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One year cancer free!

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:34:36 EST

The middle of June was my last chemo treatment one year ago today. I did not find out I was in remission until December 2012, but I figure when the treatment ended, I was cancer free then but it took months of waiting for the chemo and radiation to leave my body before they could run the tests to see if it had worked.
I had Stage 3a, adenocarcinoma, lung cancer and today I am still cancer free and doing good! What a miracle and a blessing!
I found out in October 2011 that I had canc...

A prayer by Helen Steiner Rice

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:50:23 EST

Thank you, God, for the little things
that often come our way,
The things we take for granted, but
don't mention when we pray.
The unexpected courtesy,
the thoughtful, kindly deed,
A hand reached out to help us
in the time of sudden need.
-Helen Steiner Rice

Copied from the book, " Whispers of Blessing"

John 6:35

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:10:36 EST

35 Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty. 36 But as I told you, you have seen me and still you do not believe. 37 All those the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away. 38 For I have come down from heaven not to do my will but to do the will of him who sent me. 39 And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all those he has given me...

Hello SP!

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:59:07 EST

Not really a lot to say this morning. I am on my lunch break at work. I have the night shift and am trying to keep myself awake:)

Whispers of Blessing quote from the book

Sat, 11 May 2013 23:31:33 EST

It's not the things that can be bought,
That are life's richest treasures,
It's just the little gifts. from the heart,
That money cannot measure,
A cheerful smile, a friendly word,
A sympathetic nod,
All priceless little treasures,
From the storehouse of our God.
-Helen Steiner Rice

Grandmother says... Carrots, Eggs, or Coffee; "Which are you?"

Wed, 8 May 2013 19:41:05 EST

Grandmother says... Carrots, Eggs, or Coffee; "Which are you?"

A young woman went to her grandmother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved a new one arose.

Her grandmother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water. In the first, she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs and th...

Whispers of Blessing quote from the book

Wed, 8 May 2013 09:20:18 EST

God is still in control of every situation. The Universe belongs to Him, including all the people in it. At such a time as this, He may be planning something wonderful, a mere step beyond the problem we face. Just because we don't see the blessing yet doesn't mean it isn't on it's way.

Whispers of Blessing quote from the book

Thu, 2 May 2013 20:00:27 EST

Every experience God gives us, every person He puts in our lives, is the perfect preparation for the future that only He can see. -Corrie ten Boom

Copied from Crosswalk.com

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 04:46:07 EST

We are the tent. (2 Cor. 5:4)
Jesus is the light. (John 1:4)
The Holy Spirit is the oil. (Zech. 4:1-6)
Fueled by the Holy Spirit, we are called to let Jesus' light shine through us into the darkness. (Matt. 5:14-16)
Just as the Israelites moved the Tabernacle through the desert sands ...
Just as my parents pitched a tent in beach sands ...
Just as I move through this darkened world ...
God provides a Light that shines in the darkness, and He creates a tent (...

Boston Marathon Bombers caught!

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:24:40 EST

I have been watching the chase and chaos of the two Boston Marathon Bombers off and on all night and they finally have captured the second one! The first is dead. They are so young and to throw away their lives like that and ruin the lives of so many others is beyond comprehension! But I am happy to know they have been caught and can't do anymore harm to anyone!

Prayers for the Boston Marathoners!

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:24:22 EST

What a shock it was to see the bombing at the Boston Marathon! They are saying now there are 3 dead, one a n 8 year old boy, and over 120 injured. Some of them lost arms and legs!
My prayers are for all those injured and dead and for their families. I pray also, that this is the work of one deranged individual, and not a terrorist attack.
Please join me in prayer.

Hello Spark people!

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:29:23 EST

I have been terrible about my sparking lately and just wanted to say hello and let all my friends know that I am still here and thinking about all of you everyday. I have been sick for over a week and have not been exercising or eating right, or getting on the computer hardly at all. I am starting to feel better finally, but for some reason just not in the mood to sit at the computer for very long. I do log in and get my spark points and bonus, but I feel like I have been neglecting my teams ...

Luke 9

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 22:06:29 EST

23 Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. 24 For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it. 25 What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, and yet lose or forfeit their very self? 26 Whoever is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his glory and in the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.

Triumph Fitness, a great program for cancer patients: link

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 08:59:15 EST

If you would like to read my story about Triumph Fitness and possibly check out their website, here is their link. I am "Sue" standing in front of the pink balloons with the Survivor ribbon on:) I was at Triumph Fitness with "Eddie" and "Robert", their stories are there also. Here is the link:
http://triumphfound.org/triumph-fitness/
stories-of-triumph/#Eddie

Miserable 2 days!

Mon, 1 Apr 2013 23:28:29 EST

Yesterday, on Easter Sunday, I couldn't eat anything but jell, broth, and apple juice in preparation for the colonoscopy. I spent all of Sunday hungry and having to drink that nasty stuff they give you, and of course in the bathroom all day and all night.
Went I got to my appointment, which they made back in January, they said they didn't get authorization for the test and I would have to re schedule! I told them, "Are you kidding! I just spent the most miserable night of my life and hav...

Words from Jesus

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 11:40:07 EST

20 Looking at his disciples, he said:
“Blessed are you who are poor,
for yours is the kingdom of God.
21 Blessed are you who hunger now,
for you will be satisfied.
Blessed are you who weep now,
for you will laugh.
22 Blessed are you when people hate you,
when they exclude you and insult you
and reject your name as evil,
because of the Son of Man.
23 “Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, because great is your reward in heaven. For that is...

A prayer from Crosswalk.com

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 11:52:29 EST

Heavenly Father, You are faithful and awesome. Forgive me when I disobey Your requests to sacrifice my own comfort. I ask for a heart like Yours that sees beyond the surface of this life, a heart that sees the work that needs to be done from an eternal perspective. Please give me courage and boldness to become a steadfast servant, pleasing in Your sight. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

March 26th.

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:20:57 EST

I have worked 6 days in a row, and was scheduled to work this morning too, but I just couldn't do it! I am exhausted! I asked a coworker if she could work for me this morning and she said she would! Thank God! I really don't think I could do one more day in a row!
One of my other coworkers was fired last week and it has been non stop work every since. It wouldn't be so bad if it was the same schedule 7 days in a row, but it is the morning shift one day, the evening shift, the next or the...

My interview!

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:02:17 EST

I had an interview today for volunteer to hire at "Preparing People for Success". I will be starting in April and it won't interfere with my job at the Salvation Army. I will be working with women in a group setting for alcohol and drug abuse! I want to go back to school to get my license as a drug and alcohol counselor, and these hours will go towards my externship. I am so excited!

Interview Monday

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 23:32:25 EST

Monday I have an interview for an externship with a substance abuse counselor. I have my AAS degree in Human Services that I got in 2010, but haven't been able to use yet, since I had to take a year off to fight cancer and all. But I am working again at the Salvation Army Homeless Shelter, so I have 2 years experience there, then a year off, and about 3 months into my 3rd year. It is a volunteer to hire position, but that will give me more experience also. I also have some experience as a dr...

Thursday

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:41:21 EST

Yesterday, I was supposed to meet up with a spark friend and go for a walk in the park. The weather was beautiful, but I could not wake up! I have been having trouble sleeping all week and it all caught up to me yesterday. I slept off and on until six pm, then went back to sleep about nine, and went to bed at my usual time of ten thirty and slept all night! I can't believe I slept that much! I am already ready to go back to bed again!

I work all night tonight and tomorrow, and I h...

A prayer from Crosswalk.com

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:31:04 EST

Dear Lord, You are my Peace. Teach me Your ways, direct me in Your truth. Help me relax my shoulders, loosen my tense jaw, calm my hurried heart. I want to know You more and more. In Jesus' Name, Amen

day 7 last day of the challenge

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 13:49:20 EST

Well, I think I have done pretty good this challenge! I have started eating my freggies, I walked everyday but one, and I have been drinking my water. Last week, I lost a pound, and I hope to have lost another this week:)
I will find out tomorrow!
This has been a great challenge because I wasn't eating any freggies, and I committed to at least one a day, but I have been eating 3 or 4 a day. Grocery shopping really made a difference though!
I have to work today at 2 pm, and they...

day 6

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 16:28:26 EST

I didn't feel too good yesterday and did not get out and walk but I did eat my veggies and fruit, about 4 servings. I am still motivated but I am coming down with a cold or something. I only walked for 15 minutes today and that was pushing myself.
My motivation comes from SP, and wanting to be an active part of this challenge. I hated not being able to log any "air miles" yesterday, but I did blog and gave feedback to other members. these challenges really get me out of the house even if...

Day 5

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 10:39:02 EST

Oh, I did really well yesterday! I hate about 5 veggies and fruits, mostly veggies! Drank my water and went for a walk. It really helps to eat right when you have the groceries already in the house:)
The last 2 days I have weighed at 163, so that is another pound off, if it stays until Saturday's weigh in, I will be happy!

Day 4 of challenge

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 10:28:25 EST

Well, I did go to the store and got some healthy foods with fruits and veggies so I am on my way to good start. I actually had 2 veggies and a fruit yesterday! I even stayed a little under my 1200 calories! Went for a 30 minute walk with my dog, and drank my water for the day:)
I have to work this afternoon so I will eat plenty of vegetables for dinner. They always have great salad fixin's and serve 2 veggies with every meal. I try not to eat the entree because it is just too many calori...

Day 3 of daily blog challenge

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 10:30:11 EST

Yesterday I did buy some apples and oranges. Today I want to go to the store and really do some serious shopping. I think I will buy mostly frozen veggies and canned fruits so they don't go bad before I can eat them. I will try eating at least one of each a day, maybe more:)
I have been drinking my 8 glasses of water and walking for 30 minutes a day. I would like to increase my walking by at least another 10 minutes or add 10 minutes of strength training.

Daily blog challenge-day 2

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 14:45:55 EST

I just got up and it's almost noon! I had a long and horrible night. I could not sleep and kept waking up from the pain in my shoulder. I started having this pain right after chemo ended, and it's getting worse and worse. I do hope to make it to the store today to get lots of veggies and fruit so I can start my new habit. I meant to go yesterday, but never made it there:)

New habit for the Winter Challenge

Sat, 2 Mar 2013 13:16:01 EST

I really need to eat more vegetables and fruits! I will add at least one vegetable and a fruit a day, because right now, I go days without eating any! And I love veggies and fruit, so I don't know why I don't eat them more!

Well, actually, I do know why. I am afraid they will go bad before I can eat them, so I seldom buy more than what I want to eat that day, so if I don't go to the store that day, I don't eat any. I will change that this week:)

A prayer from Crosswalk.com

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 07:25:11 EST

Dear Lord, I praise You for Your faithfulness to me in every situation. I don't want to get hung up on the small things of this world. Please help me to place the wholeness of my identity in who You are and the everlasting acceptance that You provide. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Wednesday morning

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:39:47 EST

I am working all night tonight so I have a lot of time on my hands. Luckily, I can use the computer and catch up on some blogs and message boards:)
My co-worker is sitting in the chair behind me sound asleep. I wonder if she is going to sleep all night, or if she will actually check on the clients now and then. I cannot believe it!

Matthew 28

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 08:23:17 EST

18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Working again:)

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 22:51:58 EST

I just went back to week about 2 weeks ago, and I worked 37.5 hours last week. I worked 2 days, then had a day off, then 2 people called in sick. I think they were waiting for them to hire and "on-call" person so they could call in sick. haha
I haven't gotten out of bed hardly for a year, and now I am working so much I am exhausted! I think next week I will only be working 2 days though, all that were sick are back at work again.
I know when payday comes, I will be so happy I pushed...

Happy Thoughts from Whatnext on FB

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 23:49:46 EST

Another great story I couldn't resist sharing... (from FB)

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 20:14:47 EST

ouching hearts.

As she stood in front of her 5th grade class on the very first day of school, she told the children an untruth. Like most teachers, she looked at her students and said that she loved them all the same. However, that was impossible, because there in the front row, slumped in his seat, was a little boy named Teddy Stoddard.

Mrs. Thompson had watched Teddy the year before and noticed that he did not play well with the other children, that his clothes w...

A story from India

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 00:22:56 EST

There's an old story from India about a king with an advisor who has the annoying habit of responding to any event by saying, "That's good!"
The king loses his toe in a hunting accident. The advisor says, "That's good!"
So the king fires him from his job. Keeping it consistent, the advisor says, "That's good!"
A month later the king is captured by a group of villagers who plan to use him in a sacrificial ceremony. When they find his toe is gone, they declare him unclean and let...

Back to Work:)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:25:35 EST

I am finally going back to work! I start today at 2 pm, which is in 30 minutes so I gotta go:)

Pics of my little Yorkie Mix

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:45:30 EST

I don't have a name for her yet, but I think it might be "Cuddles"!
My daughter suggested the name Sophie and I think I like that much better:)

Still waiting....

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 12:21:55 EST

I took my medical clearance in to my old boss, and now he says HR will contact me next week with an appointment to come in and sign the papers so I can get back to work. It is so hard waiting, but I know it's all for a reason, I just don't know what that reason is, but I know, God knows:)
I had the consultation for the colonoscopy yesterday, and they scheduled it for April 1st. I thought it was some kind of April fools joke! Are you kidding me?! That's 3 months away! But oh well, at leas...

Copied from Encouragement for Today, Crosswalk.com

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 10:26:08 EST

Dear Lord, help me not to neglect time Your Word. Create in me a hunger to carve out time to be with You. When I meet with You, through the power of Your Holy Spirit, open the eyes of my heart to understand the wonderful treasures tucked away in Your Word. Thank You that You are waiting for me. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Job application (s)

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 20:56:03 EST

Well, I went to see my old boss and applied for my old job back but only as an "on call" personal care attendant at the Salvation Army Homeless Shelter. I would like to get part time at least, but it's all the have opening right now. I am going stir crazy and getting fatter and fatter sitting around here all day and all night.
I have been going to the "ticket to work" program which is a one stop shop for getting back in the work force, so maybe I will get a good job, hopefully as a case ...

Merry Christmas!

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 10:09:49 EST

Merry Christmas Spark People!

Ticket to Work progam

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 19:30:45 EST

I went to my appointment for the ticket to work program and seems really intensive! I really think if I do what they ask ( and I plan too) that I will be able to get a good job, maybe even a career:)
I will be going to their workshops on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesdays, for the next couple of weeks. It will be great to have something to do, and a reason to get up in the morning:)

Christmas Party

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:59:08 EST

tonight I went to the Glass Slipper's Christmas Party and it was so much fun! we had a white elephant gift exchange and my friend played the piano and sang christmas songs. It was so nice to get out of the house too!

SP not responding today

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 23:47:11 EST

I tried all day to get on SP but for some reason came up with an error until about an hour ago. Finally, I am able to get on but now it is getting so late, I will be going to bed soon:)

Uneventful day, other than I did go for my walk this morning. I have over a month consistency of at least 30 minutes a day, except for 2 days, one day only 10 minutes and the other 20 minutes. I am proud of myself! Tomorrow it is going to rain, but I don't think it will all day so I hope to get in m...

Thank you all!

Wed, 5 Dec 2012 16:04:55 EST

Thank you everyone for your comments and support! I have contacted several agencies for Social Security's "ticket to work" program. I hope to get help finding a good job, or even better a career. I had just completed my AAS degree in Human Services when I got sick, and have not been able to use it yet. I am hoping to be a case worker at the Salvation Army Homeless Shelter or other similar organization. I have worked at the S. Army for the past 2 years or so, but only as a Personal Care Attend...

I am in remission!!!

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 18:41:07 EST

I went to the doctor this morning for the results of my last test for awhile:) I am "officially in remission"!!!
I am so excited! I want to get my life back now. I want to go to work or go back to school. I don't know which, maybe both. haha
I am scared to go back to work again because I did go back to work last August and September, for only one day a week, and I got sick every week. I think I am healthy enough now though not to catch every little bug that comes along. I know I'm n...

Sunday Dec. 2nd

Sun, 2 Dec 2012 10:27:00 EST

We are having severe weather here in California! Already evacuations in Truckee and some local flooding. Where I live, I don't have to worry too much, but I do have sandbags all along my sliding glass door to the patio, and the water is almost to the sandbags, and the 3rd storm has just started!

The other day, my friends non-profit organization was broken into and vandalized. They help girls in group homes and provide prom dresses, shoes, and jewelry. The jewelry was stolen, the p...

Tuesday 11/27

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:01:43 EST

Just a short blog to write down some of my thoughts for today. I go to the doctor tomorrow and am expecting a phone call for one more test to see if I am in remission or not. I can't wait to find out:)
Just picked up my GD from school, so I will stop now and fix us something to eat:)

James 5

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 09:47:17 EST

13 Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. 16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous p...