Felt like sharing tonight

by dianegeisel on July 22, 2008

I know many of you in the eSMArts team are unaware of this….as I am still quite new to the team… but I have to share some awesome news with all of you. Let’s back up a smidge….my Mom and Dad live next door to me and we are very close. I’ve included a picture of the yard and view we share. We are very blessed, and give thanks for those blessings regularly. My dad got word last October that he was a victim of cancer. The outlook at that time was not very optimistic nor was it pessimistic…it was 50 /50. He proceeded to endure what seems like endless bouts of chemo and radiation…surgery…more chemo. He really was not the same man at Christmas time last year. Although he is young…only 65 and just ready to retire to his life long dream of fishing and relaxation, he was looking much, much older. After the surgery, the Doctor announced that the tumor was contained and removed, but he did not like the looks of a few “other areas”. He did not expand on that, just ordered more chemo and testing and monitoring of his patient. It was at this time the Dr. suggested a new trial chemo drug be introduced in the war against this cancer. After much careful deliberation, it was decided that was what my dad wanted. We supported him whole heartedly. I would be quite remiss if I did not give a BIG, BIG thanks to my sister, Lisa, who was my dads tether through thick and thin. She did a great job with keeping him on schedule with Dr. visits and a whole host of things.
On July 11th we received word from his team of Doctors….4 total, that he is “CANCER FREE” Fred, Rich and I were on our way up to the Saco river in Maine. I can not explain to you the emotion…. I could not talk to anyone, I couldn’t speak (there are a few of you family members I’m sure that will read that one and laugh)….I was just so thankful that is going to be well again. It’s taken me a few weeks to adjust and be able to express all of this….and I though I would share it with all of you…my friends! NEVER underestimate the power of prayer and filling your life with positive thoughts and positive people.

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ChezChani July 23, 2008 at 3:23 pm

That is just wonderful news, thanks for sharing. And what a view!

Inspired Designs by Teresa July 22, 2008 at 10:32 pm

Diane, I am so happy for you and your family, and glad that you could share your news with your new esmarts ‘family’.Teresa M.http://www.InspiredDesign.etsy.comhttp://www.InspiredDesignsbyTeresa.blogspot.com

Anna Lee July 22, 2008 at 10:29 pm

Oh Diane, what a joy to hear your blessed news! Thank you for sharing. Continued health and happiness to all of you..hugs,-AnnaLeehttp://amytheairedale.blogspot.com

Jewelry Elegance by jill July 22, 2008 at 9:57 pm

Thank you for sharing! I also know exactly how you feel, I have been through the same experience with my husband. He is now cancer free for the first time in over 4 years. We received good news again yesterday, four months cancer free. I totally understand the power of prayer, my husband only had a 28% chance of living 5 years. The power of prayer has gotten us through all of this.

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