount' pics, and since you've all been so fantastic to support me thru my DD's pregnancy, I thought you might enjoy having a peek at what she's looking like of late. I took this tonight before we went out to get a bite of dinner. She's 34 weeks & 1 day along.

Do you want to join the baby poll -- to predict when they will arrive? The winner will get some sort of amazing prize. In addition you will be honorary fairy godmother/fairy godfather upon winning.

puppy you allways have the neatest pictures they really give me so much joy, thankyou heather.

Good Afternoo Angel Watchers,
Had to make an early appt. with the ps to recheck my ‘mound’.  Looks good. I got a prescription for antibiotics to hold onto in case I’m out of town when another infection strikes and another for when I go to the dentist for a cleaning after chemo.  My ps is sooo nice.  I told him I wasn’t going to do rads, and he totally supported my choice.

Met my twin for lunch afterwards, so I just got home.

Faith- The counselor at work I told you about whose wife had five miscarraiges and then found out she was pregnant with twins...just had her babies.  Isn't that exciting!!!!  Emma weighed in at 2 pounds 7oz and her brother Charles at 4 pounds 10oz.  They're still in the hospital of course, but are doing well.  Mom and Dad are staying close by at the hospital's critical care house.  

Hi Puppy and Norm!!!!!  

SIS Kimberly 

***faith***

This is one of the most Beautiful Sight I have seen!

Truley had to be Our {{Angels}}

{{Norm}} HEHEHE Glad to make You Happy!

so good to hear from You we Are always Happy to see Your

update on You! Hope the house is the one!

{{Sis}}

Are You using Your hugaghan?  Hope Your feeling better, Sweety!

sure will let all of you know as soon as any news!

this waiting is very hard! have no idea why!

Faith, Please tell Your Sweet Beautiful Daughter, we are getting as excited as Grandma

Puppy

I'm off to Tahoe for a little weekend getaway (gotta take time to really enjoy this last weekend  before next Tuesday's chemo and the rolling in of the fog next week)  this afternoon, so I won't be online until Monday.

Thinking of you all on this beautiful day and lovin' you all my dear friends.

SIS Kimberly 

KimberSis: Just realizing that today's the ramp-up day for April Fool's. Wonder if you've concocted some sort of costume for tomorrow. Wanted you to know that I'm holding you up & sending you healing energy. You're on the downhill slide now. Keep on rolling.

Puppylovey: Prayers ascend for you continually. Wanting you to know that I care about your current journey. Wishing you all the comfort of a plot of daffodils and a gentle spring breeze. Hoping that your weekend had some zip to it.

Norm: How's the house hunt going? Anything of interest? What a great way to keep yourself busy. I'm so proud that you're beginning to consider the pieces and parts of your next life. Are you still talking to the counselor? Know that you are in my heart for healing.

Angel watchers: just a head's up that I will be here quite a bit less in the coming days & weeks. Somehow I've got to figure out how to 're-enter' my real life, while still being here on TWINS watch central. When I planned my calendar, ages ago, I never figured she'd be able to carry them this far, as she had so many issues w/her first pregnancy.

Anyhow, I've accepted some lovely, BIG invitations for conferences in April and it's gonna take Houdini to get them accomplished in the midst of all of this other excitement.

Will really attempt to keep you posted when the big day arrives. I have each of your entries into the baby poll. Thanks for your support thru all of this adventure.

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Good Afternoon Angel Watchers,
We had a great time in Tahoe. The weather wasn’t too bad. It was pretty dang cold even though it was partially sunny. It was also kind of windy, which made it seem a lot colder. It rained at night, and we had some flurries on the way up...but the scenery is so gorgeous.
Not caring about the weather, we ate great food, drank fabulous wine, took a walk, had great conversations, hung out and read by the fire, and played some cards. It was very low key and a much needed getaway.

Faith- I'm sure that you'll come up with something as far as your April conferences go. Is there a chance you can cancel if you have to under the circumstances? It isn't every day that your daughter has twins and really needs her mommy.  Your not being online a lot during this next phase is totally understandable. We will miss you when your aren't here,but will be thinking of you rocking and cooing to your new grandbabies.

I hadn't really thought about a different costume for April Fools Day...something to consider.

Puppy- Any news yet?  I love the garden picture.  Being in nature is always so calming.  When my hubby and I were in Italy for our honeymoon six years ago, we visited some absolutely gorgeous gardens.

Norm- Hope all is going will with your house hunt!!!!

Happy Days,

SIS Kimberly 

Ducking into your party here Faith, Puppy, Norm, Kimberly...Others?  You seem to have a little private group hug going on here and I just wanted to dip in and feel the warmth.  I'm glad to hear that you're managing well Norm.  I think one of your recent posts says it all... in some ways you're lucky.... to have those beautiful memories when some folks have absolutely no memories of a warm and caring family to reflect on.  Kimberly, chemo sucks, there's no two ways about it.  Faith, your daughter is stunningly radiant... there's something about a young pregnant woman that we can all appreciate.  I'm a terrible gambler so will opt out of the birthdate lottery.  I do send my warm wishes for a healthy bouncing baby though.  Puppy, it sounds as though you are going through a tough time.  I hope these current trials pass and you are able to see the light again.  I send you warm hugs to wrap around you Puppy.

Have I mentioned I used to live in BC?  ... was just thinking about that, reading Norm's posts.  Still have family in the lower mainland... a ways a way from Norm's stomping grounds.

Hugs from an interloper.  Nice to read your kind and caring interchange.

Twink: we welcome you to our in-house hug-a-thon crew. As KimberSIS has already said, we are delighted to have you check in here with us. Norm brought us together thru his harrowing story, but we've hung together thru all that's going on for each of us.

KimberSIS!!!!! Holy Canole. You've made it..... well almost. Nearly there. Completely in your sights now. You ARE doing this. We'll keep sending you healing vibes in case the fog finds your home address.

Good vibrations for this milestone.

PuppyLovey: did I see on another thread that your surgery has been scheduled? I just saw a tid-bit that inferred you are going to have to wait a long time. Know that we're all here cheering for you. We'll keep you busy during the waiting. Prayers for these days ahead.

Norm: so glad to hear that you put on your knight-in-shining-armor suit and came to the rescue. Being needed is one of the best medicines available..... and believe me, there are LOTS of places where you are needed. Go ahead. Become a real estate mogul. If we ever make it to Canada, we'll stay in one of your properties.

Blessings all. In a very uncharacteristic move, I've gotten myself organized for my BIG weekend already. My car is already packed. Plans are made..... for care of my DD. This weekend I'm just downtown, merely 35 minutes away. The best of both worlds!

Hope you pulled a few funny pranks for April Fools.

(((((((((((((((((Angel watchers)))))))))))))))

Good Afternoon Angel Watchers,
Well, so far so good. I expect that the fog will begin to roll in tomorrow. The rock in the gut is just starting to form…yippee skippy (not).

I’ve spent the morning outlining my decision to forgo radiation and HT for my oncologist citing all my research. I’m mailing it to him in advance of my last chemo, so he has plenty of time to read, soak it up, and be prepared to discuss my aftercare plan knowing I’ve made up my mind.

Faith- Well, you are ahead of schedule with the car packed already for the weekend. BRAVO!!!  April 7th is looming...I'm counting on that being the big day.

Puppy- Another beautiful pic.  Faith eluded to a posting elsewhere stating your surgery has been scheduled, but that it will be a bit of a wait . More waiting must be exhausting, but on the up side, if it was really serious, it certainly would have been done immediately, right?  In my thoughts as always...(((HUGS and LOVE))))

I hate that it takes me so long to type these days. I am forever making typos I wouldn’t normally make. It is like my fingers and brain aren’t connected.

I’m off to shower, get my Neulasta shot, get my Vision board materials, and head off to a meeting with the boss at a local pub (no drinks for me) and a group of the ladies he wants to say thanks to for helping make his job easier this year. I’m not sure how I got on the list again this year since I missed most of the year, but do appreciate him so much for inviting me along.

I’ll try to check in later tonight.

SIS Kimberly