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Betty,
Thanks for lighting the candle and lifting us up in prayer...
Just so you all know...if you have any other petitions to add for to the list mmm5 has or want to PM me with anymore to add for my sister's trip to Fatima, make sure to get them to me by this Saturday. I will be compiling them all together and sending them to her on Sunday.
Apparently, there is something that they where they burn the petitions and something else where they are laid as an offering...she will be doing both of them for us....
peace and prayers,
Tori
DE COLORES!
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Theresa,
Do you want some of my Kangaroo? My little girl and you probably have similar allegies...Seriously though, have you considered a gluten free diet (I did read that they did not test you for food allergies, did they explain why they didn't?) Amy's has a lot of gluten free meals that are very tasty. I hope that the shots will eventually help you to feel better. We did them with my kiddo too, but lost our momentum. That makes sense to stop, and migraines are terrible. I used to work in a Neurology office and we would try and treat migraines with IV ergotamine meds )DHE.) I have had a handful in my life, and I would much rather have intestinal issues than that.
I am so glad about your sister's MRI. Thank God!
It is an effort to find Peace at work, as there are so many layers and people pulling pulling all the time. I talked to my boss for awhile about it today. Two "teams" on Monday afternoon, except me...I get both. I get to try and coral the chaos that is created, and it just needs to stop. It will, when one person moves on, and I have dealt with this for about two full years. I cannot wait to re-structure, and I don't like my health being put at risk. So the boundaries are being set firmly, and even moving up one floor and shuffling everyone around will be a blessing. May the days of BYOM end soon!!!! (Bring Your Own Mop.) Now, we just have to get your situation sorted out! Maybe even feeling better will help you, I can't imagine working through a migraine.
I'm going to noodle on ways we can touch base with God, while in the fray...
and Janet, you said a few things that really got me thinking. I'm going to yodel back.
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Good Morning Sweet Ladies,
Paula, will it be ten after today?
Janet,
What resonated most with me was your comment about listening. It occurred to me that I need to make sure I am listening, beyond the talking. I shut down as the stress builds, and I'm sure I become unreachable. I am going to try and find a way for me to regularly touch base. I don't wear a watch anymore, but I will find one that I can set every two hours, so when I hear it, I check in with my spirit, take some deep breaths and sit in the stillness and listen. I need to touch base at night too...beyond the tired's. I also need to get my music therapy going again, as it touches my soul. Thanks for reminding me about the two way street.
I wish you ease in making your Onc choice. I found a new understanding of my Onc yesterday, and honestly feel that he is vigilant without creating worry. May you find your answers and have Peace with your decision.
Tori,
Please thank you Sister for me. This is very special, and so nice to know we are being prayed for in so many ways (Betty.)
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Traci, If you are looking for a good musical group I like Casting Crowns they are like rock Christian music. I have two of their CDs and I love them. Just a suggestion. You can find the on lyrics.com to see if you like them.
Betty
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Good afternoon all,
Traci ~ I have 10 rad to go including today
I am also writing to let you all know on Aspasia's status. I am writing with tears welling up
I spoke with a nurse last week called Deb, apparently Deb told Aspasia that I called and asked her if it would be ok to ask about her condition. Aspasia said "Yes". Then I called again last night, spoke with another nurse, she was apprehensive in talking with me and I didn't know that my name was inputted into her chart until just now. This morning, I got a hold of the Social Worker and told her about Aspasia and how concerned I was and she and Deb had alrady talked. She this lady, Anna is aware of me. She promised to give Aspasia a personal visit and I've brought up "last rites". Right now, Aspasia has no legal guardian but my call triggered Anna to find out if there will be an automatic guardian assigned to Aspasia.
I just want to say that I feel the favors that I prayed for is answered today. It's another affirmation that we must pray and pray sincerely. It took about a week and a half, and some worries, but they are answered. Now I will continue to pray that Aspasia gets relieved from pain. At least I know that she knows that someone do care about her across the miles.
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Paula,
Excellent work on behalf of Aspasia. This is what I call "walking the walk," to never forget those who need our advocacy, those who have slipped between the cracks, those who need us to be their voices. thank you so much Paula, as each time I hear about these selfless acts, I am able to balance out the uglies of the world with the generosity of "strangers." (I use strangers only to acknowledge that you were not family, but she is in fact our Sister.)
I need a prayer, and this is for my Boss and our work. Our mission is constantly threatened by non medical "administrators," jealousy, bullying and harassment. This may sound incredulous, but sadly it is not. My boss is a Catholic Nun who has health issues, and she constantly has to fight to protect our mission, and we fall under grant funding, yet there are many in the establishment who seek to destroy, and there are ugly power struggles in the background. My heart is heavy, and the stress grows greater everyday. I am the least affected, thank God. I am lucky, and even though I have written about my personal stressors before, they are NOTHING compared to what my colleagues are going through. We need help, as our work is not understood or appreciated. I have been in many roles in my life, as has my boss. This is akin to having a security officer perform surgery. They have no idea what they are doing, yet because they carry mace, they think they rule all.
Can I ask for Warring Angels to protect her and our team? What can I do to help protect us and our patients?
I apologize about so much work talk, I am trying so hard to re-integrate, and it gets harder and harder to witness and experience such things. Unfortunately, my tolerance is lower, not higher after cancer. I react more strongly to injustice!0 -
Betty,
I have a bunch of Gosple CD's that are awesome. I have not heard of this group, as I have been off the radio for years. I am going to pull out my Native American flute music, Celtic music and instrumental Spiritual music to quiet the "noise" in my head.
And, I believe it is time for some Christmas Music! Does anyone else play X Mas music, classics or Windom Hill (spelling?) Here is a side effect of the chemo that I am still struggling with...loud noises such as traffic, sirens etc...hurt my ears terribly. I can't listen to anything too loud or with electric anything. My brain feels like a raw nerve at times, so I am going to go a more sedate route. Maybe when this gets better, I will be able to listen to more rock music. But you go for it (I get a smile at thinking of you rockin it out...) I tried to listen to a Christian Rock band the other night (it was on a music video channel,) and they were playing a spiritual X Mas tune, long hair, guitars and all. But my ears were still too sensitive. am I the only one that has this side effect?
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Traci ~ I'm sorry to hear what you and your boss are going through
Prayer:
For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow amoung nations and peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
For the Holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love and be found without fault at the day of your coming, let us pray to the Lord.
For those in position of upper management and public trust, (especially ______), that they may serve justice and promote peace and sound judgement. Lord, we ask you to intervene and stop the harassment of the workers by upper management and protect the department by allowing the grants to be approved. Let us pray to the Lord. Amen!
Traci, please check your PM
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Paula,
Thank you and God Bless you, your prayer is perfect. I will absolutely be deep in prayer, not only for us, but for our patients and our mission. I trust completely in my boss to represent not only her charges here on earth, but Jesus' mission and God's love. She was the first person that responded to my phone call when I was diagnosed, and that's pretty priceless. I want her health to be protected, as I am fiercely protective of her. I don't know, it's particularly blasphemous to me to see people go after a Nun, I cannot stomach it. And they have. She is strong in her faith, and has taught me a lot, just by being in her presence. So I will pray for her too, fervently.
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Paula... AWESOME....... true testimony!
Squidward...... prayer from me are coming.
Betty.. I LOVE CASTING CROWNS! Not Catholic............ but another Christian sect... and they sing great and have great words!
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Judy had her mastectomy today, with TE put in. Her dh said she is doing well. I pray this is true. I woke up today, thinking about her.... then cried for her.
To loose our breasts is mortifying.
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Dear God, we ask you to watch over Judy, so her recovery will be smooth and swift. God, help her in her adjustment, and encourage her to share her feelings with her family and Sisters, especially Laura. I ask for Archangel Raphael to tend to her healing, and to also heal her spirit. We know that there will be grief, but may it not be overwhelming. We know that she will be made whole again, and Laura will be her guide and give her hope. Please take care of Laura as she cares for her friend, and give them both a sign of your love and plan for their lives. I pray for Judy to have Peace in the knowledge that she has faced this with courage and conviction.
May we ALL be stronger because of our cancer, not in spite of it, as we have always been greater than our misguided cells. Let this bring us closer to you in all ways, and allow us to see the beauty in all of your work. Please watch over us, and guide us on our journeys.
In your name.
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Just stopping by to ask for a prayer - my mammo (I'm a uni) was ok. THey always are. I still have dense breasts after 2 years of tamox! My onc wanted an ultrasound because she could feel a lump. I thought it was scar tissue, but the US & radiologist saw something other than the scar tissue. Waiting to hear when the MRI is scheduled.....
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Hood,
Oh, bless your heart. Absolutely you have our heartfelt prayers and concern. Please let us know when your MRI is scheduled, and do you want to add your request to the Catholic Intentions thread?
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Good morning sisters,
How is everyone doing? There has been much fewer posts here, I am concerned about everybody's health. I know how busy this time of year can be, but a little shout out would be nice, so that we know you are just busy and not feeling depressed because of the winter weather
For those of us who's fighting the wrongdoers :
Do not fret because of the wicked; do not be envious of wrongdoers, for they will soon fade like the grass, and wither like the green herb.
Trust in the Lord, and do good; so you will live in the land, and enjoy security. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.
He will make your vindication shine like the light, and the justice of your cause like the noonday.
Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for him; do not fret over those who prosper in their way, over those who carry out evil devices.
Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath.
Do not fret - it leads only to evil.
For the wicked shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.
Yet a little while, and the wicked will be no more;though you look diligently for their place, they will not be there.
But the meek shall inherit the land, and delight in abundant prosperity.
The wicked plot against the righteous, and gnash their teeth at them; but the Lord laughs at the wicked, for he sees that their day is coming.
Psaml 37 vs.1-13
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Hello sisters,
I got an email reply from the social worker in Canada re: Aspasia (see below)
"Hi Paula,
The unit has had the Palliative team come and see Aspasia and have increased the medication to give more comfort. I have also asked the Chaplain to see her as you requested.
Before Apasia's POA died he made the necessary funeral arrangements, so all is in place when the time is right.
Thank you for taking the time and interest in Aspasia , it is comforting to know there are caring people like yourself out there!
Regards
Annella"I had just replied Annella and pushed further regarding the Government assigned guardian since her POA died. I don't think that someone like Aspasia should be without "any" guardianship with her state of health right now.
Please continue to pray for Aspasia. Thank you!
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Excellent Psalm Paula.
I am home today, having put myself over the edge yesterday. I was walking home last night, with a big old headache, reviewing the day's stresses, and thought, hum, I am not reacting well to my environment...it's getting to me. I am allowing it in. I called my office mate, who had a much calmer demeanor than I yesterday...and apologized for my shortness. She is "detoxifying" which I initially poo poo'ed, which she didn't need. So we had a nice chat, and she was very supportive of my need to rest today. I have to remember, I too can help anxiety to flourish. She said she is feeling better with her diet changes, so that's great. Now I gotta work on me.
again, coming back to the truth that we can only change ourselves, but where to draw the line when there is opposition, and a client needs our help.
Which is no different than Paula, you persisting in your efforts to help your friend Aspasia. at the end of the day, I don't think any one of us here would quit, until we did the right thing.
I pray for all of us to be protected in our journeys to maintain our health, while championing the causes of others, and seeing the needs of others in this world. Please give us the energy to continue our individual missions.
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Oh Paula,
I am so glad you shared your wonderful work for Aspasia. You are her Angel here on earth, and I feel relief knowing her pain will be better controlled. I am so proud of you, and yes, I am tearing up again. I am so happy so happy. Bless you.
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Traci ~ believe me, I was crying after I hung up the phone with Annella yesterday morning. I couldn't believe that I got thru (and I had to call several times not wanting to leave a phone message again).
The fact that last week Aspasia was able to convey back to Deb (RN) that I'm ok to ask about her is very satisfying. At least, I know that she knows I called, that she is "in someone's mind" and was though about.
I'm also very very happy that she's getting sufficient pain care. I remembered my f-i-l in recovery post quad by-pass 2 years ago. He said that he was in so much pain and yet nobody, not even the nurses or doctors knew and he couldn't speak because there were tubes in his mouth. I was not there when he had his surgery, so it was his account of what happened. So much pain to endure and no one knew.
I feel great about the outcome, but I must thank Sheila for giving me so much information and both of you to encourage me to keep advocating for Aspasia. I applaud both of you
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speaking of Sheila,
I am a bit worried, and I am not alone. I wanted to make sure you are alright, as we know your son has moved out and this is quite a change. Unless you took over his room and set up a dance studio by day, and club at night, and that's why we have not heard from you
Give us a yodel when you can, K?
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Sheila ~ please give us a shout out. I have been thinking of you
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Paula - I think all the threads have been sort of quiet lately - guess you're right because the holiday rush seems to have begun. I'm glad there is more attention on Aspasia at the nursing home. There is no group so vulnerable as the elderly. Bless her heart.
Traci - sorry such troubles at work. With the economy the way it is, I can imagine how much more scarce funding is for programs. I pray that God protects the most needy in these times.
Laura - is Judy your sibling? I must have missed something somewhere. I'm praying she has a smooth recovery.
Theresa - I have bad allergies too and despite allergy meds I end up with sinus infections 2-3 times -- and that's not good going on antibiotics so much. This has been on my 'to do' list - to see an allergist. I'll PM you.
Hood - praying this turns out to be nothing of concern!
I was at a store the other day & had a particularly helpful sales person. At the end, I asked his name - he said it was "Gabriel"
Off to my book club tonight. Are we going to try chat room Fri night?0 -
I am looking forward to Friday night prayers! I stayed home today from work in a kind of funk, but just took the dog for a walk and promise myself I will eat better and get back to exercising. The Lord has given me my life and I have to thank him by taking care of it. xo
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Good evening sisters,
I wonder if many of us, since we're journeying closer to the Lord, are being attacked by Satan to see if we can fall off the wagon, so to speak. I too have had a very stressful week and today was a doozy at work. I feel like I'm coming to pieces at the seems and I really have to go off and have some quiet time. I'm going to keep on God's path and ask the angels for help against the wickedness and snares of the devil, and in Jesus' name, Satan leave us all.
Paula - you're doing good works and will be blessed abundantly!
Traci - I've always had sensitive hearing, sensitive to light and smells. I think chemo has made it worse, especially when I'm stressed. It's like my whole body become electrified and I want to escape. Sometimes we need to take a mental health day when things at work wind us up, otherwise we just get sick.
Hood - prayers for you! My sister had a scare too with her mammo and they did an MRI and it turned out to be a cyst. I hope it's the same for you.
Ellie - Me too! I'm looking forward to Friday night prayers already!! We are flying to Seattle on Saturday and coming home next Friday, so I won't miss any of it! I think we're bringing my netbook, so we can check email and such, but, I for one, will chill out and have fun. Skip's Mom is 85 and so excited to see her first born! ;-) She just babies both of us when we come out. Moms are wonderful. So Ellie, I'll promise with you to eat better and exercise more. I don't like what tamoxifen is doing to my weight and have to fight it all the time. And take your vitamins!!
Janet - yes, PM me if you want. I had my allergy shots again tonight, since I'll be away next week. I told the nurse that on Monday my shots really hurt for hours after receiving them and I got a headache. So she said to tell the nurses that I need my shots in the back of my arm. So far, my arm is itchy but no pain and no headache.
Sheila - where are you? I posted all the love story stuff for you! :-) She's in FL? I bet she's surfing. :-)
DD is pestering me to come see how she arranged the rec room, so I better get.
Peace to all and fall to sleep under God's wings.
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Sheila is in Florida? Did I miss something? Oh, and Janet (I know you are at book club now,) did I throw you off when I referred to Laura's friend in the same sentence as family and Sisters? I just meant BC sisters..I read's like they are sister sisters (as opposed to Sisters...)
Yes, prayers tomorrow, YEAY!!! LMFSM, I'm sorry you are in a funk, we all have been morphing in and out of that state of mind lately. Let us come together in prayer, and can we all share a prayer that reflects a part of our heart, to be said by us all tomorrow night? This will be a BYOP (Bring Your Own Prayer,) and I would like this to be in addition to our "regular prayers..."
and I have a question...(Theresa, don't act like you can't hear me in your DD's re-arranged Rec room...) Did you post how to pray with the Rosary in the Catholic Intentions thread? I am going to go peek, but someone got her Rosary today from Dear Paula!!! (Paula, how can I thank you, they are beautiful!!!) so I may need a little handholding at first on the proper way to pray.
The family I am spending Thanksgiving dinner with are devout Catholics, so I thought I might join my friends mom in the Rosary after dinner. ( I may have to give her an aspirin beforehand, so her surprise is not too stressful on her heart.) I also need to know the full meaning of making the Cross on your body, and what you say while doing it. I do understand the meaning of the Cross, but am curious what is said while making it, and is it top-down-right-left, or top-down-left-right?
I believe there is still some question about where to meet tomorrow night, and I know Paula did hear from BCO, so I thought if you could share Paula, then we could all weigh in?
Regardless of angering Satan as we come closer to the Lord, remember, we are strength in numbers, and we will not waiver, we will not crack. I don't think any of the regulars have voiced this, but it merit's saying again. Cancer does not come as a punishment for sinning, and to believe that would surely take you away from God's love. I have seen that too much, or leaving God because someone believed that God saved one and let another go, so therefore there is no loving God. Not True, and this feeds right into the hand of evil, despair, fear and isolation. So ask for protection, and know we will not let each other falter. Keep the faith, and stay in the light.
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So many nice posts tonight but I have to eat dinner now. Will be back later.
Traci, check your PM again.
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Thank you for that prayer for Judy Squid... TY!
Judy is not my sister... but a close client of my hair salon. She is coming home tomorrow from her mastectomy. Thank you all for praying for her.
JOYCE..... I am going to STORM heaven for you. I can only imagine your fear. CALL ME ANYTIME if you want to talk. If I do not answer, just leave me a message that you called and I WILL CALL back as soon as I can. You are gonna be ok... you are! Praying.... until I hear that your MRI came back clear. Love you!
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So many good things happening here. I have been saying away for awhile. One of my seious smoking times was / is coming here so I may lay low awhile because I start aromasin tomorrow. I need to give it a chance. It's a domono effect. So, please keep me in you prayers. Love and Hugs Sheila
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SHEILA............... YOU HAVE MY PRAYERS!
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