Fresno Friends

Our old friends from Fresno came to visit.
Lori Jo--kids look cute. Are they on a sugar high??
Our prayers are with Rod during and after his surgery. I hope he gets more post op information than he did with pre op.
Today was a lazy day. I think I napped a little. Tonight might be a little rough.I don't have anything planned for tomorrow so I guess it will be ok. I hope you and Rod have a good day tomorrow.

Robin and Kris working in the yard

Isn't it great to have kids that come to your rescue when you need them? Robin and Kris shopped, cooked dinner and worked in the yard today. I almost felt guilty for not being able to do anything but so blessed to have such a giving family to step up and take over.Today was a good day. Not much sleep last night, maybe tonight!
We also had a short visit from friends from Fresno. It has been a busy day and it is getting late, I will try for sleep again.

Sat. Morning Oct 29, 2011

I always seem to be in the Race! But I do enjoy the Run!

First let me say, Mary Ann Your email sounded GREAT! I am so glad you got some relief from your Arm going down....You said you were in the bathroom most of the night ...maybe getting rid of the fluid helped with the Arm!!! Now if you could just learn to sleep on the potty!

I will call you today or you can call me....I am hoping for a day mostly at home working on getting my house clean and working on my things for the Avon Christmas party for next Saturday!

Yesterday was busy and last night was our Wards Halloween Party...Rod was a Pirate and he had a table that made spiders with Tootsie roll pops...Lorie Jo thanks for coming and bringing the kids they looked adorable and Thank you for you help in helping all the little kids make their Spiders! You just jumped in and helped! Yesterday morning Terry came over and got out the ladder and fixed some loose shingles on the house that Rod was going to try and do today before his surgery next week.....I am here to say.......THANKS to the Buck Family who is always doing service , not because they are asked BUT because they see it needs to be done and they are just right there to help! I've seen Braden and Alyssa do the same thing! We love your family!!!

Last night after the party (Ended at 8:00) Rod went to Gabe's and joined Gabe and Terry for the rest of the BYU game (BYU lost) and then the rest of the World Series (Cardinals won) and then watched a movie... My husband did not get home until after 1:00 pm. (The guys were shooting for a night away and fishing today) that did not happen so they settled for games, and movie at Gabe's and then sleeping in their own homes! (Rod ended up having to work today! )

I was up till 1:00 also, I took advantage of that time and cleaned my Bathroom, and Bedroom and put my flannel sheets on the bed, etc... I even put up my new Shower curtain that has messages on it with my Believe Towel (Picture above!) .So now while Rod is recovering He will have a clean Bedroom to do in! Sometimes I sure wish I had not inherited so many of Grandma Gibbs genes...I am the worst one at my house at not putting things away and bringing to much stuff in the house. However let it be set...I loved Grandma Gibbs and completely understand her....It was not because she was lazy, just scattered and found to many fun things to do besides cleaning the house!

Here it is almost 8:00 am and I just got up (I got up at 4:30...but after sending a few e-mails I knew I had better get my body back to bed for a little more sleep! ) So now I need to get started on my day!!! Talk to you later! I Believe in Living Life and and in finding Blessings!

happy witch

This witch had a had a happy day. I felt good today and had a good day. if I could only get back to sleep. i think I might have gotten 1 hour already and it is only 10:30. I thought this might help me sleep if I get up and play on the computer. Kris and Kindra went shopping and fixed dinner and cleaned up. Kris went out and got a few little Weight Watcher cook books and we picked out some healthy meals. Robin is staying the night tonight again. Kris will be over in the morning again and will leave on Sunday. Kindra may be back on Tuesday, not sure yet if she will be going back to Alturis after Big Sur.
I can't believe it is almost Halloween and daylight saving times to end. I am not a huge fan of halloween and I love daylight savings time. We never get kids for Halloween. Too short of a street and too long a driveway and no kids on our court. But happy Halloween to all of you!

water Lilies

Lori Jo
With God all things are possible. I have to remember that! That bag was really cute and a good rememberance. Yes, we can do hard things but not by ourselves.
Joyce, I am so glad to hear your results from your cancer doctor. Tomorrow is my big day! One more day closer to the end of the treatments! Shopping at Costco almost did me in. Trying to put everything in the freezer was the worst! Both Kindra and I had things to go in the freezer. I haven't shopped in a long time and I knew this was going to be my last day with a little energy for awhile.Kindra cooked dinner and cleaned the kitchen up then we watched a movie. Now it is bed time for me.

Banff, Canada

One of my school trips. Now I have to travel through my pictures. I did enjoy that trip. It was a week long trip and beautiful country.
I agree with Joyce about framing Braden's note.
Today was a good day. The person who drew my blood didn't have any problems. The white cell and red cell count was high enough. Kindra cut some more of my hair off. I got to wear my new cap that my friend made for me. ALSO my one fast food addiction that occurs once every few years. The MAC RIB is back for a short time. By having it at noon today, I didn't think it would bother me for chemo on thursday. So far, so good! Tonight is The Biggest Loser. Robin usually comes over for that. Kindra has class on Tuesday night.
Have a good night,

Tuesday Morning Oct, 25, 2011

Wow, yesterday was a full day from Early to late and My Avon Business is exploding and I am loving it! They seem to be coming out of the wood work...so I thought my little Help wanted sign worked for today!

First.....Just wanted to say how much I loved Lorie Jo's Blog and Braden's little note...I think it should be matted and framed and hung on a wall...that is a masterpiece!

Mary Ann the Believe sign is still in my house (In my Avon Room) and may other Believe signs have found their way into my home also! Thanks for re posting that picture!!! I am reminded of the little girl on Miracle on 34th street christmas movie that stands by the fire place ad says over and over again...I believe, I believe, I believe!

I am so glad your goodie Box came from your two favorite (And only) Sisters yesterday....we were hoping it would get there before Chemo Day! (Aren't you so glad you were not an only child?) I am thankful your Chemo day is almost here...let the Battle continue! The soon you have your treatments the sooner the healing can begin!

So thankful you have Kindra there to help! I am growing to love her more and more each day for the great way she takes care of her Grandmother!

My day was packed yesterday as you know, but it was packed with all good things! First with exercise, then Avon, Then ended it with a Board meeting with Just for Kids of Utah County! I am thankful to be a part of this wonderful Group and many great things are happening for Our Hive Group because of the dreams and progress that is being made for a brighter future for Diani and her Special friends!!! We even have some land donated for us to build a building for them to hold their many activities at.... A place to call their own! We have hopes and plans to make this happen over the next 2-3 years and Lehi City is doing a lot to help this Dream come true!

Why did I dread moving to Utah from my comfortable NJ home? Sometimes I am just so sure I know whats best in my life and sometimes I am soooo wrong! If I get out of the Lord's way...He has such great plans for myself and my family! I LOVE living in Utah!

Today Looks a little calmer than yesterday and hopefully I will get to watch the Biggest Loser tonight! I do have a sign up this afternoon and my first Conference call from 11-12 from NYC with Avon management for EUL/ SEUL's only today!!!! Never been invited to one of those before ...so all the big guys will be on this call talking about upcoming things in Avon!!!

My manager was one that Avon Kept...so now I am hoping for my NJ manager to be staying as well!

For now I have to run and eat my Greek yogurt and Banana and soy nuts and get to curves early (Diani's Visiting Teacher is coming at 9:00 so I need to be back home before then! )

Today will be filled with Blessings and Believing All good things will come into my life and the lives of my loved ones! AND I shall be most Thankful for my Life!

Believe

I sent this before but with all of your new purchases,I wondered where the old believe went.
Today was ok. I had Kindra cut my hair close to my head I will only be losing 1/2 my hair in my hands. 2 people came over from tennis. A lady from bridge sent over a cap that she had knited. I like it and it is so timely with losing my hair and the weather turning cooler. She turned 87 today. She said she would make me more if I wanted. I think I will take her up on it. Then I got this box of goodies from my 2 favorite sisters. I must be blessed!
Kindra made muffins out of spice cake mix and a can of pumpkin. Yummy good! Another friend made us some homemade chicken noodle soup for dinner. What a difference in homemade and canned. I am going to take my pills now. I haven't taken any today.

orchids from Kelli

Robin's friend sent me these orchids. They last a long time without much work and they are pretty. 2nd time through this blog. It will be shorter this time. I'm not going to lose it again and have to start over.Lori Jo, I like your neighbor's yard and also the picture of the girl. You must be in the work mode now. It has been a few weeks.
Joyce, have fun with your garage sale items. I am going back to finis my bills and thank you notes.

China town in Portland Oregon

We went to Portland a few years back. I loved it there. I don't like that much rain though.
i really liked the picture of Allysa sleeping. When I went to bed, I thought I wish I could sleep contently like that. Last night, I had my best night of sleep in a few weeks.Far from 8 hours but it was good and I was rested. I've always heard "Sleep like a baby" Allysa is a picture of it.
Time has really been going fast. I could hardly wait until Chemo 2 and now it is almost here. Scary! Does Rod have his date for surgery yet? Time is probablly dragging for him.I am glad he got to go to Branson.
My new bedtime is here, at least get ready for it.Have a good night!

Robin, Manuel and me

Today has been ok. My friend came over earlier and Kindra is here now.We are going to watch a movie tonight. I may fall asleep.
Today has been a nothing day so nothing to write about. Joyce, Dioni, I am glad you got your mammogram. October i a good month to help you remember when it is due since it is Breast Cancer month.
Lori Jo, I love the mountains in the fall also. Hard to believe that I was camping in the mountains this time last year. One day at a time and enjoy all of them!

hospital bed

I got some sleep last night in my new hospital bed
I still have to play with it to get controls and pillows right. They didn't bring it until last night.
Robin comes over to watch the biggest loser. She helped me with the bed also. Today is house cleaners (thanks to Kris)
I am glad Rod is getting set up for surgery. Pain is not a good way to live if there is an alternative.My arm still bothers me. My friend is going to give me another massage today. Every bit helps even tho it is fairly short lived.
Good luck on more recruits!
The dark room quote made me think.Did you know that with all the negatives in the dark room, you stay in that room and turn most of them into positives! Those are the ones that you put out into the world!
Lori Jo, I loved the pictures of your family. What a beautiful setting! I think that is where Joyce took Norma and me. Utah is a beautiful state.
Have a wonderful day! I had a very good day yesterday. Nice weather, my friend walked and sat with me in the yard. I was tired but felt good all in one.

2 of joyce

The night was not as good but better than others. I did get some sleep. I thought about you at 4:00 this morning. I knew you were alredy up with a big morning. I liked your Dioni write up You are closer to that book! I am putting this picture in again. Aunt Velma always knew what she was doing. I wish I could to talk to her and smokey again even though they were so different. I did get yo visit with them more often since Phoenix was closer to me than all of other relatives, plus the photography. It is good that you are continuing with Harry. I didn't see much of him.About the PICTURE, there are 2 views of you in one place. THAT MUST BE HOW YOU GET SO MUCH DONE! THERE ARE 2 OF YOU.
Bud just fixed my breakfast. I am eating and enjoying it more.Still losing weight. i remember how good Willa Dean looked when she had cancer and had lost all that weight
Lori Jo, Enjoy your days off~! Your job sounds good.Money is great but enjoyment is better! i think of you and your family often.

Miracle day2

Another picture from the church miracle Day Manul's behimd me. He pushed me in the wheel chair ro see everything.So lucky to have such a great son-in-law!! The whole family has been great.I had a great night today is good, God stayed with me through all my grumbling. Even though new things have been added, it won't be more than I can handle!
Loei Jo, your work place sounds like a good enviroment. The kid will adjust quickly and learn a lot about taking care of themselves Terry can help a lot in making things go smoother. I am amazed that Bud is doing much more than he has ever done in the last 50 years.
JoyceTell Rod,Ithink he should have his surgery while he is young. He still has insurence. Who knows what he may get later??This when you make more at Avon sales! Remember THE
SECRET!
More to write but my arm is giving out.

Got some sleeep last night! Yeah! Still feel crummy!Hate to sound so negative my armstill bothers me so issss hard to type. yhis pictureisout at our church yesterday,note my new chariot!
Lori Jo , loved your pictures andblogs i wish i could type back a message.i am thinking of you. Thinking that we are climbing differnt mountains but same elevation i am still having trouble withbPATIENCE and BELIEF. GOD help me!
Thinking of you and Joyce both Can't type anymore

I czn't get into my photoshop to send my birthday pictures in honor of Gabe's birthday.Hope he had a good one. Bud turned my computer off for me a few times and I can't find a few things. My arm doesn'y feel like using it on the keyboard. I felt really good this morning but i think I overdid. Maybe tomoerrow?

barbecue

Iwas sure that Ihad sent this before but couldn't find it in the last few. I liked the colors, which brings me to photography. Lori Jo, blog me some of your pictures. That would really cheer me up! If you want to write something, that would be good. I know it,is easier for me to do my pictures than to put my feelings down They have been rather negative lately. Joyce has been a big help with her encourgement. Also family and friends here with all their help and prayers. So I am reaching out to you for your beauy in your pictures and life. JOYCE, your blogs encorage me every day. Keep them coming, even tho, I am way behind. I thin of you often You are like the glue of the family.
Bud made me oatmeal for breakfast. I need to eat that before lunch time.
MY NEW NORMAL IS STARTING ON THE UPWARD SWING!!!