March 2, 2008 Getting Ready

Good Day Everyone,

Give a girl the correct
footwear and she can

conquer the world

said Bette Midler.

This saying came from the book If the Shoe Fits..A Treasury for the Shoe Lover. Someone from my school gave it my weekly basket. So thanks to whoever you are. Everyone knows I love my shoes and boots. The ones I have chosen to kick cancer with is these black and white rubber boots. They are just so cute. I will have to find new ones once the weather gets warmer. Hey, St. Angela Families, maybe I will get those white go-go boots I talked about a couple of years ago. (Wouldn't that be funny, walking into Karmanos with those boots on!).

February 28th.... Took my mom and Jenny to see the new place I will be going to Weisberg Center. They agreed it is beautiful. Since I will be there weekly getting treatments and other medicines that I need. I will be needing rides on Wednesdays, So let me know who is available . I am not sure about Fridays yet, I might be able to take myself. We will just wait and see.

That afternoon I drove for the first time.. Let me tell you it was great. I took my mom everywhere I needed to go. I think I wore her out. I did end up coming home and taking a nap. Dinner was delivered by the Richardson's. It was very good. Thank you so much. I was even able to go to the Lacrosse meeting, it was wonderful to see some friends I haven't seen in a while. Keep your fingers crossed for Myles to make the team.

Friday, I was so busy catching up on paper work . It took me all morning. In the evening my girlfriend Sheri and her husband Mike had the some of the gang over again. I just love seeing my friends. I needed to see them before Tuesday, I needed some extra encouragement. Thanks guys. I love ya all.

Saturday.... My exercise gals came for a visit, Nicole, Angie and Kathy. They brought flowers and cookies. Thanks guys for the great visit and gifts. My dad came to collect my mom to go home. But she will be back on Tuesday for the big day. At night we went with the Greg, Dawn and Ashlee to dinner for their anniversary. It was great to see them, even though they were nice and tanned. I am sooo jealous. My son and Chris and Chelsea drove up to see Jac. Their first of many visits I am sure of it.

Sunday..... Church at St. Lawrence to see my favorite Father.. Bob. I just love how he gives the sermons. I even went at 8:00 a.m. to see him. Breakfast was at my favorite place the Pantry, with Greg and Dawn. Greg loves that place too. The afternoon was spent playing my favorite card game Hand and Foot. Thanks to Sharon, Jenny and Jane for entertaining me all afternoon. We started at 1:00 and ended at 7:00 when the pizza arrived.. thanks to Buddy's pizza.... sure was yummy..

That is all for now. I will write after my Chemo week. As always....

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

P.s. Tonight we eat the dinner from the Lemanski's. thanks neighbors.

February 28, 2008 Count Day to Chemo

Hello Dear Friends,

Life is short

Break the rules

Forgive quickly-

Kiss slowly

Love truly

Laugh uncontrollably

and never regret anything

that made you smile.

That is what you all have done, made me smile. I am truly blessed! I will never be able to express how much your love and support has helped me and my family during this crazy journey! The journey is going to get tougher and I know you will be there for me.

Hockey is now over the boys tried hard but fell to defeat on Saturday. Know what will I do. We are hoping that Myles will make the Lacrosse Team. Try outs are next month. Dinner was delivered by the wonderful Gerri. Thank you so much. A couple of visitors also came by on Saturday. Amy (my replacement at school, please stay until I can get back!) Also, Matt's cousin Teresa. Thanks for the visit ladies. Plus Jac came home for a quick visit thanks to her friend Chris!!

Sunday we all went to church and I got to see my ST.Angela family. I love seeing you all! You are the reason I keep coming back. Thanks for all the prayers. The day was spent with my parents and my family. Dinner was delivered by Matt's cousin Liz (she had time before she had to leave for the Czech). Boy and I thought my life was busy. My niece Stephanie came over and gave me and my mom facials. I never had one before. Nice job Stephanie. ( I forgot to give you your birthday gift, please come stop by).

Monday, my wonderful sister sent over her husband Doug to vacuum my house with her Dyson. YES, I am sold. It works wonderful! He could of done a commercial on my house. Thanks so much! I told my sister I am not buying one that she could just come over once a month and clean for me.(HAHAH she said to me)! Maybe she will keep sending Doug over instead! I did make it up to school for the Monday Lunch Club! It was great seeing everyone. I sure do miss you all. I even made a quick visit into my classroom. The students looked great. Tonight I got to cook a meal. My first in a long time. My family actually like it. I know some of you are surprised, but I can cook, I just chose for Matt to do it! At night my mom and dad took a ride over to see my dad's sister (since she can't drive, but she can do everything else)! It was great seeing her. I even got to see my brother and his wife. Thanks guys for keeping me busy!

Tuesday, The day we have been waiting for. The Trip to Karmanos! Again we drove in the snow. Gave blood, saw the doctor and gave more blood. The day for Chemo will begin on March 4th at 8:00 a.m. The doctor said it should take about 7 hours. So we will pack our breakfast, lunch and snacks. That place is soooooo busy. The day is finally coming and I am scared sh.......less. I know, I know that all of you will send your love,prayers and support, but that is how I am feeling. My husband and my mom and dad will be with me. It will be along day.

Enough of that! I ending my evening playing BUNCO with my gals. I had sooo much fun, I even came in second. (Lost first by 1 point). I so enjoy being on the move.

The rest of week looks pretty calm. I hope to update the blog over the week-end. If not after Chemo. Keep the prayers coming.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GOES OUT TO MYLES'S FRIEND MIKEY ON FEBRUARY 29TH LEAP DAY! HOW OLD ARE YOU KNOW MIKEY 4YRS. HAVE A GOOD ONE.

Remember to LIVE, LOVE AND LAUGH..... ONE DAY AT A TIME!

P.S. I got a new welcome mat with that saying on it from my friend Michelle from St. Angela's. Thanks Michelle. I love it.