Well here's a photo like I promised, but it doesn't come along with good news, unfortunately. I don't know how many of you get my email updates, so thought it might be a good idea to post a copy of the email here as well.My cancer's back. I had been feeling a bit puny so went to get the cancer test and sure enough, it was elevated. I had a CT scan Wednesday and it shows it starting in there again.
So what does this mean? Mostly that I'll be doing the chemo thing again and keeping fingers crossed for a few more good years. But... we're all living for a lot bigger goal than just a good long life here, so it's very good for perspective.
Please don't worry about me - we're strong, Andy and I (as you can see in this photo Tiff took tonight) - and happy and prayerful. Also, I'm feeling really good - have plenty of energy, so I've been working in the yard and gardening and horseback riding and helping to transplant lots of those plants from Tiff's greenhouse.
Feel free to comment here, or you can email instead, but either way I'd love to hear from all of you. Fellowship, friendship and support are wonderful and amazingly heart-warming, so all of you who are usually lurkers, make the break, take a few seconds and talk to me! =)
I'll write more as I know more. Thanks a million for all your thoughts our way, and again, please don't worry!!!
13 comments:
Michelle,
We are sure thinking of you two right now! We are hoping to maybe see you at Chug?!? I have enjoyed reading all of your posts...this is my first time visiting, but it will not be my LAST! :) I am going to add you to my contacts just as soon as I can. PS I love the picture of you and Andy together!!!
Lovely picture! It's great!! :o)
I once read somewhere just HOW MUCH positive thinking can help (and maybe change!) situations. You certainly have a lot! :) So that's your new mission: Keep it up.
Keep strong. Keep positive. Keep FIGHTING!
Mo and I were just talking about how discouraged we were to hear this news but that because YOU are so positive, WE will be positive (and strong!), too!
Call anytime if you need to. Really. I am here for you!!
Oh, and I think that you should go to the local kinkos with a picture that is very special and encouraging to you and you should blow it up to a big size. Then you should hang it where you will see it often. You need to choose a picture that will put a smile on your face and keep you FIGHTING and will encourage you to battle with gusto. Why? Because you'll see what you're continuing to fight for. :) It sounds cheesy, but maybe it will help a bit. Especially on the mornings where you may not have the energy to get up early and enjoy the peace/beauty of God's creation.
We're definitely not done yet, are we, Shelley? :o) Love ya.
Michelle,
Hello from a 'lurker.' I think often of our phone calls and all the encouragement that you have given me, and I'm thankful to know that those aren't just things you're saying, but your attitude! You have been a wonderful support, so if I can be of any help, let me know!
Emily
I love the picture...I even love your hair! :) We are thankful to have today... I'm thinking of you! Make the most of every experience...there are often so many opportunities intertwined in them all!
Love, LW
Greetings from a friend in CA who happened across your blog yesterday & wants to wish you well & let you know you're being remembered even though we've never met (yet). Your upbeat & positive attitude shows so clearly through the words & pictures you posted, and it looks like you have a good man by your side to help you through the low spots. Keep encouraged!
We'll be thinking about you...SO sorry to hear your news. I appriceate your wonderful spirit through this whole experience.
I must say that you are truly an inspiration in keeping things in perspective and maintaining a true spirit of willingness. I will be thinking of you and hoping for the best!
Michelle,
I am sure thinking of you, and appriciating your wonderful outlook. It is wonderful to have a Comforter that helps us through each step of our journey.
I wonder if you mind my passing your blog on to someone that has just been professing for a short time and found out her cancer is back too?
I have also been a lurker, but want you to know how much I have enjoyed your blogs.
Mo's Aunt Vicki
Michelle,
Okay, I guess I am a lurker, too! I happen to run across your blog and check in once in a while. Not knowing you well, but I always remember the smile you have. I am thinking of you daily, and remember the smiling girl from Laramie! Believe it or not, you are a great example and strength to all of us. Keep it up, we know you can! Love, Beth Ross
Thanks so much for writing - I love it and appreciate it so much! It really is so awesome to read and re-read these posts, to know there are folks out there who are thinking of you. Thank you.
To Mo's Aunt Vik - of course you may send my blog to someone! I'd love it if I could be an encouragement.
Maybe we'll see some of you this weekend as we might make the weekend of Chug depending on weather, haying and my treatments. We're hoping - and desperately praying - for all of Cody.
Thanks so much for the ok to share your blog site.
Hope to see you at Chug.
Hey Michelle,
Getting a letter off to you has proven unsuccessful so far but I did want you to know I have been thinking of you. I won't forget those years when I was a much younger kid- while you were going to college in Laramie :). Take Care and keep in encouraged, the best is yet ahead.
-Kyle-
Hi,
We have never met. I just happened across your blog today and just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
LIFE - Live It For Eternity!
Lorollee
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