tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post7018924435099546520..comments2023-10-30T03:02:05.550-07:00Comments on dontwasteyourcancer: late thursday nightlibbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13276192531203696999noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-24709998263331635242010-08-21T17:34:36.311-07:002010-08-21T17:34:36.311-07:00Just got home from Saranac where we were so excell...Just got home from Saranac where we were so excellently served by Cliff & Mezz. They shared your news at our last leaders meeting and we prayed... Will continue praying for you and Justin!!Marcushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12709472500887694553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-29477393508119436822010-08-21T13:53:05.703-07:002010-08-21T13:53:05.703-07:00Dear Libby,
I try to read your blog and respond f...Dear Libby,<br /><br />I try to read your blog and respond first honestly from my heart about what I read. The comment about "Sonic happy hour" kills me - there really is joy in Sonic happy hour! I read what other people write later.<br /><br />If you don't mind, I'll correct your statement that "everyone feels helpless". On the contrary, you've helped me so much. I feel helped - not helpless. You brought me back to where I knew I could seek The Lord for help - not just doctors with meds. <br /><br />You'll never know or understand my full story - but I've "lost" my family twice. I live in Washington state, and K lives in VA - now NC. You've not lost that. Your family is right there for you and they don't leave. They won't leave. You couldn't make them leave if you wanted to do so. <br /><br />Your daughter is so beautiful - it makes me miss my Jessie so much. <br /><br />I actually live in chronic pain. I don't talk about it much and I try to pretend it's not there. Sometimes I can't sleep because of it so I just pray. Maybe someone can fix it - I don't know or have any idea. It does drag me down like so many other things in my life. <br /><br />I have a lot of scars - both physical and inside. I think of them as a badge of honor. A way that I survived not because of myself but because He wanted me to survive. A beautiful person is never defined by there scars, but rather their actions. I'm not beautiful at all but I'm trying to get there.<br /><br />I'd been in NY for two weeks and was at the airport going home on Thursday of last week very late. There was a fantastic young African American boy - probably 4 years old - with his mother and it was clear that she had some real problems. Anyone there would know that she was a major drug addict. She talked on her phone the whole time and the boy in his dirty shirt just roamed around. I spoke to him and showed him how to flip a coin - how to guess heads or tails. He was exactly like me - he guessed wrong every time. So I told him, "that's why I count on God. If this was up to me I'd lose every time". I gave him some money in a little box and for that moment he was really happy - as was I. <br /><br />I wouldn't have done it without you. I don't feel helpless any more and I'll pray for you every day. I wish I could do more for you but now it's up to Him. You've helped me so much to be a better person, and a better person with God in my life.<br /><br />BradAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-69823095082193661662010-08-21T05:28:57.378-07:002010-08-21T05:28:57.378-07:00Don't spend your movie time on sad movies. Hum...Don't spend your movie time on sad movies. Humor is good for healing. It has even been researched and documented. Consider a good night with a funny movie therapy.Miss Karennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-31184100620454139302010-08-20T17:55:44.287-07:002010-08-20T17:55:44.287-07:00Sounds like we need a night of Checkers fries and ...Sounds like we need a night of Checkers fries and Brown Sugar. Still praying for you friend. Love you.Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07553304699196121442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-53361939770669222052010-08-20T17:46:46.467-07:002010-08-20T17:46:46.467-07:00lib-since we're being authentic...you're r...lib-since we're being authentic...you're right your scars aren't fun...i don't like to see them on you...but everyone is right...your radiance both outside & inside is so captivating that your scars are only an after thought...i admire that you don't complain...like at all...pretty inspiring for me, because i do, complain i mean...funny how im the sister that gets paid to help people, but yet being here with you the last week plus...you've been doing all the helping...thanks for reminding me-that the small things matter (like being nice-like really nice to the teller at walmart), that being present in each moment is what matters-all the worries and stuff that doesn't count-needs to be done away with, & that Jesus' love is what counts. As i sang "Jesus loves me" to the babes 2nite i realized what those words really mean-for the first time i think...you belong to him, mind, body, & soul!!<br /><br />also for those of you who haven't had the great honor of knowing ava in person, let me tell you-she has blue eyes that are like 5 different kinds of blue-they shine-really shine...she has a giggle that just makes me smile, not just on my face, but the kind all the way to your belly smile...she gets this full body dance thing happening when she sees herself in the mirror or when you go to get her from her crib...you feel blessed to be in her presence...lib & just-she's an angel, sent to you to love & care for, and to bring laughter and joy everyday...thanks for allowing me to be present with you on this journey and for blessing me with the moments i get to make with my niece...i treasure them...aunt beckyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-91788947582514629382010-08-20T15:27:55.405-07:002010-08-20T15:27:55.405-07:00Libby,
I so look forward to reading each post beca...Libby,<br />I so look forward to reading each post because I continue to be inspired by you daily.You are such a beautiful woman inside and out. Be proud of your scars.They are who you are.I do agree with Ted... Edit you movie list.(I hope those weren't any that I sent.)Love you guys so much!<br />Aunt MarloMarlenenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-50311828701546192752010-08-20T12:27:02.926-07:002010-08-20T12:27:02.926-07:00Libby,
I read your blog every time you write. I l...Libby, <br />I read your blog every time you write. I lie in bed at night thinking about what you are going through (don't worry i do my best sleeping in the morning anyway!). We know Justin through the kessicks and met him last summer at Champion. Anyway, I am just one of hundreds praying for you and thinking of you and continually inspired by your eloquent story. I hope I can be as strong as you someday, but selfishly don't want want to go through what it takes to get there! I H.A.T.E. empty platitudes so I'll refrain from cheesy cliche's. I know you now and I love you! - KristyUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09871365705405982459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-24125257342074971122010-08-20T10:55:50.272-07:002010-08-20T10:55:50.272-07:00now i know how my poor tommy feels...i left a comm...now i know how my poor tommy feels...i left a comment this morning and the great internet swallowed it whole...and now someone already said what i said....a scar means i survived! and you will. something tells me your smile will always draw people's eyes to your face, not your neck.<br />love you.sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02793981392410015804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-49218575260166255032010-08-20T09:27:04.821-07:002010-08-20T09:27:04.821-07:00I found your blog from a friends blog that had a l...I found your blog from a friends blog that had a link to yours and I just want you to know what an inspiration you are to myself and others. Thanks so much for sharing your journey with others. Prayers going up to you and your family!Summer Geenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-56072506105267927022010-08-20T09:16:06.303-07:002010-08-20T09:16:06.303-07:00Dearest Libby, please know we love you & are p...Dearest Libby, please know we love you & are praying/thinking for/of you constantly. Your faith & trust in the Lord is a testimony to all of us--His grace is sufficient to sustain us, no matter where life takes us...He is here. Love & hugs to you from Lee & Betty :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06868793782989157959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-30025347862289897372010-08-20T08:41:44.705-07:002010-08-20T08:41:44.705-07:00I agree about having caring nurses and doctors. It...I agree about having caring nurses and doctors. It's very obvious who does and who doesn't. Totally changess the whole entire visit and your mood depending on who you get. Glad you have a great nurse and doctor taking care of you.Mistyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16282865207017945370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-26084291367199190582010-08-20T07:44:32.387-07:002010-08-20T07:44:32.387-07:00I'm glad you have found a team of good doctors...I'm glad you have found a team of good doctors and nurses! Hope you got some well deserved rest last night!Megan Garrisonhttp://www.megangarrison.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-1898613483903094042010-08-20T06:46:58.920-07:002010-08-20T06:46:58.920-07:00Love love love you Libby! God has blessed you with...Love love love you Libby! God has blessed you with such an infectious smile, faith and spirit of grace. And only knowing you for one summer, you are one of the sweetest women I know - a woman and mom that I look up to & admire so much!! Every time I read a post from you or Justin, I feel closer to God and want to know Jesus more. THANK YOU for being so real. I praise God for you and thank him for using you to touch SO MANY! Covering you, Justin & Ava in prayers. Love you sweet Libby!!the morgan famhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07657379334480126950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-2636520005421276192010-08-20T06:03:01.997-07:002010-08-20T06:03:01.997-07:00For me, the last two sentences show how much you a...For me, the last two sentences show how much you are truly growing from this....and i don't even know you. Your perspective on life is so beautiful and amazing by His grace.I really enjoy reading your posts. I'm praying for you. <br />ericaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-18128386941081898492010-08-20T06:01:57.938-07:002010-08-20T06:01:57.938-07:00I think I should review your movie list...what abo...I think I should review your movie list...what about some of those goofy, funny movies that Justin loves? A few years from now your scars will be you reminder of a battle well fought and won... as well as a reminder of how many loved you through the process.Ted and Shirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04685495781642500015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-48759991437360155052010-08-20T06:01:12.322-07:002010-08-20T06:01:12.322-07:00Libby and Justin - we are praying in Pennsylvania....Libby and Justin - we are praying in Pennsylvania. God is already doing amazing things through you!<br />SDG! Doug & JoleeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-70750145561717877082010-08-20T05:48:24.427-07:002010-08-20T05:48:24.427-07:00Dear Libby,
Thank you so much for sharing your jou...Dear Libby,<br />Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. We always knew you were amazing and a gift to so many. Your honesty and clarity in sharing your most intimate feelings is truly inspirational. This is not only a life changing experience for you and your family, but for all who read your blog.Please know we are with you, although maybe not in the same room but in prayer, in spirit, in faith in God, in laughter,and in tears. God is with you in this journey, as witnessed through your writing. We love you ,we love who you are, and God must be so wonderfully proud of you.<br />Sandy (Mezz)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-83693411879390004832010-08-20T05:29:34.290-07:002010-08-20T05:29:34.290-07:00You do not know me but I was directed to your blog...You do not know me but I was directed to your blog by a friend. It was interesting you were talking about scars today since I just finished the book Little Bee and in it the main character says - “We must see all scars as beauty. Okay? This will be our secret. Because take it from me, a scar does not form on the dying. A scar means, I survived”Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-31588959590472256522010-08-20T05:16:00.395-07:002010-08-20T05:16:00.395-07:00Libby,
It's amazing how simple words can chang...Libby,<br />It's amazing how simple words can change everything about your experience. Just as that nurse changed your day you are changing so many people with your words. Thanks for sharing. About the scar, years ago I donated my kidney and sometimes I see the scar are remember all the great people who loved and took care of me so it is a good reminder for me. Once this cancer is only a faint memory your scars can remind you of all the people who loved and cared for you. Keep your chin up. StephanieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-36085267773662494192010-08-20T03:44:57.051-07:002010-08-20T03:44:57.051-07:00I took my Mom for a pet scan today. The nurse that...I took my Mom for a pet scan today. The nurse that came to get her (its always the same one)always asks her "how are you doing"? :>)Kimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04995496620805082746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-1494813429928927342010-08-19T22:18:21.336-07:002010-08-19T22:18:21.336-07:00Dearest Libby, the scars are only cosmetic and wil...Dearest Libby, the scars are only cosmetic and will not hide your true beauty, which comes from your heart. You are truly an inspiration! Lots of love and prayers are coming your way from us. P.S. I vote for the truly goofy, stupid movies.Tammy Bollmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-33373643741563252322010-08-19T21:38:24.170-07:002010-08-19T21:38:24.170-07:00i love you so much libby
thank you for being real ...i love you so much libby<br />thank you for being real and honest i admire that <br />you are so beautiful libby no matter what scars you get <br />im praying for you alwaysAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com