Yes! I got my Pet/Scan results back and they were negative again. Dr. Kubove said to
hold off on the torisel infusions until she speaks to Dr. Burzynski. I'm so blessed.
We had 3 great Christmas parties this weekend. The Manning Party on Saturday where we
had a delicious brunch and Dad gave everyone cute turtle shirts (as he loves
turtles)with a great message on them. The Thomas Family Party was fun and Santa came
and brought bags to all the kids. Our Larry Manning Christmas Dinner was on Sunday
and we opened our gifts to each other. It was wonderful and we just opened all the
gifts at once and didn't open them one by one. I loved it that way. We had a huge
mess but Maria stayed and cleaned it all up. Christina and Joseph came down from Utah
and all of our family was there except Thomas. He will be calling us on Christmas Day
though and I can hardly wait. I'm so glad to have the health this year to keep up
with things and will be eternally grateful to everyone for their prayers and faith
given in my behalf.
I know that Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem in a stable many years ago and is the
Saviour of this world. He atoned for our sins and suffered our illnesses and
understands all that we go through. He established His church on this earth and in
these last days has again restored the true church to this earth.
I'm looking forward to Christ's return where He will reign as King of Kings and bring
peace to our troubled world. Merry Christmas!
Monday, December 20, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Hard Day
Today was my weekly infusion with Torisel at the Cancer Clinic and it didn't go well.
I had the top nurse but she couldn't get a vein to put the needle into. The first vein she tried was scarred and wouldn't work, the 2nd, and 3rd tries the veins collapsed. Then another wonderful nurse tried and the same thing happened. I could be dehydrated but I drink at least 8 glasses of water a day so I don't think so. We will try again on Thursday. I remembered that on Monday, when I had blood drawn at Sonora Lab that the blood flow was extremely slow. So, I am downing the liquids.
I had the top nurse but she couldn't get a vein to put the needle into. The first vein she tried was scarred and wouldn't work, the 2nd, and 3rd tries the veins collapsed. Then another wonderful nurse tried and the same thing happened. I could be dehydrated but I drink at least 8 glasses of water a day so I don't think so. We will try again on Thursday. I remembered that on Monday, when I had blood drawn at Sonora Lab that the blood flow was extremely slow. So, I am downing the liquids.
Friday, November 26, 2010
Blessings from God
As many of you know, my carpeting is very very very ancient. It has holes in it and I
try to cover them up. But that's okay. I pray for new carpeting but always say at the
end of the prayer....that it's an extra, but would be nice. Today, I received a phone
call from a worker at Mesa Sales who said that my name was randomly chosen from the
phone book to get new carpeting. I didn't believe it of course...but inside I hoped
it was true. I knew that they didn't have my cell number of which they called me on.
Finally, he told me that the carpeting was paid for by an anonymous person and that he
will be out on Monday to measure the house and bring samples. I started to cry....and
then I couldn't stop. I've cried my makeup off twice. I'm spoiled and loved and God
truly is blessing us.
I just got a new roof that didn't cost us anything and also, my daughter in laws
parents (The Stapley's)are giving us a beautiful organ.
Now I get carpeting! It's coming before
Christmas. I'm so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By the way, we had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Jonathan and Carrie and their sweet
family. We enjoyed seeing Aaron and Andrea and their kids last night and today as
well. We sure love our family.
It was the off year for Thanksgiving
so next year everyone will be here...even Thomas. He's coming home on Feb. 15th
from his mission in Washington. Again....I just can't
believe the blessings and I know that all blessings ultimately come from God. There
are angels here on earth that are his hands though. I'm thankful for those ministering
angels. Hopefully through the years I will be able to minister to others and bless
many peoples lives.
try to cover them up. But that's okay. I pray for new carpeting but always say at the
end of the prayer....that it's an extra, but would be nice. Today, I received a phone
call from a worker at Mesa Sales who said that my name was randomly chosen from the
phone book to get new carpeting. I didn't believe it of course...but inside I hoped
it was true. I knew that they didn't have my cell number of which they called me on.
Finally, he told me that the carpeting was paid for by an anonymous person and that he
will be out on Monday to measure the house and bring samples. I started to cry....and
then I couldn't stop. I've cried my makeup off twice. I'm spoiled and loved and God
truly is blessing us.
I just got a new roof that didn't cost us anything and also, my daughter in laws
parents (The Stapley's)are giving us a beautiful organ.
Now I get carpeting! It's coming before
Christmas. I'm so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By the way, we had a wonderful Thanksgiving with Jonathan and Carrie and their sweet
family. We enjoyed seeing Aaron and Andrea and their kids last night and today as
well. We sure love our family.
It was the off year for Thanksgiving
so next year everyone will be here...even Thomas. He's coming home on Feb. 15th
from his mission in Washington. Again....I just can't
believe the blessings and I know that all blessings ultimately come from God. There
are angels here on earth that are his hands though. I'm thankful for those ministering
angels. Hopefully through the years I will be able to minister to others and bless
many peoples lives.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
So many blessings
What a wonderful fundraiser we had. My daughter in law, Andrea, did an outstanding
job of organizing, delegating and carrying out the Spaghetti Dinner/Auction. I had a
great time and enjoyed visiting with friends, family, and meeting new people. There
were so many kind people and businesses that donated items and services to be
auctioned. I really appreciate all the many many hours that went into it. My sister
Mary Nielson and her husband were very kind to open up there home and lovely back yard
for the evening. All my kids helped tremendously and that is one way that I feel of
their love for me.
It is difficult at times to take money from people who are very tight themselves. But,
I know that God blesses people in return for all that they do.
Im a new grandmother again. Maria had little Samuel and he is so cute. He has dark
hair and a lot of it. His temperament is so sweet and easy going. Maria worked so
hard in getting donations...up until he was born and then organized and worked after
wards as well. One of our kids donated an I-pad to the organization "Setting Them
Free" to help further the charitable organization that the funds are channeled
through.
Even though I am in remission with cancer....I have some other health problems right
now. My cholesterol is very high and I was diagnosed with osteoporosis. It runs in
the family. I have a doctors appointment next week to learn what I should do about it.
Life is interesting. But, with challenges you learn what is important in life. It's
about God, family, and blessing the lives of others. It's also about freedom. It's
about listening to the still small voice and following the promptings of the Spirit.
I have a lot to accomplish in this life and have an exciting future. Life is good!
job of organizing, delegating and carrying out the Spaghetti Dinner/Auction. I had a
great time and enjoyed visiting with friends, family, and meeting new people. There
were so many kind people and businesses that donated items and services to be
auctioned. I really appreciate all the many many hours that went into it. My sister
Mary Nielson and her husband were very kind to open up there home and lovely back yard
for the evening. All my kids helped tremendously and that is one way that I feel of
their love for me.
It is difficult at times to take money from people who are very tight themselves. But,
I know that God blesses people in return for all that they do.
Im a new grandmother again. Maria had little Samuel and he is so cute. He has dark
hair and a lot of it. His temperament is so sweet and easy going. Maria worked so
hard in getting donations...up until he was born and then organized and worked after
wards as well. One of our kids donated an I-pad to the organization "Setting Them
Free" to help further the charitable organization that the funds are channeled
through.
Even though I am in remission with cancer....I have some other health problems right
now. My cholesterol is very high and I was diagnosed with osteoporosis. It runs in
the family. I have a doctors appointment next week to learn what I should do about it.
Life is interesting. But, with challenges you learn what is important in life. It's
about God, family, and blessing the lives of others. It's also about freedom. It's
about listening to the still small voice and following the promptings of the Spirit.
I have a lot to accomplish in this life and have an exciting future. Life is good!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Setting Them Free a non-profit foundation
Since I am now in remission with cancer, Larry and I feel a great need to help other
people who the life saving treatment at the Burzynski Clinic. Because of this,
Larry, and others recently started a non-profit foundation to assist people in
learning how to have effective fundraisers as well as other valuable information. We
have learned so much along the journey and want to share information with others. If
you are interested in learning more about the Burzynski Clinic you can see the new
website at: www.SettingThemFree.org
On November 5th, there will be a Spaghetti Dinner and Live auction at Russell and Mary
Nielson's home in Mesa, AZ. All the proceeds will go directly to helping patients at
the Burzynski Clinic. I am one of those patients. Although I am in remission, I
need to stay on the pills longer. You can specify if you want the money to go to the
general fund or to a specific patient.
There are so many people that have been totally cured
of cancer through Dr. Burzynski's antineoplaston's and gene therapy...and there is a
documentary movie that was recently shown in many theaters throughout the country
about Dr. Burzynski and why the FDA has tried to put him out of business but didn't
win. (It was even shown in New York) I have a copy if anyone is interested in
watching it...or you can see the trailer on the website of SettingThemFree.org
people who the life saving treatment at the Burzynski Clinic. Because of this,
Larry, and others recently started a non-profit foundation to assist people in
learning how to have effective fundraisers as well as other valuable information. We
have learned so much along the journey and want to share information with others. If
you are interested in learning more about the Burzynski Clinic you can see the new
website at: www.SettingThemFree.org
On November 5th, there will be a Spaghetti Dinner and Live auction at Russell and Mary
Nielson's home in Mesa, AZ. All the proceeds will go directly to helping patients at
the Burzynski Clinic. I am one of those patients. Although I am in remission, I
need to stay on the pills longer. You can specify if you want the money to go to the
general fund or to a specific patient.
There are so many people that have been totally cured
of cancer through Dr. Burzynski's antineoplaston's and gene therapy...and there is a
documentary movie that was recently shown in many theaters throughout the country
about Dr. Burzynski and why the FDA has tried to put him out of business but didn't
win. (It was even shown in New York) I have a copy if anyone is interested in
watching it...or you can see the trailer on the website of SettingThemFree.org
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Home from vacation
We had a wonderful time in Florida!!! It was truly a vacation and a great experience.
We enjoyed Disney World with Aaron and Andrea and their family and went to most of the
attractions like Hall of Presidents, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger..Haunted
Mansion...Hollywood Studios...Animal Kingdom...and the EpCot Center. We got pictures
of the Beatles singing in the park and also in France we saw the Sein River. We
really enjoyed eating at the Garden Restaurant where the Disney characters came around
to the tables and gave us one on one attention. The kids loved it. The food was
healthy and super good. Aaron and Andrea really spoiled us.
We also got to visit Elder Ryan Merkley who is serving in Orlando and I gave him a big
hug and embarrassed him probably. He looks good. Also, we got to visit Richard and
Nancy Randall on their mission at the Deseret Ranch. They made a healthy and yummy
lunch for us (lentils, fruit salad, etc.) and gave us a tour of the ranch and visitors
center. They are looking so good and very happy. The ranch covers 290,000 acres of
land and is owned by the church. It's the largest privately owned ranch in the
world. Six deer came close to us to eat the corn thrown to them and we saw a large
turtle walking by as well as cranes. We had a wonderful time.
Andrea's younger sister, Dana Tollefson, works at Disney World and she sang to
us.....she has an amazing voice!!! She made it possible to get some free tickets as
well as discounts. We also really enjoyed the Marriott vacation Resort that we stayed
at. The kids loved the large pirate ship and I enjoyed the jacuzzi. We found an
alligator in the water close to the land with moss all over it and birds standing on
its head and I think it was fake but Larry said the next day it was gone and he claims
it was real. I think I needed this vacation after a year and a half of battling this
cancer. I feel as if the fight with cancer is over but the money for the medications
and the appointments still lingers on. I had the Torisel infusion yesterday at the
cancer center which takes about 3-4 hours and I still do that weekly for 3 months.
Also, in October I do the Rituxen again. (I do that infusion every 6 months for 4
weeks in a row for the next 2 and 1/2 years) Dr. Kellogg is very pleased with the
results and agreed that there is no sign of cancer or of it coming back. My next
appointment in Texas is in early January at the Burzynski clinic. I want to help
others to be healed as I have been. I am truly blessed by so many friends and family
members. I know that the prayers and faith of others have been heard of God and that
He has blessed me. Life is wonderful!
We enjoyed Disney World with Aaron and Andrea and their family and went to most of the
attractions like Hall of Presidents, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger..Haunted
Mansion...Hollywood Studios...Animal Kingdom...and the EpCot Center. We got pictures
of the Beatles singing in the park and also in France we saw the Sein River. We
really enjoyed eating at the Garden Restaurant where the Disney characters came around
to the tables and gave us one on one attention. The kids loved it. The food was
healthy and super good. Aaron and Andrea really spoiled us.
We also got to visit Elder Ryan Merkley who is serving in Orlando and I gave him a big
hug and embarrassed him probably. He looks good. Also, we got to visit Richard and
Nancy Randall on their mission at the Deseret Ranch. They made a healthy and yummy
lunch for us (lentils, fruit salad, etc.) and gave us a tour of the ranch and visitors
center. They are looking so good and very happy. The ranch covers 290,000 acres of
land and is owned by the church. It's the largest privately owned ranch in the
world. Six deer came close to us to eat the corn thrown to them and we saw a large
turtle walking by as well as cranes. We had a wonderful time.
Andrea's younger sister, Dana Tollefson, works at Disney World and she sang to
us.....she has an amazing voice!!! She made it possible to get some free tickets as
well as discounts. We also really enjoyed the Marriott vacation Resort that we stayed
at. The kids loved the large pirate ship and I enjoyed the jacuzzi. We found an
alligator in the water close to the land with moss all over it and birds standing on
its head and I think it was fake but Larry said the next day it was gone and he claims
it was real. I think I needed this vacation after a year and a half of battling this
cancer. I feel as if the fight with cancer is over but the money for the medications
and the appointments still lingers on. I had the Torisel infusion yesterday at the
cancer center which takes about 3-4 hours and I still do that weekly for 3 months.
Also, in October I do the Rituxen again. (I do that infusion every 6 months for 4
weeks in a row for the next 2 and 1/2 years) Dr. Kellogg is very pleased with the
results and agreed that there is no sign of cancer or of it coming back. My next
appointment in Texas is in early January at the Burzynski clinic. I want to help
others to be healed as I have been. I am truly blessed by so many friends and family
members. I know that the prayers and faith of others have been heard of God and that
He has blessed me. Life is wonderful!
Monday, September 13, 2010
Celebration!
I'M IN REMISSION!!!! So exciting. We went to the Burynski Clinic this last week and it official. The blood work from the Gene Therapy Testing at Sonora lab and the ct/pet scan shows NO SIGN of cancer or of it returning.
This week we're heading off to Disney World to celebrate. It's free. We did a trade at work for the tickets and our son Aaron and his wife Andrea are taking care of the hotel and car and the ticket to Disney World and the Epcot Center. We are going to have sooo much fun!
Last night our family came over and our grandson Tate gave me a cinnamon pencil and some shaped and stretchy arm bands as a gift for getting better. He is so cute and has been there for me all along the way. So many people have helped out with money and have exerted their faith through prayer. Thank you to everyone who has helped me!
I return to the Burzynski Clinic in January after another ct/pet scan and they will let me know from there if they will reduce some more of the medicine. They are always very cautious and keep their patients on medicines for awhile after they are in remission. So, my expenses are still $2,600 a month. My neice, Michelle Moyer is helping me out by donating the money from her 3 songs that she put onto itunes for me. So, please check it out. She has an amazing voice.
Also, in November, our family is holding another dinner/auction to raise money for the cause and also to help people to get good deals on Christmas gifts. If you know of any items that can be donated to auction off let us know. It will be a live auction at my sister, Mary Nielson's home.
Life is wonderful and I believe in miracles!!!
This week we're heading off to Disney World to celebrate. It's free. We did a trade at work for the tickets and our son Aaron and his wife Andrea are taking care of the hotel and car and the ticket to Disney World and the Epcot Center. We are going to have sooo much fun!
Last night our family came over and our grandson Tate gave me a cinnamon pencil and some shaped and stretchy arm bands as a gift for getting better. He is so cute and has been there for me all along the way. So many people have helped out with money and have exerted their faith through prayer. Thank you to everyone who has helped me!
I return to the Burzynski Clinic in January after another ct/pet scan and they will let me know from there if they will reduce some more of the medicine. They are always very cautious and keep their patients on medicines for awhile after they are in remission. So, my expenses are still $2,600 a month. My neice, Michelle Moyer is helping me out by donating the money from her 3 songs that she put onto itunes for me. So, please check it out. She has an amazing voice.
Also, in November, our family is holding another dinner/auction to raise money for the cause and also to help people to get good deals on Christmas gifts. If you know of any items that can be donated to auction off let us know. It will be a live auction at my sister, Mary Nielson's home.
Life is wonderful and I believe in miracles!!!
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
New Mexico
The Thomas Family (The family on my side) are having a reunion at the ranch in Blue
water, New Mexico. It's Russell and Mary Nielson's ranch. She's my wonderful
sister. I wasn't sure if we were going to get to go but a check for the gas showed up
at my door and now we are leaving in the morning. It's so nice to have family members
to love and support you when in need. I'm really excited to go and have fun and make
memories with them.
Also, today I received my medicine from the Burzynski Clinic, yeah!!! Just in time. I
really appreciate another family member for paying for them. I know God will bless
them as it was vital for me to continue with this medicine and my care at the clinic.
I'm receiving lots of blessings today. We got an email from our son Thomas in
Washington saying how well he is doing and what a surprise it was to run into his
older brother Aaron at Arby's in Washington. Aaron had a lay over there and was as
surprised as Thomas was to run into him. They got to spend the next day as companions
and had a great visit.
I have 3 grand kids on the way and am so excited and happy to be alive and well and
get to enjoy them. It will make 13 for us. James and Julie came over and set a glass
jar of spagetti sauce on our table. I asked who put it there and went over and picked
it up. It was "Prego" sauce and they had written the words "Julie is" on it. So it
read---Julie is Prego. I said "What? with a weird expression on my face. I was so
excited. When Larry saw it he said "No!" He was also as delighted as me. We were
just so surprised. It was so cute.
I found a wonderful scripture about challenges that I want to share. 2 Corinthians 4:8
"We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in
despair." That is exactly how I feel! God is sustaining me and I feel His loving
arms around me every day. I hope that everyone can feel the peace that I have and be
blessed with the things that they need in their lives.
water, New Mexico. It's Russell and Mary Nielson's ranch. She's my wonderful
sister. I wasn't sure if we were going to get to go but a check for the gas showed up
at my door and now we are leaving in the morning. It's so nice to have family members
to love and support you when in need. I'm really excited to go and have fun and make
memories with them.
Also, today I received my medicine from the Burzynski Clinic, yeah!!! Just in time. I
really appreciate another family member for paying for them. I know God will bless
them as it was vital for me to continue with this medicine and my care at the clinic.
I'm receiving lots of blessings today. We got an email from our son Thomas in
Washington saying how well he is doing and what a surprise it was to run into his
older brother Aaron at Arby's in Washington. Aaron had a lay over there and was as
surprised as Thomas was to run into him. They got to spend the next day as companions
and had a great visit.
I have 3 grand kids on the way and am so excited and happy to be alive and well and
get to enjoy them. It will make 13 for us. James and Julie came over and set a glass
jar of spagetti sauce on our table. I asked who put it there and went over and picked
it up. It was "Prego" sauce and they had written the words "Julie is" on it. So it
read---Julie is Prego. I said "What? with a weird expression on my face. I was so
excited. When Larry saw it he said "No!" He was also as delighted as me. We were
just so surprised. It was so cute.
I found a wonderful scripture about challenges that I want to share. 2 Corinthians 4:8
"We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in
despair." That is exactly how I feel! God is sustaining me and I feel His loving
arms around me every day. I hope that everyone can feel the peace that I have and be
blessed with the things that they need in their lives.
Friday, August 27, 2010
I Guess I cry when I'm happy
The Burzynski Clinic has been very kind to let me receive treatment and medication for
about 9 months without paying them yet. But, the time finely came when they said that
they couldn't do that anymore for me or the other patients. They need their money as
well. I have to pay for their services before they can ship the medicine. So, I have
been very concerned and worried about getting my pills. It costs $2,250 a month. I
ran out of one of them on Thursday and my main pills, Sodium Phenelbruterate, will be
done on Tuesday. We've been trying to get the funds together and still needed
$1,999.63. About 45 minutes ago, a very special person, actually people, put money
into my account so that I can order them on Monday and get them shipped one day mail.
I've cried ever since with joy and gratitude for this very special gift. It's a
sacrifice for them I am sure. Am I worth it? I guess so. I'm thankful for life and
the wonderful people in my life. My God bless them abundantly for their great
goodness to me.
p.s.-How do you stop crying?
about 9 months without paying them yet. But, the time finely came when they said that
they couldn't do that anymore for me or the other patients. They need their money as
well. I have to pay for their services before they can ship the medicine. So, I have
been very concerned and worried about getting my pills. It costs $2,250 a month. I
ran out of one of them on Thursday and my main pills, Sodium Phenelbruterate, will be
done on Tuesday. We've been trying to get the funds together and still needed
$1,999.63. About 45 minutes ago, a very special person, actually people, put money
into my account so that I can order them on Monday and get them shipped one day mail.
I've cried ever since with joy and gratitude for this very special gift. It's a
sacrifice for them I am sure. Am I worth it? I guess so. I'm thankful for life and
the wonderful people in my life. My God bless them abundantly for their great
goodness to me.
p.s.-How do you stop crying?
Friday, August 13, 2010
I'm crying
I got approved for Torisel! I'm sooo happy :) :) :) All the paper work was worth it. Now I can complete the treatment that Dr. Burzynski wants me to do. I'm crying happy tears.
What I do all day
It's 10:00 am and nothing is done. It's crazy. But then, I think about what I have
accomplished and really.....I've done a lot. So, I just thought I would share it.
I've called the Leukemia Lymphoma Society 3 times, trying to get the application taken
care of so that I can get some financial aid. Their fax machine wasn't working so
they are sending it to my daughters fax and she will send it to me, then I will fill
it out and attach the info they need and call my oncologist and see that he does his
paper work as well. I've called the Burzyski Clinic to make sure that they received
the two faxes sent to them regarding a plane flight and hotel. (My cancer friend from
Bosnia told me about two different charitable organizations that assist people in
Texas and I've been completing the paper work for them to get their help) I have
files of information and organizations and just laugh about all the paper work and
phone calls. But, it saves money and it helps me to live and it is truly a blessing.
I'm sitting here smiling and am ready to clean the house finally....until the fax
arrives from Maria.
Life is wonderful and I am looking forward to having our family over this weekend for
dinner and birthday celebrations.
accomplished and really.....I've done a lot. So, I just thought I would share it.
I've called the Leukemia Lymphoma Society 3 times, trying to get the application taken
care of so that I can get some financial aid. Their fax machine wasn't working so
they are sending it to my daughters fax and she will send it to me, then I will fill
it out and attach the info they need and call my oncologist and see that he does his
paper work as well. I've called the Burzyski Clinic to make sure that they received
the two faxes sent to them regarding a plane flight and hotel. (My cancer friend from
Bosnia told me about two different charitable organizations that assist people in
Texas and I've been completing the paper work for them to get their help) I have
files of information and organizations and just laugh about all the paper work and
phone calls. But, it saves money and it helps me to live and it is truly a blessing.
I'm sitting here smiling and am ready to clean the house finally....until the fax
arrives from Maria.
Life is wonderful and I am looking forward to having our family over this weekend for
dinner and birthday celebrations.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Enduring to the end of cancer
I was diagnosed with cancer (mantle cell non Hodgkin’s lymphoma) on my birthday, in
2009. After being told that if I was to receive the strongest chemo.. in the
hospital.. and bone marrow transplant twice, I would possibly live 3 years. So…. I
decided to go a non traditional, but medical way.
After much prayer, priesthood blessings, and study, I received the witness from the
Lord that I would be healed and was guided to know which doctor to go to. I am now in
partial remission. My oncologist who is working with this doctor in Texas, is amazed
and tells me to continue. It’s a miracle. Every ct/pet scan shows improvement.
But…..its not over yet…..I am still running the race and enduring to the end. Why?
Because I trust the Lord and I believe that He keeps His promises. If I had been told
that it was my time to die…than I would go forward and prepare for the next life.
But, mine wasn’t the case.
It’s been a fighting battle, and very expensive, but it is worth it. The Lord has
literally carried me much of the time and has given me the strength to go on. In one
of the blessings that I received I was told to study my scriptures an hour a day. I
have done that faithfully and kept a scripture journal. Without this, I would have
gotten depressed and probably given up. The scriptures fill me with the Spirit and I
have received hidden treasures of knowledge along the way. Prayer has also been a
great strength as well. Also, going to the temple I have received revelation and
guidance. I know the Lord blesses us as we pursue our personal journeys in life and
claim the great blessings that He has in store for each of us.
Friday, July 30, 2010
White Mountain Trip
Larry and I had sooo much fun last week up in the mountains. We were ready for a nice
break! this is a picture of us relaxing under the apple tree together after eating our
lunch. We enjoyed the rodeo and the Pioneer Parade. We also went to Hawley Lake and
went out on the peninsula and reminisced about our family and how just a few years
ago, they were all with us up there. It was beautiful. We also saw Larry's family's
cabin they they built up in Pinetop Lakeside and enjoyed Rainbow Lake and the memories
that we have there together. Larry got me a pussywillow and I love it. We skipped
rocks and enjoyed the dragonflies and laughed and played. It was so funny sleeping in
the back of the car with the seat down at Wally park (the parking lot at Walmart) We
had towels in the windows to make it dark and private. We looked hilarious and we
didn't care.
Great memories and lots of fun!
Monday, July 19, 2010
Tykerb Medicine Approved
Yes!!! I have been approved to get my $4,000 a month Tykerb medicine FREE. I'm so
blessed and so happy that I am crying. I just have to tell everybody. Hopefully, this
week, I will be approved to get Torisel as well. It's been a lot of paper work, and
phone calling and lots and lots of prayers and faith. I feel very blessed!
blessed and so happy that I am crying. I just have to tell everybody. Hopefully, this
week, I will be approved to get Torisel as well. It's been a lot of paper work, and
phone calling and lots and lots of prayers and faith. I feel very blessed!
Friday, July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Revelation
In January of this year, I had a very choice experience that was very special to me. Because of
it's sacredness, up to this point I have only shared it with family and very close friends. But now
I am feeling that I should share it on my blog for those that are interested in learning about it.
Last year, I was diagnosed with mantle cell non Hodgkins lymphoma, which is a very serious
cancer. At the same time, I was given some priesthood blessings and told that I would be healed.
I was guided to go to the Burzynski Clinic and miracles occurred in making it possible to get the
treatment needed. I am continuing my treatment and am nearing remission. In one of those
blessings, I was told to study the scriptures at least an hour a day. I have taken that very
seriously and have been feasting upon them and they have blessed my life, increased my faith
and brought much peace. One night in January, of this year, my husband and I drove to
visit his parents. I brought my scriptures and a little silver flashlight so that I could read the
remaining 10 minutes in the car. After visiting with them, we were driving home and although I
wasn't feeling very good at the time, decided to read them anyway. I started with a prayer and
asked what subject I should read. I felt to read about the subject of "song". I was guided to some
verses in the Doctrine and Covenants 84:97-102 and read aloud to my husband as he drove. It
was remarkable to me to discover the words to the new song of Zion that would be sung at
Christ's second coming. I bowed my head and asked God, "what's the tune?" Immediately, a
tune came into my mind and I began to sing the melody out loud. We soon recognized it as
"Come, O Thou King of Kings." Later that evening, before retiring to bed, I sat at the piano to
see how the words would fit the hymn. It was so exciting to me to find that there were four
verses and that the song fit. My husband and I sang together and were so delighted. I again
bowed my head and thanked Heavenly Father and asked, "Why would I receive this special
revelation?" I felt as if God was speaking to my mind and heart the words, "because you asked
and because it it time for it to come forth."
The next morning I prayed again and asked what to do with the song. I felt impressed to give it
to Jared Nielson and that God wanted it performed locally first by the young adults. Jared and I
met that day and he felt it was inspired of God. He said that he would love to do something
with it. With Jared's busy schedule of moving, working, dating, etc, he finally took the time
needed to work on the song this week. (With the help of Larry and Richard, we now have
Sibelius (a music notation program) up and running and attached to our clavinova and
computer)
Jared came over to our home and together we worked on the song. We began and ended with
prayer and invited the Spirit and angels to attend us. Jared inputted the notes through the music
program onto our computer. His many years of music study have prepared him to assist with
not only this song but many others as well. He is certainly a very gifted musician.
Jared and I have both felt the guidance of the Lord.
Much of the inspiration for me has come in the early morning as I have asked of God about how
to fit the words to the tune or about the bass part.
Jared has been inspired as he has sat at the piano and felt prompted how to write the notes
into the hymn to get the timing just right.
Jared said he is planning on writing an arrangement of his own to be performed by the young
adults next spring.
I am so thrilled with the opportunity that I have had to play a small part in
this New Song of Zion.
I bear testimony that Jesus is the Christ and the Redeemer of the world. He lives and will soon
come again to this earth. Now is the time to prepare for His Second Coming and I look forward
to that glorious day!
it's sacredness, up to this point I have only shared it with family and very close friends. But now
I am feeling that I should share it on my blog for those that are interested in learning about it.
Last year, I was diagnosed with mantle cell non Hodgkins lymphoma, which is a very serious
cancer. At the same time, I was given some priesthood blessings and told that I would be healed.
I was guided to go to the Burzynski Clinic and miracles occurred in making it possible to get the
treatment needed. I am continuing my treatment and am nearing remission. In one of those
blessings, I was told to study the scriptures at least an hour a day. I have taken that very
seriously and have been feasting upon them and they have blessed my life, increased my faith
and brought much peace. One night in January, of this year, my husband and I drove to
visit his parents. I brought my scriptures and a little silver flashlight so that I could read the
remaining 10 minutes in the car. After visiting with them, we were driving home and although I
wasn't feeling very good at the time, decided to read them anyway. I started with a prayer and
asked what subject I should read. I felt to read about the subject of "song". I was guided to some
verses in the Doctrine and Covenants 84:97-102 and read aloud to my husband as he drove. It
was remarkable to me to discover the words to the new song of Zion that would be sung at
Christ's second coming. I bowed my head and asked God, "what's the tune?" Immediately, a
tune came into my mind and I began to sing the melody out loud. We soon recognized it as
"Come, O Thou King of Kings." Later that evening, before retiring to bed, I sat at the piano to
see how the words would fit the hymn. It was so exciting to me to find that there were four
verses and that the song fit. My husband and I sang together and were so delighted. I again
bowed my head and thanked Heavenly Father and asked, "Why would I receive this special
revelation?" I felt as if God was speaking to my mind and heart the words, "because you asked
and because it it time for it to come forth."
The next morning I prayed again and asked what to do with the song. I felt impressed to give it
to Jared Nielson and that God wanted it performed locally first by the young adults. Jared and I
met that day and he felt it was inspired of God. He said that he would love to do something
with it. With Jared's busy schedule of moving, working, dating, etc, he finally took the time
needed to work on the song this week. (With the help of Larry and Richard, we now have
Sibelius (a music notation program) up and running and attached to our clavinova and
computer)
Jared came over to our home and together we worked on the song. We began and ended with
prayer and invited the Spirit and angels to attend us. Jared inputted the notes through the music
program onto our computer. His many years of music study have prepared him to assist with
not only this song but many others as well. He is certainly a very gifted musician.
Jared and I have both felt the guidance of the Lord.
Much of the inspiration for me has come in the early morning as I have asked of God about how
to fit the words to the tune or about the bass part.
Jared has been inspired as he has sat at the piano and felt prompted how to write the notes
into the hymn to get the timing just right.
Jared said he is planning on writing an arrangement of his own to be performed by the young
adults next spring.
I am so thrilled with the opportunity that I have had to play a small part in
this New Song of Zion.
I bear testimony that Jesus is the Christ and the Redeemer of the world. He lives and will soon
come again to this earth. Now is the time to prepare for His Second Coming and I look forward
to that glorious day!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Dr. Kellog's Report at the Cancer Clinic
Today I went to my oncologist who is working hand in hand with Dr. Burzynski.
It was very enlightening.
First, the pet/ct scan actually did show some improvement. The report reads "There has been
marked interval improvement in the PET-CT funsion study with resolution of hypermetabolic
adenopathy in the mediastinum, axillaas, abdomen, and pelvis. Single mildly prominent right
axillary lymph node is demonstrated showing minimal low level metabolic activity.
Otherwise stable PET_CT fusion exam." In the chest the largest lymph node is 1.2 compared to
1.8 on the prior exam.
So, I am really happy about that. At the Burzynski Clinic they said that the pet/ct scan reading
was pretty much the same as the one in January. I think they were more concerned about the
rise in the her2. (Which is a protein that the cancer over expresses)
But, steps are being taken to lower the her2..... and my medicine is costing twice as much as a
result.
Oh well. Life is worth it and I will live and get all better.
I was pleased that all my blood work came back just right and my organs are functioning well.
Also, my echo cardiogram came back within normal range. (A test that tells how the heart is doing)
But, please continue to keep me in your prayers because I know that God hears and answers the
prayers of the faithful and I need all the prayers that I can get. My nephew Brent Thomas also
needs our prayers as he was diagnosed with breast cancer last week and will be having an
operation this week. He is a wonderful young man and is married and has children. He is the
4th in our family with cancer.
We sure had a nice Father's Day with most of the family here. We also celebrated Larry's
birthday a little early and he got his cheesecake. I enjoyed my blueberry ice-cream from Ocean
Blue (that is made with fructose..that I can have)
I'm enjoying my scripture study, prayer, singing the hymns and meditating. I certainly derive
much strength from doing these things as they bring me closer to the Lord and bring the Spirit
into my life!
It was very enlightening.
First, the pet/ct scan actually did show some improvement. The report reads "There has been
marked interval improvement in the PET-CT funsion study with resolution of hypermetabolic
adenopathy in the mediastinum, axillaas, abdomen, and pelvis. Single mildly prominent right
axillary lymph node is demonstrated showing minimal low level metabolic activity.
Otherwise stable PET_CT fusion exam." In the chest the largest lymph node is 1.2 compared to
1.8 on the prior exam.
So, I am really happy about that. At the Burzynski Clinic they said that the pet/ct scan reading
was pretty much the same as the one in January. I think they were more concerned about the
rise in the her2. (Which is a protein that the cancer over expresses)
But, steps are being taken to lower the her2..... and my medicine is costing twice as much as a
result.
Oh well. Life is worth it and I will live and get all better.
I was pleased that all my blood work came back just right and my organs are functioning well.
Also, my echo cardiogram came back within normal range. (A test that tells how the heart is doing)
But, please continue to keep me in your prayers because I know that God hears and answers the
prayers of the faithful and I need all the prayers that I can get. My nephew Brent Thomas also
needs our prayers as he was diagnosed with breast cancer last week and will be having an
operation this week. He is a wonderful young man and is married and has children. He is the
4th in our family with cancer.
We sure had a nice Father's Day with most of the family here. We also celebrated Larry's
birthday a little early and he got his cheesecake. I enjoyed my blueberry ice-cream from Ocean
Blue (that is made with fructose..that I can have)
I'm enjoying my scripture study, prayer, singing the hymns and meditating. I certainly derive
much strength from doing these things as they bring me closer to the Lord and bring the Spirit
into my life!
Monday, June 7, 2010
Back from the Clinic
I recently returned from the Burzynski Clinic in Houston and have to make changes in my
medications. I found out that the cancer has stayed the same size as the last visit and pt/scan.
So, that wasn't good news. Dr. Burzynski said that they will be increasing the tykerb and
rapimune and that I will be stopping the zolinza medication. In reviewing the gene marker tests,
they determined that the cancer is over expressing her2 and that the levels have increased. The
medicine changes should take care of it. That is why I go in every 3 months...to have the
medicines adjusted and to have the doctors talk with me in detail about my health. So, it was a
good visit. I need to get a echo cardiogram and find out how my heart is doing as well. I feel in
good hands.
The biggest concern is one that I don't need to worry about....MONEY. The tykerb medicine is
the one that we don't get free from the manufacturer, and now I need to double the amount that
I take. So, it cost double the money. But, I know that the Lord will provide and that my job is to
take the pills and not be over concerned about the money or size of the tumors. Actually, the
doctor said that I am looking very good.
At first, after hearing that the tumors hadn't shrunk more, I started to be a little concerned. But,
then I prayed and got the reassurance from the Lord that all will be well and not to worry about
it. I know in my heart that everything will work out. my source of strength and has been with me
throughout this whole cancer adventure. I also know that through trials, great blessings are
received. Everything is going to work out as promised:)
medications. I found out that the cancer has stayed the same size as the last visit and pt/scan.
So, that wasn't good news. Dr. Burzynski said that they will be increasing the tykerb and
rapimune and that I will be stopping the zolinza medication. In reviewing the gene marker tests,
they determined that the cancer is over expressing her2 and that the levels have increased. The
medicine changes should take care of it. That is why I go in every 3 months...to have the
medicines adjusted and to have the doctors talk with me in detail about my health. So, it was a
good visit. I need to get a echo cardiogram and find out how my heart is doing as well. I feel in
good hands.
The biggest concern is one that I don't need to worry about....MONEY. The tykerb medicine is
the one that we don't get free from the manufacturer, and now I need to double the amount that
I take. So, it cost double the money. But, I know that the Lord will provide and that my job is to
take the pills and not be over concerned about the money or size of the tumors. Actually, the
doctor said that I am looking very good.
At first, after hearing that the tumors hadn't shrunk more, I started to be a little concerned. But,
then I prayed and got the reassurance from the Lord that all will be well and not to worry about
it. I know in my heart that everything will work out. my source of strength and has been with me
throughout this whole cancer adventure. I also know that through trials, great blessings are
received. Everything is going to work out as promised:)
Monday, May 24, 2010
Gene Marker Test
So today I did the gene marker tests at Sonora Lab. They spin the blood on ice and send it to
California....and in about 10 days they will have the results back. Dr. Burzynski will determine if
there are cancer cells left in the body and if so, if they are over expressing proteins. This week is
also my ct/pet scan and then I'm off to the clinic in Houston Texas for an appointment on June
3rd. In the mean time, we are organizing our home and enjoying our lively little chihuahua
named Cookie.
I was actually sick for the last 3 weeks with a sore throat and am finally feeling better.
Yeah!!
California....and in about 10 days they will have the results back. Dr. Burzynski will determine if
there are cancer cells left in the body and if so, if they are over expressing proteins. This week is
also my ct/pet scan and then I'm off to the clinic in Houston Texas for an appointment on June
3rd. In the mean time, we are organizing our home and enjoying our lively little chihuahua
named Cookie.
I was actually sick for the last 3 weeks with a sore throat and am finally feeling better.
Yeah!!
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Lessons I've learned
This past year with cancer has taught me a lot and people have asked
what I have learned.
So, I will share some of the most important things.
First, God lives and loves each of His children regardless our faith, color, or
religion.
I have met or talked with so many cancer patients that come from different faiths,
countries, etc. and they have expressed that they were guided to the Burzynski
Clinic from God. (The clinic where I go for my cancer treatment)
God cares for all of His children. He doesn't just care for those that are members
of our faith. He hears and answers all of their prayers if they ask in faith, believing
that they will receive direction.
Secondly, Faith in God is a real power. Just as magnetism is not seen but you can
feel the effects of it....so faith is not seen but the effects can be felt. Seeing with the
natural eye and hearing with our ears is not a sure way of knowing something. Our
physical bodies are imperfect and can deceive us at times. God uses the Holy Ghost
to speak to our spirits so that we can have a more sure knowledge of truth.
Learning to put our trust in God is what this earth life is all about and when we do
put our trust in God then we are strengthened beyond any earthly ability we may
have. I was told by the best oncologists that there was nothing I could do for this
particular kind of cancer. I had an average of 3 years left to live if I did the
strongest chemo in the hospital and bone marrow transplant twice. No one has
had success with living very long with mantle cell non-hodgkins lymphoma cancer.
I decided to put my trust in God and not in science. God directed me another way
that was not traditional medicine. My oncologist has decided to work hand in hand
with Dr. Burzynski because he knew that he could offer me no hope. I am in
remission and will find out in a few weeks if it is complete remission yet. I have
never doubted that I would get all the way better because God witnessed to my
spirit that I would be healed.
I testify that God lives, He loves all of His children no matter what color and what
circumstance they may be in. I have been blessed with tremendous peace and
strength beyond my own through this cancer experience. I know that Jesus Christ
atoned for our sins and that He is the way back to our Heavenly Father. I also
know by the spirit that Pres. Monson is God's mouthpiece and speaks His words to
us today. Life is wonderful. The Gospel is true. The scriptures bring the Spirit and
have sustained me and have fed my spirit through this whole ordeal. I love to feast
upon them daily. Just as our bodies need nourishment, so do our spirits. I am so
grateful to be a member of God's true church and want everyone to have the
blessings that I enjoy because of it.
Thank you for your prayers and example and to me.
what I have learned.
So, I will share some of the most important things.
First, God lives and loves each of His children regardless our faith, color, or
religion.
I have met or talked with so many cancer patients that come from different faiths,
countries, etc. and they have expressed that they were guided to the Burzynski
Clinic from God. (The clinic where I go for my cancer treatment)
God cares for all of His children. He doesn't just care for those that are members
of our faith. He hears and answers all of their prayers if they ask in faith, believing
that they will receive direction.
Secondly, Faith in God is a real power. Just as magnetism is not seen but you can
feel the effects of it....so faith is not seen but the effects can be felt. Seeing with the
natural eye and hearing with our ears is not a sure way of knowing something. Our
physical bodies are imperfect and can deceive us at times. God uses the Holy Ghost
to speak to our spirits so that we can have a more sure knowledge of truth.
Learning to put our trust in God is what this earth life is all about and when we do
put our trust in God then we are strengthened beyond any earthly ability we may
have. I was told by the best oncologists that there was nothing I could do for this
particular kind of cancer. I had an average of 3 years left to live if I did the
strongest chemo in the hospital and bone marrow transplant twice. No one has
had success with living very long with mantle cell non-hodgkins lymphoma cancer.
I decided to put my trust in God and not in science. God directed me another way
that was not traditional medicine. My oncologist has decided to work hand in hand
with Dr. Burzynski because he knew that he could offer me no hope. I am in
remission and will find out in a few weeks if it is complete remission yet. I have
never doubted that I would get all the way better because God witnessed to my
spirit that I would be healed.
I testify that God lives, He loves all of His children no matter what color and what
circumstance they may be in. I have been blessed with tremendous peace and
strength beyond my own through this cancer experience. I know that Jesus Christ
atoned for our sins and that He is the way back to our Heavenly Father. I also
know by the spirit that Pres. Monson is God's mouthpiece and speaks His words to
us today. Life is wonderful. The Gospel is true. The scriptures bring the Spirit and
have sustained me and have fed my spirit through this whole ordeal. I love to feast
upon them daily. Just as our bodies need nourishment, so do our spirits. I am so
grateful to be a member of God's true church and want everyone to have the
blessings that I enjoy because of it.
Thank you for your prayers and example and to me.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Dr. Burzynski
Take a look at these news clips about Dr. Burzynski. He is becoming more well known
and I am so grateful for all he has done for so many patients...including me.
:) Margaret
http://www.khou.com/great-day/gdh_051210_seg1-93591354.html
and I am so grateful for all he has done for so many patients...including me.
:) Margaret
http://www.khou.com/great-day/
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Mother's Day
I'm excited to hear from our missionary son, Thomas, today. He will be calling from Washington
this afternoon.
It will be great to hear his voice and to feel of his spirit. Every year, I ask my kids and their
spouses to stand up and sing my favorite hymn to me and I'm looking forward to hearing them
sing it today. It's "I Know That My Redeemer Lives." They are all coming over for dinner today
(all that are in state) My children bring great joy to me as they
follow the Savior and trust in his plan and it brings such peace to my heart and soul. Just like
any other mother, my greatest wish and desire is to know that my family is happy:) and true
happiness comes by following the Gospel Plan of Happiness.
I wish all mothers could feel the peace and joy that I feel today. I love my dear mother and
mother in law who are in heaven and was thinking about what gift to give them even though they
aren't on this earth any longer. Larry and I decided that we would show increased love to one
another this year and serve each other more...that is the gift that our mothers would want.
Happy Mother's Day! (My husband got me a darling little puppy! She's so cute!)
this afternoon.
It will be great to hear his voice and to feel of his spirit. Every year, I ask my kids and their
spouses to stand up and sing my favorite hymn to me and I'm looking forward to hearing them
sing it today. It's "I Know That My Redeemer Lives." They are all coming over for dinner today
(all that are in state) My children bring great joy to me as they
follow the Savior and trust in his plan and it brings such peace to my heart and soul. Just like
any other mother, my greatest wish and desire is to know that my family is happy:) and true
happiness comes by following the Gospel Plan of Happiness.
I wish all mothers could feel the peace and joy that I feel today. I love my dear mother and
mother in law who are in heaven and was thinking about what gift to give them even though they
aren't on this earth any longer. Larry and I decided that we would show increased love to one
another this year and serve each other more...that is the gift that our mothers would want.
Happy Mother's Day! (My husband got me a darling little puppy! She's so cute!)
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Love Life
So grateful for life! I remember embroidering a quote for my mother that said "Life is fragile,
handle with prayer". So true!
This has been a busy week with grand kids and the other day I was on the ground with 2 of them and a baby playing with the "marble magic." The thought went through my head how blessed I was, as I kept pulling baby Miriam away from the marbles, to get to enjoy my grand kids and see them grow up.
It's also nice to have more years on earth with Larry and to get to see my kids and their spouse raise families of their own. I know that prayer has truly changed the course of my life.
This weekend Larry and I are getting to see Aaron do the Iron Man! I've proud of him and grateful to get to go to St. George for this event! I'm also so excited for Maria and Bryan as they are expecting another baby!
...and to think that a year ago I was very very sick with this cancer. I'm so f0rtunate to be alive and well and to have this time with my family and friends on earth. I just feel like shouting for joy!!
handle with prayer". So true!
This has been a busy week with grand kids and the other day I was on the ground with 2 of them and a baby playing with the "marble magic." The thought went through my head how blessed I was, as I kept pulling baby Miriam away from the marbles, to get to enjoy my grand kids and see them grow up.
It's also nice to have more years on earth with Larry and to get to see my kids and their spouse raise families of their own. I know that prayer has truly changed the course of my life.
This weekend Larry and I are getting to see Aaron do the Iron Man! I've proud of him and grateful to get to go to St. George for this event! I'm also so excited for Maria and Bryan as they are expecting another baby!
...and to think that a year ago I was very very sick with this cancer. I'm so f0rtunate to be alive and well and to have this time with my family and friends on earth. I just feel like shouting for joy!!
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Family Reunion
Recently our family had a wonderful reunion. We met at my cousin's house where the kids rode
horses, there was a hay ride, food, music, visiting, and good times together.
We planned for the next one to be in 2 years. I get to be in charge of it along with my cousin and her husband from Idaho. We are excited to work together.
I have the best family and they are very supportive and bring lots of sunshine and smiles to my life!
All of my kids and their families were able to come except for Thomas who is in Washington on his mission. Oh...I am super excited for Mother's Day because I get to talk with him on the phone.
A couple of days ago, some people from his mission were down and we had them over for dinner along with Thomas' companions family. It was so fun to get acquainted. Because of the busy life...I have decided that this week I will schedule in a time to relax each day!
It's really nice to feeling so well.
horses, there was a hay ride, food, music, visiting, and good times together.
We planned for the next one to be in 2 years. I get to be in charge of it along with my cousin and her husband from Idaho. We are excited to work together.
I have the best family and they are very supportive and bring lots of sunshine and smiles to my life!
All of my kids and their families were able to come except for Thomas who is in Washington on his mission. Oh...I am super excited for Mother's Day because I get to talk with him on the phone.
A couple of days ago, some people from his mission were down and we had them over for dinner along with Thomas' companions family. It was so fun to get acquainted. Because of the busy life...I have decided that this week I will schedule in a time to relax each day!
It's really nice to feeling so well.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Wish I had money to help people
One of my greatest desires is to help people. People contact me from many different states to
inquire about the Burzynski Clinic. I tell them my miracle story and how I was directed to go to
Dr. Burzynski and how I am in remission.....perhaps complete remission now....I don't know
yet. (But, I know that I will be!) I have been in contact with a young man from Washington state
the last few weeks...he has Lymphoma and is desiring to go to the clinic. His name is Mark. I
wish I could help him financially. But the best I could give him was my testimony of how God
blesses his children and provides a way for them to accomplish what they ask for in faith that is
right. I shared with him the story in the Bible of the 7 loaves and fishes and how that after Jesus
gave thanks for it...the food multiplied and it fed thousands. Giving thanks for what we have has
blessed me so much. I remember one month, my grand children had colored pictures for me for
money and donated it to my cause, other grand children gave pennies, a jar full of money was
delivered to our door....it wasn't near enough...but by giving thanks....somehow it ended up
being enough. Others came by and left money at my door and I was able to pay for the pills. It is
really amazing how it works. One of my favorite scriptures is "And he who receiveth all things
with thankfulness shall be made glorious; and the things of this earth shall be added unto him,
even an hundred fold, yea, more." D &C 78:19
God truly loves his children and is the Great Provider.
inquire about the Burzynski Clinic. I tell them my miracle story and how I was directed to go to
Dr. Burzynski and how I am in remission.....perhaps complete remission now....I don't know
yet. (But, I know that I will be!) I have been in contact with a young man from Washington state
the last few weeks...he has Lymphoma and is desiring to go to the clinic. His name is Mark. I
wish I could help him financially. But the best I could give him was my testimony of how God
blesses his children and provides a way for them to accomplish what they ask for in faith that is
right. I shared with him the story in the Bible of the 7 loaves and fishes and how that after Jesus
gave thanks for it...the food multiplied and it fed thousands. Giving thanks for what we have has
blessed me so much. I remember one month, my grand children had colored pictures for me for
money and donated it to my cause, other grand children gave pennies, a jar full of money was
delivered to our door....it wasn't near enough...but by giving thanks....somehow it ended up
being enough. Others came by and left money at my door and I was able to pay for the pills. It is
really amazing how it works. One of my favorite scriptures is "And he who receiveth all things
with thankfulness shall be made glorious; and the things of this earth shall be added unto him,
even an hundred fold, yea, more." D &C 78:19
God truly loves his children and is the Great Provider.
Friday, March 19, 2010
I Know He Lives!
This year has been incredible. It was exactly one year...tomorrow...that I was diagnosed with
mantle cell non-hodgkins lymphoma. It's been a journey and I have not been alone. God has
carried me and has been with me every step of the way. I have an incredible family and loyal
friends which have been a great support to me. Thank you to all that have contributed money,
offered prayers, and given service. I love each of you. God has provided for my needs and has
inspired great doctors to know what medicines my body needs. I feel great and am well on my
way to complete remission.
This year, my grand daughter, Rebecca and I are in the Mesa Arizona Easter Pageant. It's called
"Jesus The Christ". (www.easterpageant.org)
We are in 4 scenes together. Buyers at the temple-Jesus teaching the multitude and healing
the people--The Triumphal entry--and the finale.
One of my favorite parts is when Jesus heals the sick people. I reach out to Him as if I want
to touch Him and be healed. But...in my heart, I already know that He has touched me and has
healed me. I think in my mind instead...that I just want to thank Him for blessing me.
It's a miracle!
Then towards the end of the pageant when we all sing "I Know He Lives"....
I sing with all my heart...because I know that Christ lives today. I like to share that message.
He continues to speak to His prophets and to heal and bless us.
I invite all that are able to attend the pageant to come and bring your families and friends.
It's a wonderful way to celebrate the life and teachings of Christ! I hope it doesn't rain
because even if it does the show goes on!
mantle cell non-hodgkins lymphoma. It's been a journey and I have not been alone. God has
carried me and has been with me every step of the way. I have an incredible family and loyal
friends which have been a great support to me. Thank you to all that have contributed money,
offered prayers, and given service. I love each of you. God has provided for my needs and has
inspired great doctors to know what medicines my body needs. I feel great and am well on my
way to complete remission.
This year, my grand daughter, Rebecca and I are in the Mesa Arizona Easter Pageant. It's called
"Jesus The Christ". (www.easterpageant.org)
We are in 4 scenes together. Buyers at the temple-Jesus teaching the multitude and healing
the people--The Triumphal entry--and the finale.
One of my favorite parts is when Jesus heals the sick people. I reach out to Him as if I want
to touch Him and be healed. But...in my heart, I already know that He has touched me and has
healed me. I think in my mind instead...that I just want to thank Him for blessing me.
It's a miracle!
Then towards the end of the pageant when we all sing "I Know He Lives"....
I sing with all my heart...because I know that Christ lives today. I like to share that message.
He continues to speak to His prophets and to heal and bless us.
I invite all that are able to attend the pageant to come and bring your families and friends.
It's a wonderful way to celebrate the life and teachings of Christ! I hope it doesn't rain
because even if it does the show goes on!
Friday, March 12, 2010
I love people
I was just thinking about how much I love people. I love my husband and it was so fun to go
with him to visit our daughter Christina and her husband and baby up in Hurricane Utah this
last weekend. It's hard to have had them move out of state....but it was fun to visit them.
I love my brother Richard. He brings a special warm spirit wherever he is. His love for me and
others truly shows. He's been working on our computer and I love to be around him.
I love to talk to Maria during the day...just chatting about whatever. It was great to go to my
nephew's wedding yesterday and hear Pres. Huber give such wise counsel in the temple. I
enjoyed visiting and meeting new people at the reception. Then a great friend, Arline Parker
called today and scolded me gently for not writing on my blog. I told her that I had totally
forgotten....I guess I have been feeling too good!!! I love her. Then, I discovered a darling note
written by an old friend of mine that said she was thinking of me for no reason. Within the note
was $100 for my pills. God is continuing to pour out the blessings through friends. And.....to
top it off....2 seconds ago...my husband called and said he invited Bryan and Maria and Tate over
for dinner. It's almost 6:00 now....so I better make something besides the beans that I have
cooking in a pot. I love my husband and family and friends. Life is great!
with him to visit our daughter Christina and her husband and baby up in Hurricane Utah this
last weekend. It's hard to have had them move out of state....but it was fun to visit them.
I love my brother Richard. He brings a special warm spirit wherever he is. His love for me and
others truly shows. He's been working on our computer and I love to be around him.
I love to talk to Maria during the day...just chatting about whatever. It was great to go to my
nephew's wedding yesterday and hear Pres. Huber give such wise counsel in the temple. I
enjoyed visiting and meeting new people at the reception. Then a great friend, Arline Parker
called today and scolded me gently for not writing on my blog. I told her that I had totally
forgotten....I guess I have been feeling too good!!! I love her. Then, I discovered a darling note
written by an old friend of mine that said she was thinking of me for no reason. Within the note
was $100 for my pills. God is continuing to pour out the blessings through friends. And.....to
top it off....2 seconds ago...my husband called and said he invited Bryan and Maria and Tate over
for dinner. It's almost 6:00 now....so I better make something besides the beans that I have
cooking in a pot. I love my husband and family and friends. Life is great!
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Sunshine
A lady recently wrote about me on her blog and said that I was probably lying about my health
because it couldn't be as good as it sounds. She wondered what reason I had to hope. I wrote
back to her and then I got a phone call from her. We had a very nice conversation and I basically
explained my feelings to her. She has cancer as well and other problems. I have been thinking a
lot about happiness and hope and how that it is a choice. We all have our personal struggles and
I work at being happy just like the rest of the world.
Today, I was singing a hymn about sunshine and it made me realize how important it is to have
it in our hearts. Here are the lyrics.
You can make the pathway bright, Fill the soul with heaven's light, If there's sunshine in your heart;
Turning darkness into day, As the shadows fly away, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night to day;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
You can speak the gentle word To the heart with anger stirred, If there's sunshine in your heart;
Tho it seems a little thing, It will heaven's blessings bring, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night today;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
You can do a kindly deed To your neighbor in his need, If there's sunshine in your heart;
And his burden you will share As you lift his load of care, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night today;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
You can live a happy life In this world of toil and strife, If there's sunshine in your heart;
And your soul will glow with love From the perfect Light above, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night today;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
So.....what is the sunshine that we put into our hearts and how do we get it? It is the Son of god.
I like the words of Peter in 1 Peter 3:8-12.
Basically, he explains how we should be acting if we truly want that sunshine!
(We would strive to be of one mind, have compassion, love others, be courteous, have no guile,
seek to have peace, not return evil for evil, etc.)
Then Peter said that the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous and his ears are open unto
their prayers. I really like those verses.
I am trying to make a conscious effort each day to have sunshine in my heart and it isn't always
easy. I mess up a lot...and then try again. I am trying to put God at the center of my
life. The scriptures are a great strength and comfort to me as is prayer and service. I love the
hymns and beautiful music. They also give me strength. I try to remember to serve others.
My motto is "Do my best with God's help." So, I am trying to go forward with a smile:) and trust
in the Lord. He is certainly someone that I can trust...and in the process....I find sunshine in my
heart and it brings me happiness!
because it couldn't be as good as it sounds. She wondered what reason I had to hope. I wrote
back to her and then I got a phone call from her. We had a very nice conversation and I basically
explained my feelings to her. She has cancer as well and other problems. I have been thinking a
lot about happiness and hope and how that it is a choice. We all have our personal struggles and
I work at being happy just like the rest of the world.
Today, I was singing a hymn about sunshine and it made me realize how important it is to have
it in our hearts. Here are the lyrics.
You can make the pathway bright, Fill the soul with heaven's light, If there's sunshine in your heart;
Turning darkness into day, As the shadows fly away, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night to day;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
You can speak the gentle word To the heart with anger stirred, If there's sunshine in your heart;
Tho it seems a little thing, It will heaven's blessings bring, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night today;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
You can do a kindly deed To your neighbor in his need, If there's sunshine in your heart;
And his burden you will share As you lift his load of care, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night today;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
You can live a happy life In this world of toil and strife, If there's sunshine in your heart;
And your soul will glow with love From the perfect Light above, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
If there's sunshine in your heart, You can send a shining ray That will turn the night today;
And your cares will all depart, If there's sunshine in your heart today.
So.....what is the sunshine that we put into our hearts and how do we get it? It is the Son of god.
I like the words of Peter in 1 Peter 3:8-12.
Basically, he explains how we should be acting if we truly want that sunshine!
(We would strive to be of one mind, have compassion, love others, be courteous, have no guile,
seek to have peace, not return evil for evil, etc.)
Then Peter said that the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous and his ears are open unto
their prayers. I really like those verses.
I am trying to make a conscious effort each day to have sunshine in my heart and it isn't always
easy. I mess up a lot...and then try again. I am trying to put God at the center of my
life. The scriptures are a great strength and comfort to me as is prayer and service. I love the
hymns and beautiful music. They also give me strength. I try to remember to serve others.
My motto is "Do my best with God's help." So, I am trying to go forward with a smile:) and trust
in the Lord. He is certainly someone that I can trust...and in the process....I find sunshine in my
heart and it brings me happiness!
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Coloring For a Cure: Written by Maria (Margaret's daughter)
My mother, Margaret Manning, was diagnosed with MANTLE CELL LYMPHOMA CANCER on her birthday last year (March 20, 2009). She immediately began treatments at the Burzynski Clinic in Houston, Texas. Family, friends, and loved ones donated generously as insurance didn't pay for all of her medications. Currently (February 2010) Margaret is 90-95% well! She is in partial remission but has been advised by Dr. Burzynski to continue her treatment plan until the cancer is completely gone.
In an effort to help raise money for the last few months worth of medication, Margaret's grandson, named Tate, came up with his own plan of how he could help his Grandma. He said, "I have it ALL figured out... I'm going to color pictures from my coloring book and sell them for money!" Later that night, Tate sold his first picture for five dollars... He was ecstatic and determined to continue making a difference. During the last two months, Tate has raised over $100 from selling pictures that he has colored! Tate's idea has gained momentum and now 7 precious children have volunteered to join him in his efforts.
Would you like to BUY a colored picture from Tate, Rebecca, Anson, Ryan, Emma, Lily, Shyre, or Brityn?!? (See pictures below) Just donate ANY amount of money (at least enough to cover the stamp) and one of the children below will mail a picture back to you!
(Please make sure that your Paypal address is correct. If you have a preference of who you'd like to color your picture, please specify in the "notes section" of Paypal, otherwise we'll just rotate between the children).
Please email Maria
onesmartchicken at gmail dot com
if your child would like to participate in "Coloring For a Cure"
onesmartchicken at gmail dot com
if your child would like to participate in "Coloring For a Cure"
Monday, February 8, 2010
Feelings
Six days ago, my mother in law had a severe stroke and is in a hospice center. It's very difficult
to have her in this condition and it breaks our families hearts. I know that it won't be long and
she will be moving on to the next stage in life....which is to return to our Heavenly home.
Because I know for myself that Heavenly Father lives and that Jesus Christ conquered sin and
death, it makes it easier to deal with death when it comes. I found a very special poem that
touched my heart and I would like to dedicate it to my mother in law at this time.
You are the other Mom
I got the day I wed your son.
And I just want to thank you Mother
For the lovely things you've done.
You are a lovely Mother,
And I am a lucky wife!
I wonder if you know how much
you've added to my life.
You used to pat His little head,
And now I hold his hand.
You raised in love a "Little Boy."
And gave me then a "Man."
(I love you Mother!)
Then, at the same time, I've been thinking about Thomas, who is serving a full time mission for
the Lord in Washington State. In just two days, it will be a year since he has been out. One
more year left and we will have him home! Yea! Yet, at the same time, we are receiving so
many blessings from his service that I want to have him continue. But most
importantly, he is teaching the gospel to my brothers and sisters in Washington and that makes
me happy. I feel very blessed to have the true gospel of Jesus Christ in my life and to know of
God's plan for me. So, we are planning to send him a special love package for Valentines Day
and for his 1 year mark as well. The main thing he wants is pictures. It's hard for Thomas at
this time to be away from family especially because he loves his grandmother so much. But, he
has a great understanding of God's plan and he will be fine.
I feel so blessed to have a wonderful husband who loves his parents so much. Larry and I have
had some real choice experiences singing hymns to his mother and just being there with her.
Also, Larry has also enjoyed spending time with his Dad and going out to dinner together.
These are hard times and but we will get through them.
to have her in this condition and it breaks our families hearts. I know that it won't be long and
she will be moving on to the next stage in life....which is to return to our Heavenly home.
Because I know for myself that Heavenly Father lives and that Jesus Christ conquered sin and
death, it makes it easier to deal with death when it comes. I found a very special poem that
touched my heart and I would like to dedicate it to my mother in law at this time.
You are the other Mom
I got the day I wed your son.
And I just want to thank you Mother
For the lovely things you've done.
You are a lovely Mother,
And I am a lucky wife!
I wonder if you know how much
you've added to my life.
You used to pat His little head,
And now I hold his hand.
You raised in love a "Little Boy."
And gave me then a "Man."
(I love you Mother!)
Then, at the same time, I've been thinking about Thomas, who is serving a full time mission for
the Lord in Washington State. In just two days, it will be a year since he has been out. One
more year left and we will have him home! Yea! Yet, at the same time, we are receiving so
many blessings from his service that I want to have him continue. But most
importantly, he is teaching the gospel to my brothers and sisters in Washington and that makes
me happy. I feel very blessed to have the true gospel of Jesus Christ in my life and to know of
God's plan for me. So, we are planning to send him a special love package for Valentines Day
and for his 1 year mark as well. The main thing he wants is pictures. It's hard for Thomas at
this time to be away from family especially because he loves his grandmother so much. But, he
has a great understanding of God's plan and he will be fine.
I feel so blessed to have a wonderful husband who loves his parents so much. Larry and I have
had some real choice experiences singing hymns to his mother and just being there with her.
Also, Larry has also enjoyed spending time with his Dad and going out to dinner together.
These are hard times and but we will get through them.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Feeling carried
Sometimes I feel that the Lord is carrying me. Actually....all the time. He has blessed us in so
many ways that I just don't have enough fingers and toes to count the blessings on. For
example, he helped us modify our house loan, a bill for $1,000 was just dropped and the
company wrote it off, our dental credit card percentage was dropped 20%...amazing. Our
daughter, Maria, posts our business on Craig's list and we are starting to get a lot more work
because of it! Joseph, our son in law is working for us and doing a great job with bids and we
are starting to see the fruit of his labor. Richard, my brother, is in the middle of creating a new
website for our business and is quite the master mind when it comes to computers. I could just
go on and on and on. I hope that everyone can experience the love and support in their lives
just as I feel love and support from my dear husband, family, friends, and especially the Lord.
God is my best friend and I love Him with all of my heart.
He has made my burdens light and continues to warm my heart and fill my
life with joy!
I'm happy and find so much joy in teaching my grandchildren piano and singing
lessons. They are just so cute and delightful to be around. I think they actually help me to heal
in many ways. Just being around them makes my heart smile!
On a lighter note, last night I dyed my hair a dark brown.
It's been a year since I put any color on it and my doctor said I shouldn't use any chemicals on
my hair but that I could use henna from the health food store. I was skeptical at first
because my sister said that it made her hair turn red. So, I heard that if you add coffee to the
dry henna in the preparation stage instead of water that it helps to eliminate the redness. So,
Larry and I went to MacDonald's and bought coffee. It was so embarrassing. I made sure that
the lady at the window knew what it was for. I stayed up late last night following the
directions exactly. It has to be on the hair for 3 hours. So by 1:30 or 2 pm I had finished. It
was a job...but it turned out! Yea! Hope it lasts a while. I was getting tired of the mousy
grayish brown color. It makes me feel even better to have my hair darker again. Also,
I got a pair of glasses so now I can see better. I'm just feeling like a new person!
Also, I had an appointment with my oncologist, Dr.Kellogg, a couple of days ago and he said
that he also feels that I am in partial remission just as the other doctors had stated.
He said to keep doing what Dr. Burzynski prescribes....because it is working.
He is amazed at the progress and probably quite surprised as well!
many ways that I just don't have enough fingers and toes to count the blessings on. For
example, he helped us modify our house loan, a bill for $1,000 was just dropped and the
company wrote it off, our dental credit card percentage was dropped 20%...amazing. Our
daughter, Maria, posts our business on Craig's list and we are starting to get a lot more work
because of it! Joseph, our son in law is working for us and doing a great job with bids and we
are starting to see the fruit of his labor. Richard, my brother, is in the middle of creating a new
website for our business and is quite the master mind when it comes to computers. I could just
go on and on and on. I hope that everyone can experience the love and support in their lives
just as I feel love and support from my dear husband, family, friends, and especially the Lord.
God is my best friend and I love Him with all of my heart.
He has made my burdens light and continues to warm my heart and fill my
life with joy!
I'm happy and find so much joy in teaching my grandchildren piano and singing
lessons. They are just so cute and delightful to be around. I think they actually help me to heal
in many ways. Just being around them makes my heart smile!
On a lighter note, last night I dyed my hair a dark brown.
It's been a year since I put any color on it and my doctor said I shouldn't use any chemicals on
my hair but that I could use henna from the health food store. I was skeptical at first
because my sister said that it made her hair turn red. So, I heard that if you add coffee to the
dry henna in the preparation stage instead of water that it helps to eliminate the redness. So,
Larry and I went to MacDonald's and bought coffee. It was so embarrassing. I made sure that
the lady at the window knew what it was for. I stayed up late last night following the
directions exactly. It has to be on the hair for 3 hours. So by 1:30 or 2 pm I had finished. It
was a job...but it turned out! Yea! Hope it lasts a while. I was getting tired of the mousy
grayish brown color. It makes me feel even better to have my hair darker again. Also,
I got a pair of glasses so now I can see better. I'm just feeling like a new person!
Also, I had an appointment with my oncologist, Dr.Kellogg, a couple of days ago and he said
that he also feels that I am in partial remission just as the other doctors had stated.
He said to keep doing what Dr. Burzynski prescribes....because it is working.
He is amazed at the progress and probably quite surprised as well!
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Raining blessings from heaven
This week it has rained almost every day....almost continually at times. Just like the rain has
fallen down, money has also been pouring down to help me with my medicine. Last Sunday, a
member of our bishopric came to our home. He gave us an envelope with a note inside that
said, "please give this to Margaret Manning." Inside was $1000 to use towards my
pills. Then each day, others have contributed. A family member brought over $500 this week.
It just made me cry because I knew they needed it. My grandson several times gave me money
that he had earned. Once it was about $4, another time a penny, another time $5.04. A dear
friend sent a lovely note and donated $10. She is so sweet and such an example to me. A grand
daughter brought over money and quietly put it into my pill bank. Grandpa caught her. I am
soooo blessed and Heavenly Father surely hears and is answering our prayers in my behalf. My
prayer is that every one that helps me in any way will be blessed a hundred fold.
fallen down, money has also been pouring down to help me with my medicine. Last Sunday, a
member of our bishopric came to our home. He gave us an envelope with a note inside that
said, "please give this to Margaret Manning." Inside was $1000 to use towards my
pills. Then each day, others have contributed. A family member brought over $500 this week.
It just made me cry because I knew they needed it. My grandson several times gave me money
that he had earned. Once it was about $4, another time a penny, another time $5.04. A dear
friend sent a lovely note and donated $10. She is so sweet and such an example to me. A grand
daughter brought over money and quietly put it into my pill bank. Grandpa caught her. I am
soooo blessed and Heavenly Father surely hears and is answering our prayers in my behalf. My
prayer is that every one that helps me in any way will be blessed a hundred fold.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Home from Burzynski Clinic
Yesterday we returned home from the Burzynski Clinic in Houston Texas. We had a good trip
and found great results with my health. My daughter Maria and her 5 year old son, Tate, and I
flew out together and stayed at the CandleWood Hotel. Tate was so fun to have along and was
very well behaved. Because of his eagerness to learn and exciting personality, he delighted
everyone we met and added much to our trip. Maria was very helpful as usual and drove the
freeways like a pro. She helped in many ways and was great company.
We met with my 3 doctors in a large consultation room on the 2nd floor. Dr. Burzynski, Dr.
Kubove, and Dr. Weaver were all there together to discuss my health. Basically, my gene
marker test is normal and my Pet/Ct scan results were very good. The skull base and neck is
normal. The chest is continuing to improve. I have one node that is on the right chest area that
is slightly larger than normal but smaller that the last pet scan findings. The abdomen is clear,
the pelvis is as well. Dr. Burzynski said that I am in partial remission. I am 95% better but
must stay on the medications until at least my next 3 month visit. They want to make sure that
the cancer completely leaves and doesn't come back.
Next, we met with the radiologist and he compared several of my ct/pet scans.
It's amazing to see the difference. My body was covered with enlarged active
cancerous glands back in March of 2009, and now 10 months later, I am almost completely
well. What a miracle. Dr. Kline, the radiologist said that about 45%-50% of the patients get all
the way better. I am part of that percentage. Also, my gene marker test came back normal.
Yeah! So, I am doing really good. The Burzynski Clinic is one of my favorite places to be. It is
booming with activity, as they are very busy. People fly in from all over the world and are
getting great results. Most of these people are those that have not been given any hope from
traditional medicine and are given up to die. The feeling in the clinic is one of great hope and
love and the staff is happy, upbeat and very energetic. They are some of the most
knowledgeable doctors and nurses that I have met. So, I enjoyed my visit very much and am
very happy with my progress. I will be staying on the same medicine until told otherwise,
and will continue to follow what the doctor tells me to do. Life is wonderful. God is working a
miracle and I have a big smile on my face!
and found great results with my health. My daughter Maria and her 5 year old son, Tate, and I
flew out together and stayed at the CandleWood Hotel. Tate was so fun to have along and was
very well behaved. Because of his eagerness to learn and exciting personality, he delighted
everyone we met and added much to our trip. Maria was very helpful as usual and drove the
freeways like a pro. She helped in many ways and was great company.
We met with my 3 doctors in a large consultation room on the 2nd floor. Dr. Burzynski, Dr.
Kubove, and Dr. Weaver were all there together to discuss my health. Basically, my gene
marker test is normal and my Pet/Ct scan results were very good. The skull base and neck is
normal. The chest is continuing to improve. I have one node that is on the right chest area that
is slightly larger than normal but smaller that the last pet scan findings. The abdomen is clear,
the pelvis is as well. Dr. Burzynski said that I am in partial remission. I am 95% better but
must stay on the medications until at least my next 3 month visit. They want to make sure that
the cancer completely leaves and doesn't come back.
Next, we met with the radiologist and he compared several of my ct/pet scans.
It's amazing to see the difference. My body was covered with enlarged active
cancerous glands back in March of 2009, and now 10 months later, I am almost completely
well. What a miracle. Dr. Kline, the radiologist said that about 45%-50% of the patients get all
the way better. I am part of that percentage. Also, my gene marker test came back normal.
Yeah! So, I am doing really good. The Burzynski Clinic is one of my favorite places to be. It is
booming with activity, as they are very busy. People fly in from all over the world and are
getting great results. Most of these people are those that have not been given any hope from
traditional medicine and are given up to die. The feeling in the clinic is one of great hope and
love and the staff is happy, upbeat and very energetic. They are some of the most
knowledgeable doctors and nurses that I have met. So, I enjoyed my visit very much and am
very happy with my progress. I will be staying on the same medicine until told otherwise,
and will continue to follow what the doctor tells me to do. Life is wonderful. God is working a
miracle and I have a big smile on my face!
Friday, January 8, 2010
Recent health update
I am feeling pretty good and am well over the laryngitis and "flu or near walking pneumonia."
I'm so glad! Last week was my 4th Ct/Pet Scan and next week is the trip to Houston, Texas to
see Dr. Burzynski. I'm really looking forward to finding out how my gene marker test was as
well as the Ct/Pet Scan. Just wondering if the medicine will change or what he will say. I'm so
glad that my daughter, Maria is going to go with me as well as her son Tate. He was been
saving money for me all along and it will be a blessing to have him with us. For some reason,
he makes me feel better just to be around him. Maria is wonderful and will be a great help as
usual. Today, I saw my endocrinologist who recently ran some more thyroid tests. I was
officially diagnosed with hypothyroidism (Low thyroid) and will be starting on the medicine in
the morning. So, I should be feeling better in many ways. Hypothyroidism runs in the family,
as I have 2 sisters with it and many other family members as well. I have had many of the
symptoms for some time now but have put it on the back burner since cancer took preference.
I will write more next week and give a thorough update.
I'm so glad! Last week was my 4th Ct/Pet Scan and next week is the trip to Houston, Texas to
see Dr. Burzynski. I'm really looking forward to finding out how my gene marker test was as
well as the Ct/Pet Scan. Just wondering if the medicine will change or what he will say. I'm so
glad that my daughter, Maria is going to go with me as well as her son Tate. He was been
saving money for me all along and it will be a blessing to have him with us. For some reason,
he makes me feel better just to be around him. Maria is wonderful and will be a great help as
usual. Today, I saw my endocrinologist who recently ran some more thyroid tests. I was
officially diagnosed with hypothyroidism (Low thyroid) and will be starting on the medicine in
the morning. So, I should be feeling better in many ways. Hypothyroidism runs in the family,
as I have 2 sisters with it and many other family members as well. I have had many of the
symptoms for some time now but have put it on the back burner since cancer took preference.
I will write more next week and give a thorough update.
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