January 31, 2008 Rest and Recovery Days!

Let me introduce to you "Tickle" the frog. This is the frog my friends John and Lisa sent to me. Isn't he adorable. (because he is pink!) I have been eyeing him for awhile. Thank you so much Lisa and John.

Here are my angels that are looking over me.

Their names are: Chrysalis

Angel Of Courage

Thinking of you

Angel of Hope

Tree, a Prayer

They are so beautiful. Thank you so much. They are such good company.

I thought everyone would like to see some of my special inspirations. There really isn't much to say for the last two days. I have had a few trips out to the world: Target and the show. Went to see 27 Dresses. The show was very funny. Thank you Jenny and Aunt Sharon who took me to see the show. Which I need.

Myles spent the day with me, he is sick with a cold. Thanks to Jane, she took him to the doctors for me. He is not contagious. I think he just needed to be with me.

Tonights dinner was brought by Matt's brother Gary, thank you for the pizza, Matt and Myles really enjoyed it. Night ended with a dear friend bringing me yummy, comfort food: ice cream and cake. Thanks Geri, just what the doctor ordered.

Always remember to Live, Love and Laugh... one day at a time

January 29, 2008 "The Waiting Game!"

Yesterday my day started off wonderful with Jane taking me to get a pedicure and a manicure. I was in heaven. It is one of my favorite things to do. Kudos to Jane!!! We spent the day talking and crying. It was a cleansing day! Late in the afternoon two of my college days friends came by: Melanie and Sue. Thanks for the laughs and memories. We really appreciate the gift cards that Sue and her family gave us. We sure will use them during this busy time of our lives.



The pink basket arrived again by Cheryl and Linda. It was filled with goodies. Cheryl brought me lunch from the Lunch Group! (It happened to be Cheryl's turn anyways). Thanks to my Washington Family. You guys are truly amazing people. Hopefully, I can come by for lunch one Monday real soon. Who has it next week?



Our night ended with Julie C. (from Church) giving us amazing body and neck massages. It was wonderful. Even Matt snuck in a neck rub from her. He was in heaven. Thanks Julie for your great hands.

Today, Jenny was the morning nurse. Thanks to her, she help me to get my phones up and running. I know have communication with everyone. Our afternoon was spent down at Karmanos. Here we meet my new doctor, but once again we play the Waiting Game. He needs to review my pathology slides before he can determine what type of cancer I have. So guys we won't know anything until next week. I will be going for another CAT SCAN next Wednesday.
The doctor was very nice along with his Fellow.

Another applause goes out to one of the Washington Family, Nancy T., she sent over a pot of vegetable soup, homemade bread, salad and a cake. Matt and I were so relieved, that it was waiting for us when we finally got home from the doctors. (we were there from 12-5). You all know that I hate waiting.

As we approached our house their was the UPS man delivering me more gifts. I am overwhelmed by peoples generosity. Our friends John and Lisa sent me a Frog from their gallery. Tickle (of course who is pink) is so awesome. Tears were flowing. It came at the right time, he brightened up my spirits, since we still don't know the journey we are going to be taking. Along side that gift, my girlfriend from California sent me a Willow Tree Angle, Hope. She didn't even know that people have been giving them to me since this all has started. God works in mysteries ways.

Thanks Greg for the beautiful cross. It will be with me and strengthen me as I go through this.

Don't forget to post your comments... I need to know someone's reading them.

As always remember to Live Love and Laugh!!!!

January 29, 2008 "The Waiting Game!"

Sunday, January 27, 2008 Rollercoaster Week-end!

Saturday started off great. I got to go see Myles play HOCKEY!! It felt so great to get out of the house. I was there to watch him go in the penalty box.... for head contact. It was a great game, even though they lost. Came home and rested.. My mom went out with friends. And Maryjo and Chris brought over a wonderful meal. (Hey girls Maryjo has been holding out on us with her culinary skills). Thanks for a great visit. The night was spent with Jenny and Ross staying for conversation. Matt's nephew Brandon and his wife Karen popped for a quick visit, before they headed back to Troy, Ohio. Thanks for the gifts that you brought.

Sunday was a slow moving day. Matt and I watched a movie in the morning. My dad and Grandma showed up in the afternoon. It was great seeing them. The rest of my family came by for dinner. But they didn't see much of me since today I wasn't feeling that great.

We would like to thank Mike Barthel (soon to be Deacon Mike) for bringing the family communion. Since I couldn't get to church this week-end. His words brought spiritual comfort to our family. He sure is one busy man. To all of our church friends don't forget Oct. 4th. This is his big day. And I'm going to be there....

Dinner for tomorrow was dropped off by Matt's cousin Liz. Dinner for Tuesday was dropped of by the Mamalka's. Thanks to everyone we sure do appreciate everything you do for us.

Know for the Blog, you DON'T HAVE TO SIGN UP FOR ANYTHING. Just put in your email address in the user name spot and create a password. Then from there just post your thoughts. I love to hear from you all. A lot of you are reading and not posting any comments, jokes or thoughts. I NEED to hear from you. Even if you come and see me I still love seeing your posts.
I need to know someone is reading the posts.

The night ended very sad as my mom had to go back home. I sure am going to miss her. She was a great help. Thanks mom for the lamb and books. Dad, it is your turn to take care of mom. So I can have her back for Round 2.
Plus it was sad again saying good-bye to Jac. She had to go back up to school. I hated to see her go.
My nurses are all set for the coming week. Pray for them!!!

The next posting will be after my visit with the new doctor on Tuesday. Keep me in your thoughts and prayers and remember to.....

Remember to Live, Love Laugh!