Saturday, February 23, 2008 Feeling Stronger!!!!

Don't ya love the T'shirt. Dawn and Greg's friend Angie found this for me! I just love it. I thought some of you would love to see me as I get ready for my next step in this journey. I know some of you live far away and miss seeing me.HAHAH. So here I am. Yes mom I do have COURAGE!

The thought for the day!

My family and friends

are a cirle of strength

and love.

With every birth and

every union

the circle grows.

Every joy shared

adds more love.

Every crisis faced

together

makes the

circle

stronger!

Well the week has finished and it was a pretty normal one for that. I am pretty sore from the port, but I am managing. My sister-in-law and her family set out for ST. Thomas. A vacation they truly deserve. I sure will miss them, but I know they will be having fun! (don't forget to have a drink on me at Fish-Net and Hookers)

My girlfriends from school, Cheryl and Linda took me to the show on Wednesday. It was great to get out for a little while. I even got to do some school work. How sweet was that. Dinner was delivered by Matt's mom and dad. Thanks mom and dad. Matt finally got a night out... he went to see Bon Jovi... with Jenny, Ross and Kim. thanks guys for giving him a break. I just sat home and watched American Idol.

Thursday was quiet day at home. I didn't go anywhere. Sat home and rested. I did have surprised visitors, Joe and Donna . They delivered dinner and conversation. It was great seeing them. Thank you!

My sister also came that night and brought me a goody bag for my visits to the clinic. Inside the bag was a hand made scarf and blanket, all with my saying on it...Live, Love, Laugh. They are just beautiful. Matt's sister Kim stopped by for a quick hello. I just love seeing people.

Friday was a fun day for me, I got to get my hair done. I feel 100% better! Thanks Anne for taking me there and waiting for me to get finished. Lunch was at my favorite place Olga's. Jaqueline did manage to call me and ask,"What does it mean when you can't open your eyes, because they are gooped shut!" I told her get to the clinic fast you have PINK EYE! I feel so bad I can't be there. Here roomates were great and they took care or her. Thanks guys. Dinner was compliments of the Sieradzki family. We sure are eating well!

Thanks from my Washington Family, I got my house cleaned by Tina the cleaning lady today! I just love a clean house.

Myles had one of his playoff games last night. They played a great game but lost in overtime 2-1. Today is thier last game of the season. My mom and dad are coming in today for a couple of days. They will be staying at my Aunt Bernie and Uncle Jerry. thanks guys for letting them stay there.

The rest of the week-end is up in the air. All depends on how I feel. We might take a road trip to see Jac. But we will have to wait and see.

Oh, before I sign off...Hey Berlin family thanks for the great chicken dinner on Tuesday. Myles loved it. I need the recipe. Maybe all of you who bring food need to attach your recipe. I am so greatful for everybody and the help I am getting .

Enjoy your week-end. Look for your next blog update after my doctors appt..on Tuesday.

Remember to Live, Love and Laugh...One Day at A Time!

Love you all

Life is a dance.....God's love is the music....

Julie...

(My prayers and support go out to my dear friend Lori who lost one of her friends last week. If there is anything I can do for you Lori please call. Fear not my friend...God is with you!)

February 19, 2008 Dreaming of Warmer Days!

Hello Wonderful Friends,

I know it has been awhile,but nothing exciting has been happening. Here is the thought for the day:

On the pleasant days of

marriage, gaze across

at your man and conclude he

is worth it. On the difficult

days of marriage, gaze up

at your man and conclude

he's worth it.

This says it all for me. Matthew has been my rock. I don't know what I would do with out him. I have put him through a lot. I love you Matt with all my heart and soul!! Thank you so much!

Valentines Day was spent at our favorite place Nettie's. The Chapman's joined us! The food was delicious. Hopefully one day we all can go and celebrate. Guess what I got..... a singing telephone gram!! It was the funniest thing I have heard. The gram came from my former boss Marilyn. Thanks for the laugh!

Friday I went to the show with Matt's sister Kim and Jane. Thanks for the entertainment. The movie was cute. Dinner was at the Polish Century club with Matts family. I think I over did it, because I was so sick all night long. Once again I moved into Jac's bed. Matt was up all night taking care of me. Being sick SUCKS!!!

Saturday, Matt and my brother spent 3 hours with the roof guys. I bailed out on them, I went and took a nap! Needless to say we didn't buy a steel roof. Thanks to Teresa and Judy (ST. Angela Friends) they saved me from having to listening to the roofers long drawn out presentation. They brought a huge bin full of snacks for the family. Jac and Myles certainly enjoyed it. (The bin was from Teresa, Judy, Shelly and Barb. )

We also received a huge basket of desserts from Ridley's Bakery Cafe' . We have enough sweets to last a long time. Thanks to the Van Dyke girls: Amy, Alia & Carmella. Once again my family is in heaven.

Saturday night the boys went to watch our friends son from Petoskey play hockey. I was still not feeling well so I stayed put right at home waiting for Jacqueline to come home. Thanks to Mary Jo and Sheri who got her to me. My friends are wonderful! We had a great visit with Jay and Devin. Great laughs and fun.
Dinner was delivered by the Peters. I am so greatful for not having to cook.

Sunday we all went to church. It wasn't at St. Angela, but it was still good to go. Greg, Dawn, Ashlee and Lola came for a visit. Once again Dawn did the laundry. Matt sure its getting spoiled. What am I going to do when you guys leave and go to St. Thomas for a week? HELP!!!

Dinner was delivered by the Mamelka's. Great food once again!!!We sure are eating good. The rest of the day I just took it easy! I am getting a little restless!

Monday was all about Myles and his friends. We had a group 16th birthday party at Whirlyball. The boys had a blast. Matt even got to join in on the fun. Happy Birthday boys. Thanks, Cindy, Gerri and Julie for helping to get this party off. I will get you the pictures soon.

TODAY, PORT DAY! Matt,Jane and I started off at 7:15 a.m. to get to Harper Hospital. There we sat until 11:50 before the took me to do my procedure. OH what fun it was sitting in the bed waiting, waiting and waiting some more. The doctor scheduled to put my port in got sick so the Cheif of Surgery had to do it. So I had to wait my turn. The procedure itself didn't take that long. We finally got home at 3:15. I am feeling ok. Just a little sore. It feels like I have been punched. Yes, Linda I can take pain pills if I need them and I will.

Laterin the evening, Matt and I ended up taking Nettie's Food up the wonderful nurses at St. John's Hospital. Our way to say THANK YOU for taking good care of me and my family. They truly were greatful and surprised. It was great seeing them. They sure were busy! My room was empty, but they told me it wouldn't stay that way for long.

Upcoming Events:
My next doctors appointment is February 26th. Hockey playoffs are this week. I am getting a hair cut. Friends are coming by. But that is all there is. Keep the cards and prayers coming. I am so amazed at all the care you all have shared for me and my family.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY DEAR FRIEND ANGIE. I LOVE YOU!!!

P.S. you all need to come and sign me new guest book; compliments from a teacher at Washington: Jill Solomon. It is the greatest book ever. (I hope I leave you in suspense.)

As always: Live, Love and Laugh...One Day At a Time!