*Tanya Abraham- Words cannot even begin to express how I feel about your email. I am deeply saddened to hear your news, but know that our God is a GREAT God who can do ALL THINGS and He allows things to happen in our lives that seem insurmountable and just plain wrong not to punish us, but to help each of us GROW and become more like Him and to also show other people Him. Everything we experience/go through helps at least one other person along the way or at some point in our lives, even if we are no longer here physically. You are an amazing family and are in our thoughts and prayers every single day – please, let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do, but no, Shay, I will not shave my head for you. . . ;) Love you guys!! P.S. I forgot to tell you that YES, I want to be part of the distribution list for the blog.
*Danica Pettit- Thank you so much for including me on your e-mail, I LOVE your attitude, makes me miss you and your family even more. You and Brett are a great team and I'm so glad you have each other. We love you and support you, will definitely keep you in our prayers. PLEASE include me on the blog and let me know if you ever need my assistance with anything! LOVE you so much!!
*Faith Friederichs- Great news Shay! Ok, I am just trying to keep it light! And by great news I mean we get to keep you in our lives a little bit longer! I would love to keep updated on your blog. Steve was absolutely heart broken when I told him, he loves you guys so much. You are one of the only people who have anything to do with him at church and he would do anything for you guys! We are here praying for your family and your health. Love and Life
*Haylie, Matt and Ali- Sweet Shay, You can do this! If anybody can make it through the big "bumps" in life it is you. You got me through my first few years in Fargo and helped to shape the woman I am today. I love your passion for life, your need to decorate for every season, your love affair with fabric, and your strength. Know that Matt and I are here for you and your family, whatever you need whenever you need it please call us up. We are at you and your family's disposal. Know that we are here to laugh and cry with. If you need to rant, rant away my friend, if you need to go into denial for a bit, call me up and we can go shopping, crafting, to a movie, you name it. Don't take this the wrong way, but the past few months have been a bummer for me, we seem to be moving apart and while I know that that is the nature of the beast with so many new people moving in and needing to be befriended and a new baby for me to love on, I still feel depressed. So, even though we seem to be moving in different life circles please know that you are and will always be my most cherished friend. If there is anything that I can do to ease your burdens, even if it just a teeny tiny bit please let me. Matt and I love you and are rooting for you. If you need inspiration visit this blog http://www.lilblueboo.com/. She has been going through cancer and has blogged about it all (along with some other stuff). Hang in there my friend. You are in our prayers!
*Mrs. Molstre (Victoria's Kindergarten Teacher)- Brett and Shay, Wow what a shocker! I thought about you all day and I wasn’t sure how to respond. I too have had some of your same thoughts as I had a “bump” checked out two weeks ago (maybe we were even there at the same time!). My outcome was different and so you are obviously thinking and feeling a storm of things. I greatly appreciate you keeping me updated so I can be ready for anything Victoria may need during this time. I checked with our counselor and she was able to locate a book call Once Upon A Hopeful Night and it is about a mother who gets cancer. It talks about treatment and fighting the battle. Would you like our school counselor or myself to read this with her? It’s also on Amazon for like $7 too if you would like to look into it for yourselves. Shay, you of all people will be the most amazing cancer patient. I will diligently pray for strength, patience, good news for you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything at all ( I am sure you have had a gazillion offers J). I would love to help out with meals or taking care of kids if need be.
*Heather Parry- Oh Shay my friend, I am so sorry to hear of your news. I have thought a lot about our days at the day care lately. I miss you and have thought of you often. I am sorry I have not been a good friend & kept better in touch. You are an amazing strong woman, I have complete faith in the Lord's plan. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you and your family go through this trial. I have to admit to you that I cried for you while reading it. Then laughed for you as you talked about the truth of it all. I am grateful that I was included on your email list, that I will be given the opportunity to pray for you. I would love to be kept updated. We love you and miss you.
*Angie Kallmeyer- Hi Shay, I was at Patty Ransoms last night working on a quilt and she shared your news with me...then Telindalee forwarded me your email. I just wanted you to know that I think your an amazing courageous woman! I love your attitude, and if anyone can handle this, you can. Not that it means that much coming from me, but I just felt like I should tell you :) We will be praying for you and your family, and if there is ever anything I can do, please don't hesitate to call. Love, Angie
*Garold Seamons- Got your email that Shay sent. Sounds like quite an ordeal. We are praying for your family. I know that the Lord will answer your prayers as well as ours. I guess the tough part comes in waiting it out. But the Lord is looking out for you and your family. Love, dad
*Kent and Glenda Crump- Sheleray,We just got back from Utah last night and we were lucky to be able to spend time with all Kents brothers and sisters. We miss everyone so much! We are sad to hear about your breast cancer and just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! This is news no one wants to hear and we hope you know we support and love you and your family!Please continue to keep us updated if you can, we want to know how your doing!!! Good Luck in all your challenges and know that we LOVE YOU!!!
*Barb and Steve Taylor- Shay, We were so surprised to hear your news. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We would like to be able to read your blog if that is ok with you. We hope you know how much we all care about you.
*Lori, Louie, and fam- Dear Shay, Brett, and kids,We love you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we wish we were closer and could help more. Please let us know if we can do anything - we have even saved a few sky miles if you need Lori to fly out at some point to help. We appreciate your strength, example, and testimony. Love, Lori, Louie, and fam P.S. - We would appreciate being invited to your blog for updates.
*Rachel Crump- Hey cousin, It's been a long time. I just wanted to let you know how much your great attitude means to me. I know how hard it can be to keep your head up during hard times. I try my best to keep a positive outlook on my health issues too. I have been on dialysis for almost 5 1/2 years now. I have been on the waiting list since Dec. 2007 in TX. Just this past summer I felt the spirit really strongly telling me I should move back to UT and get on the list because I'd have a much better and quicker chance of getting one there. So in Sep. I packed up and left leaving my dad and Glenda behind. And Jamie and her family which I took care of her two most wonderful boys almost everyday. It was the hardest thing I ever had to do. I still wonder to myself to this day if it was the right thing or not but I'm always comforted by the spirit that reassures me I'm in the right place. Even though now 6 months later, still not on the waiting list in UT. I have also come to some bumps in the road. In order to be placed on the waiting list, other than needing a kidney, you need to be in the best health possible so I have to stay up on all examinations. So in Nov. I went in for my annual PAP and was notified that it was abnormal, going in with a positive attitude I thought well maybe its wrong or something. Next thing I knew I was in for a biopsy in my cervix. Results took about a week. So 9 looong days later I get a call saying that it was in the most advanced stage of PRECANCER and I was scared to death but relieved at the same time. It sounded scary but I was so grateful that we had caught this in time....otherwise I would have to be on dialysis and chemo at the same time. So i was able to go in for one procedure called a LEEP and they pretty much remove part of your cervix. Another long week later I was given the news that it was successful. So relieved. But not out of the woods yet. So i have to keep up on it every six months. And being a dialysis/ kidney patient I am 3 times more likely to end up with any type of cancer than someone with no kidney problems, because my immune system is so low. I had to stay strong especially being in a different state than my parents. So I did and kept my head up as much as I could and to me that positive attitude is always key.I think that my positive attitude is what helped me come out on top beating this and getting on with my life. So I just want you to know that because of your positive outlook that makes you strong and because of that you WILL get through this and come out on top and win the battle. I love you and wish you well. You are more than welcome to email me or anything anytime. I will be praying for you. Keep your head up. -Rachel Crump
*Deanne Stevenson- Thinking of you lots. If there is anything i can do please let me know. If you need help watching the kids this week I am in town until Friday. Just know I love ya.
* Cheryl Oster- Hi Shay, Just a note to say Hang in there-you are a strong and vibrant lady! If there is anything I can do for you and your family don't hesitate to ask!! I will be thinking of you
AND
Hi Shay, Hope you are doing OK-You are in my thoughts and prayers. I would like you send me an invite to your blog so I can keep in touch. Remember if you need anything, do hesitate to ask. I would be glad to take the kids on a weekend they would have a blast playing with Molly! Cheryl
* Cheri, Dixon and family- Hi Brett and Shay, I didn't want you guys to think I hadn't read this email or that our family didn't care but I wanted to give you guys a little space because you were probably overwhelmed with people responding. Wow! I could not believe what I was reading. I (we as a family) just want you to know how much we love you guys. You really are an inspiring family. I also want you to know that our family will do ANYTHING we can to help. That includes flying up there at a moments notice to help with your kids, clean house, run errands. We will have garage sales and sell lemonade to earn money for medical expenses, run 5k runs and so on. We will do pretty much anything (but shave my head.) LOL. I will leave that to Shay. I am being honest. As we fasted as a family today I was impressed with the faith you guys show. We will continue to pray for you and really just hope you know how much we support you. Please give us the blog information so we can be included on that. How grateful we are for the gospel and the love that our Savior has for each of us and that he guides our lives and knows us personally. We love you and you truly are amazing!! GO TEAM SHAY!!! Love, Cheri, Dixon and family.
* Lisa McKee and Fam- Hi Shay and family, I have been meaning to write you guys but it has been hard for me to know what to say. I think I have been in some shock about your diagnosis. I just think that if I pretend it isn't there that it will go away. I guess that you guys aren't the only ones in denial-sorry. I am so sorry that this is something you guys are facing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. I know this may sound strange but we have been experimenting with our juicer lately and I have some pretty healthy vegetable juices that may help you Shay if you are interested. They are really helping me feel great. I remember one juice recipe says it is supposed to help with your red blood cell count. They don't all taste good. I guess healthy doesn't always mean yummy:) Anyway I know it sounds exciting but if you want to give them a try let me know and we can have a juicing party! We are still excited to have you guys over for dinner but I forgot what day. Was it the 20th? 21st? Would you mind reminding me? thanks: Talk to you soon, Lisa
*Sanders family- Invite please and thank you! We love you and are praying, praying, praying! Big hugs from the Sanders family!!
* Kiley Finch- Wow! What a shocker! Let me just say I have been thinking about all of you the past few days since I heard the news. I am sending my love to all of you through my thoughts & prayers. I do have to say that I think the humor you have is awesome! I can’t even begin to imagine the different emotions you are feeling. Shay, I know you are a strong woman and that you will get through this with the support of your family, friends, and of course God! PLEASE put me on your blog list and here’s my current email address. I know today you are having your MRI. I hope all goes well. Love you! Love, Kiley
* Shelley Sadler- Hey Shay, I've been wanting to call you to chat, but I got your # from your mom the day before you sent out the first email. I was going to ask you all about Columbia and see if you were coming to the quilt retreat. Then in the email you said you would rather us read the blog, rather than having to repeat everything over and over again. So, I've been hesitant. I am so sorry to hear about the breast cancer, and I can say that you are the most upbeat person about cancer that I have ever met. You have always amazed me with all that you do concerning mommy-hood, crafting, and being such a good wife, and this just seals the deal that you are the most incredible woman I know! This might be the dumbest question EVER with all that is going on in your life, but when will we see you again? I know you said you will be having treatments and chemo, etc., so I'm not saying I want you to jump in the car right now and drive down here, but I was getting excited for you to hopefully come to the quilt retreat!! I guess I can probably find out the answers to my questions by reading your blog. :) Know that you are in my prayers and that I love you and your cutest family! Oh, a boy in Preston's class and a girl in Brigham's class are named Liberty and Justice and I just barely realized they are siblings. Makes me think of you guys!I love you Shay! love, Shelley Oh, p.s. can I get an invite to your blog? Thanks! Oh, p.p.s. My 7 year old neighbor lost all her hair to some strange condition. Bald is the new blonde. You'll look awesome! ;)
* Jill Erickson and family - Can I get an invite to your blog again? My email is ..... Just letting you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I am glad you might be in the ward longer :) There is always a bright side.
* Elisa Hunt- Hi Shay, Thanks for the message. If there's one thing I know about being in the middle of medical things, it's that life takes a weird turn. So, I am not the least bit worried about not getting the message right on time. You have bigger (and smaller!) things to worry about. Anyway, thanks for the email. I'd like to sign up for your blog, as I want to hear what's going on.
I was going to give you a call the other night, but
a. it was FHE night
b. Robbie had said something like you had been on the phone all day
So, I've wanted to give you a call, but I didn't want to be 4,478 phone call for the day.
I'm really sorry that you're going through this. Humor is great medicine. But you're inevitably have those less than humorous days. If you need someone to rant to, someone who's not 100% in the situation, I'm happy to be a listening ear. I haven't had breast cancer, but I am semi-skilled in hanging out at hospitals (having had more than my fair share of surgeries, illnesses, and a near death experience. Long story there).
Perhaps you address this on your blog, and if so, just tell me to read it. I'm going to ask you probably the same questions as everyone else. If you don't feel like answering these directly, then hey, you have some fodder for your blog.
1. When do you start treatment? And a related follow-up, who is coordinating meals?
2. Hair loss? I know, sometimes a big thing (big for my friend) and for others not a big thing (not a big deal for my aunt). If so, I am scarf-dealer extraordinaire, as the Middle East is a primo spot for scarves. You just say the word, and I'll have a shipment here before you know it.
I'd ask about lymph node involvement and that sort of thing, but I'm guessing you're waiting on your MRI results. Anyway, hugs to you. Thanks for thinking of including us. Yes, we want to read about what's going on. But we also want to help. I'm 100% the person who doesn't like to ask for help. (Broken foot here, single parenting for a while, no no, I don't need anything. I can shovel a foot of snow...it's fine...really). That's just how I roll. I get the sense that you're the same way. But I would like to help in whatever way I can. Sooooo....if you think of anything, please ask. Otherwise, I will invent my own ways and you might not like them very much (bahahaha).
* Kathryn Morgenegg- Hey lady! I'm so sorry about your news! We have kept you in our prayers since we found out. I have talked to your mom. I know that you don't want a lot of phone calls so I will stick to email. I tried to log on to your new blog and it says that I don't have access. I do have a Google account. If you could give us access that would be great! We love you! -Kathryn
* Tiffany Sanders- I've been working on contriving some great something for you. That's vague right?! Well, that's because that's how it's been...flopping around like a fish out of water thinking of something great to do for YOU! Yet, here I am, days later with nothing to show and I'm beginning to feel that anything would be better than nothing...even if it's not great!! :) Aww, life.
* Kathryn Morgenegg- Hey lady! I'm so sorry about your news! We have kept you in our prayers since we found out. I have talked to your mom. I know that you don't want a lot of phone calls so I will stick to email. I tried to log on to your new blog and it says that I don't have access. I do have a Google account. If you could give us access that would be great! We love you! -Kathryn
* Tiffany Sanders- I've been working on contriving some great something for you. That's vague right?! Well, that's because that's how it's been...flopping around like a fish out of water thinking of something great to do for YOU! Yet, here I am, days later with nothing to show and I'm beginning to feel that anything would be better than nothing...even if it's not great!! :) Aww, life.
Here's the thing. You amaze me. I have always treasured our friendship. Your zest for life is contagious...even when you are blue (I only say that because I see you rolling your eyes, I hear you interjecting)! You love life. You cherish the gifts the Lord has given you. You share your hope and heart with all who are available. You are a remarkable, beautiful woman. Now, here you are in this crazy situation...breast cancer. I can still hear your voice on the phone, "I know it's nothing." And yet it is. Boo. Yet, even though I want to wallow in sorrow, rip my garments and spread dirt all over myself crying to the Lord...why?! why?! (that would be a dramatic and frightening scenario, so I'll spare everyone!), I can't bring myself to behave that way. Quite honestly, I can hardly mutter the words, why her God? Because somewhere inside I am assured that this too is for His glory. To reveal the love of the Father, the comfort of the Spirit. I know that you are chosen, chosen to reveal him to the world. Be it the world of family, friends, church, Fargo, North Dakota, the Midwest...the list goes on. Your amazing ability to look at life and gird up under it's challenges is breathtaking and inspiring. Your ability to laugh and find the humor in procedure and pain is courageous. You, my friend, are a light in a dark world. Salt and light.
I am grateful our silly husbands spent all day in the cities at the beginning of our time so that I could know you. That's why they became friends right?! For us! I truly can't find the words to say how much I wish I were near. But, I'm not. Boo again. Know that you and your sweet family our in our prayers. I love you and continue to be encouraged by who you are.
*Alma Christensen- Just heard the news. One adventure that you never plan for. Know many who have conquered and I'm praying that you will too. Love your family and know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Alma and Family
*Kelsi Conroy- Is it too late to be apart of the blog? I just checked my hotmail account (after not checking for way too long as usual) and I was stunned by your news. Not that there is a particular type of person to get cancer, but you are one of the last people I would have expected. You are so lively and bubbly - it just doesn't seem to go with your personality. But I see from your email, you are not letting it cramp your style anyways - you're still as lively and bubbly as ever! I know it is harder than you make it look, but you are doing a good job of reassuring everyone.
When my family found out my dad had a very aggressive and advanced Leukemia, I remember going through the same cycle of feelings - stunned, so not real at first, then when it finally sunk in I got angry, and then after that I got sad and a little delirious (you know, tears and laughter at the same time, that sort of thing). I can imagine what your family is going through right now and I will pray for strength for your husband and comfort for your children. When my family was going through it, we weren't much comforted by people telling us it would be okay (I wanted to yell "Yes, I know it will be okay in the end and there's always a silver lining, BUT I STILL REALLY REALLY HATE THIS RIGHT NOW !!!"). However, I remember a few instances of people I ran into who didn't try to tell us it would be okay. They knew better because they had a similar experience and there was a shared understanding that went beyond words. Sometimes I can feel isolated when I'm having a hard time but this reminded me I was in good company. I also think it was meaningful because there was a moment where I felt like our spirits were communicating (not just our mouths). I hope you can have some of those moments too. Nothing like tragedy to strip everything away to uncover our spirits.
Anyways, sorry if that got too heavy. Just let me know if there is anything I can do. You are (or are about to) get very tied down in the business of getting healed (ahem...your team of doctors, your many many appts,...) so we know you're going to need an extra hand sometimes (and your husband will need a break too) soooooo you should really take me up on my offer. I know you have a ton of other friends and family who want to help so add me to the list :-)
Praying for you, Kelsi P.S. Sorry this email got kinda long, but I figure this is payback for your long email (just kidding, I liked your email)!
*Robbie Stephens- How are you? I love reading both your blogs. Your wisdom and humor are very good for me. Thanks for sharing your life with us. You don't know how it helps. Let me know if you need anything for the party or for next week. Love ya, Robbie
*Jenn Smith- SHAY!!!! I couldn't believe my eyes when I was reading your email! I am SO sorry to hear you guys are going through this. Boobs-what a pain! But I also know how much the Lord loves you and your cute family and that all of this craziness will become beautiful blessings in time. Isn't that how life is? Doesn't Heavenly Father ask us to grow in the times when we have other things planned??? Oh, I love you, sweet friend. Please know that we have been praying and thinking about you guys every single day. I can't get ya out of my mind! You are a simply amazing woman and all that strength and sassiness I know you have in you is going to get you through this with a smile on your face. Thanks for your example and for including us on your journey. XOXOXOXOXOX Jenn
P.S. I have been trying to read both blogs for your updates but can't seem to get on. When you get a sec will you add .....@gmail to your list of peeps??? Please and Thanks. Love ya!
* Teri Zollinger- Shay, I just wanted you to know that you, and your family, are in my thoughts and prayers. Between a couple trips out of town and stake RS stuff, I haven't been to church forever, it seems like. I have really wanted to put my arms around you and let you know how much I appreciate you. You are one amazing women. You probably hear this a lot, but I really do want to know if there is anything you need that I can do ... other than pray!! I would love to help. Teri
*Kristie and Daisy Poulsen- Wow lady, This is no small nut shell, I always just seem to remember your b-day it just seems to be a day that sticks out to me, I always remember it as being the day that Daisy started to walk maybe that is why it sticks, it's been awhile since that happened.
She will be in Jr high in the fall and turning 13, she already acts like a teenager she doesn't need the number, I just pray daily to be a good mom and for her everyday. She would get along well with Victoria as she loves art in all mediums, painting, drawing and sketching are her favorites, she has signed up for an art class in the fall and is super excited. She would be in the photography class if 7th graders were allowed, she saved her money and bought a really nice camera and takes it everywhere, I love to encourage positive hobbies.
Your kids sound amazing I can't believe that Glory is already 4 years old, wow has it really been that long since we have seen each other? I am glad to hear that they are all doing well and Brett too! Columbia, that is a huge step when the world is in such ciaos, did they ask you to go or did you sign up for the transfer? I'm curious how does that work, since you are with the government is there housing like on a military base, I just want you and your family to be safe while you are on this new adventure.
How is the chemo going, and if you are willing to share is your cancer severe or did they catch it early enough that is more easily treatable? I am hoping that while it is a challenge in your life that you were blessed with the physical you had to have.
I am so glad that I followed that prompting I had to write you as I love you and your family and want to be a help and support you in anyway that I can!
Take care and please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. Luv ya!
*Tiffany Sanders- I just wanted to shoot you a quick email because I've been thinking about you. Praying your recovery is nothing shy of miraculous. Praying for the comfort of our Lord to be with you. Praying you know the depth of His love for you in a new and unique way...today. Praying that you feel the rich blessing of His grace. We love you and are praying with you! Hugs, hugs, hugs!!! t.
P.S. I keep snickering through the Olympic games...every time I see Michael Phelps I think of Brett. ;)
*Alma Christensen- Just heard the news. One adventure that you never plan for. Know many who have conquered and I'm praying that you will too. Love your family and know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Alma and Family
*Kelsi Conroy- Is it too late to be apart of the blog? I just checked my hotmail account (after not checking for way too long as usual) and I was stunned by your news. Not that there is a particular type of person to get cancer, but you are one of the last people I would have expected. You are so lively and bubbly - it just doesn't seem to go with your personality. But I see from your email, you are not letting it cramp your style anyways - you're still as lively and bubbly as ever! I know it is harder than you make it look, but you are doing a good job of reassuring everyone.
When my family found out my dad had a very aggressive and advanced Leukemia, I remember going through the same cycle of feelings - stunned, so not real at first, then when it finally sunk in I got angry, and then after that I got sad and a little delirious (you know, tears and laughter at the same time, that sort of thing). I can imagine what your family is going through right now and I will pray for strength for your husband and comfort for your children. When my family was going through it, we weren't much comforted by people telling us it would be okay (I wanted to yell "Yes, I know it will be okay in the end and there's always a silver lining, BUT I STILL REALLY REALLY HATE THIS RIGHT NOW !!!"). However, I remember a few instances of people I ran into who didn't try to tell us it would be okay. They knew better because they had a similar experience and there was a shared understanding that went beyond words. Sometimes I can feel isolated when I'm having a hard time but this reminded me I was in good company. I also think it was meaningful because there was a moment where I felt like our spirits were communicating (not just our mouths). I hope you can have some of those moments too. Nothing like tragedy to strip everything away to uncover our spirits.
Anyways, sorry if that got too heavy. Just let me know if there is anything I can do. You are (or are about to) get very tied down in the business of getting healed (ahem...your team of doctors, your many many appts,...) so we know you're going to need an extra hand sometimes (and your husband will need a break too) soooooo you should really take me up on my offer. I know you have a ton of other friends and family who want to help so add me to the list :-)
Praying for you, Kelsi P.S. Sorry this email got kinda long, but I figure this is payback for your long email (just kidding, I liked your email)!
*Robbie Stephens- How are you? I love reading both your blogs. Your wisdom and humor are very good for me. Thanks for sharing your life with us. You don't know how it helps. Let me know if you need anything for the party or for next week. Love ya, Robbie
*Jenn Smith- SHAY!!!! I couldn't believe my eyes when I was reading your email! I am SO sorry to hear you guys are going through this. Boobs-what a pain! But I also know how much the Lord loves you and your cute family and that all of this craziness will become beautiful blessings in time. Isn't that how life is? Doesn't Heavenly Father ask us to grow in the times when we have other things planned??? Oh, I love you, sweet friend. Please know that we have been praying and thinking about you guys every single day. I can't get ya out of my mind! You are a simply amazing woman and all that strength and sassiness I know you have in you is going to get you through this with a smile on your face. Thanks for your example and for including us on your journey. XOXOXOXOXOX Jenn
P.S. I have been trying to read both blogs for your updates but can't seem to get on. When you get a sec will you add .....@gmail to your list of peeps??? Please and Thanks. Love ya!
* Teri Zollinger- Shay, I just wanted you to know that you, and your family, are in my thoughts and prayers. Between a couple trips out of town and stake RS stuff, I haven't been to church forever, it seems like. I have really wanted to put my arms around you and let you know how much I appreciate you. You are one amazing women. You probably hear this a lot, but I really do want to know if there is anything you need that I can do ... other than pray!! I would love to help. Teri
*Kristie and Daisy Poulsen- Wow lady, This is no small nut shell, I always just seem to remember your b-day it just seems to be a day that sticks out to me, I always remember it as being the day that Daisy started to walk maybe that is why it sticks, it's been awhile since that happened.
She will be in Jr high in the fall and turning 13, she already acts like a teenager she doesn't need the number, I just pray daily to be a good mom and for her everyday. She would get along well with Victoria as she loves art in all mediums, painting, drawing and sketching are her favorites, she has signed up for an art class in the fall and is super excited. She would be in the photography class if 7th graders were allowed, she saved her money and bought a really nice camera and takes it everywhere, I love to encourage positive hobbies.
Your kids sound amazing I can't believe that Glory is already 4 years old, wow has it really been that long since we have seen each other? I am glad to hear that they are all doing well and Brett too! Columbia, that is a huge step when the world is in such ciaos, did they ask you to go or did you sign up for the transfer? I'm curious how does that work, since you are with the government is there housing like on a military base, I just want you and your family to be safe while you are on this new adventure.
How is the chemo going, and if you are willing to share is your cancer severe or did they catch it early enough that is more easily treatable? I am hoping that while it is a challenge in your life that you were blessed with the physical you had to have.
I am so glad that I followed that prompting I had to write you as I love you and your family and want to be a help and support you in anyway that I can!
Take care and please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. Luv ya!
*Tiffany Sanders- I just wanted to shoot you a quick email because I've been thinking about you. Praying your recovery is nothing shy of miraculous. Praying for the comfort of our Lord to be with you. Praying you know the depth of His love for you in a new and unique way...today. Praying that you feel the rich blessing of His grace. We love you and are praying with you! Hugs, hugs, hugs!!! t.
P.S. I keep snickering through the Olympic games...every time I see Michael Phelps I think of Brett. ;)
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