This blog is meant to be a source of support & encouragement for my mom & those who love her. I’ll be posting about her Doctor's appointments, her course of treatment & general “feel good stuff”. Mom has agreed that I can share this information with you all. She has a wonderful team of doctors & professionals whom she LOVES & is in the very best of care. We encourage your well wishes & support; however, because her decisions for her treatment have been thoroughly weighed & discussed with her team of doctors & immediate family, we ask that any medical advice or opinions towards her course of action not be shared in this forum...(sorry for the quick disclaimer, however, Mom wants this to be a happy place for her!) OK…on with the journey…
The other day I heard my pup Jaxon crying in the other room, so I went to see what the little devil was up to. As I looked for the reason behind the whining, I saw him peering under the bed anxiously. Poor little guy: his ball had rolled too far under for him to reach. For Jaxon, this is the WORST thing that could ever happen! When I saw how far away the ball was, I thought, “There is no way he can get that ball without my help”. I'm sure he was thinking the same thing, but more so, he had this frantic look in his eye, and I could practically hear him saying, "That ball is sooooooo far away, Mom! How am I gonna get it? It’s like light years away from me…do something already!” To me, the solution was simple. Help the lil bugger to get the ball & we’re done! Easy enough, right?
At that very moment, as we were both staring at the ball, I thought of my mom & the road that lies ahead of her. I thought, “I’m certain Mom is overwhelmed just thinking about the daunting task of going through this all over AGAIN! I’m sure she’s frightened, frustrated and angry, left wondering. How am I going to get through this?”
Mom, the answer is simply this; You WILL get through this! Yes, I’m sure the path will be trying at times to say the least, perhaps it may seem insurmountable at times as well. But no matter what, believe that you will rise above this once again. Relish in the words of encouragement, support & love from all those close to you. Fill your well with happy positive thoughts & know that you will get through this…YET AGAIN!
Just remember, A journey of a thousand miles begins with but a single step! We love you & will be with you every step of the way!
~Amy & Jaxon
~Amy & Jaxon
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Hi Carol (and everyone else),
ReplyDeleteI know you can beat this thing. This is such a well-known beast that statistically, only a small minority of diagnosed women don't beat it. You're a tough woman with a ton of people who love you. We're all pulling for you.
I'm wishing the best for you because you always treated me like an extra son. You showed me respect and demanded that respect be returned. In my childhood, you showed me compassion at many times when I wasn't getting it from other grown-ups. I've always admired you and enjoyed spending time in your house (even when Nathan and Amy were fighting, hehe). Thank you for everything you've done for me and I hope my words can help you in some small way now.
Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteI know we just spoke for almost an hour and you then directed me to your blog as we spoke, so I wanted to officially end our session (even though we did just actually hang up) by sharing a quote a dear friend passed on to me via email just this morning! "Find the eye of your hurricane and stay in it." Ester Hicke
You sound so brave, so determined and this seemed so timely. Keep yourself within the love you know surrounds you and anything is possible (that one is mine) lol
Healthy hugs,
David Termine:-)
Dear Carol (and family),
ReplyDeleteI wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know so many women who have had breast cancer and beat it! You and your family have that positive attitude that kick a** attitude....You WILL overcome this! Keep the faith and your chin up...It will be a long ride, but you can do this!! :-)
Bonnie Wood
Our prayers are with you Carol. You've beat this
ReplyDeletething before and you WILL beat this again.
Love from Cousin Tom Johnston and girlfriend Ann Bryant
Hi Carol,I know this is a trying time for you and your family,you have been threw a lot in the last few years that have made you stronger,so i know you can beat this.Just remember while you take this journey i am by your side,if not in sight, in my thoughts and prayers.Just remember "Cancer is a word,not a sentence" All my love,Cousin ArleneX
ReplyDeleteDear Carol ~ (and your beautiful family)
ReplyDeleteI sincerely wish you nothing but the best while you walk this journey once again. If you are anything like your daughter you are tough as nails AND you will not let this get you down. You have a fantastic support system and as you face this head on know that along with your family there are so many of us out there praying for you. I love you and think of this as only a test and when it is all over with you can once again say you beat it! XOXO Lisa, Dan, Tommy & Lily!
Hi Carol,
ReplyDeleteJoanne, Joe and I are praying for you and wish you the very best. Stay strong and positive. You have a wonderful family who loves you and will get you through this trying time. (I know I couldn't have made it without all the support I received from Joe and Joanne).
Remember I am just a phone call away. Call me any time that you just want to talk.
We love you and will be in touch.
Barbara XXOO
Carol, I want to wish you luck for tomorrow and to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. You're a strong lady--you beat this once and you'll do it again. You have so much support and love how could you not! Until I saw your family picture I did not make the connection between you and Amy. She is very good friends with my son, Pete. She is such a nice person and very talented ( she was the photographer at Pete's wedding). I was very touched at all I read. You are truly blessed with family and friends that love and support you. My wish for you is a speedy recovery because you have everything else you need to beat this!! GOOD LUCK.
ReplyDeleteJoanne Cameron