tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post3116845752337458798..comments2024-01-26T02:13:11.484-08:00Comments on MY PAPER HAVEN: Buckle your seat belts, it might be a rough landingKevin Renzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15628703691708625465noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-58137319089985735322011-02-03T21:19:29.476-08:002011-02-03T21:19:29.476-08:00Go Katie Go, we arent holding your hand in person ...Go Katie Go, we arent holding your hand in person but we are holding you up in our hearts. You'll know the right thing to do for you and you will do it. I am glad that you are sharing your experience and hopefully the people who read your blog will keep rooting for you and ....Hugs AbbyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-30874897137749058482011-02-03T18:13:48.700-08:002011-02-03T18:13:48.700-08:00Sending you tons of hugs for you Kevin and the kid...Sending you tons of hugs for you Kevin and the kiddies. Do what feels right for Katie. Use that inner voice that spoke to you when you were a new mom .... you know what you need to do for you ..... just listen... you will do what is right for you and keep up getting it out .... FIGHT GIRL FIGHT!!!!Sue Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08579058592280183126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-57810610160899064112011-02-03T16:55:49.363-08:002011-02-03T16:55:49.363-08:00Love your blog...you are such an inspiration and s...Love your blog...you are such an inspiration and so positive...This is my second battle with cancer...first being eleven years ago. Writing and card making have been my therapy during this time. I began this second battle in December 2009. I know what you mean about sometimes just having to lie around...I had my 24th chemo treatment on Monday...some nights after chemo, I am unable to even close my eyes, due to the steroids that I receive before my infusion....not complaining..good prayer and thinking time. I think of all that I want to do the next day, but have had to accept the fact that the ole body isn't always able to do what the mind wants it to. My sister suggested that I write down things that I want to do or goals for the day and draw one of the slips of paper out of the jar and do it...I think we did this alot with chores when we were kids. Don't be hard on yourself..your body will tell you when you need to rest and give your body the strength to fight this. My motto is "Fight Like a Girl"! I keep my pink gloves on and continue fighting. I know that God is in control and that He is good and is good all the time. I know that I will, as I did with my first time, come out of this a stronger person...I have learned alot and know now what the important things are in life...and I treasure my family and friends more and more each day. Hoping you have a great week.<br /><br />Hugs and prayers,<br />DebbieDebbie Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10042965500172248825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-78420554902853637102011-02-03T15:05:35.614-08:002011-02-03T15:05:35.614-08:00Hi again Katie, I think it is great that you are c...Hi again Katie, I think it is great that you are continually writing in your blog, that alone is a goal. Everyday I pop over to see how your doing and I'm praying that this day will be a good one for you. Big Hugs to you, Donna xDonnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05583657763258387270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-8511380874287009622011-02-03T13:11:50.386-08:002011-02-03T13:11:50.386-08:00Even though I saw you an hour ago, and have talked...Even though I saw you an hour ago, and have talked to you three days in a row (LOL) and I think I have already said this, but, Its ok to have up and down days, you are going to, and we, as your cheering section, are going to be at your side, holding your hand and lifting you up. You ARE a fighter, I have seen it, heard it for the last months - I love what Curt says - he has some wisdom there! <br />Ok ? Oh and as soon as your mail gets there Monday and the girls get home, I am coming over to play!!!! hahaha<br />hugs,<br />the flaker down the roadBecky Sorensennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-78064529857938492252011-02-03T12:06:14.838-08:002011-02-03T12:06:14.838-08:00Take care Katie!! So many thing I want to say to y...Take care Katie!! So many thing I want to say to you... but my english isn't that good to express my feelings (dutch girl from Belgium). But please know that you're in my thoughts!!<br /><br />BIG hug, Saskia :)Saskiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02177849910990658112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-74773375209693388642011-02-03T10:31:49.243-08:002011-02-03T10:31:49.243-08:00Hey Kiddo! It is so understandable to want to &qu...Hey Kiddo! It is so understandable to want to "lay around". Just understand the reason for it. Is it because you are truly tired, are you just feeling lazy, is it because of depression, etc. But whatever the reason, use it for something in the fight. While just laying there, try some mental imaging. I so believe in it and the brain's amazing powers that are yet understood. Sometimes when I have a headache or body ache, I will lay quietly with my eyes closed and visualize a white beam of light penetrating the area that hurts or is giving me problems. And I concentrate on that image hard for as long as I can, clearing my mind of anything but that beam of light coming through the ceiling and going right into where I hurt. It is amazing how many times it has helped, and amazing how many times I fall asleep with this image in my head and wake up to feeling better. There are a ton of people that believe in the positive affects of visualization. So if you are just going to "lay around", put that to use and visualize that beam going right into your stomach. Always keep fighting. No matter what the tool, ABF (always be fighting). Sending hugs and visions of white light! Best, CurtCurt in Indyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14060618634557711286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-40723740383305047742011-02-03T10:29:25.319-08:002011-02-03T10:29:25.319-08:00Katie,
I agree with all those who have mentioned ...Katie,<br /><br />I agree with all those who have mentioned your blog posts as goals. It's a record for you for later, when you can look back and see how far you've come. It's a way of sharing your experiences with all of us "out here" and a blessing to each of us to be able to stop and read and rethink our own areas of life we can/should be working on. I also agree with the pray about it thought. Whether you're religious or not, you can ponder/meditate on what you want for daily/weekly goals to help you at this time. It may change from day to day even. <br /><br />And I do understand, to a very small extent, your comment about having days where you "just lay". I had a lot of those after several surgeries over the years. Sometimes your mind won't shut down long enough for a decent rest, so you just lay and rest, and recoup and deal with it that way until you find you actually can sleep, or get up, or play, or whatever you can do.<br /><br />Good to read your post today!<br />- Holly in SoCalHollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03230685201636124184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-72819212183698159042011-02-03T09:35:54.875-08:002011-02-03T09:35:54.875-08:00It was only two days since you last posted but I&#...It was only two days since you last posted but I've really missed hearing from you! I'm happy you find the strength to post on your blog to keep us all in the loop with your unchosen journey. I think there is nothing wrong with "just" laying....both your body and your mind need the rest and a well deserved rest it is. Think of your goals as you lay there...when you have more strength and stamina to accomplish those goals. Take good care of yourself, Katie. Looking forward to your next post. :)jackibnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-74211194723134611462011-02-03T08:51:58.506-08:002011-02-03T08:51:58.506-08:00I love you dear friend. Thank you so much for sha...I love you dear friend. Thank you so much for sharing your "ramblings". <br /><br />Thinking again of you today.<br /><br />:-)Mrs. Nancy Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16460189282163694889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-73720156037949856782011-02-03T08:08:50.720-08:002011-02-03T08:08:50.720-08:00Hi Katie,
I am so happy to see your post!
It is...Hi Katie,<br /><br />I am so happy to see your post!<br /> <br />It is difficult when in a "waiting game" and also feeling so ill and tired to not find yourself in a sort of limbo state that becomes your normal. You are a brave young woman who is fighting the fight and you are certainly not a whimp! But your husband is right - you do need to fight with mental/physical activity also. Set an active goal for each day and if you cannot reach it that's not a big deal - just go on to the next day's goal and try again, but keep that brain/body occupied in some activity - small is good. :<)<br /><br />You and your family are in my prayers Ms. Katie. Wishing you a good day today. Stay strong.<br /><br />Hugs,<br /><br />Barbara DianeWhimceeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08199456399977714826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-31091137387421562202011-02-03T06:50:40.867-08:002011-02-03T06:50:40.867-08:00Wow, from my perspective you are amazingly positiv...Wow, from my perspective you are amazingly positive and upbeat Katie! Give yourself some credit! You and Kevin both are going to see the "bad" day rear it's ugly head, but find strength to carry on from those "good" days!! I like the goal idea but it should be a goal that you own and something that makes you feel purposeful. Hey some days my goal is just to get up on time!! I'm so humbled about life because of you and about what really matters! Thank you for that gift my friend!!Brendanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-45989977489341474662011-02-03T06:16:18.869-08:002011-02-03T06:16:18.869-08:00Ted's advice is sound. Pray about your goals,...Ted's advice is sound. Pray about your goals, and maybe have some in view for the "hard times" before they happen. When our body shuts down to heal, it's really hard to even think of anything productive! Maybe after praying and thinking about it and talking it over with Kevin, you could write a list of doable goals for "those days" that you could choose from. <br /><br />I am so proud of you, Katie! You are such an inspiration to me. I'm praying for you!!!Tricia Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03234452777402519933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-32762805344783893142011-02-03T05:22:33.074-08:002011-02-03T05:22:33.074-08:00I would have to agree with Ted up above me, there ...I would have to agree with Ted up above me, there are no coincidences, Katie. I've never been through what you are doing, but I would bet that the goal some days is just to survive it, and by that I mean staying positive. I have pity parties for myself for having a bum shoulder, and believe me I can through a fantastic pity party, haha. Do what you need to do to make each day count for you, and I will keep praying. I love ya, Katie :)Cassiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06837950182325413817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-27138847495187632292011-02-03T05:07:29.503-08:002011-02-03T05:07:29.503-08:00Keep posting Katie! It's good to get your thou...Keep posting Katie! It's good to get your thoughts and feelings out there. Plus I really enjoy hearing how you are doing! You are a SUPERSTAR!!!!<br /><br />Hugs, BarbBarbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02272634073946020674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-73678788354589211082011-02-03T05:03:42.055-08:002011-02-03T05:03:42.055-08:00Katie, being a Christian, I don't believe in c...Katie, being a Christian, I don't believe in coincidences. For example: It was no coincidence that you were given a dog that would need regular injections and therefore you and Kevin had to develop that skill. There's a purpose in everything and everything has a purpose. I truly believe that.<br /><br />As far as goals, pray on it. I'm not sure if you're Christian or not, but just pray for goals. Maybe the goal is creating sandwiches for your family one day so you all can have an (indoor) picnic. Maybe it's to make a card. Whatever it is... pray on it.<br /><br />As I continually pray for you.Tedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13425028659846526965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-78982251884580301022011-02-03T04:33:22.190-08:002011-02-03T04:33:22.190-08:00ramble away...seriously! If you ask me...blog pos...ramble away...seriously! If you ask me...blog posting is a hefty goal....kudos to you!!!~amy~https://www.blogger.com/profile/16011852987548593238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-89959401947228537512011-02-03T03:03:07.506-08:002011-02-03T03:03:07.506-08:00You ramble away all you want, I'm sure it'...You ramble away all you want, I'm sure it's good to write those thoughts down and it sure is humbling for me to read. Take Care!Marghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16169053480492490854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-31486829823874706742011-02-03T00:20:11.992-08:002011-02-03T00:20:11.992-08:00I am having a lie down on my bed now and I am not ...I am having a lie down on my bed now and I am not having chemo treatment so I think you are well entitled to let your body rest and heal. <br /><br />I agree that a blog entry is a great goal. Do you have friends helping out? Maybe a simple 'thank you' card could be an extra if you're feeling the need to be creative.Steph Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06303882014479475223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-82557270459380416112011-02-02T23:30:37.586-08:002011-02-02T23:30:37.586-08:00Wow, you have so much going on to process. We are...Wow, you have so much going on to process. We are all thinking of you, pulling for you in the short and long term. HugsJoan Bhttp://www.paperlicious.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8229148293034908096.post-69695362042490444332011-02-02T22:43:08.051-08:002011-02-02T22:43:08.051-08:00Hi Katie,
I think posting a blog entry daily is q...Hi Katie,<br /><br />I think posting a blog entry daily is quite a lofty goal, good enough for any of your days. I hope tomorrow brings lots of energy and lifted fog. Thinking of you often. JayNovice Naturalisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10219749494674733196noreply@blogger.com