TIME TO CIRCLE THE WAGONS GIRLS
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I'm tucking you guys in for the night.
Deb, glad to hear you are doing better. My life continues to be busy, but not nearly as busy as yours!
Nicki, did I ever tell you that my avatar was taken on a trip to Hawaii, just after I finished chemo. That's me with my wig on. I should probably do a new avatar but I have to wait until I take a picture I like.
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Good Evening CGs
Up on another night shift.Thought I'd walk around the circle on my break. Better stop over at Nico's and see if the coffee is brewing, cake and coffee were great last night, kept me awake! Beautiful evening tonight. Last night we had a wicked wind storm and we've had 2 or 3 hail storms in the past 10 days!
NIcki, I love a gentle rain, it washes everything new again and greens up the grass like no sprinkler can do.
DebC, glad you're feeling better and that you and the dog have found your way out of the corner! lol.
Puppy, I always love your gentle poems and words of love. they warm me up. Glad you are recovering from your surgery.
Jankay, funny story. Makes you remember not to judge a book by its cover!
As always when I talk to you girls my problems don't seem like much. I am feeling better towards the whole mammo thing, but I am still debating having a mastectomy for the one that's left to get rid of that recurring/constant worry! Don't know if my hubby would like that idea much though.
Goodnight all. Sleep tight.
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For all of you going to Pinkstock. Its getting closer each day. I know your all excited because I have talked to so many of you and your going to have such a wonderful time. So today I bring you a sunshine fairy. So just like a falling star, put her in your pocket and never let her go away.
Walking around the perimeter this morning. Its very quiet this morning. Peaceful as a matter of fact. The birds are singing their sweet morning songs. Crickets are still chirping, and the ground is still moist from the humidity that is in the air. The pool is open, so if your waking up from a hot flash or coming home from working a long night shift make sure to take a dip. Nothing like cooling off in natural spring water - miracles of healing.
Being in the forest and mountains is magnificent when the sun starts to rise. The rays of the sun look as though God is reaching down and hugging us all. Its been a long hard journey for many - and if your here at the Wagon Circle you have found a respite. A place of peace and harmony.
The aroma of coffee is starting to flow through the air. I suspect some of you will be waking up soon. Always nice to wake up to the smell of coffee - even if you dont drink it. Im having some ice tea that was brewed in the sun for many hours yesterday. It taste so refreshing this morning.
I found a path that was cleared, so nice walking from the circle to the lake. Listening to the sound of the water. Reminds me of times my father used to get up early and go fishing. As the sun was rising he would be sitting in his row boat. A shadow at first and then a golden crown of sunlight glowing around him. Those were nice times.
Walking on this path was pretty cool. Someone did a great job of clearing it for us. There are blackberry bushes all around us. You can smell their sweetness in the air. I picked a bucket full and for breakfast we will have Johnny Cakes with fresh blackberry syrup. Not the best thing when your dieting, but its Sunday - for some a day of rest. Time to look around and be thankful for everything we have. Thankful that we are here to appreciate this beautiful day.
I have some bacon and breakfast ham cooking. Today should be a wonderful day. A big hello to all of my friends and a warm welcome to new survivors - going through their journey and looking for a place to sit down and rest awhile.
I heard on the news that the East coast is getting a tropical storm, not a hurricane. Thank goodness for that.
Puppy: That was a beautiful post, the words had such meaning. I could tell it was from your heart which is huge - because you are always trying to give to others, despite going through such hard times recently.
Margo: Thanks for the tuck in. Why is it we always sleep better when someone tucks us in. I guess it brings back memories from when we were children and our mothers or fathers tucked us in, told a night time story, and we drifted off to sleep feeling safe. You would never know that you are wearing a wig in that picture. More important though its your glowing smile which sends out peace to the world. If Im not mistaken you have a trip coming up soon and you will be going back to Hawaii.
Lynn: Are you working two 12 hours shifts in a row? Thats gotta be hard, but Im sure glad to be able to talk to you again. Coffee is ready, made a pot extra strong for you - give you a boost during those down times at night where one could easily fall asleep - even when they are working. When I worked the night shifts a cup of coffee right about sunrise always made me feel awake and refreshed. Those storms you had sounded pretty wild. Winds with hail - always scares me. Today is supposed to be a sunny day here at my end of the circle. My flowers and tomato plants are smiling. There are many times I come here and think my world is caving in, then I read and talk to others who are going through so much. It always puts things in perspective for me. I think the fear of new cancer or reoccurance will always pray on our minds. I pray the mammogram comes back with good results and that you will have some peace in making whatever decision will be best for you.
DebC: Im hoping today is a better day for you. Still have you tucked in the middle of the circle and sending lots of love, support your way.
Good Morning Cupcake: Hoping you have a wonderful day. I can feel the music singing from your heart. Its echoing throughout the wagon circle.
Jankay: Good morning sunshine. I know your up and about already, getting ready for breakfast. If you like, later, I could push your W/C and take you for a walk around the circle. So many sisters to say hello to. Everyone is so happy to see you again.
Good Morning dearest friend. Hoping those storms only bring some natural beauty to your door step. I hear the Atlantic is gonna be beautiful today as the tropical depression will affect the flow of the water hitting the shore. Know that I think about you each day, always have and always will.
Shokk: I sure wish I could have sent some of the rain we had your way. Maybe I can do a chemosabi rain dance for ya. Waving hello and hoping all is well.
Odalys: Happy Sunday. Hoping you were able to put your feet up this week-end.
Sheri: Yes the stores have changed, everyone is getting ready to go back to school. It will just be around the corner. One of the nicest jobs is to help our children learn and grow. You are influencing our future world and wanted you to know I think your just a wonderful person.
Valerie: Hoping your overnight stay went well. I have sure missed you, what will I do when you and so many others are at Pinkstock? Im still praying for your husband. Have him tucked all comfy in the middle of the circle - may tomorrow bring him some peace of mind.
Barb: Keep enjoying your summer, it will be gone before we know it.
Bren: As I walked by your wagon, I couldnt resist. Picked a beautiful bouquet of flowers. They are sitting by the breakfast table sending much beauty and love to so many out there who are in need of our support.
SoCal: Your probably still sleeping, with the time difference it must be in the middle of the night for you. Sending a good morning hug to you and hoping to see some pictures from your walk today.
Doris: One of the hardest times in our life is watching our parents age. I know these are hard times for you with your mom in the NH. Hoping today is a good one. Know that I will be thinking of you and hope that puts a little sparkle in your step.
Pammy: Yes like a flower child, I will be walking along the shore and thinking of you today.
Blue: Im thinking of you. Hoping things arnt too bad. We always worry when you are away, knowing how tired and stiff you can get sometimes. Life is good. Soon you will be a new grandmother - cant wait to share your happiness.
Still sending prayers and healing light to Dawn, Slonedeb, and Stephanie. May the light shine brightly in your room today.
There are so many of you out there. A big hello from A to Z.
Its a beautiful Sunday morning. Im gonna put on my new shoes and go for a little walk without Mister of course. Still not steady on my feet, but the pain seems to be gone. Need to start enjoying Mother Nature again.
Nicki
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nick
u were right i have been up since 5 and playing spider solitaire. it is different than regular solitaire-tests your patience. i started back here because i missed your posts and a few others so i think i will visit both sites. i have an appointment w/another lawyer so wish me luck. bf is re overing from a brown recluse spider bite so has not been doing well. recovering now though. i hope u enjoy the following joke.
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CAKE OR BED
A HUSBAND IS AT HOME WATCHING A FOOTBALL GAME WHEN HIS WIFE INTERRUPTS,
HONEY, COULD YOU FIX THE LIGHT IN THE HALLWAY? IT'S BEEN FLICKERING FOR WEEKS NOW.
HE LOOKS AT HER AND SAYS ANGRILY, FIX THE LIGHTS NOW? DOES IT LOOK LIKE I HAVE GE WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD? I DON'T THINK SO!
FINE, THEN THE WIFE ASKS, WELL THEN, COULD YOU FIX THE FRIDGE DOOR? IT WON'T CLOSE RIGHT. TO WHICH HE REPLIED, FIX THE FRIDGE DOOR? DOES IT LOOK LIKE I HAVE WESTINGHOUSE WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD? I DON'T THINK SO!
FINE, SHE SAYS THEN YOU COULD AT LEAST FIX THE STEPS TO THE FRONT DOOR? THEY ARE ABOUT TO BREAK I'M NOT A CARPENTER, AND I DON'T WANT TO FIX THE STEPS HE SAYS, DOES IT LOOK LIKE I HAVE ACE HARDWARE WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD? I DON'T THINK SO!
SO HE SAYS, I'VE HAD ENOUGH OF YOU. I'M GOING TO THE BAR!! HE GOES TO THE BAR AND DRINKS FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS. HE STARTS TO FEEL GUILTY ABOUT HOW HE TREATED HIS WIFE, AND DECIDES TO GO HOME. AS HE WALKS INTO THE HOUSE HE NOTICES THAT THE STEPS ARE ALREADY FIXED. AS HE ENTERS THE HOUSE , HE SEES THE HALL LIGHT IS WORKING. AS HE GOES TO GET A BEER, HE NOTICES THE FRIDGE DOOR IS FIXED. HONEY, HE ASKS, HOW'D ALL THIS GET FIXED?
SHE SAID, WELL, WHEN YOU LEFT I SAT OUTSIDE AND CRIED. JUST THEN A NICE YOUNG MAN ASKED ME WHAT WAS WRONG, AND I TOLD HIM. HE OFFERED TO DO ALL THE REPAIRS, AND ALL I HAD TO DO WAS EITHER GO TO BED WITH HIM OR BAKE A CAKE. HE SAID, SO WHAT KIND OF CAKE DID YOU BAKE?
SHE REPLIED, HELLOOOOO! DO YOU SEE BETTY CROCKER WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD?
I DON'T THINK SO!
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Jankay: Hello there sweetness. It is good to hear from you. You are right, I dont post much anymore because during the week - working has limited my time. When I saw the Wagon circle was revived, I thought is would be a good place for me to stop by and send love and warmth to everyone - so many out there needing our support.
Brown Relucse spider bite? Oh those are nasty. Glad your BF is recovering. I hear it takes along time to heal.
We will put you in the middle of the circle and hope that the new lawyer is the Best! You deserve a break. Big hugs to you.
Nicki
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Didn't make myself clear.
The waiting comment was not for me it was a reply to a post I think it was Deb C waiting for bloodwork results.
I won't be waiting for any test results until october.
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Deborye: Im sure glad your not waiting for any test results. And thank you for reminding me about DebC waiting for her lab results. Glad you stopped by, cause there are alot of people here and there on bco that need as much support as we can muster up. Hope I see you in the chat.
DebC: Hope your feeling better. And hoping those results come back good.
As the day progresses - I feeling sad because the week-end is almost over. I enjoy coming here everyday to say hello, make someone smile, or give a hug. You probably wont see much of me after this post. I will be popping in - but they will be marking my spot posts. A quick hello and a quick hug.
Love and support to everyone who is going through this journey.
Nicki
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Afternoon CW's -
H H & H here in Jersey today, feels like Florida out there!
Debbie - nice to meet you, I have known most of the ladies awhile now and they are the best. Stick around and we'll have some fun.
Well Bill goes tomorrow at 9:15. He promised me he is going to tell the onc everything. I'm beginning to think his thyroid is acting up again. That could be why he is so tired. He's going to have them run a panel tomorrow . Keep your fingers crossed ladies that's all its going to be is a med's adjustment.
bbl,
Valerie
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Valerie, I sure hope Bill gets some answers. I know you need them, too.
Deborye, good to see you. I'm glad you've joined us.
Weekends do go by quickly. Actually, summer is going by too quickly! I'm teaching one of the sessions of Algebra I this year. I am really excited, I love teaching Algebra, it's what I used to teach in CA. I am also teaching a section of Spanish I. I haven't taught Spanish for awhile and am having to really brush up. Another new class is Economics. That one should be interesting. It turns out that I will have 11th graders 3 times, some 9th graders 2 times, 7th grade and 10th grade. My home room is 8th and I don't have them for any classes at all. Oh, well, it should be an interesting and challenging year. (I still teach 7th, 9th and 10th History)
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Nicki, I slept in this morning and already feel sad because the weekend is almost over. How is it that work weeks drag by so slowly but offdays and weekends fly? I always love your posts. They just make me feel good. That pool of natural spring water sounds refreshing and inviting. It is really hot here, even inside. When you were talking about seeing the sun's rays in the forest it reminded me of a trip I took to the beach when I was first diagnosed and before surgery. My friend Kathy told me that they always told their kids that those rays were God's fingers. I like the picture of him reaching down to us. When you do that rain dance for shokk, throw in a few extra steps for me. We had a good bit of rain last week, but none since. It is so dry.
Puppy thanks for the sweet poem. You are always so thoughtful. I am so glad you are beginning to feel a little bit better and are slowly recovering. I feel the same about this place as you do. I hope that we will be friends forever.
Margaret, I have also loved your avatar. You have such a lovely smile. I am sure it is that way naturally, but I think Hawaii might make me have a pretty smile!
Lynn, I am not sure if I remember speaking to you before, but thanks for the walk around last night. I know you will decide what is best for you as far as a mastectomy goes.
Deb C, I am so sorry you are having a difficult time. I so much admire your courage. Your avatar is also one I have always admired. You are a warrior my sister. A courageous warrior. We are keeping you tucked inside the center of the circle. My prayers for you will continue. We will be looking forward to hearing good test results.
Slonedeb has been having an especially hard time. Since her last round of chemo this week she is a bit jaundiced and has been experiencing a terrible amount of pain. I spoke with her today and she asked me to tell you all she loves you and will post again as soon as she can. She is another one with much courage that we need to keep in the center.
There are many here whose names I don't recognize or maybe recall (chemobrain for sure). To those of you new to the wagon circle, welcome. It is a wonderful place to be in good times or bad. We try to take care of each other here. The center of the circle is a comfortable place to rest. So hitch up your wagons!
We seem to have lost Blue! Where are you special friend? Sure could use something beautiful on the wall of my wagon. Hope all is well.
While I have been dragging my feet trying to get this written, Sheri and Valerie both have posted. It is so good to see you both. Valerie, can we trust Bill to tell all? I can remember us asking my Daddy once if he told the doctor something and he said "He's the doctor, he ought to know... I shouldn't have to tell him." Grrrrr... Hoping for a meds change sweetie.
Sheri... How in the world can you keep up with all that? And how many classes do y'all have in a day? Seems like way too many for me. Those kids sure are lucky to have you. I have noticed all the back to school ads that have been running recently. Today I saw those little erasers you can buy to put on the end of pencils for 5 cents each. It seems like we used to buy them in our school store for so much less (of course that was back when dinosaurs walked the earth as my Craig would say).
Quick hello to Deborye, Jankay, Vickie, Margaret, OD, RobinTN, SoCal Lisa (how about some more beautiful pics?), Nico, and to all I missed. As someone wise once said. for all from A to Z, I send hugs and love.
Pam
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Our BCO San Diego Lunch Bunch had a good time!!
Back row, Me, BMD, Sylvia, Shirlann, Lisa SDCA
in front Starfish Lisa and her daughter
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Lisa, what a great picture of the San Diego group. I am envious you all get to get together on a regular basis. I would love to be able to do that. If I ever take another trip to CA to visit my family, I may just barge in.
Pam, we all teach 6 out of 7 periods a day. Last year I only had to learn 2 new classes, this year 3. Our school is really growing and it's an exciting time to be a part of it.
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XOXOXOXOXO
(((Nicki))) Beautiful......................
To *ALL*
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good morning cgs time to get the coffee going and get the day started
Love jankay
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A mother asked this President... 'Why did my son have to die in Iraq ?'A mother asked this President... 'Why did my son have to die in Saudi Arabia ?'
A mother asked this President... 'Why did my son have to die in Kuwait ?'
Another mother asked this President... 'Why did my son have to die in Vietnam ?'
Another mother asked this President... 'Why did my son have to die in Korea ?'
Another mother asked this President... 'Why did my son have to die on Iwo Jima ?'
Another mother asked President... 'Why did my son have to die on a battlefield in France ?'
Yet another mother asked President... 'Why did my son have to die at Gettysburg ?'
And yet another mother asked President... 'Why did my son have to die on a frozen field near Valley Forge ?'
Then long, long ago, a mother asked...
'Heavenly Father . why did my Son have to die on a cross outside of Jerusalem ?'
The answer is always the same... 'So that others may live and dwell in peace, happiness, and freedom.'
Thh no author. I thought the magnitude and the simplicity were awesome.
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Good Morning! Hoping to bring some sunshine to your day. Its back to work for me and then off to my oncs appointment. Mondays yuck.
My time is limited, so forgive me if Im not mentioning everyone by name today. Have to go hit the shower.
Jankay - thanks for the giggle this morning. And its good to see you early in the morning again sweet sunshine sister.
Wish me luck - I think Im gonna need it today.
Nicki
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{{Nicki}} Have had you and your appt. on my mind all morning. I will be looking for some word on you when I get home this evening (or earlier if the Computer geek can get my computer going at work today). Know we love you and are behind you.
Jankay, you are once again a sunshine sister.
I just popped in at the house for some fresh cantaloupe for lunch. Would you all like to join me? The heat is so bad, a cool slice will be great, don't you think?
Hugs to all of you. Still praying for you Deb and slone deb... from Alaska to Kentucky, our prayers have you all covered. Have a great day... Pam
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Hey girls-
I had a good weekend and am getting ready for, you guessed it, chemo in a couple of hours. Chemo, just another reason not to like Mondays
Hugs
Deb C
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Deb ... will be with you today. Love ya friend.
Swamped with work today, but grateful for it. Hope everyone has a great week!
Bren
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Deb - I'm with you too!!
Bill went to the onc today. His counts are normal but they said that last time and he was in the hopsital 2 days later! They are checking his thyroid, he should know the results by Wednesday. His CAT scan is scheduled for next Monday. So it looks like we don't know much at this point, so please keep him in the circle a bit longer! Thanks gang!!
Hugs,
Valerie
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Sheri..you do just that!!
Deb..we sure will be taking all the treatment room up at oncology with
lots of sisters with you today..
Nicki are you home yet?? It is just afternoon here..I am scheduled to take
pix for our Museum;s Benefit Taste of Bonita...where all the restaurants set up
at our golf club . All the local pols show up..should be fun
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Ladies,
Thank you for the warm welcome.
Debbie♥
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Well Im home. Im scheduled for a brain scan and CXR on Wednesday. They wanted to do an MRI of the brain but I have metal in me from a broken bone. My WBC's were elevated again and we dont know why. Did the Ca15-5, CEA, and CMP.
I wasnt gonna tell my husband about the test - but I did cause he knows me too well. He is not handling this too well and just went out to buy some beer. Poor guy gets scared if I sneeze.
I feel ok - Im weepy and Im having a glass of wine to calm me down.
The onc didnt really think its anything but because of my history and failure on herceptin he wants to make sure. I know its not cancer - it just doesnt go to the brain first.DebC: This chemo seemed to come way too fast. Big hugs for you
Lisa: That benefit sounds cool. In 2 weeks my husband will be playing at a gold benefit for children with cancer. It actually sounds like it will be a fun day - all day and everyone including my DH is donating his time.
Valerie: Guess your roll has switched. You are now the caregiver, and when I saw how my husband got so scared - I just want to send you a big hug.
Pammy and Bren: A big hello I will try to catch up in the morning.
There are so many people that need to be in the middle of the circle and comforted right now. I want to add the following
I read a post today in the Reoccurance thread. It was written by Mark for his wife Stephanie who found out she had breast cancer right before she had their baby. She is young and very ill. So Mark and Stephanie Im putting you in the circle.
Madison will be having her BMB - I pretty sure tomorrow. Sending lots of love her way and getting the magic carpet to be there with her. She has been there for so many of us.
Keeping Carl (Valeries husband
Sue and Cristine from the (bitchy) thread cause they are right in the middle of their chemo and could use a good hug.
Diane and DebC who are going through some diffiuclt times with their treatment.
Gotta run
Nicki
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Nicki ... we're putting you in the middle of the Circle too. Hugs friend.
Bren
PS - Welcome Deborye .. .glad to have you!!
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Boy, the center of the circle sure is crowded. Sigh.
Valerie
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Nicki,
Yes, putting you in the center of the circle. Lots of hugs and prayers going out to you. We'll all be there with you Wednesday.
Cherryl
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Well Crap Nicki...That is not what we wanted to hear. I hate tests and waiting. Just remember that LOTS of tests come back normal. Try not to stress....Yeah, I know, but do try
Sending you hugsChemo today sucked. My counts were below the numbers where I am supposed to get chemo, but I got them to call the doc and he gave permission for me to get my chemo. I think there is something weird about almost having to beg them to poison me.....Can you tell I'm grouchy?
To get my chemo I had to agree to a neupegin (sp?) Shot tomorrow, and most likely I will also be getting a transfusion tomorrow.
Anyway, enough griping about my day...
I hope everyone else is doing well. A friend sent me this and i had to pass it on.
GIRLS IN MY CIRCLE
When I was little,I used to believe in the concept of one best friend,
and then I started to become a woman.
And then I found out that if you allow your heart to open up,
God would show you the best in many friends.
One friend is needed when you're going through things with your man.
Another friend is needed when you're going through things with your mom.
Another will sit beside you in the bleachers as you delight in your
children and their activities.
Another when you want to shop, share, heal, hurt, joke, or just be.
One friend will say, "Let's cry together,"
another, "Let's fight together,"
another, "Let's walk away together."
One friend will meet your spiritual need, another your shoe fetish,
another your love for movies, another will be with you in your season
of confusion, another will be your clarifier, another the wind beneath your wings.
But whatever their assignment in your life, on whatever the occasion,
on whatever the day, or wherever you need them to meet you with their
gym shoes on and hair pulled back, or to hold you back from making a complete fool of yourself . . .those are your best friends.
It may all be wrapped up in one woman,
but for many, it's wrapped up in several..
one from 7th grade,
one from high school,
several from the college years,
a couple from old jobs,
on some days your mother,
on others, your sisters,
and on some days, your daughters.
So whether they've been your friend for 20 minutes or 20 years,
AND ONLY IF YOU'D LIKE TO,
pass this on to the women that God has placed in your life
to make a difference.
YOU ARE THE GIRLS IN MY CIRCLE AND I LOVE YOU0 -
OH MY OH MY OH MY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Haven't been on the boards for awhile so come on tonight and what do I find???? A busy circle filled with old friends and new.
Got to tell you ladies I am in tears. I cannot express how much joy and comfort and how much I felt "at home" in the circle. How much I've missed knowing you all were there and I could find a friend when I needed one.
OK I've polished up my wagon. Slapped my lazy poneys on the rump to move it into place. Opened up the sides to air it out and fired up the cook stove. It's too late for dinner but I've put on the coffee and apple cobbler. While it bakes I'll read back to catch up. Have a bit of irish cream to sweeten the coffee too.
Pull up a log and enjoy,
Lots of hugs,
Sue
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OK DebC and Nicki in the center but instead of the campfire maybe some of those cooling mists things............(sorry DebC don't know the temp. in Alaska but it is bluming hot down in the lower states)..........Sue good to see you...............Deb great email you got from a friend............today I was reading the "rockthebald Highway to Hell" thread at work and trying to be descrete but there was no way.......I could not stop laughing............(out loud)............ok chicas............later gators...........Shokk
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