Saturday, April 26, 2008

October 25, 2007

Maureen continues to make progress. We're hopeful that we've finally got these fluids receding. There is a lot going on right now w/ Chemo kicking in, etc. Maureen has asked that we not have any visitors for a while. Her sister Carolyn is with her and Catherine is coming later tonight. I'm sharing your good wishes from the message board and it brings a smile to her face. Keep up the good work. I'll let you know when she's able to see folks again. We're hoping to get her home tomorrow. I'll keep you posted. Mike.


Great news & thanks for the update. - Kathy Gook
Maureen & Mike
Great news about the possibility of going home tomorrow. My thoughts & prayers for a complete healing. I know you are in good hands with Dr. J,(my surgeon!) and please know we are all thinking of you here and sending lots of good thoughts!
Kathy ***


Hug and comfort from Auntie Kathy - Kathy Miller
Dearie, I love you so! I am praying for you today this prayer:
"PEACE...Look not forward to what might happen tomorrow. The same everlasting Father, who cares for you today, will take care of you tomorrow, and everyday. Either He will shield you from suffering, or He will give you the unfailing strength to bear it. Be at PEACE, then, and put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations." St. Francis de Sales.
You are always on my mind, all of you. Love, Auntie Kathy


Love from Minnesota - Terrie Jorgensen
Maureen & Mike - It was great to get your update!
Maureen - What a battle you are fighting, but it sounds like you are holding your own. I'm glad the chemo wasn't too rough on you. The prayers are continuing from MN. I've looped in the Allens, Andersons and Sandagers and they've got their respective prayer groups also praying for you. I'm in awe of your strength and so proud of your fight.
Mike - If I were there, I would certainly be helping with the "home chores". I will be sending some cookies - that's not much, but maybe it will satisfy a craving.
We love you - hang in there!
Terrie, Dick & Jenny


Maureen, i know you believe in the adage, "one day at a time" and so do i -Patti Herf
Mike thank you so much for these updates as truly you and Maureen are never far from our thoughts.. yes, we will be waiting to hear your progress , Maureen, one day at a time...happy to run errands, greet repairmen, pick up prescriptions once you are home...drive you to appts., whatever... know that you are still in everyone's prayer intentions, hugs to you both, patti


Maureen's smile - Pat Anderson
There has always been something special about your smile Maureen, and by reading these posts and even an update, it's obvious that it's not only me who's noticed it. Maybe there's a hint of mischief behind it, or maybe a laugh just about to emerge. No matter what it is, it has always had an affect on me. I'd like to share two of them with you, the first and last time that I saw this beautiful smile.
The first was in early 1976 when you were but one of six or seven faces plastered to the window in the library at the Greenhouse when I was about an hour late picking up Carolyn for our first date. I can remember walking into the library, with so many sisters gathered around and wondering what I was getting myself into. Little did I know. The last was in June on the weekend of Joe & Katie's wedding. It was a smile filled with happiness, joy, and most of all pride, and it's never been more beautiful.
All I can do at this point is hope and pray that with your strong , competetive spirit, and God's will, your beautiful smile will soon be gracing all of us that have mentioned it and are anxious to see it again soon.
I love you Mau,
Pat


WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Jeanne Hassel
Wo Love You Maureen... That Chemo is so tough... hard for everyone to go through... Maureen you are such an amazing person... stay strong and know that we are praying for you... I had such a tough time sleeping last night... each time I would wake thinking of you... was Wednesday night hard on you???? I have to believe it was God waking me with thoughts of you and reminding me to PRAY for you.... I did... I cried a little and prayed a lot for you! We are so proud of you for your strength fighting this fight!
My prayers are also for you Mike, Connor and JP... this is not easy to handle as a loved one watching. Keep the Faith! Cry! Get mad! PRAY! Fr. Vogel told me that when we pray it should be just like you are talking with your very best friend... Share your thoughts, fears, anger... he is wanting to hear all of those things... he wants to help carry some of those burdens... tell him and let him hold you up. We all send our love and prayers!


Happy Thursday Maureen - Joan Lentner
The updates are great. I am encouraged each and everytime that I read one and you are doing better, because that means you are getting close to going home and the prayers are working. Yes, all of the prayers that are being said are being answered in some very special way...just for you Maureen. Even though it is great to have that personal attention at the hospital, it is even better to be in your own home. Home seems to have a very healing effect. As you journey today, know and believe that God is giving you whatever you need to make it through "just today". Blessings from Minneapolis to you in AZ. My prayers continue.
Joan (Lowry Hill)


Sending love & prayers - Lisa Lavely
Hi Maureen! I was going to call for a visit today, but I see from Mike's update that you need a little rest. Take all the time you need - you are number one, so take good care of yourself! It is so comforting to know that you have so many wonderful family members and friends with you and sending love from all over. You are so blessed and we are so blessed to have you in our lives!
Cat and Johnny O. want to come visit when you are ready also - they send their thoughts and prayers as well!
See you soon! Lisa


Thinking of you and your family - Steve Bachman
Maureen,
You and your family are in our prayers. Keep on singing!
God Bless and Peace!
The Bachman Family


REST! REST! REST! - Juli Green
Just wanted you to know that I have been thinking of you and praying for you! Conserve your energy, and rest. I think that might be alittle tough for you because you are always on the go!! But I know you can do it! REST and HEAL! Love you, Juli


Hello again we think of you each day, our prayers are with you. - Marsha Oakes
We've been checking on your progression. We ask GOD to make your recovery speedy and successful. Love Marsha and Steve Oakes.


keep getting better - Mary jo Christensen
David and I just want you to know how much we are pulling for you. Your are in our prayers. We need to go to a suns game, so get well! Our best to you both Dave and Mary Jo Christensen


Thinking of you - Mary Permoda
Hi Mike,
I have always seen Maureen as a strong woman and not only in faith...I continue to pray for her courage and strength.....and yours. May God the drs/nurses/chemo etc work together to heal Marueen with the least amount of side effects - Hear our prayer Lord...
blessings,
Mary Permoda

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