Day 16
Hello everyone....I'm sure you were wondering if I was OK. The truth is that it felt like my first diagnoses, I had not entertained the thought of another round of chemo. So, I needed some time to focus on what I have to. All bets are off, the boxing gloves are on, and round 2 has begun. I have to be mean and that isn't easy for me, but I have to show those sick cells that I mean business. The waves of nausea come and go and all I keep thinking is, I can do whatever it takes to get rid of you pesky cells. I have too many things left to do, too many people to love, too many grandbabies to watch grow up, too many babies to care for at TTH and Firelands, too many friends to see, tooo many places to visit. Thanks to EVERYONE!
posted by Cindy Lou @ 3:42 PM
19 Comments:
At 4:22 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi cindy,
We just hope you dont feel real bad this round.Keep those boxing gloves on.Because we got ours on too, for you..I hope to see you soon..We love you..Craig and Cindi and Amber
At 4:37 PM,
Anonymous said…
Wow Abby I'm lovin your attitude. BE Mean, this is your life and your fight and those nasty cells are gonna get wiped out! We gotta stay focused and not dwell on this Chemo do over. Here's a thought, I was lookin at some dresses at GW today (in case you want me to find you one for June 13th.) Just let me know. OK I'm just kidding Abb. Hope yer puttin Kyle to work doin back rubs and foot massages. But he'll probably make you return the favors when you get home. Oh that's right yer Abby, you won't mind HAHA. Stay Strong and don't worry I'm not comin to visit. I don't want to give you any of my germs (in case I have some). Continue being a fighter. Your family & Friends got you covered in Prayers. You are both so Loved. Val
At 5:47 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Cindy,
First of all I have to say how beautiful your Mother's Day blog entry was. You are incredible, girl.
Like Jan, I too knew last night that the news was not what you had hoped for but could not even type any words that made sense. But I will make an attempt. I don't think you have any idea how your illness has affected everyone you know. It has shown us what real courage is. It has taught us to be thankfulful for our own health (even though it may not be perfect.) It has taught us to love those close to us even more deeply and not take that love for granted. It has made us realize how important friends and family are. And perhaps the most important thing, it has brought us even closer to God through all the prayers we are sending up for you. I am only sorry that the lessons learned have come at such a price to you. There is no doubt you will be victorious. It's just going to take a little longer. The prayers will not cease until every cancer cell is gone and your health is restored. We love you and are so proud of the way you are fighting.
Daleen
At 6:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Cindy, I will be there to visit soon, couldn't come tonight got a safty meeting at berardies....you keep fighting, i bet its realy hard to have to endure chemo again, but you can do it, love ya and i'll see you soon.......Bryan K.
At 6:40 PM,
Anonymous said…
HI ABBEY,
I WASN'T ABLE TO GET YOUR BLOG LAST NIGHT, OUR INTERNET WAS DOWN. BUT I WAS PRAYING AND THINKNG OF YOU. SO WHEN I GOT UP THIS MORNING I WAS STUNNED TO FIND THE NEWS.I COULD'T GET MYSELF TO WRITE BECAUSE I WANTED TO SAY THE RIGHT WORDS. WELL I STILL DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT WORDS , BUT I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT WE ARE NOT DONE FIGHTING WITH YOU.WE WILL CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.GOD HAS A PLAN FOR YOU ,AND THROUGH YOU HE IS WORKING IN ALL OF US. WE ALL HAVE TO TRUST IN HIM.I TALKED TO KYLE THIS MORNING .I TOLD HIM HOW PROUD I AM OF BOTH OF YOU.YOU ARE TRULY AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US.WE WILL CONTINUE THE PRAYERS
.WE LOVE YOU, JULIE &ED
At 9:05 PM,
erika said…
That is the perfect attitude to have. Sometimes in life, nice just doesn't cut it-and this is one of those times. Just remember that we are all in your corner, and we want you around for a VERY long time. This little girl has a hell of a lot to learn from you and I am looking forward to the day you hold her in your arms. Keep fighting and take it one day at a time, because with every day that passes another victory is won. I love you and I am so proud of you and grateful to call you Mom.
Love, Erika
At 10:01 PM,
Anonymous said…
Cindy,
Just think in less than one month we will be sitting on a white sandy beach with the sun shining down on us, a pina colada in hand, and a cute Dominican cabana boy faning us. When you have a bad day just remember this.
It wont be long and this will seem like a bad dream. Everyday is one day closer.
We love you so much, and cant wait until June 11th.
Lauren
At 10:16 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Cindy,
Today is a day to celebrate.You will win this battle and take charge of your life again.I'm picturing a beautiful colorful display of fireworks with all the Love and Prayers mixed in.It really is awesome.It's okay to rest some now because when you come back home you have a lot of living to do.
Thinking of you daily
Linda P.
At 10:33 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey Cindy
That MEAN ATTITUDE may be the answer so give it all you got. If you have to fight DIRTY---go for it if that's what it takes. Tell those DARN DIRTY CELLS that you mean business this time. So give them a few SUCKER PUNCHES if needed. Don't be shy this time around.
MOM AND RALPH
At 10:43 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi mom,
Stay strong and keep on fighting. Whenever I need some motivation I listen to a speech given by Jim Valvano(ask dad he will know who he is).In his speech Jimmy V says:
"How do you go from where you are to where you wanna be? And I think you have to have an enthusiasm for life. You have to have a dream, a goal. And you have to be willing to work for it."
You are working very hard to be were you want to be. Keep on fighting and you will be rewarded.
If you would like to hear the rest of the speach here is the link.
http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/jimvalvanoespyaward.htm
We will be up on Thursday evening. We miss you!
Love,
Zac
At 12:23 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Cindy,
I'm so sorry to hear the results, but I know you have it in you to do this! I feel how obviously so many other people do, you are an amazing woman! You keep your chin up. Hey that Dominican cabana boy don't sound half bad!heehee..Take care Tracy
At 6:41 AM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Cindy,
Four more to go------------>! I read Daleen's post and she said all that I, too, have been feeling because of you. You are an inspiration for all of us. You are quite a woman! I am so happy to know how determined and mad you are and that's the attitude you going to need these next few days. The kids went to a BB camp years ago called YES, I CAN. So, everyday, until this round is finished, and you don't think you can make one more trip to the bathroom, you say to yourself, or shout it out loud YES, I CAN!!!!!! Yes, you can, Cindy, and YES, you WILL.
G&J
At 7:28 AM,
Anonymous said…
Good Morning Cindy, It was great to see you last night you look great and it feels so good to be there with family. You never stop amazing me with your strength. Once again you are proving to be the glue that keeps our family together and thru you it makes us strong. Tough days ahead but we're all here to give you strength, support and love. You keep fighting and we'll all be here for you. Love you alot.
Doug
At 10:42 AM,
Anonymous said…
Cindy,
I hope you are feeling good today, Keep your chin up, get mean(although I can't picture you mean) and beat those stupid cells!! I miss you and will see ya soon. Your strength and determination is what will get you through this.
Love ya,
Rebekah Grefe
At 11:51 AM,
Kate said…
Go Cindy...kick some leukemia butt!!!!
I love you and wish you well. God will get this disease out of you because there is so many more things in your life that you have to do.
Miss you and love you. Many prayers your way.
Love,
Kate
At 11:57 AM,
Anonymous said…
hi cindy, we have never met, I actually work with your sister Libby, she sent me your blog site, and I've been reading it daily, and praying for you. From all the comments i've read you are loved my many, this will give you the strength you need to overcome this, just truly believe that you can. Thinking of you, Mariola.
At 1:25 PM,
Jessie said…
Hi mom! I just thought that I would say hi! I tried calling a little bit ago and you must have been resting it went to voicemail. I was having memories of my childhood today. Remember how upset that I use to get when you were mad at me. I would always leave a note by your bed at night because I hated going to sleep thinking you were mad at me. I wish my girls were upset if I was mad at them. I think they like it when I am mad at them. I remember from an early age that I thought the world of you and as I got older it just became a stronger bond. I love you mom and I will give you my strength to beat this BEAST and with everyone elses strength here you are going to be victorious. We love you mom!
Jess
At 2:08 PM,
Anonymous said…
Aunt Cindy
Keep up the great spirit...Stay strong...good days will be here before you know it
Jared O
At 2:33 PM,
Anonymous said…
We love you Cindy! Keep on fighting and we will keep you in our prayers! You are amazing! Renee
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