You people know that I don't expect you to read EVERYTHING I write. That is why I have the nifty list on the right, which I need to organize a little in case you don't give a rats ass about my medical stuff and just want to see pics of Evalyn. Or you don't don't like really really good looking kids and just want to see what weird things are happening to my body. Sicko. So, you won't hurt my feelings, just comment sometimes so I know that you are there...sorry about that one post where I fussed at everyone. I would really like my family, hmmmmm, to comment most of all.
Today is Diane's/ Nanny's birithday. Her and her husband work for my grandparents. Evalyn can say Wayyynnneee real good. Country like. She cleans, sews, drives sometimes when my Pop will let her, goes to the t store, cooks, best eggs I know, besides yours Daniel, and sometimes I get to borrow her to do the things I can't do. I can't make up my bed like she does and she likes to get Chloe's hair up. Wayne is able to lay brick and is a good honest worker. We are lucky to have them and be able to trust them. Most of all she loves Evalyn.
Happy Birthday Diane!!!!
I missed my Nanny's birthday this week. She passed away last year. I felt bad that I didn't call my mom. I really thought that Monday was Thursday, no kidding. I really understand how older people feel when they start to get confused, it's kinda scary... so I'm going about it hippie style instead and just try to laugh at myself and be free in my crazy moments.
"For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you" Luke 6:38
Devotional: Today I read from my devotional book again and the title is "God's Economy". Funny, will all the politacal stuff going on, which I don't watch or care about very much... I know, I know. I just can't watch the news... I can do some John Stewart but that's it. I just listen to the different sides of the family and then say, " They are all crooks, and try to change the subject" I use cancer if I have too. Anyway, my small groups leader, Sean, always says that " there is no waste in God's enconomy." I'm sure that he could elaborate on that me but what I take from it is that even when we mess up God is STILL able to use the situation for overall good, besides the horrible lessons us humans may have to learn. We've all heard that giving is better than receiving, give with a joyful heart or it doesn't count, etc.
Man, have we seen people give to us over the last couple of years. People loving and taking care of Evalyn, dealing with our rules and schedules, taking care of dogs, cleaning our house, encouraging Jonathan to finish school, food, yard work, house repairs, rides to Emory, money, iturnes, visits in the hospital, hats, borrowing clothes for my fat butt and Evalyn's tummy, fundraising for Be the Match, signing up for Be the Match, random gifts and encouraging cards, but most of all prayers to our Lord on our behalf. I know all these have blessed and helped us, but I have been told that the blessings have come back to these people. My Dad always talked about this after we got into church. He followed the Lord and obeyed when it came to giving 10 percent and even more. Each time he did, it was like it would come back to them. I have watched my family go from poor... and I grew up kinds poor.... to being able to bless others even more. They have always been there in my time of need. Same for other family members that have been blessed. I believe they have been blessed finanicially because they blessed others when God told them to do so.
Even in our low middle class state, not complaining, we are ok besides this dang roof leak that haunts me, God told me that we should give some money to the lady and her family who was in the tornadoes and the she lost part of both of her legs saving her kids. I've been praying about it for a couple of days, and today's devotional confirms it.I like the quote in the devotional that says, "Your giving seems sacrificial only when viewed in the light of what other use you could have made of the money." and " Indeed you shall see in what miraculous ways I will care for your needs." Listen to the birds this morning.... they will find food, they do not have a worry. I leave you with Bob Marley.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3EOVe-8coE
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Welcome to my Blog! Yes, I have been in the fight of my life against Leukemia, insomnia, depression, side effects of medications, molting skin, pooping my pants and this list goes on.... however, I still love my life, and that's what this blog is about Real Life. I hope to meet others who trails have brought them closer to the Lord and molded them for the next step in God's will. In January 2011 , my family, physician, and Be the Match was featured on a Fox 5 news story about bone marrow donors and transplants. In March, I was interviewed on Atlanta and Company along with Be the Match. I was chosen to sing the national anthem at the Be the Match Run last year and will also be doing it this year, along with some other songs. My team, no thanks to me, raised over $4,000 and raised more than any other team! Please join my team this year or consider donating here at the Run those Stem cells out ! Team I was also chosen for a patient advocacy panel for the international council meeting at Be the Match in MN in November. How exciting!! I ended up not being able to attend due to the relapse. I had hoped I could help raise awareness about how easy it is to sign up to be a donor and how many people need your help! Please go to bethematch.org and sign up! I was able to have my bone marrow (same as stem cell) transplant at the end of March thanks to a 22 year old donor oversees that I hope to meet her one day. As I came up on my 6th month mark and continued to add more normal activities to our lives, I relapsed, meaning that the that the cancer had mutated and the leukemia came back. I spent 2 more weeks at Emory and some other nights here and there and now I'm on a drug from the FDA. I have a compassion waiver so I am able to get it. I have to take it day by day sometimes hour by hour. Time keeps moving and my little girl is growing up. I'm lucky that I'm getting to see it. I continue to praise God for his wonderful blessings he has shown us including my wonderful husband Jonathan, baby girl Evalyn Rose, supportive family and friend, great medical care, new readers, and the chance to make a big difference, even if that means being a Lab Rat.
God Bless You!
Please read, comment, enjoy, learn, grow, LOVE LIFE.
Most Recently I have started a booth at a local consignment store with handmade jewelry from friends, crafts, and my own art from recycled materials. It is called DAY by DAY. God was very clear with me starting this. Please look over to the right of blog and click on Day by Day to see some pictures. I'm just getting started but I am taking orders from people that I know. You will be able to personalize items, etc. I just haven't decided how I will be selling them via internet yet. But for now, the jewelry is at A Weekend A'fair in Athens, GA and will hopefully be at some stores downtown soon.
Friday, March 9, 2012
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I read every post Heather and I feel I know you. Please continue, it gives me realistic hope. You are a huge source of honest real life hope, strength, and are blessing uncountable souls and your daughter is adorable, I love watching your family grow from a far.
ReplyDeleteJill, you are an inspiration to me also! Thanks for everything. I do so hope that we can meet one day!
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