tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post4113231680526411787..comments2023-10-30T03:02:05.550-07:00Comments on dontwasteyourcancer: pet scan. also eggs and peanuts.libbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13276192531203696999noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-80338345621144219842011-01-06T10:32:38.848-08:002011-01-06T10:32:38.848-08:00Hi, Libby. I'm just now catching up on your bl...Hi, Libby. I'm just now catching up on your blog....I've been a little behind in my following. I'm so sorry about little Ava's food allergies, but never fear, friend. Our daughter Lilli was also dx with egg and peanut allergies. Within a year she grew out of the egg. On a scale of 1 to 6, hers was a 4+! We were overjoyed when she came out of it. Her peanut allergy, however, grew worse and is now a 5+ and is airborne. I know it seems hopeless in the beginning, but you'll learn ALL of the ropes of label reading and you'll be on top of this allergy like nobody's business. Lilli has been exposed several times, but praise the Lord, we've NEVER had to use that Epi-Pen! That's a miracle in itself! It'll all come so naturally after a few months and will eventually be second nature. If you ever have any questions about food allergies, please feel free to ask. I'm here, as I'm sure you've heard several thousand times before! LOL! I left you a post a while back, but I can't remember where it was....it was around August or so when I left it. Anyway, I just wanted you to know that you're still in my prayers. Keep the faith, girl. God is doing AMAZING things through you! ;) Jeremiah 29:11Brandi Griffin https://www.blogger.com/profile/04508987807372733912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-44927520393098964232010-10-22T18:54:40.025-07:002010-10-22T18:54:40.025-07:00Hey Lib, keep fighting girl. Find a place to go or...Hey Lib, keep fighting girl. Find a place to go or a thought to think everytime it is bad. My go to is "it has to get worse to get better"...maybe something like that. Or the story of David and Goliath and you are David fighting something WAY bigger than you and think about what would make you David to cancer!<br />You're so great, Lib.Libby (Langeland) Eppinganoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-13213977829358128322010-10-22T14:26:07.207-07:002010-10-22T14:26:07.207-07:00a friend turned me onto your blog. i have not read...a friend turned me onto your blog. i have not read the whole thing. but, i read this post. and my heart went out to you. i fought, and beat, hodgkins about 9 years ago. it was a hard hard time. but, i just wanted to write and tell you there IS a light at the end of your tunnel. while you will never be the same again in terms of innocence, you will return to normal physically. and you will be better for this fight emotionally. that really makes no sense, i'm sure. but, i'll just tell you this: in many ways, cancer saved my life. be encouraged libby.Carissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01395151578064485008noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-44066903863669323442010-10-22T13:33:01.009-07:002010-10-22T13:33:01.009-07:00i loved talking to you today...weird how this was ...i loved talking to you today...weird how this was a yucky sick week and pet scan made it worse...but that when we talked today it felt like the most real/normal conversation we'd had in a while...nice to just talk as sisters about life stuff and not cancer stuff...i really want to hate chemo, because it makes you feel awful, but i need to love it, cause it's the only way i get to have my little sister in my life for YEARS & YEARS!! and not having you in my life is not an option!! enjoy wearing flip flops today, as we bundle up...xoxo...beckyRebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03811604231738118725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-13349799704963828362010-10-22T12:04:05.097-07:002010-10-22T12:04:05.097-07:00libby- i am praying for you sweet child of God. mu...libby- i am praying for you sweet child of God. much love, amyThat Fresh Feelinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04540511040427940386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-29235349852878726322010-10-22T11:31:08.775-07:002010-10-22T11:31:08.775-07:00Libby,
I've been following your blog. I'...Libby,<br /><br />I've been following your blog. I'm on YL Staff in the northwest. Praying for you!!! Although you don't know me, you are a sister in Christ and a mom like me. Thank you for being real!!!!! Your journey is a testamony of God's faithfulness even when it sucks. He is with you, Justin and Ava!!!! Lord I pray now that Libby will cling to you like nothing before and know your LOVE!!! I pray for her and Justin's marriage as well. That they know when to cry and when to encourage each other and take that next step. How bless Ava is to have them as parents. Lord - I give them to you!!! AMEN!Chantelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08651917629521945795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-68228815805163259802010-10-22T10:33:13.515-07:002010-10-22T10:33:13.515-07:00Libby,
My daughter is very active in Young Life at...Libby,<br />My daughter is very active in Young Life at Furman in Greenville, SC. Her roommate is battling a rare kidney cancer at the unreal age of 20. As you may know, Perrin is following your blog and finding companionship and strength in your vulnerable sharing of the mighty struggle you two have in common. She sent us a link to your blog Wednesday, which I finished at 3 this morning. Thank you for the comfort you provide to our precious friend, who sees in you a woman of faith who, like her, is living that faith in a way few of us understand. Know that I consider it a great privilege to join the throng of those who know you personally and those who do not, but who are persistently lifting you up to our Great Healer! <br /><br />dorenda whiteUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10648477543939544014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-18413277501566533752010-10-22T07:43:24.783-07:002010-10-22T07:43:24.783-07:00Gosh I KNOW that "taste" in your mouth w...Gosh I KNOW that "taste" in your mouth when they flush your port or insert the IV. The thought brings back yucky memories. BUT a tip I was told of to get rid of THAT taste in your mouth was to eat Sour Patch Kids when they are flushing or starting your chemo (and during any more PET or CT Scans). Made it so much easier for me! <br />Remember...you WILL get through this...stay strong for that lil girl! It'll be March 2011 before you know it and you'll be ALL done, laughing as your head comes out of the "chemo-cloud".Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15513579451627352471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-49257291618336238452010-10-22T06:33:03.739-07:002010-10-22T06:33:03.739-07:00Libby We are praying for you guys! We love you so ...Libby We are praying for you guys! We love you so much!!! <3 You're such an amazing mother, Ava is a lucky little girl!<br />Phillipians 4:13 " I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."<br />Love Meg and Amanda!!Meg & Amandanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-85462899065536319102010-10-22T06:30:07.570-07:002010-10-22T06:30:07.570-07:00I am still praying for you Lib and have been prayi...I am still praying for you Lib and have been praying for the PET scan results next week. The Lord is good and I know he has not stopped watching over you. Love you.Bethanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07553304699196121442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-40692726292927164772010-10-22T06:11:56.819-07:002010-10-22T06:11:56.819-07:00Libby...thinking of you, Jus and Ava. I hope you h...Libby...thinking of you, Jus and Ava. I hope you have a much better day today. Enjoy some sunshine. Praying...Ted and Shirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04685495781642500015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-72503128946559349892010-10-22T05:33:00.814-07:002010-10-22T05:33:00.814-07:00I will keep praying for you.
CarleyI will keep praying for you.<br />CarleyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-91456939804257082332010-10-21T21:07:37.306-07:002010-10-21T21:07:37.306-07:00Even our worst days don't compare to what you ...Even our worst days don't compare to what you are going through Libby. So sorry you are feeling so lousy. Just know we are still praying continually for you and Justin and Ava. Thanks for being so honest with us in your blog and allowing us to see your heart. You are a very special family of three.Jacki Matternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-4745575898447663672010-10-21T20:03:32.325-07:002010-10-21T20:03:32.325-07:00I'm praying. Constantly.I'm praying. Constantly.Megan Garrisonhttp://www.megangarrison.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-5151834981660728972010-10-21T19:51:06.237-07:002010-10-21T19:51:06.237-07:00Sweet Libby-
I have been where you are...I hav...Sweet Libby-<br /><br /> I have been where you are...I have felt what you have felt. My heart is just breaking for you tonight. I hope you know that there are people all over the world who love you and are praying for you!! On the days you don't know what to say, or don't know how to pray...or on the days you hate that you have cancer....just remember that God knows your heart. And I wanted you to know that your feelings, your emotions...they are normal. BUT also remember that God will see you through this! He is the GREAT PHYSICIAN and He will not put on you more than you can handle. Know that "The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you!"<br /><br />Praying for you tonight dear sweet Libby. I am praying that you are able to get some rest and for you to feel better! <br /><br />As a 23 year old who has beat cancer twice please feel free to email me any time!! I don't always have the right words, but I have been where you are and I would love to try to encourage you in any way I can! <br /><br />Lots of love and prayers from GA!!!!!<br /><br />"And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."<br />2 Corinthians 12:9A Love Worth Waiting For....https://www.blogger.com/profile/09625296054356537386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-76396422867968977652010-10-21T19:46:15.468-07:002010-10-21T19:46:15.468-07:00Praying for strength, energy, love, healing, and c...Praying for strength, energy, love, healing, and comfort for you. I read your blog daily and I feel like I have gotten to know you personally through your journey. I think about you throughout the day...when I hear an inspirational song or when I am just reading encouraging scripts from the Lord. <br />these hard days are just part of your amazing testimony to share your love for our amazing God to others down the road. <br />Know that there are so many people behind you...cheering for you...PRAYING for you. We see how strong you are and know that you can fight this. God is FOR you. Keep fighting sweet girl. <br /><br />Music always cheers me up... I pray that this song will...<br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xboucW89gUUBrittany Nolanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01829694234073122443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-43688391764075617592010-10-21T18:24:50.144-07:002010-10-21T18:24:50.144-07:00"Fear not, for I have redeemed you, I have ca..."Fear not, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by name; You are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.<br />When you walk through the fire you shall not be burned. Nor shall the flame scorch you. For I am the Lord your God, The Holy one of Israel, your Savior." Isaiah 43:1-3<br /><br />Praying for the Lord to give you His strength for each new day! This cancer walk is SO VERY HARD but it is not hard for Him. He will lift you up, He will sustain you. May His blessings and love surround you and your family.<br />In His Awesome love in VaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-14442840350548465192010-10-21T18:02:25.786-07:002010-10-21T18:02:25.786-07:00Libby,
You don't know me but I have been pray...Libby,<br /><br />You don't know me but I have been praying for you daily. I have a little girl whom I love more than anything and a husband is who currently deployed. You are an inspiration. I can't imagine how hard this must be for you but know that you are being held in God's merciful arms, he is holding you so tight and will never let go…no matter how hard this fight with cancer is! You can do it! <br /><br />Psalm 40:1-3:<br /><br />"I waited patiently for the Lord; he inclined and heard my cry. He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my step secure. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the Lord".<br /><br />Praying that the Lord gives you a "new song" each morning -- a fresh breath of your life (full of husbands, little girls, and anything else that you love).Joshua and Annie Earlshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13007653845702719703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-56821203021667580602010-10-21T17:14:17.274-07:002010-10-21T17:14:17.274-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Joanna Moorehttp://www.lifehasitsupsanddowns.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-64307369110869408642010-10-21T17:12:33.620-07:002010-10-21T17:12:33.620-07:00I have a daughter with nut allergies and while I k...I have a daughter with nut allergies and while I know the original diagnosis is terrifying knowledge is power and this is not as scary as you think. Prayers and God be with you on your journey through cancer and learning about allergies.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07159697026305532525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-31264272293852529772010-10-21T16:22:53.577-07:002010-10-21T16:22:53.577-07:00Praying for you and hoping for good days ahead!Praying for you and hoping for good days ahead!Lesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02303986703217546574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-4343145435396493372010-10-21T14:35:49.973-07:002010-10-21T14:35:49.973-07:00Oh Libby, I'm so sorry that you had such a rou...Oh Libby, I'm so sorry that you had such a rough day. I'm praying that tomorrow will be a much better day for you. I was so glad to see you Tuesday night and know that you were well enough to be at the banquet. Sweet, precious Ava...maybe you'll outgrow these allergies. Libby, please call or text if I can help. I'll keep praying. Love you.Tammy Bollmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-91026460489698826792010-10-21T13:36:51.279-07:002010-10-21T13:36:51.279-07:00Psalm 3:3-6
"But You, O Lord, are a shield fo...Psalm 3:3-6<br />"But You, O Lord, are a shield for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my head. I cried to the LOord with my voice, and He heard me from His holy hill! I lay down and slept; I awoke, for the Lord sustained me..."<br /><br />He has, is, and ALWAYS will continue to sustain you darling girl...<br />Love you with all my heart. Always praying.<br /><br />Kisses for my dollie! Auntie Hannah misses her! :)Hannah Leilanihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03619854481411029488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-46626672311629199202010-10-21T12:37:07.097-07:002010-10-21T12:37:07.097-07:00Libby, I am praying for you hard today. Thank you...Libby, I am praying for you hard today. Thank you for being so honest and showing us exactly how to pray for you. Your faith is so unique and such an encouragement to so many. I hope that all those that are near you can encourage you and help you through this time.Ashley Eibanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18342958999267083885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1192031313610865107.post-79941554426108920512010-10-21T12:13:12.945-07:002010-10-21T12:13:12.945-07:00Praying for the side effects of Chemo to leave you...Praying for the side effects of Chemo to leave you in the Name of Jesus! I pray you can eat and can keep up good nutrition which will help the Chemo do its job.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07013027565273248876noreply@blogger.com