A message from Mom! :) 5/ 30/10

I haven't written for some time and wanted to touch base with you all,and let you know how things are going for Warren and I.

On April 27, we got another good report from the Dr's. in Seattle.Everyday is a celebration now!

Warren is working, and glad to have a job, when there are so many out of work.He drives a very long distance to and from work, so he has long days.
I am so enjoying being able to do the things that I couldn't do last year at this time. Today, the weather was so nice, we planted some flowers and did some weeding. It felt good to be out pulling weeds again. I never enjoyed it so much before!
I am volunteering at the Gospel Lighthouse Mission on Mondays. We serve Coffee and rolls to people in the morning, and a light lunch at noon and throughout the day. They always have soup and hot dogs unless the volunteers make something and bring in. There are people living on the street or in cars. I have met women from battered women shelters, some from the drug rehab, and people just out of work having trouble making it. They offer clothing, shoes, coats etc. and they also give bags of food to families who are in need.We want to share God's love not just in words, but also in personal care. It is something I have thought about doing for sometime and I am glad for the opportunity.
Tuesdays, I have been going to a ladies Bible study with a friend in Onalaska.I have met 8 new friends, and have really enjoyed learning more. Afterwards, I go to see Warren's mom, Evelyn and spend several hours with her.I have looked forward to spending more time with her.
Wednesdays are my day to get caught up with housework, washing, errands or whatever.
Thursdays are really fun. Two of my friends come to our house and we attempt to learn more about painting. We are all artist wannabees, but we have so much fun painting, visiting, and laughing.
Fridays are not planned so I can get extra things done, or just have time for unexpected blessings. Last Friday, my sister, Eddie came and spent the day with me.When I was sick, she came and stayed with me,now I can make her lunch when she comes to visit.
Weekends come and go quickly. We want to visit Evelyn, spend time with our children and grandchildren as often as we can,and go to Church.Our weekends fly by, and it feels like the months are also short.
I never appreciated life to it's fullest until now.I am thankful for everyday that God gives me, and I want to show Him that I appreciate it by loving every blessing that He gives me.
I go back to Seattle in July for my 3 month check up. I'm looking forward to more good news. I still know that you all have had a part in my healing by praying for me. Thank you with all my heart, for hanging in there with me. I have been so blessed!

Love and happiness for a wonderful summer. Ladeva

An update on Mom

God is good.

As the 27th approached I have to admit I was feeling a bit of dread.
Mom's 3 month scan was clean last year. Her 6 month scan yielded another scary and painful chapter for her.

This year her 3 month was clear. Would her 6 month hold the promise of another chapter of treatment?

No, it did not. It held joy, relief, thankfulness, and praise to the one who loves her even more than we can fathom.

Thank you for your prayers.
Thank you for remembering to pray for her as this day approached.
Thank you for checking her progress through this blog.

Mom will return to Seattle Cancer Care in another 3 months for another day of testing and scans. Thank you in advance for keeping Mom and Dad on your heart.

With love,
Kimberly and family

April 27 is just around the corner

Well, April 27th is the day Mom and Dad go back to Seattle for Mom's next round of scans.

I would like to ask you to please pray for her. It is a stressful time as it approaches and I know the anxiety is a little high for Mom as well.

Please remember her in your prayers as it approaches.

Thank you,
Kimberly

Beautiful lady

We thought you may like to see an updated picture of our beautiful Mother.
This is a picture Carson (Carmen's son)took of Mom at Christmas.

She is doing better with each week that goes by.
She is back in her painting class and watching some grandbabies here and there.

Feel free to drop her a note via email. They have a new email address, so make sure you have it before you send it.

Kimberly

"Superwoman!"

Tuesday January 26, 2010

Today Mom and Dad went to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance for Mom's 3 month scan.
They did not find any cancer in her legs or her lungs!!!!!!!!

Her lung is healing well and she will go back in 3 months for her next scan.

They did find in the scan that she still has some residual staph infection in the leg which has been on and off since the original surgery.They put her back on antibiotics and Dr. Conrad called Mom "Superwoman"

(Took the boy long enough to figure out what we have known all along!)

Thank you everyone for praying for Mom as she has been waiting for this day and trusting the Lord for a good report.

We love you all for your support and prayers.

Kimberly and family

PS
Mom has a new computer and new email address. I don't want to post it here, so write, call or contact someone in the family for her new email address if you don't already have it.

Blessings,
Kimberly