Friday, November 20, 2009
Good News or Bad News
Ok-I get all dressed up and believe me I was dressed up-which means I was not wearing sweats or those killer moccasins that Heidi gave me. There was the kids art show @ the Hutch school which was awesome! My kids are awesome. I could go on and on about them alone. So I put on my size 4 riding pants-which I was so proud to get into when I bought them now they are 7 sizes too big and look pathetic, my hot pink sweater, and my riding boots. I did not feel like a million bucks. Fine. I got out of bed and went to clinic. I am losing weight-104-they are not happy. I am a type 1 diabetic which now explains alot-I guess. I also got the announcement from the attending physician that I am CANCER FREE! Is that real-I guess. I guess I am not making cancer cells. This whole diabetic thing is a pain in the ass. I don't understand it but Dave does-he is amazing. He wraps his mind around whatever they say, takes it in stride and we move on. I don't know what I would do without him. I love you Dave....
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Wohoo!!! That is the most wonderful news I have ever heard!!!!!!!!!! The diabetic thing isn't good but it can be controlled. If your Dad can do it, I know you can. You are the most courageous and almost the most strong willed person I have ever met, controloling your sugar will be easy compared to what you have been through. As for the weight, the only thing I can think of is to loan you some of mine. I hope that made you smile because your strength and determination has given all of us reason to smile, especially today!!! I love you Jen and will be waiting for you when you get home!
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That is fabulous news Jen. Congratulations to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteLeigh
Jen, I finally found you. By now this computer has no respect for me.
ReplyDeleteWhat I really want to say is that one day you will wonder how in the world you went through this, and the fact that you did, you will see that you are as awsome as your children and your amazing husband, David; also, Megan and your mom, I believe her name is Jo. Anyway, my dear little girl, you are a REAL survivor! You are superwoman! You are woman - we hear you ROAR! And if you are not roaring now, you will. For such a little girl, you managed to conquer Goliath the monster. You grew up to be so brave, so smart, and you just will not take anything from any invader of cells.
I love you. Je t'ame. Ich libe dich. Ya lublu tebe. Tekyero!?
Julie
Jen and Dave, You both have true love and that is the most amazing gift given. Love conquers all. Without the love you have for each other and your family this journey would have been even more difficult. You are now cancer free, FANTASTIC and that is what you've been waiting to hear. We ALL have! You've fought with everything you have and you have won. Take good care of yourself my sweet friend. You are amazing. And thank you for the privilege of taking this journey with you from afar, but oh so close.
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Cancer Free is wonderful news! Sounds like you've got it licked and your prayers (ours too) are being answered. Keep up your spirits and strength and tell all those pains that YOU'RE the winner in this battle.
ReplyDeleteWendy gave you some great advice with the story of Henri the mouse. When you go through the most difficult days, draw on the memories of the most enjoyable days, like that picture you sent us of Dave and you at the beach. And feel the love you have for each other, and your wonderful kids, mom, sister, family, and your big circle of friends, who all love you too. And if you're ready for a laugh, think of Dean Martin's line, "I feel sorry for people who don't drink. They wake up in the morning and that's the best they're going to feel all day." This phase is certainly worse than a long hangover, but you'll be feeling like a million bucks after it's over.
Stay strong. Eat that ice cream or whatever tasteful stuff they'll let you(would Dave's hot sauce help?). Fight that diabetes. And rejoice in victory! The best is yet to come.
Love and prayers,
Aunt Marie, El, and Ron
Jen,
ReplyDeleteReading your post is the most exciting news!!!! Cancer free and able to get up and dress up, what incredible and fabulous news. Hang in there. You are simply amazing.
Love,
Pam
Wow, Tom printed out today's blog, and through my usual morning bleary eyes, I see that you are CANCER FREE!!? The best news I've heard in a long time. You're not feeling your best yet, but this news had to invigorate you and give you the courage in the future to get through whatever the medical community can throw at you. You've been through the worst and have come out the winner....the rest, as you like to say, should be "cake".
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Congratulations!!!!!......to you and your family!! Fabulous news!!!!! :). You are amazingly strong!! Keep up the great work and keep the great news coming!! Hope your feeling better and tasting some food soon. My mom is diabetic too as a result of her transplant. You will figure it all out....
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS again!!
Love,
Maugie
Cancer FREE that is the best holiday gift anyone could give me!! I knew u could do it Jen!!! U r the best and your family is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!Love u soooo much!! Julie and the boys!!!! Please call me 360 391-9383 I will be in seattle on dec. 5th and 6th I would love to come and see u if that sok!! Please call me!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is really wonderful news, I am certain there is nothing that you and Dave can't do together.
ReplyDeleteHang in it will keep getting better!
Terry
Way to go Jen! Big steps! Everyday is getting you closer to coming home. We got your note in the mail and immediately logged onto the blog. You're amazing and look great! Our prayers are ongoing for you and your family. We are so glad that we saw Tom at the Glenside Pub. (He was great by the way and it was just before he was coming out to see all of you. He couldn't wait). Matt and Kevin send their hellos to David and Dominic. We hope your Thanksgiving was restful and enjoyable with your family. We will stay in touch and keep thinking good thoughts. Love to you and everyone - Connie and Chris Murphy
ReplyDeleteCANCER FREE!!! Probably the 2 Best words I have Ever Heard!!
ReplyDeleteLove U jen...xxoooo
Happy Thanksgiving Jen :-) Thank you for letting all of join you on this journey with you and your family! I know it's so painful for all of you but your strength and the love you and your family have is palpable - all of you are truly an inspiration and a reminder of what is honestly the most important things in life - LOVE, LIFE and FAMILY! Everyday I look at the thank you note you wrote me after your party (way too much fun to be called a benefit) and you reference my spirit and when I read it (everyday) I am 1. Flattered 2. Humbled 3. Inspired. It's a note I will keep forever because it's like having Lance Armstrong tell you you're a damn good cyclist or the Pope ask you for spiritual advise...silly analogies but very true in the way I feel when I read it. Your spirit is what is incredible and your fight even more so! I am repeating the same thing as everyone else, to read you are cancer free is the greatest gift this holiday season and they are the first words I saw in this blog - it's a beautiful day! P.S. The bald look is good on you but I don't think there is a look that isn't good on a beautiful person - the beauty of you just overrides anything superficial. Much love to you and Meg and the rest of your family!
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