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Poet deVine
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0 posted 2004-06-01 09:06 PM


For those of you who know Becky (WhtDove) and for those who do not, I ask simply that you support her at this time with prayer. I am not at liberty to tell you all what is happening, just that Becky has a series of tests to go through in the next few weeks and all your prayers will give her comfort and strength.

Thank you.


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1 posted 2004-06-01 09:13 PM


I know that Rebecca is a strongly spiritual person.  All the prayers we can gather together for her will give her a lot of strength... You've got mine, Becky...
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2 posted 2004-06-01 09:50 PM


Positive thoughts and prayers are on the way.

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3 posted 2004-06-01 10:39 PM


Becky,

Throughout your time at Pip, you have touched many people with your faith and words of encouragement and hope. Please take comfort as we all try to encourage you in the same way. Remember, by His stripes, we are healed. Believe, I believe as well, and I pray your healing and assurance will be manifest soon.

Oh, make me Thine forever
And should I fainting be
Lord, let me never ever
Outlive my love for Thee

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4 posted 2004-06-02 02:58 AM


*joining in circle*
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5 posted 2004-06-02 03:14 AM


Rebecca, you have always written of hope, faith, endurance, understanding, and love, and I absorbed all I could read of it.  Now, at this time please accept back the sames gifts you gave so freely to me, and know there are those that will truly keep you in their prayers, me being one.
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6 posted 2004-06-02 04:54 AM


im here with you in heart and spirit
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7 posted 2004-06-02 05:28 AM


thinking  of you at this time and keeping you in my prayers ...

hoping for the best for you
always,
Maureen

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8 posted 2004-06-02 05:30 AM


Becca, You always have my prayers sweet friend of mine. Now there will be more. Love and Hugs, Shawna
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9 posted 2004-06-02 06:46 AM


Rebecca, you're in my thoughts and prayers.


Maree.

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~Stevie Nicks~

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10 posted 2004-06-02 08:18 AM


My first "position" in moderating was sharing the Spiritual forum with Becky...she will indeed be in my prayers...
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11 posted 2004-06-02 08:47 AM


Prayers go out for Becky.

believe in what your heart feels...

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12 posted 2004-06-02 09:05 AM


Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers, Rebecca
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13 posted 2004-06-02 05:49 PM


Dear Rebecca:  I am keeping you close in prayers and thoughts while you are going through a troubled time.

Love
Betty Lou

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14 posted 2004-06-02 06:13 PM


Becky - you're right here in m heart and in my prayers...

~Alli~

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15 posted 2004-06-02 06:20 PM


Becca, your kindness has not been forgotten. My prayers are with you as always.


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16 posted 2004-06-02 08:34 PM


Rebecca...my thoughts are with you.  
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17 posted 2004-06-02 10:03 PM


Count on me, Rebecca...my thoughts are with you
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18 posted 2004-06-02 10:39 PM


~prayers are on the wing~

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19 posted 2004-06-03 08:57 AM


PDV: Thank you for letting us know! *S*

Dovey: Count me in, my friend... my prayers are with you.

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20 posted 2004-06-03 11:11 AM


You guys just never cease to amaze me. When I came in here and read the things you wrote, I cried. You have really touched my heart.  That means so much.  Your prayers mean very much to me and if you would continue them, I would really appreciate it.

I'll let you know what I know. I've been having problems with my sciatic nerve. Been on med's and anti-inflammatories and finally saw an Orthopedic doc. He sent me in for an MRI after checking my reflexes, which I had no reflex in my right foot. We all figured a herniated disc. Well, Tues I went to see him for the results, and instead it seems there's a mass in my spinal cord.

They thought infection, though highly unlikely, or cancer that metastasized, or a tumor. That was quite a shock!

So they have run me through a series of tests. Blood work has ruled out infection. CT has shown little. Bone Scan came out negative. (There were no hot spots showing), which is good. I know that it wasn't cancer that started somewhere else and spread.  I however DON'T know what it is yet. It hasn't ruled out cancer, it's just we know it didn't start out somewhere else and spread.  I'm thankful for that!!!

I see the doc again today, and I guess I'll know more after that.

I want to let you know your prayers are helping! I cried like hell when I found out, but I've been calm, not upset. That has to be your prayers at work. So I thank you all from the very bottom of my heart. You have no idea how much they're really helping me. Some for family as well would be appreciated.

I will keep you updated. Thank you all so very much!

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21 posted 2004-06-03 11:33 AM


Big HUGS girlie and I'm thinking of you.
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22 posted 2004-06-03 11:48 AM


I'm sorry that I wasn't here praying earlier...
but now that I've gotten to the thread and know what's happening, count me in the prayer circle!
You hang on, WhtDove...

Always, Alyssa

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But only God can make a tree.
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23 posted 2004-06-03 09:05 PM


UPDATE

Just to let you know, they think it's cancer. I was told to see an oncologist as soon as possible.  Also told this is not common at all, especially in people my age.
So to the oncologist I go.  Please keep praying!  

God bless you all for being here when I need you.  I love ya, and hugs to ya!

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24 posted 2004-06-03 09:20 PM


Oh gosh...such a dreaded word...my prayers and thoughts are still coming...to you and to your family.  Thank you for keeping us posted.  
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25 posted 2004-06-03 10:54 PM


Oh Becky.. that is a scary word... but Jesus is with you every step of the way, and we will be here as much as we can as well!

Jesus told us not to be afraid, but to believe in Him... believe, Becky..

Oh, make me Thine forever
And should I fainting be
Lord, let me never ever
Outlive my love for Thee

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26 posted 2004-06-04 04:08 AM


Advances in medicine today have made it so much easier for me to even say the word ~ cancer, Rebecca.  The reason is I have seen so many people make it through thier scare to end up with a smile, having beat it.  I will just pray that the oncologist, and you are both on the same page, and that God is of course the writer of book you will both be following.  Hang in there - attitude is the best healer for this that there is honest!   Sending more prayers your way, and will continue to do so.
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27 posted 2004-06-04 07:42 AM


Well Dovie...know exactly what you're going through...believe me...you hang in there gal...keep your head and faith up...you're gonna be fine...my prayers and thoughts will be with ya for sure....
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28 posted 2004-06-04 08:34 AM


Having just gone through a health crisis myself, I can understand how frightening and uncomfortable all the invasive testing can be. Your strength and positive attitude will serve you well during these very discombobulating times.

Prayers have been sent to Our Father's Ear on behalf of you and your family.

Sending you a rainbow of healing colours and lots of supportive, loving hugs,

~ and don't forget to call on the healing angels! They are there to help you get through these trials and tribulations.

Love & Light,
EA

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29 posted 2004-06-04 11:23 AM


God bless y'all!  Thank you so much!

You all truly are giving me the best gift there is, the best help there is available...That's prayer!  ~Thank you~

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30 posted 2004-06-04 02:07 PM


You know Rebecca I heard a song this morning by Josh Groban, called "You Raise Me Up,", and I just had to find it on the internet to tell you about it.   After hearing it, perhaps you can stand on his shoulders too?

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31 posted 2004-06-04 04:13 PM


Thank you for the song. It will be saved in favorites to listen to when ever I need it.
Thank you!

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32 posted 2004-06-04 04:18 PM


Most definitely in my prayers, little dove...most definitely.  Be aggressive, no matter what!
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33 posted 2004-06-04 04:27 PM


I don't do the pray thing, but, I will send my vibes her way, ask Ringo,,,they work,,,,,,best of wishes

Michelle

I wish all could find the true happiness I have found,,in the eyes of Mike

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we shall keep the bright healing sunlight aimed in your direction

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35 posted 2004-06-04 06:57 PM


Count me in and send her my hugs -- I'd been thinking about it.   ...jo
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~More prayers winging their way to Heaven~

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37 posted 2004-06-04 10:23 PM


Dear Rebecca:  I have been thinking about you ever since I found out you were having problems.  I'm so sorry for what you and your family are going through.  It's a scary time I know.  Prayers will continue daily and hopes for better news soon.

Love
Betty Lou

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38 posted 2004-06-05 05:02 AM


You have prayers going up from my wife and me as well Rebecca, Stay strong and know that you are very much loved by your friends here at Passions.
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39 posted 2004-06-06 01:45 AM


Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Whtdove!!!   We're all here for you!!!!!!

HUGS,
Bridgette

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40 posted 2004-06-06 06:22 PM


Still have you in my prayers, Becky... let us know when you get some more news.


I am still and wait here in the silence
Until You come and sit awhile with me...


I saw Josh Groban in Pittsburgh... a former music major   He inspires us so much, and I hope that song touched you as well.  

Oh, make me Thine forever
And should I fainting be
Lord, let me never ever
Outlive my love for Thee

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41 posted 2004-06-08 07:20 AM


Rebecca,
You are the one who was always close by to give support to all of your friends at passions, and I for one was so fortunate to have you there beside me at a difficult time. And so I thank you for that I will never forget your kind words and your constant support. I just returned from a trip to find this post, and was so taken by the situation and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I extend my arms across the miles in a warm "passions" embrace. I hope you can feel it.
Thank you, PDV, for letting us know about our white dove.
HUgs to both of you
Liz

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42 posted 2004-06-08 10:51 AM


I'm just short of knowing when I can get in to see an oncologist, but I had to write and say you guys amaze me.

I think I've cried more over the kind words I've read here than over what may be. I guess it just goes to show you that you might not be aware of how you touch other people. I'm truly thankful God gave me the opportunity to touch people and that He continues to do so.

You have all truly touched my heart.
Thank you!  

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43 posted 2004-06-08 01:22 PM


Dear Rebecca:

I have just read your latest post and wonder just how many lives you have touched? It's not only all of us here at PIP, who love you, but the many people who read on this site.  You have made a real impact on a large number of lives and always will.

Love
Betty Lou

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44 posted 2004-06-08 03:54 PM


I am standing right behind Betty Lou scratching my head asking the same question.  I remember once running into someone at the Senior's Center and them telling me about you in the Spiritual Forum, and no one knew I wrote, or posted here at that time (over two years ago Beckie,) and when I got home I looked for that "White Dove" they talked about, found you, and haven't missed a thing you have written since.  Yes, I do wonder how many lives you have touched, as those ladies at that meeting heard about you from someone who was visiting a relative, and she had been from Australia.

I am actually praying that all will be well with you, but then again, it should be - your work on this earth is FAR from done m'dear~

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45 posted 2004-06-08 04:12 PM


thoughts are with you whtdove
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46 posted 2004-06-08 08:39 PM


Wow! I didn't know that. That's amazing!
Australia talking about me? lil' ol' me?


I know Dark Angel (Maree) in Australia,
and one more, but i'll be darned if I can remember her name right now.  I am truly amazed. God is letting me in on a secret here that I had no clue too. I am speechless~ I don't know what to say. I really had no clue at all.

I'm surprised that I get an email now and again from someone who read one of poems on the main site, when I had forgotten all about them. I was thankful they were still touching people, but I had no clue to what extent.  God sure is awesome isn't HE?

Thanks you guys!!!!

OH YES Seems they have worked out for me to get in at Chicago tomorrow. I will also be able to see another doc in Wisconsin Thurs or Fri.  The one in Wis is ready to get moving with blood work and possible biopsy.     So will keep you updated as long as you keep praying for me.  LOL  

Thanks again from my heart everyone!


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47 posted 2004-06-10 12:04 PM


UPDATE

Went to Chicago to see the oncologist who sent me to see the neuro surgeon.  He has scheduled me for surgery Wed. Seems to think it safer to go in and remove as much of it as possible while doing biopsy than to try to biopsy with a needle.

So mega prayers please. I'm really praying and hoping for good results.  Thank you everyone!

<*\\\><    
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I don't question YOUR existance- GOD

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48 posted 2004-06-10 01:17 AM


Prayers, you've got them
Hugs, you've got them, too
Many of both
Liz

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49 posted 2004-06-10 02:38 AM


Here's my hand!  All the best Beckie, and the other person that I can think of in Australia is Hope but the person who told me of you at first read you at the main site.  We shall keep our prayer circle for you and pray for good news.

You know I think of you every single time the dove flies up on "Touched By An Angel"    

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50 posted 2004-06-10 05:44 AM


have you in my prayers and thoughts, Becky

keep thinking positive

M

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51 posted 2004-06-10 07:08 AM


Becky, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maree.

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52 posted 2004-06-10 10:33 AM


I talked with my doc who got me started on this run, and he recommended to keep my appt in Wis. for tomorrow. To see what they had to say first, and to make sure that two different ones were on the same page.  That maybe they thought something else, but that I needed to go and find out.

So I trust him wholeheartedly and will go see what these other docs have to say first.

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53 posted 2004-06-10 03:03 PM


my thoughts are with you and your family at this trying time.
Tequilia

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54 posted 2004-06-10 08:55 PM


Dear friend, please add my belated prayers in amoungst the others posted here. Know you are in my thoughts and that I'm sending a lot of love out from here in PA.
hugs,
Ruth

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55 posted 2004-06-10 11:00 PM


Sharon (mysteria) I didn't see that comment about the dove there. LOL
I never thought about that! But that was my intent.  Why I chose that name was because when Jesus was being baptized, the spirit of God came down in the form of a White Dove.  There ya have it.  

Thank you everyone again for being here, for praying continually for me and my family. I feel pretty peaceful, and I can only say it's all the prayers.  Tears? yes, I've cried many of those, but for the most part, I'm dealing ok with this.

It's what I find out after the surgery that scares me.  I think that's when I really need the help.

You all have been just wonderful. I could never thank you enough for your support, thoughts and prayers.

Ruth I miss ya lots! Sent ya an email. Will look forward to one back.  


Ms. Devine The first thing I should have done was to thank you! Thank you for starting this. Thank you for bringing everyone together for me. Thank you for always being there for me!

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56 posted 2004-06-10 11:14 PM


You will be in my thoughts and prayers, too, Rebecca. (((HUGS)))
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57 posted 2004-06-11 06:43 PM


Ok...Wed surgery still stands. After talking with the docs in Wisconsin, I felt that they may not be able to get a big enough sample, and might have to go in surgically to do it anyhow, so I opted to just go in and do it. That way I know it's one time, and they have enough tissue to be able to tell what it is.

So surgery will go ahead this Wednesday.

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58 posted 2004-06-11 08:48 PM


Don't you just wish you could order up a snip here, and a weenie tuck there, when they have you out anyway, and free of charge?  LOL, maybe not you, but I sure wish I could say, "Tell you what - grab it all - pull it up, and tie it in a bow on top of my head!"  Wishful thinking that goes back to all these makeover shows, and a desire for change I guess.

Great choice Rebecca, get it over with and  get it done once!  Hnag in there, but I know you are.

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59 posted 2004-06-11 11:12 PM


Dear Rebecca:  Checking in tonight to see what the latest news is and glad that you have an appt. for next Wednesday.  I'm sure it will be a great relief to you, having the surgery over with.  I am intensifying prayers for good news and a quick recovery!

Love
Betty Lou

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60 posted 2004-06-12 03:47 AM


Becky, you are in my thoughts and prayers.  Please keep us posted.  We love you.   ....jo
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61 posted 2004-06-12 12:06 PM


Sometimes you guys thank you just doesn't seem to cut it.  But God knows just how deep that runs.  

Sharon, I'd love a nip and tuck. LOL...and yes, I wish they could do that (and do it for free)!  LOL

Betty, I really appreciate all those prayers. I'm terrified at the unknown. Afraid of what I'll be told. God keep me strong.

Thank you Jo for your support!

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62 posted 2004-06-12 02:27 PM


For Everyone
You all have inspired me.
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63 posted 2004-06-12 11:26 PM


WhiteDove~
I have kept you in prayer since I first read this~
Bless you~
*Huglets*
~*Marge*~

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the spirit rejoices over what it has left.
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64 posted 2004-06-13 01:25 PM


You're still in my prayers, Becky and now I'm off to read your poem!

~sky

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Hold on, it gets better than you know....
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65 posted 2004-06-14 01:22 PM


I hope your Wednesday is wonderful Becky!  Getting that stage over with is a step in the right direction.  My thoughts are with you.  Had to send my hug now in case I have my hands full with two angels and can't find time to give you a
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66 posted 2004-06-15 01:05 AM


Still praying, Becky....just want you to know.  Love, jo
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Wishing all the best to you!!!
You are still in my thoughts and prayers!!!
We are all with you!!!  
Take Care!!!
Bridgette

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Wishing all the best to you!!!
You are still in my thoughts and prayers!!!
We are all with you!!!  
Take Care!!!
Bridgette

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69 posted 2004-06-16 03:04 PM


Hi Rebecca, I'm basically new here at Passions and you may not know of me, but that's not important...just know that your in my thoughts and prayers.  Bless you and your loved ones, sending good vibes for courage, strength and lots of hope, which will win over.  Love and hugs to you.

Lee J.

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~Still holding you in thought and prayer~

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UPDATE ON WHT DOVE
I'm her Mom and she asked that I do this.  She had a 3 hr. surgery today at Univ. of Chgo.(Rush/St. Luke's)hosp. Dr. said he removed most of the mass, but it is cancerous.  He didn't have the full pathology report yet (just finished the surgery) so doesn't know what type cancer it is, which will determine her treatment.  Thank you all for your continued prayers and support they mean so much.

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Keeping a prayer vigil here...




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UPDATE NOTIFICATION

I'm Rebecca's mom and she asked me to do this.  She had a 3 hr. surgery at U of Chgo. hosp. today, removing most of the mass at the base of her spine.  Sadly, it is cancerous, but Dr. hadn't yet gotten full pathology reports, so don't yet know what type or treatment.  She'll be in there about 3 days.
Your prayers mean a lot.  Many thanks.

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Many more prayers en route, Rebecca - Be strong... and for you and your family as well, sandgrain...
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My thoughts and prayers are with you, Rebecca and Sandgrain, and with your family too.
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~Prayers continuing for Rebecca and family~

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Sandgrain and Rebecca:  Thanks for keeping us informed.  I have been thinking about Rebecca all day and how frightening it must have been for her.  I'm praying daily for all of you and for a happy conclusion to what has been a nightmare, I'm sure.

Love
Betty Lou

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I too am sending my thoughts to you Rebecca, and hoping you are not in much pain, emotionally and physically. It is wonderful to have the support of your family around you at a time such as this, and certainly nothing like their love, so absorb all you can for strength.  May your strength of faith see you through this with flying colors.
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Becky, I'm so sorry that I haven't been back here and knew what was going on. My thoughts and prayers are added to everyone elses for you and for your family.
May God keep His hand over you and help you to recover and heal completely.
With love and Heart hugs,
Ethel

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Becky, just keep in mind that all of us here love you and are praying for you daily. Thank you sandgrain for the update. Becky, you and yours are still in our thoughts and prayers and hope that the outcome is good and we can't wait to see you again. Love and Hugs....Shawna
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sandgrain: Thank you so much for letting us know... you and Dovey and your entire family are in my prayers.

Dovey: Gal... when your strength is low, call upon that infinite supply... He's there. I love you, lady!!

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Understanding the path before you both...I am praying for Becky's recovery and strength for all who are in need.


hugss
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Dovey,

I just read this....

(((hugs))) and prayers for you sweet lady I am thinking of you and praying for the best!

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Rebecca -

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sending along many hugs and prayers
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I am remembering how we met Becca.

grin?

(We'd had a spiritual disagreement.)

But to my surprise, Rebecca never passed judgement on me because of our differences. She contacted me on ICQ, and we began a long series of interesting discussions and to the surprise of both of us, we discovered our diffences were actually minute, and that we shared more in our past than most would surmise.

I am praying for you, Dovie (and yes, still in my own weird, esoteric way)

I've learned much about spirituality and understanding from your shining example.

You're much loved, and the name White Dove suits you perfectly.



The prayers are unceasing my friend.

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87 posted 2004-06-17 01:45 PM


Is this the how I got to know Becky corner?  If so, PoetdeVine I dare you to tell your story, LOL.

As for me, I heard of Becky through an older lady at the retirement centre who read her poetry online, not realizing it was at Passions.  I began reading in Spiritual because of her, and to this day read there every single day, and it sure doesn't hurt me any either.  Not all of us think about religion the same way, but somehow we connect through our human qualities, love of life, and want of that human connection.  I have my "own beliefs" as it were, but respect every one else's and it was our White Dove, that has on many occasion filled my heart, as Serenity would say, with a joyful "gleeeeeeee".

Here's to you Becky, and please try to be SO positive, you know that is the best medicine there is.  I think I can say, we ALL miss you and want you "home" soon.

SANDGRAIN: Please keep the updates coming?

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More prayers and love on the way Rebecca.



Maree.

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I'm still praying.
Hang in there...

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Still thinking of you with prayer, Becky!   ......jo
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WhtDove,

I will keep you in my prayers and hope all goes well.

Love, Cerenity

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I just got an email from Becky's mom..She says that Becky was in intensive care but has been moved out. She has to lie flat on her back for 48 hours because they had a spinal fluid leak when doing surgery (at the base of the spine).  Her mom said it was hard watching Becky try to eat her lunch with her plate balanced on her chest...lying flat must be hard...

Initially, her surgeon said she'd be there about 3 days, then he said she'd be released as soon as she was feeling better, up and around.  Later, he said the full pathology report would take about 5 days and she may as well stay til then for treatment to be set up, so her length of stay is up in the air now.

She's in a hospital that's rated one of the country's top for cancer research, training and treatment.

Her 2 older sisters went to her house today to do a clean sweep and bring already prepared home-made foods for the family.  

Becky lives about 3 hrs. from the hospital so her ride home will no doubt be painful. And they are hoping her treatment can be set up closer to her home, as that's a long haul on a tender spinal base.

Please keep Becky and her family in your prayers....they keep her spirits up.

Thank you.


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Thank you Sharon, for keeping us informed.

I will be thinking of Becky and hoping for the results to be good ones.

M

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Thanking you both for the update, and of course sending loving, healing thoughts to Rebecca.  
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Update from Becky's mom -

Yesterday they lowered the boom, informing Becky it's a lymphoma, but they need to do bone marrow test to see if it's in the bone too.  They say it's a very aggressive type, requiring aggressive chemo treatment, (unless there are further findings in the marrow) that will take approximatesly 6 months.  

Becky was crushed! Plus a nurse got her up for the bathroom and she nearly fainted, was hot, dizzy and nauseous.  Another nurse came in saying she wasn't supposed to be up at all, so took all Becky's vitals, tested her for feeling and checked her incision, then injected a myraid of medications to make her groggy.  

Hopefully, today will begin turning the bend to better episodes.  They want her to get treatment set up Monday.


If you'd like to send a REAL card to Becky, please email me at poetdevine@yahoo.com and I'll give you her address.

Thank you!

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Aw, bless her heart - so much to be going through. Yes, cards would be the least we can do for Becky. Thanks PdV. Chris

p.s.  Please tell Becky's mom to take heart ... our nephew aged 19, was diagnosed a year ago with Hodgkins Lymphoma, went through chemo & radiation and is now cancer free. Had to have the bone marrow test as well. I know every case is different - but there is always hope!

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What frightening news... but remember, Jesus has overcome the world, hell, and the grave, we just have to believe, and I know that Becky believes. I am praying for you and your family.. I hope you can also take heart in the fact that lymphoma is a fairly treatable form of cancer. They suspected it in my uncle, so I read up on it. Your chances are good from what I know, and thats NOT counting God's grace!  

I love you and am praying for you

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Outlive my love for Thee

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This is very disturbing news....
Please know that the prayers are continuing.

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Sharon thanks again for the update, even if I wished it had been better news.  I seem to be shaking my head a lot these days in wonder of what is going on?  I am glad to hear what Chris said about her family member, and we want all the good news we can get! Staying positive is the best medicine there is.

I took my grandddaughter's to a salmon barbeque at the First Nations longhouse today as I wanted a bit of time to ask some of the elders some advice on how better pray for Rebecca, and ask them to include her in the circle tonight, and tomorrow as a favor.  

They gave me a thin white ribbon with a feather to tie on my wrist today for Beckie in symbol of the White Dove, and an elder told me that every time I glance at it I should think of her, stop whatever is making me busy, center, and send her prayer, and I will do just that. It is so easy to get busy and forget to keep those prayers rolling with any consistency.  I wish I could give every person here a piece of white ribbon to wear to remind them to pray for this young mother.  

I found out today what Rebecca's name was in Cherokee (they said that was more appropriate for an American girl than Squamish, or Salishan   It is as shown below.

White Dove (may you rise in strength)
u-ne-ga  / gu-le-di-s-go-ni-hi


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101 posted 2004-06-20 01:43 AM


We love you Becky, and remember we talked about our belief in the power of prayer.

So please know that you are much loved here at Pip, and you have many, many friends who treasure you and are praying, unceasing for your full recovery.


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102 posted 2004-06-20 03:45 PM


Thank you for the update on Becky.
Becky, I am speechless and don't know what to say. My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. I wish I could be there with you if for no other reason than to try to take away some of your pain. More prayers than ever are going out to you and your family.
Love and BIG (SOFT) hugs, Shawna

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A call to rename "Spiritual Journeys"


"White Dove"

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Thanks so much for all the updates Becky's mom, and Sharon.

You're in my thoughts and prayers as well Becky ... hang in there.

Best wishes and big hugs,
/Kit

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Hello all, it's the real me!  I'm home now.
Had both hips tested today before letting me go. I'm hurting, but getting around.

I have to say you guys are more than anything I could ever have asked for. I remember when I went in for ankle surgery and I was just terrified. I have to say with this surgery I was amazed at just how calm I was.  I have been so doped up that I haven't really grasped what they're telling me. I know I pissed off the oncologist. LOL
She left telling me that a little bit of knowledge is dangerous.  LOL  

I think today was the day I was in my right mind and the affect of what I was told and asking questions really hit me.  My husband and I cried together yesterday (though I'm sure he'd kill me if he knew I told)   .

I have a rare form of lymphoma.  It's called b lymphoblastic.  I still have to have a PET Scan and see the results of the bone marrow biopsy, but they tell me it's very treatable.  I will have radiation on the tailbone as the 25% that wasn't removed was wrapped around my nerves.  The rest will be treated with aggressive chemo.  So, here goes the hair, and the icky stuff that comes along with it.  God help me through this, this is going to be very very hard.


SharonI wanted to tell you I got your flowers and I really appreciate them! Thank you! I cried at your poem.  


I cried at the white ribbon too.     Man that hurts to blow your nose ya know? LOL  This is simular to luekemia.  What a shock.
So we're in the midst of staging here, and I'm hoping that will come back good.

I can't sit here anymore as this is killing my incision. I just wanted to thank you all for your continued support and prayers. They have kept me strong. Really have. I have a long hard road ahead of me and would love if you'd continue them.  As for my family too.  This is a hard adjustment for my kids, and I'm sure going to be difficult to watch me go through.

God bless each and everyone of you! Love you all!!!


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hugs and more Becky...

praying for all of you to have strength and  continue the treatments that will bring you back to us...

M

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My goodness, Rebecca! You are a real trooper! You and your family are going through a very difficult time. As you know, we Pipsters form one powerful, international (might I venture to say "intergalactic"! ) prayer circle! And you my dear, are right in the centre of it!

Sending you a rainbow of healing Lights,
Rainbow
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108 posted 2004-06-21 11:04 PM


Hey you! Of course you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers, Rebecca. (((HUGS)))
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my prayers are with you and yours Dovey....
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Thoughts and prayers continuing from Planet Hillbilly as well. Sure do miss you!!!! Love and hugs, Shawna
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Becky - You're an amazing lady - I admire your strength - Stay strong, and keep your faith... I'm counting on all being well for you and yours...
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Forget that hair, Becky!! Just do whatever it takes to get through this...sending prayers and strength here...
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Continuing to pray for you Becky.
lots of love, Chris

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Hey sending you prayers but also watch the mail for a little something that will give you a smile I hope.  Forget the hair, it grows back and "work with it girl" trust me there are some cute scarves out there with your name on them!

Hang in there lady, and try to depend on those relatives for now, that is what family is about!  I think you will be surprised as the strength you have given your kids, as they are YOUR kids, see?  Talk to you soon.

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joining the circle and sending thoughts and prayers.
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Dear Becky:  So good to read words from you personally, although Sharon has done a great job of keeping us updated.  Mailed you a card but will check in here to get the latest news.

So sorry to hear about what you are going through.  It is a real ordeal for you and your family, but the outlook is good and you are a strong lady! continuing daily prayers for all of you.

Love
Betty Lou

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UPDATE  Ok well...grrr...here goes.

Got the results of the bone marrow biopsy and it was found to be in it on one side.
So that would put me at stage 4.  I fell apart.  I know they told me to not freak out if that was the case as stage 4 lymphoma is not like stage 4 other cancers.

Things got moving real quick and I'll be seeing the chemo guy tomorrow for consult.
Don't ya just question why me? but then move on.  Never will I know the answer to that.

So this is just to let you know where I'm at.  Until I know more....  Hugs

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I was praying for better news..
but you are a strong lady, and God will see you through this.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are continuing.
~Heart Hugs~

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Thank you.  
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Dovey, I wish so much the news was better... but the good news is... I know your strength and I know your faith... and I believe in both. *S* Big hugs, my friend... and continued thoughts and prayers.
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Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.....

There's a place I like to hide-open your mind to me-Visualise your dream- Record it in the present tense, I am smiling next to you, in silent lucidity

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Thoughts and prayers headed your way, Becky!
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I will be thinking of you
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Rebecca...my thoughts and prayers are with you. He knows our every need and is there for us always. Keep the faith
Hugs,
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In answer to the "Why me?"  Well...I have a theory about good people getting really bad things happen to them.  I think it sets an example to those of us that are not so good to do a lot better, and learn from you Becky.  You know, when you have a strong faith such as you do, perhaps every once in a while he tests that faith maybe in others as well as the person he inflicts?  I know I am trying to do better, but my heart is in a knot for those of you struggling.  I hope you get 100% on your test - I truly, truly do.  My wish for you is that this is all over soon - so, the sooner the better they start to rid you of this little demon!     Hang in there Becky.


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I saw the chemo doc today here. He's great! I loved him. I just told him I need someone to be brutely honest with me no matter what.
He was.

Monday I will go to have a port installed in the chest area. That will help them administer chemo and draw blood or whatever is necessary. He said he will talk with quite a few of the head docs at Rush and work out a plan of treatment for me. I will hear from him Monday.  My sciatic pain in my right leg came back with force today, so his first priority is to keep me out of pain.  So he made me promise I wouldn't skip my meds that I'd take them regularly like I should.  So I'll do that.

I hate to be doped up, so I wasn't taking them as I wasn't really hurting. Well, he promised me I'd get used to it so to keep taking them to keep my pain under control.
So I shall.  

So that's it for now guys.  Thanks again.

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Becky,
You're strong and positive and have great faith in God.
You can do this...
and we will be right beside you every step of the way.
The prayers will continue.
Heart Hugs, Nancy.

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Take your medication...do what the doctors tell you. And keep your faith AND your smile. I'm glad you have a doctor you trust. That's a good thing.
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The funny thing is Sharon that when I mentioned the clinic, he kind of what's the word...hmmphd...

I said kind of ironic how many doctors from there have been diagnosed with cancer. He thinks it's related to the chemicals I was exposed to while there.  There have 3 docs there with cancer. 1 has died, the other left the clinic and I don't know what's happened to her, and the other one isn't doing so well.

Hmm.......

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Shades of Silkwood?  Hmmmm...

Becky - I just got home and am doing "catch up".  

You reached out for me when I first came here.  I'm reaching back.  

You are, and will remain, in my prayers, my friend.

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Becky,
Still praying for you and yours. You're one tough lady and I know that your faith will see you thru this. I'm real glad you like your doctor. Now do what he says and take all your meds. Love and Hugs, Shawna

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I just read the entire thread.  

Becky, I cry out for you too - that your Father would bring you comfort in this time and reveal Himself to you and your family, that you all would know His presence at your sides in an unmistakable way.  And that He would heal you.

Much love
Angela

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Thank you again.  I know my family is having a hard time. Particularly one of my sisters.  I can only do what I can do, the rest is up to God.  I have to put that trust in Him, no matter where that may lead.

I truly hope it leads to life here longer.

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I will be admitted to Rockford hospital tonight. They will be doing surgery and putting a shunt into my head to prevent the cancer going to my brain.  I had my port put into today and then sent to the doctor afterwards.  I didn't get very good news.

The results of the PET scan aren't in yet, but if it's in my organs would make things harder, but not change my treatment.

I will be admitted to Kishwaukee Hospital here at home Wednesday to start aggressive treatment.  It will continue for 5 days. Then maybe after that I can home and look forward to this every 21 days.  I have about a 40%-50% chance of survival.
Those are not very good odds, and I'm beside myself.  I will not be back on for quite some time to respond.  Please intensify all of your prayers for me and this treatment will be accepted by my body.

Please pray for my family and for me.
GOd love ya all!

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Prayers for you and your family.

believe in what your heart feels...

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Please be strong Becky...and know that we are beside you
all the way through this fight.  
You're strong and have tremendous faith.. you can beat this!
Healing prayers are on the wing~

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Becky, you keep the faith and we all will be constantly praying for you. Big Hugs, Chris

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Dearest Rebecca,

I'm calling on all angels
To keep you in their care.
Theyll pick up that extra 50%
I just know they will be there!

I don't pray all that often,
So I hope they hear my prayer?
Take it up to God in heaven,
To keep you in his care.

I know he will hold your hand,
See you down this rocky road
In the face of fear, and fragility,
He'll be there to share your load.

I am sending you all the strength and positive energy I can through these pages of blue Rebecca, and know all those you have touched are with you in healing thoughts and prayer.

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Dear Becky:  Such a rough time for you and your family.  I am keeping the most positive thoughts for your recovery!  I think if you can make yourself believe you will survive, it goes a long ways towards making it so! I have had to deal with cancer in several family members, including my husband.  He has been free of cancer for 6 years now!!  We wouldn't let him give up!
I'm keeping the same kind of vigil for you!

Love and God's blessings!

Betty Lou

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Becky

My prayers have not worked very well in the past, but I still believe that they can...and with all those that you have here, you have leverage for many things.  My hope is that you get through this with as little pain as possible and spirit growth for wherever you are.  You are strong.  

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Becky, All I can say is that my thoughts and prayers are with you every step of the way. God bless you on your journey these next days and weeks!
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142 posted 2004-06-29 04:28 AM


May you come home to us soon.

You are much loved, White Dove.


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143 posted 2004-06-29 05:30 AM


Oh Becky, you have all my prayers, love and high hopes for a bright outcome to all of this. We love you hon, Mike and Shawna
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I was just speaking to a friend today about Will Power, and Faith.

I've seen a lot of miracles.

You are in my prayers, now, as always.

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145 posted 2004-06-29 02:07 PM


My prayers are with you too.
You are in God's hands, and He can do anything.

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Ok...I think this will be my last update for a while.  Unless my mom or Sharon can get on here to let you know what's up.

We went out to Rockford yesterday with some
misunderstanding as to what I was doing there.  Finally things got worked after they paged the doctor and had he himself finally came down to get things straightened out.

So I had the shunt put in this morning. Right in the front to the right.  
However, I told this was permanent.  So my Dad gathered the family for me when I finally was released, to meet here at home.
He annointed me with Olive Oil and we all joined in a healing circle.

I will once again be going to Kishwaukee Community Hospital tomorrow and as I understand that, I shall be in there 5 days to receive treatment. Maybe up to 14 days. Depending on how things go.

If there are terrible mistakes in here that make it hard to read forgive me. I'm sitting here kind of seeing double.  Please, I want to remind you all how much I Love and appreciate everything.  I pray I will be able to get out to see the fireworks!  I love the 4th!

God bless ya, will let you know as soon as I can.

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148 posted 2004-07-01 01:28 AM


We will all be praying that it goes well for you Rebecca, and keep up the circle of love and prayers at this end.  Take care and try to rest as much as you can.  My heart goes out to you in your trials, but I know your faith will lift you above all this.
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149 posted 2004-07-01 09:52 AM


dearest Becky, please stay as strong and positive as you are now...know that your in my heart and prayers, God bless you and keep you warm and safely embraced within and know that you have many here praying for you.  

Your a unique inspiration with miles and miles of heart...your wisdom will see you through have a very happy weekend.  Will Check back later.  

Love and hugs...Lee J.

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I just got this from Becky's mom, Rae:


quote:

Rebecca called last night following her 1st 6 hour chemo treatment saying her Dr. danced into her room all excited saying 1) the spinal fluid test was clean and 2) her PET scan was normal except for the small amount of marrow in the femoral neck (around her tumor area).  He asked for her sibling's phone numbers, saying as soon as the chemo puts her in remission, they'll do a bone marrow transplant and there's a good chance they'll beat this thing.  She said she did get sick and upchuck during the treatment, but Dr. came in, apologized and changed something she was getting.  She sounded very upbeat when she called after 9 pm, and that's the best news of all.



Prayers are answered every day, this is one example. Now we continue to pray for Becky to beat this....


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Thanks for the update. Sounds like much welcome good news for a change.

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What absolutely fantastic news!  Now this is really something to celebrate about, the rest is just a little prayer maintenance.  Rebecca, hang in there, you have not only shown your spirit and faith, but your tenacity to win this war that you are winning.  Oh happy day!
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Wonderful news!!!  
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We needed this good news, as much as our Becky did.  We'll continue the prayers...but with a smile...
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155 posted 2004-07-01 01:49 PM


when the Passions family join hands and lift voices good things happen.
Wonderful news.  AMEN

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It's about time she got good news!!! *S*

Thanks for letting us know, Sharon... And Becky... the prayers are unceasing. Hang in there, lady... and know we love you!

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Oh, I am so happy to hear this news.
Bless her heart. Hang in there Bec!!

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This is great news!  My prayers will be continuous!  Thanks for letting us know, Poet!  
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Thank God for answered prayers...
and they will continue!!

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160 posted 2004-07-01 05:32 PM


Thinking about you daily Rebecca. (((((HUGS)))))
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This is truly great news. I have had another prayer answered today already! This shows how powerful prayer can be. We are all thinking of you Becky and sending love!

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162 posted 2004-07-01 07:23 PM


YES.

This IS wonderful news!!!

Happy heart hugs, becca!

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YYYYAAAAAYYYYY!!!! Prayers are continuing Becky! We love and miss you!!!
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Thanks Sharon!  Great news Becky!
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This is indeed wonderfully hopeful news... Hang in there, Rebecca - You CAN beat this...
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Oh this is wonderful news, thanks Sharon for keeping us up to date with Becky's progress.

Becky? HUGS!


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167 posted 2004-07-05 09:49 PM


Any update on our White Dove?  She is in my thoughts daily, and I am hoping the chemo etc. is not too hard to handle.  One great thing - it will be over soon, and she can get on with living life to the fullest again.  Take care Rebecca.
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That is some encouraging news. I will continue to think healing thoughts for you, Becky.

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Sending my thoughts and prayers to you Becky!!!
That is good news and I hope it continues to get better and better!!!
HUGS,
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Hello! Just wanted everyone to know that I'm home today. My first day back.  My cell counts are bottoming out. So I'm at very high risk of infection.

Am happy to be home, but scared at the same time too.  I have felt all your prayers, and want to know they've kept me strong. IT's been a rough road, and a long haul to go yet, I'm happy to see my dog, and she's finally happy to see me too.

I'm keeping this short, I'm wiped out today.
Will try and keep you updated.  Thanks from the bottom of my heart for all your mail and prayers. They have really helped me and my family.

There will be an account opening soon for anyone wanting to help out with some of the expenses of all these medical bills, pills, treatments and such. If anyone is interested, please contact me and I'll let you know when they have it set up.

I love each and everyone of you. God bless you all!

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Dear Becky:  What a great surprise to see a post from you today.  I know it's a really tough road you're on.  Glad that you can feel the love and prayers surrounding you and know that they will continue for all of you.

Love
Betty Lou

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Sweetie...just know you can read, and not post, and we will know you are here, regardless....

hearthugs baby...

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There is nothing like a happy dog to put life back into some perspective is there.  Take it easy now and give your body time to heal.  I hope you will have time to sit in the garden and write or read poetry, as it is a great comfort too.  Take care.
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Becky, I'm still praying.  Love ya, jo
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Small fever today, so pray it goes away. If it hits 100.5 I'm back in the hosp. That's not where I want to be.  I can't believe how tired I am, and how much I just want to get in the damn shower. LOL

Man, incisionions all over you can't get wet ya know.  Well, I guess par for course.

Guess I should just be thankful I'm still here.  Showers will come again.  

THanks for the continued prayers all!  

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Becky --
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Hi Becky, just wanted to let you know that my wife and I are still praying for you. Keep your chin up sweetie!

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Awoke to a glorious sunrise and you were in my thoughts. Keep the faith honey. Mike and I are still praying for you. Love and Hugs.. Shawna
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Dear Becky:

Sure hope the fever subsided and you did not have to return to the hospital! It'
s always good to see a post from you personally.  My prayers are continuing daily!

Love
Betty Lou

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Right behind Betty Lou in hoping your fever dropped and you are getting stronger with each coming day.  Hang on with your faith it seems to serve you well Becky.
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Hello again.  Sorry guys.  Seems 12 hours after returning home I was once again admitted to the hosp.  My fever hit 102.1 around 3:45 in the morning.

I just got back home tonight and pray I can stay this time for a while.  I was gunned with heavy duty antibiotics for 3 days.

Thanks for the continued prayers!

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Tomorrow, bright and early I will go into the doc's office for another round of chemo injected into the brain, which will go through the spinal cord as a preventative  measure.  The last experience with that was totally awfully, so to say the least, I DO NOT look forward to this at all.  He promises me it won't be as bad as last time.
I sure hope not.  Whatever it takes, whatever it takes.

Fever has stayed down so far. Thank you God for that.  Love ya, one and all!

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Chemo went well today. I was blessed by having my Red Blood Cell count go high enough in a day to avoid another transfusion.  Man was I thankful for that.

So my counts are coming back up, and I'm feeling better.  Will go back to Rush Pres. in Chicago this week to confer about a Bone Marrow Transplant sometime soon in the future.  That's a 20 some day stay in the hosp. So prayers for my match would be greatly appreciated.

That's all I have for now thank you!

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Dear Becky:  Some very good news here and will intensify prayers for a bone marrow match and successful transplant. You ae handling all this so well!  Great to hear from you and know you are never far from my thoughts and prayers.

Love
Betty Lou

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Becky?

You are amazing.

Bless you, lady.

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What an incredible fighter you are, Becky....I admire you more than you can know. Hang in there!!!
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Hoping for a match!!! You are the bravest, strongest woman I have ever had the honor of knowing. Prayers are continuing from here. Love and Hugz....Mike and Shawna
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Short Update

Keep spiking fevers of 102. Thankfully, they've been able to keep from the hosp this week.  Was sent back to Rush yesterday to speak with a Hematologist. They did another bone marrow biopsy and some blood work.

The bone marrow biopsy will help to determine whether the cancer is out of the bone marrow yet or not and also to determine if there is a chromosone called the Philadelphia Chromosone which I'm hoping and praying is NOT there.
That would certainly make things harder in my case.  They were not able to determine this by the sample they had a month ago.

I'm not feeling too bad today, compared to the last few days have been rough.

If it comes back with the chromosone then another donor besides myself will have to be used. There is a medication they've been using to treat this but it's not shown to actually irradicate it, but suppress it.  So we'll have to see there.

That's about all for now. Please keep the continued prayers.

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Hi Becky, we are still praying for you on this end .... may God bless you in every way every day! We love you!
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Dear Becky:

I am praying that you do not have the Philadelphia chromosone!  Also that you don't have  a long wait to find out! Waiting is hard!

Glad you are having a better day and is always great to hear from you.

Love
Betty Lou

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Keeping you close in my thoughts, little dove...
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Becky, you are certainly in my prayers!  I am hoping for the best, sweet lady.   ....jo
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UPDATE

My bone marrow biopsy came back clean! The cancer cells were gone. We're still waiting on the results of the "chromosone" though.
I will see the docs in Chicago again on the 4th of Aug. to talk about transplant.

However I will begin my 2nd phase of chemo here on Friday and have to have another MRI to check on the mass on my spine and see if it's gone or done anything as of yet.

But a little good news is better than none at all!  

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That is good news Becky !!
Keep the faith dear lady.
We all have you in our prayers.
hugs, Chris

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Well that little good news is sure great!  It is enough to start a huge ball of good news rolling, so good luck with this sesson, and let's hope it is also great news in August.  You were sure blessed with wonderful doctors as well I think.
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198 posted 2004-07-30 05:18 AM


As always you are in my thoughts and prayers and this bit of good news is wonderful. Praying that you don't have that chromosome and that the mass is going away. Have a wonderful day, dear friend. Love and hugs....Shawna
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Hi Becky, you are still in our prayers here, that is definitely good news and here's hoping that all you get from now on is good news ... we love ya ... feel better soon
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200 posted 2004-07-30 06:51 PM


Becky...you are in my thoughts and this good news is wonderful. Praying for more good news to roll, in August.



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UPDATE

Had my MRI yesterday. Results today show only partial remission.  

So on with chemo I guess. I'm not sure how they plan to get that to go away. I'm sure radiation, and that's not something I want to do after seeing what it has done to others.     That's some nasty stuff.

Though my marrow is in remission, however some of the tumor on my tailbone still remains.  So on with the march to getting better. (God willing)

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We shall be marching right along with you as you go Becky.  Keep your chin up and I know you will.  Let's  burn a light of hope and let it shine brightly during this next hurdle.
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I'm glad to hear that there is some good news and progress. Try to look at it that way, and don't get discouraged.I am praying for you..

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White Dove,
  I don't think we've met, but I just wanted you to know that I'm sending a whole bunch of prayers up for you and those around you.  I know this cannot be an easy time.  Just wanted you to know, I'm thinking about you.  I'll pop back here now and then to check your posts.  I send you an invisible mustard seed.    
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You are still in my prayers...
and remember you do not fight this alone..
we are all here with you.
Healing Hugs, Nancy

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OK, here's another update after speaking with the transplant team yesterday at Rush.

They are typing my sisters and brother to see if they're a match. This whole process to put in place should take about 3 months he said.  So I will continue with chemo until they're ready for me.  The "philadelphia chromosone" was present but as for now is like .2 or something, so it could be "background noise" or just a cell left. However the stem cell transplant should take care of that.

Right now he says they're giving me about $3 worth of chemo, when it's time they'll give me about $10 just so I get the idea of how much more I'm in for.  I will also get head to toe radiation for about a week with the chemo. I will be hospitalized for about 1 month.  For up to at least 6 months I will have no immune system, so he said with infections and all other stuff it's likely I will see the hosp a number of times after I'm actually released.  It should take up to at least a year for things to start to function properly.

He told me he won't paint a rosy picture for me that it will be a very rocky, difficult road. He told me he's the only doctor that will make me very sick before he makes me better.  When all is said and done with the stem cell transplant, I have a 50%/50% chance of cure.  If I use my own, I have a higher chance of relapse after only a year.  So my own will be a last resort.

Using my siblings, and using someone unrelated to me will of course increase my mortality rate (30%).  

So here we go on a long, long road to what will hopefully bring a cure to me. So your continued prayers and support are very much appreciated.

Hugs and love to all of you!
Thank you for all the cards, notes, "help" you've given us.

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Becky, I myself cannot say I know what you  have been and are going through.

But I want you to know that spending the last 3 years with my sister who needed a liver transplant and then had lung cancer, I do know that radiation and chemo and especially the transplants will help, even if only giving time for something new to come along.

Stay positive and let them do whatever is necessary. I am with you in thought and prayer and know it is a long road, but there is hope.

hugs
Maureen

and if you would give me an address to send to I would like to send you cards and letters during this time...and keep in touch with your progress.

plzdntgo@aol.com

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UPDATE   Was notified today that one of my sisters is my perfect match. They're still waiting on my brothers blood work which should arrive there tomorrow. If he is a match as well, they would use him instead. They said they prefer males over females. Males haven't had kids and it's got something to do with the antigens in the blood.  But hey, thank God I have a match.

I think I'll have maybe the end of this chemo phase, and maybe one more before I'm ready for this transplant.  

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That's awesome news, Becky! You and your sister will be in my prayers. *hugs*

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Becky, this is good news.  You, dear Dove, are still in my thoughts and prayers.  Love you, jo
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wonderful news
and im still sending well wishes your way.

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That's some awesome news!! Hope you are near the end of this road onto one that will be alot smoother. Love and Hugs...Mike and Shawna
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Hello there dear friend,
I'm so glad you're keeping us all updated on everything that is going on. Terrific news with your sister!! I know it's a long journey ahead, but I also know you posess an inner strength that some of us could only hope for so I have great confidance that you will overcome. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ruth

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Boy do I feel blessed!  Not only was my sister a perfect match, but it turns out my oldest brother is one as well.  They will use him first.

I understand they just typed a family of 8 and couldn't find a match, and here I have 3 siblings left and have 2 perfect matches.
Is God watching out for me or what?

So they're looking at the end of September or October for the stem cell transplant to take place and hopefully have me home for the holidays! That would be nice!

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215 posted 2004-08-20 12:18 PM


Well just glory be Beckie, glory be!  What absolutely fantastic news, and certainly not strange considering the faith you carry with you.  You are so deserving of "watchers" as I like to call them.  Fantastic news.
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Dear Rebecca:

I had to stop in here tonight and see if there was anything new and is there ever! I am so excited for you! What miracles are wrought by prayer and faith!  Home for the holidays sounds absolutely marvelous!

Love
Betty Lou

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Me too, I'm so glad you're updating us. So often it seems that in difficult times we get to watch His miracles - and I'm betting you are seeing more than just one!! Praising God for you and with you.
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Praise God Becky!! I'm so glad that you got matches for this. I know your faith has more than a little to do with it and all these prayers don't hurt either.
Hoping for the best that can happen in all this. Love and Hugs...Shawna

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219 posted 2004-08-21 11:59 PM


Oh Rebecca, this is absolutely wonderful news, thanks so much for keeping us posted.

With love

hugs to you

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PRAYERS NEEDED PLEASE

Went in for my chemo today and all seemed pretty surprised at how low my counts were.
Though the point is to wipe me out and bring my cell counts low, we were surprised at where they were.  The last time I was at 2.1 and had a shot of nupagen (to boost your cell counts) everyday for 3 days and my counts jumped to 6.1.

I'm at .5 right now and not knowing things like that can be very dangerous for me. (and I've had 3 shots of Nupagen as well) As I was in there getting chemo they had a gentleman who was sick and had been vomiting all weekend.  

That could really endanger me if I were to catch that.  I should have been warned BEFORE I went in that they were that low.  They had the counts back, someone should have told me.  Also when I'm this low I'm restricted off fresh fruits and vegetables.  I was also not told about that and guess what?  
I've been eating fresh fruit and vegetables.

The bacteria on those can cause serious infection and land me back in the hospital.
I've come so far, and right now I'm sooooo
close, I can't afford to get sick right now. This was my last dose of "chemo" for this month. I go Monday for the head chemo but otherwise will get a break until about 6th of Sept.

Please keep me in your prayers that God keeps me well through this.

My brother shall be coming out around the 13th of Sept. to get tested and shall be here about 3 weeks until I get my stem cell transplant.  I guess they have me scheduled for that the 4th of Oct. (but that can change) I go back in the 2nd of Sept. to speak with a series of people and blood work.  I also have a LOT of testing to do here as well before I go.


So please remember me in your prayers that God keeps me well now.  Thank you and God bless you all!  

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You sure have postive thoughts going down to Becky from me. I am also hoping the thrift sale in your home town does really well for you all.  

You are so strong in convictiona nd faith that I just know you will try to not let fear overtake you, as it can during this chapter of your journey.  Where there is hope there is strength and all of you and all of us here, will try ot keep you safe.  God bless.  

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222 posted 2004-08-24 10:56 PM


I'm Becky's mom.  God is good.  Our clean, well decorated home sat on the market, priced right, but not selling.  'Twas a mystery to our agent as well as others who toured and showed it.  Rebecca was diagnosed with cancer, then it sold.  It was as if the good Lord said, "Wait in faith."  We'll be moving about 7 miles from her this coming Sat.  How about that for knowing you're being watched over?

Even 9/11 is good.  911 is Rebecca's house #.  9/11 is a fund raiser at the "Y" in her behalf.  9/11 is when our son comes in from CA for his physical and further testing, as donor for the traansplant.

Thank you all so very much for your continued prayers.

  Rae  

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Rae,

It sounds to be only the start of series of tiny miracles your family will be involved in, and yes I agree, God is indeed good.  How absolutely incredible the 9/11 story is, but how wonderful.

I wish you all strength in these trying times, and will stand with everyone here in a prayer circle for daughter.  Thank you for updating us.

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Rae, thank you for sharing this with us.  Yes, God is Good!  My prayers are still with Becky and you all.   ....jo
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As a community of friends, I believe all our best wishes and hopes will be gathered together into a huge bundle of healing energy. Hang in there, it sounds as if you've had some good news with the sibling matches.
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Dear Rebecca:  I'm so sorry to hear about the scary things that have happened, but I do feel you are being watched over constantly and there is tremendous prayer power being directed to you, by a multitude of people! I feel sure everyone who has been praying for you all along, will intensify their prayers now!

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Some good and bad things.. but I know the Lord with be there through it all.. and we will be here as well. May He keep you well and safe.

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You're still in my thoughts and prayers, Rebecca. (((HUGS)))
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Holding you close in my thoughts and keeping you in my prayers Rebecca.



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Be strong, Becky - We're all with you in spirit.  Hugs and love to you, m'friend...
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UPDATE  Hello everyone!  Just got back home today from another week in the hosp.  Went in with a 102.9 fever.  My cell counts were very very low, and miraclously on the day my heavy duty methotrexate was to be given, my cell counts doubled and they ended up keeping me on track.  So wow!

I'm hoping that the rest of my testing and stuff stays on track.  I get to go back tomorrow to the hosp and get a wonderful b-day gift. Lab work done, pulmonary function test, and (hopefully not) while I'm there maybe a 4 hour red cell transfusion.  But I'm hoping my count will go up instead of down I can avoid the 4 hour longer stay!

   They're looking at admission to Rush in Chicago Sept. 27th if everything stays on track.

So please keep me in your prayers!

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Rebecca:  Some good news here and I am really thankful to hear it.  I am praying for you daily and more than once!  You will be in my thoughts and prayers while you are going through this very trying time. September 27th is not that far away!

Love
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Wow.  Sorry haven't posted sooner.  Been out of loop for quite some time.  Praying for you and your family and hope everything gets better.
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Well, seems after all I won't be staying out of the hosp.  Tomorrow is the day of my cancer benefit and I'll be going through a PET Scan and when I'm done with that dropped off at the local hosp here to have an 8 hour red blood cell transfusion.

Should be able to come home though, but my cell counts are going back down due to the long 6 hours of chemo I had on the 8th.

Please pray for us and the cancer benefit that all turns out well. Lots of people donated items and we're hoping and praying for a good outcome.

Thank you!

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I wish for you the best WhiteDove.
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Keeping you in my prayers Rebecca.



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Honey...you just had a birthday.  I'm sorry I missed noting the celebration...work, well...has been EVIL!  LOL...It's good to reaad that you are being given a benefit...communities coming together like that really bond you with your neighbors.  Keep up your wonderful spirits, y'hear?



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Hey, Becky, I saw Shannon today and updated her on your condition...she just got out of the hospital, too. She sends you her very best...
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Thanks Deer.  I'll have to give her a call.

I will be going back in the hosp. tomorrow for another 8 hour round of chemo. I was put on a new chemo pill and it's playing havoc with my system.  My brother came out and has a sinus infection, my son is sick with upper respiratory, and I wasn't feeling good to begin with.  I hope I don't pick this junk up.  

I just feel so crappy, and the doc isn't listening.  Grrr.  "it's expected"  No! it's not.  

Ah well, I'll give her a call and see how she's doing.  Thanks for the note deer.

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UPDATE

My bone marrow transplant or stem cell transplant actually will be put off for at least another month. The incision on my lower spine I had in June still hasn't healed.  

I've had a ortho-spine specialist out here taking care of it because Chicago's a 2 hour + drive for me each way. So when I had appointments with others out there the original surgeon agreed to squeeze me in and take a look the wound that's not yet healed since June. Well I went in, and his nurse came in, and he was in the room next to me, and he never came in.  However, he did call the transplant people and told them I was fine to go ahead with transplant.

GRRRRR!!!  When I talked with my transplant doc I told them this, they weren't very happy as he himself had already seen the incision. He decided NO WAY, so pushed off another month or so to see where were at.  So until then, it's tide me over with chemo.

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241 posted 2004-09-21 04:08 PM


Rebecca

My thoughts continue to be with you.  My husband will be starting chemo and radiation in the next week or so.  It is all such a long and waiting process...I wish you the best!  

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sending healing thoughts for you Becky, and for Martie's husband
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Dear Rebecca:

I'm so sorry to hear of this delay in your bone marrow transplant.  I can't even imagine how hard this is on you. When you have a date to shoot for, you tend to really pin your hopes on it.  Hope they can get the incicsion to heal in this next month so that there will be no more set-backs. I am thinking of you and saying prayers every day.

Hope your brother and son will both be well soon.

Love
Betty Lou

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Becky,
Lots of prayers being sent for the healing of the incision so the bone marrow transplant can be done. I know this must have been a big dissappointment for you with the delay and all, but hang in there girl!
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Lots and Lots of prayers, 'Becca...
Hang tough, fight harder!  You are STILL not only the patient, BUT THE CLIENT, TOO...


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Still keeping you in prayer...

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Was told my PET Scan came back clean. No sign of the tumor on my lower spine. So it would seem the chemo is working.  They're tiding me over until my incision heals.

That's good news, but I sure do feel like hell. Not sure if I have strep or something, sure haven't felt good. Seems one or the other of my kids have come home sick since school started. My oldest daughter now sick. I've seemed to do well as far as not getting it, but this time, I sure got something.


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Hang in there, Rebecca. I'll continue to keep you and yours in my thoughts and prayers.  (((HUGS)))
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This is wonderful news, Rebecca - Hang in there - Be well... Big hugs for you and yours, dear lady...
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Great news Beckie, and do take care as you are so right, this is the season for catching whatever is floating around.  What a relief for all of you this is, your prayers were answered that is for sure.
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Dear Rebecca:

Good to hear from you and the news about your test coming back clean is wonderful.
Hope you get over whatever is bothering you very quickly.  Maybe you should wear a surgical mask during flu season?? It might keep you from catching all the bugs that go around.

Still saying daily prayers for you and your family.

Love
Betty Lou

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Thank you all!

Actually Betty I do wear a surgical mask.
Especially when someone is sick, or my counts are down.  I went and saw the doc today and most of my not feeling well are the side affects of the new chemo they have me on.  However, he took me off one antibiotic and put me on another for strep.

So hopefully that should clear up one problem.  

Thanks for the prayers everyone!

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UPDATE

I'm in my consolodation stage of chemo.
I skipped one of them cause I just couldn't take it. I did 3 out of the 4 of them, and it made me so sick I said no way to #4. So they gave me a break. I will start again this Mon. after a weeks break.

They're tiding me over until I can get in for my stem cell. The hole in my back is very close to being closed. This week as a matter of fact I believe it will close. So I am assuming by next week I will be going in for surgery and my stem cell transplant.


I see the orthopedic doc on Thurs so I should know more then. I'm sure he'll okay it to go forward.  So I'll let ya know more then.

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Thinking of you daily girl. (((((HUGS)))))
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You know Rebecca, for what it is worth you are sure teaching me what strength really is, and if I ever need it I will be thinking about you as my mentor.  You taught that you know yourself better than anyone and I am also learning through this, that I better start listening to me as well.  Here is a bit of a squeeze from me for this coming week, it sucks I know, it really does.  
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you're always in my thoughts Becky

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Ok, so far today they tell me they will admit me on the 17th at 5 am. Between 7 & 9
I will go through my 1st dose of radiation.
Then before my next dose between 3 & 5, I will be sent through surgery to have another central line placed in the right side of my chest. (at least they'll almost be matching )

If I'm lucky, I'll make it home by Christmas.  I will try to move it up some so I can be sure to be home by then, but God's in control.  

Continue in prayer for me please.
Love and Hugs to all!
God bless!

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Love and hugs to you Rebecca Keeping you in my prayers.

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You got that right, Becky. He IS in control...and that's not a bad thing.

Have you here in my thoughts...

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'Deer said it so well.  He is in control, and he is hearing our prayers, Becky.  So many survivors our there...the front pages don't always count them, you know...we don't always hear about the good little miracles that come around...


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Dear Rebecca:

You are never far from thought and prayer and always in my heart!  God keep you safe and able to be home for Christmas with your family.

Love
Betty Lou

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Here's another update for you all.
I've been very dizzy for weeks. I pushed and pushed about it and they ordered an MRI.
Thank God they did that!

I just got home from Rush and called back there to get the results of that MRI. I have something called leukoencephalopaphy...(plaque) on the brain. It lit up white all over.  Doing total body irradiation could cause serious damage to my brain.

So they won't do the radiation, they'll just hit me with 5-6 days of chemo.  I will be admitted on the 16th instead of the 17th and should go through the stem cell transplant on the 24th of November.

So now all this scares the hell out of me.
Please pray that God protects me. If I don't have my mind, and my faculties about me, then I don't really want to be around.

Please pray for guidance for me.

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Becky, you continue to show such strength!  God's hand is in that strength, you know.  My Mom had a theory - sometimes we have to be used as guinea pigs...in order to help others.  

And then of course we feel more like a bull's eye...target practice and all...

Becky, girl, you have my on-going prayers that you will get through this and you will come out on the other side of this, and I feel this because...you're still feisty as all get-out - insisting that they look into things when normally they would say "they know best."  

Keep rattling those cages, dear...

you've got the right stuff to do it!

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Dear Becky:

What a good thing that you kept insisting there was something going on to make you dizzy.  I feel that God was with you and saved you from a horrible mistake if they had done radiation.

I am leaving on the 14th for a week, to help our daugher move, but I will be praying for you as usual and will intensify those prayers until well after the 24th. You are in my thoughts every day and I know you are going to come though this!

Love
Betty Lou

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You're an amazingly strong lady, Rebecca - I have great faith that all will be well... I'll be with you in spirit, m'friend...
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267 posted 2004-11-13 09:29 AM


Good news?  well, yes I guess so...?

Not sure who to believe so here it is.
Rush called me back to tell me the transplant doc took my MRI's to a neuro specialist radiologist. This guy says there are some spots, but he doesn't think its
"plaque".  He thinks it should resolve itself in a month or so.

So I sure hope he's right...but still no radiation just in case. (that part is wonderful news to me )

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That's very good news, Rebecca!
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Yes, that IS good news, Becky!  

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Sending out my prayers to you
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Hello all! Wanted to let you know that I'm in the hosp. and went through my surgery.
They didn't put me under which I was thankful for that with everything else going on and all.  Came through that and they started me on chemo that night at 10.
So I've been doing that every 6 hours and they're giving anti seizure meds which I was allergic too. They changed that and I seem to be doing okay so far.

I will be transplanted on the 24th.  
Love and hugs

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Thanks for the update Becky.
Our love and prayers are still with you!
Hang in there sweet lady.

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Look to your shoulder sweetie, as I know there is an angel there with you, I just know it.    This has to be a test, only a test, and it will be over before you know it, and you will have passed it with flying colors.  My thoughts are always with you, always.

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God bless you.
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Lots and lots of angels, Becka...lots and lots of angels...and poets, and prayers, and love....and not only for you, but for all of your physicians who are working together to get you back to normal...there are so many good things coming your way....and we are all here with you, now...


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Thinking of you, Becky!  
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Dovie...ya know you're in my prayers...know just how ya feel and DO keep that "Toeraggish" attitude...it does help and the nurses will take better care of ya and though your bill may be higher it's worth it.....take care sweetie...
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Praying with you, Becky.   ...jo
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Hello all! Got my chemo for a week and then a day of rest on the 23rd. Was transplanted on the 24th and seem to being doing well. Have a sore throat because the chemo I had is still in affect knockin out my cell counts. So this is the time I can't fight off infection because my immune system is being suppressed.

But they tell me I look good on paper. LOL
I'm tired and still off balance with walking, but that at least is getting better than it was. Not much longer to go I hope, a couple more weeks. I miss my family dearly.

love ya'll

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"But they tell me I look good on paper."

It's good to hear from you Becky,
and great to see you have kept your sense of humor.

The prayers have never stopped...
and you continue to heal.

I too hope you will be back home with your family soon.

Big healing hugs, Nancy.

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If you're lookin' good on paper...
then before you know it,
even your papers will be in the pink!

Hugs, Becky...so good to see your humor and smiles!

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Dear Rebecca:

I have been thinking about you so much and saying prayers that your transplant went well.  It is wonderful to hear from you and things sound as if they are going well. It will be wonderful to be home for Christmas
and the best present of all will be you!

Love
Betty Lou

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Becky:
You know that I love you dearly and you have been there to help me through my hard times. If there is anything that I can do for you just let me know. You know that you and your family are always in my prayers!!!
Blessed Be!
*hugs and kisses*
Even though I'm sure, just like everything else, that you will be just fine.
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284 posted 2004-12-01 09:14 PM


Thinking of you Becky. I'm just remembering what Jesus said - that He will never leave you or forsake you.

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It's sad for me to announce that Rebecca is not doing well. For reasons I prefer not to go into in this post, now would be a very good time for everyone to have Becky in their prayers. At this point she is in pain and having trouble talking and thinking clearly. When I spoke to her today at one point she said "At least it will be over soon". She said it in a way that indicated resignation and acceptance which left me standing there, holding the phone, with no right words to say.

She is such a wonderful person and has had such a difficult life. She deserves much better than this. There had BETTER be a God up there to look out for her and reward her for everything she has gone through...

For those who have been friends of hers, I have a direct number to her hospital room if you would like to call her....e-mail me if you want it.

Please have her in your prayers tonight.

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Thank you Michael for the update...

I have been thinking of her daily...and am hoping and praying for the best for her
M

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'Deer, thank you...and I am so sorry...

Yes, she is in my prayers...
she has never left them.

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Prayers continue...especially tonight~

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I believe in God
...even when He is silent

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Holding you tight within my prayers Rebecca

with love always

Maree

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Thank you for your caring and for taking time to let us know, Mike.  This is truly sad to hear.  Rebecca is a wonderful lady, and I hope everyone joins in our Passionate prayer vigil...
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What awful news... but often, it is when all hope is lost in the eyes of man that God works His most visible and amazing miracles. Lets all believe...

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I spoke to Becky this evening, briefly
and it felt good to hear her voice...and to tell her she is missed and that we are praying and thinking about her and her family.

She did say that she was having a reaction to some of her medication. And I asked if I could call back in a day or so to keep in touch with her.


Thank you again Michael.

healing hugsss to you, Becky

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Just tried calling Becky and there was no answer...sigh..I'll keep trying. Thanks for the number Mike.
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I'm Rebecca's mom.  She's been moved to an intensive care unit as she's having a very difficult time. Her husband, Tim, is there with her. Right now they're preping her for a proceedure in hopes of finding where the blood is coming from.

Thank you, each and every one for every prayer said and hope offered.

God bless!

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Thank you for the update...she is in my prayers every day.

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Thank you, Sandgrain, for letting us know.  I know how difficult this must be for you also...please take care of yourself.  Becky is in my thoughts, as are you!
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Becky, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Hugs to you and your family, Marti

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299 posted 2004-12-05 07:36 PM


Sandgrain, please tell Rebecca that she is in my thoughts and prayers as well. And you and the rest of the family are too. (((HUGS)))
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300 posted 2004-12-05 08:27 PM


Sandgrain? I just tried to call Becky a few minutes ago, I didn't know she had been moved.

Please give her my love and let her know that she is in my thoughts and prayers as well as her family and yourself.



Maree

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Please give Becky a hug for me and let her know I think so often of how I found this site.  She and I had spoken about this before, and how she had affected my life, and the lives of many seniors I was working with at that time with her beautiful poetry full of faith and hope.  It was following up on a poem written by her at the main site that led me here in the first place.  I am forever grateful to her for her healing poetry that was the salve on many a heart in pain at an extended health care unit of our hospital.  My thoughts and prayers are with her now, and always.    
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Rebecca's mother...please know...I met and worked with Rebecca in our Spiritual Forum when I first came to Passions...I know how much she believes in spirituality...and all things encompassing such....

give her my love, please, and know she has my prayers, daily....

Thank you....

Sunshine

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Sandgrain:

I'm so sorry to hear that there is another problem for Rebecca to fight her way through! I have prayed for her faithfully every day since learnning she was ill and will continue to do so.  She is a wonderful person and much loved by all here!

Love
Betty Lou

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Sandgrain
I am so sorry for yet another obstacle in Rebecca's life. I really miss her and she is daily, hourly, minutely, in my thoughts and prayers. Please hug her and tell her that Mike and Shawna are sending as many healing prayers as possible. Prayers to you and Tim and the kids go out every day as well.

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I'm sad to hear this....I hope Becky is doing better soon!!

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I got an email from Becky's mom today...

quote:

God has a way of strenthening us through these valleys and I'm hanging in there in faith.  One of the most important things I've learned is God IS in control, and it's up to us to accept His ways although we often can't understand them. I've cook dinner for the kids and stay overnight there when Tim's at the hospital.

Tim's been at her side and stayed there all night. He's good to report her status to us. This morning sounded quite encouraging as her heart rate and blood pressure are much better after she slept about 12 hours.  They're watching her urine output for another day before begining dialysis (sp?), if it doesn't  improve.  When I talk to her, I let her know all the people who are praying for her.  She hasn't been able to hold the phone the last few days, but hopefully soon will.

The support of each one of you means so very much and I know God hears every prayer.

God bless!




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Sandgrain:  I am thinking of all of you every day and saying fervent prayers!

Love
Betty Lou

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Sandgrain, I do know miracles occur...my brother was very ill some weeks ago...the doctor was ready to pull plugs.  He benefitted greatly from knowing that people were praying for him...and he believes in God, probably almost as much as I know Becca does...

Yes, please, let her know we are all praying for her...

and give her our hugs, as well.

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309 posted 2004-12-09 09:48 PM


It will take a miracle now.  Rebecca wasn't strong enough to have needed dialysis today. The ultra sound and x-rays didn't show what's causing her painful stomach to be so disdended. Exploratory surgery was done this afternoon to possibly remove part of her colon, but found pancreatic infection, took nothing out and closed her up.  The surgeon said unless the heavy antibiodics clear that, there's nothing more to surgically do for her. She's quite sedated now. I'll be down there in the morning.  God still does miracles.
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Please know I will be praying extra hard tonight.
I do believe in miracles.

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Sandgrain, I truly wish those of us that love your Rebecca lived closer to be there in body as well as spirit, but of course we can not.  I cannot tell you how much your daughter has done for so many with her words of poetry.  Her poetry was read daily and kept in a binder at a senior's home, and is still treasured reading for residents.  I will be definitely praying that angels hold her safe tonight and absorb some of the pain.  May God in his good grace, be merciful to her.  My heart is with you all down there, and I will pray for strength for Tim, and all the family too.  
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Thinking of Becky and the whole family!  
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Tears now - prayers and love to you all.

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We are all holding hands and praying for Becky. I pray that God's angels will surround her bed and bring her peace, comfort and healing.

God's blessing on you all.

hugs, Marti

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I LOVE YOU REBECCA!!!! You are truly a Dove and please let Becky know that I miss her and I hope that everything turns around soon. *hugs and kisses*
Sandgrain, thank you very much for sharing this information with us!!

Prayers!! The family will stay there!



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Please let her know she is still very much in our prayers.
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Hang in there sweet Lady. I'm thinking of you all the time. (((((HUGS)))))
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If I could heal you with my words
I would be whispering day and night
And I would mount the stairs to sky
To only ask them one word 'why'

If I could heal you with my pen
I would be writing night and day
And I would turn my face to light
To only ask you one word 'fight'

If I could heal you with a song
I would be singing day and night
And I would shout to all above
'We don't give up, she's our Dove'

With lots of love from the Dutchie Titia, sending hugs from oversea.


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What an incredibly sad time this is....I feel as if a member of my own family is passing. I understand that her kidneys are shutting down now and it looks very bleak....

Prayer and hope for miracles is all that is left. Bless you, Rebecca..


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May this circle of prayer lift some of the burden off of Becky and her family. Chris

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This thread has touched me deeply, as I went through the whole of it now. I send out love and prayers for dear Rebecca/White Dove who is going through such tough times.
I can feel the enormous energy of love and healing in this very place.

May you be painfree dear Rebecca and trust that the Angels are with you to help you through.

Dear Rebecca you are a beautiful soul and you have shared so much beauty here. We are grateful for you and we love you.

Prayers for serenity despite the dramatic moments also for Mom and family.

You are not alone.

Love and hugs.
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Angels for you



Love, Margherita

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~Prayers continue for Rebecca and her family~
God Bless You Becca.

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holding you and your family in my thoughts and prayers Becky

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What a wonderful person Becky is, and how lucky we all are to have her in our lives. Lord, please make us all strong enough to face whatever comes to us. I know that Becky's faith is more than strong enough, but just be with her family, Lord, and with us throughout this time, and bring Becky and us all peace and comfort.

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Lord, hear our plea.  Amen.

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I will second that AMEN!
Still praying for you and your family!
*hugs Becky*
Love,
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Sandgrain, I sent an email, and my heart is with you on the path you walk, as well as my prayers.

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Sandgrain:  You are all in my thouthts and prayers every day!  I am praying for a miracle!

Love
Betty Lou

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Warm heartfelt thanks to each and everyone of you wonderful supportive poets.

Today they were able to take Becca off the respirator and her blood pressure is staying up by itself (they'd been boosting it manually.  In addition to that good news, her sedation's been lessened.

Now if her bleeding stops and the pancreatic infection clears, the total miracle will have taken place, so we continue with prayer in faith.  Hubby, Tim, said he thinks she knew he was there today. :-)

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Beyond the blue, there can be heard a quiet whispering of comfort.
It is the sound of love.
Holding you in thought and prayer Rebecca.

Still believing in miracles~

Thank you for the much awaited positive info Sandgrain.

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Thank you so much for the update, Sandgrain!
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Absolutely unbelieveable!
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335 posted 2004-12-11 09:26 PM


Sandgrain:  It is so good of you in the midst of such turmoil, to keep us informed. What good news today! I am praying it gets better and better!

Love
Betty Lou

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...and the prayers continue...

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337 posted 2004-12-11 09:48 PM


I dont know Tim and Becky, But my sister and I went trough much the same thing with our Mom. I can only pray that God brings all His power to bear on Becky and to guide the doctors to his will. May ALL our prayers be heard and answered. Amen.
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Thank you for letting us know.


The power of prayer is amazing.

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You are in my thoughts Becky...and of course, my prayers...
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SweetDovey~
My prayer vigil continues for you~
May God in His infinite mercy be with you and grant you healing~

Sandgrain ... bless you for keeping your own vigil~

*Huglets*
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the spirit rejoices over what it has left.
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341 posted 2004-12-12 01:12 AM


Tonight, I will sleep better and thank God for his blessings. What a wonderful miracle to happen to you and your family. I will continue with the rest of the PiPs family to hold pray vigils.

Alright, now I know what the holiday season is all about. Remembering to be thankful for all your little blessings.

Thank you again, Sandgrain!

*hugs and kisses Becky*

Love,
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342 posted 2004-12-12 01:17 AM


Tears of joy and awe in the miracles of God. He can do soooo much with the faith of a little seed. Thank you Lord!!!
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squeezing in here
a little late
but with many prayers
and a lot of love

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344 posted 2004-12-12 10:11 AM


Becky's mom ... thanks so much for keeping us all updated as to how Becky's doing.  

Please let her know she continues to be in my thoughts and prayers as well.

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She will be in the thoughts of poets
Who know her well through worded rhyme
The news today blinks towards a future
That she may recover completely in time

Holding my fingers crossed here.

Titia

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346 posted 2004-12-12 03:30 PM


Rebecca and her family continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandgrain, Becky's Mum, thank you so much for keeping us updated.
Please give Becky my love.

Maree

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347 posted 2004-12-13 12:31 PM


It is indeed a glorious good morning!

Sandgrain sent me an update this morning and it is all GOOD!, Some family members went up to visit yesterday, and reported to her that Rebecca is doing much better.  She is getting some color back in her cheeks, and is on much less medication, but they are continuing the dialysis for now.  Rebecca talked a little, and as her Mom said, “That means all her gray matter is working as she asked Ramona to feed the kids so Tim could stay there with her.”  Rebecca didn’t realize she had surgery and of course was surprised that her tummy hurt.

She's still in the intensive care unit, and not quite out of the woods yet, but what a relief these improvements give!  They're giving her breathing treatments and oxygen, but they've taken the breathing tube out of her throat, which, naturally, is very sore.  However she is breathing on her own and that is a huge leap towards getting better.

Her Mom said, “God is good!  He hears and answers every prayer.”

Please keep sending your loving thoughts for our WhtDove, and thanks to Sandgrain for the update.



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348 posted 2004-12-13 01:12 PM


This is wonderful news!  The candle will remain lit for our precious Becky..and prayers shall remain on wing..





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Smiling through tears...
I know how much this good news means
not only to your family, Rebecca,
but your family here in PiP, as well...


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350 posted 2004-12-13 01:33 PM


Oh, I am so happy to read this news!  I think about Rebecca and her family so much and never stop saying prayers. Looks like that miracle we asked for is on the way!
Thanks for the update! God is always with us no matter what!

Love
Betty Lou

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Dear Sandgrain and WhtDove.  I was sublimely unaware until recently that our dear friend was in dire need of prayer.  I am certainly adding mine and I send love to both of you.  Love, Joyce
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This is wonderful news!!! Just the present I wanted for Christmas!
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Hmmmm... GOD WAS listening... such great news
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May Rebecca recover perfectly, aligning to God's perfection with every breath she takes.

May she gather in her heart all the love sent out to her and enjoy the warmth.

The Angels are with her.

Love, Margherita

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355 posted 2004-12-14 01:06 PM


I'm so glad to hear that Becky is doing so well!!

~sky

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Thank you, Lord.

sandgrain: Please let Dovey know she's in our thoughts... and the prayers continue without ceasing.

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357 posted 2004-12-14 06:20 PM


This is great news!!! Sandgrain, please let Rebecca know that Mike and I are still praying for her and all of you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Give her hugs from us.
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~And we say no amen's because the prayers and hope will continue.~

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359 posted 2004-12-14 08:11 PM


Yes, Amen, indeed! Keep fighting, Rebecca! You and yours will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. (((HUGS))) to all of you!
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360 posted 2004-12-15 01:51 AM




This is for Sandgrain, WhtDve and all the family. I will leave the light on as long as you want me to. I'm very glad to hear the news about Dovey and I can't wait to see her back here writing with the rest of us.
This whole situation with Becky has reminded me what the holiday season is all about. Family. Look at how all the PiPs have gathered together to pray long and strong for their family member. This makes me very proud to be part of such a family.

God Bless you all and tonight everyone will be in my prayers.

And Becky hurry up and get better. Christmas won't be the same if I don't get to give you a cyber hug.



*hugs and kisses*

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God bless Rebecca who struggles so,
Hanging onto her faith, not letting go.
The pain she bears is far too strong,
I pray for her that it won't last long.
Miracles are for those who do believe,
I pray she'll be home Christmas Eve.



Becka is having a hard time once more, with fluid on her lungs, and back on dialysis.  
Please keep those candles of hope burning and prayers coming her way.  


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362 posted 2004-12-15 04:20 PM


May God spare her.  Her family needs her and so do we!

Love
Betty Lou

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363 posted 2004-12-16 12:16 PM


Rebecca, please know that i am with you my friend. Your smile is in my thoughts and my prayers are with you and your family.

Sending "Ribbit" love and "Mickey" hugs as well.

Maree  

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364 posted 2004-12-17 01:57 AM


Rae, Rebecca, Tim and family - the candle of hope and prayer is indeed still burning here at my home and on all floors at Cedar Lodge.  May he give you the strength you need for endurance to ensure her recovery and homecoming.
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365 posted 2004-12-17 01:00 PM


I am blinded by the aura surrounding a spirit steeped in divine love, as White Dove continues to teach me the power of faith when I see no hope ahead. What an amazing person we have been so fortunate to know and to try to emulate. THank you, Poet devine for this thread and GOd bless our dove of peace
Liz

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366 posted 2004-12-17 01:30 PM


Still in my thoughts and prayers today. I love you Becky and really miss you.
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still praying and hoping Becky is comfortable and healing~~

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I received this update from sandgrain (Becky's mom).

quote:

Just talked to Rebecca's nurse in the ICU (intensive care unit), where she's now been for 2 weeks.  She said her temperature's a little subnormal now, I think she said 96.?, and they managed to get her off the respirator today.  She still has an infection and a bag attached to her colon.  They'd talked of taking a biopsy from where it's attached to see if there's an infection there, too (her pancreas is infected they say).  She's not bleeding like she was, so looks much better with red skin than the purple she'd had.  She's in a lot of pain and still swollen although not as badly since they managed to take some of the fluid off.

For those of you who don't know, they did surgery thinking she may have a perforated colon due to all the bleeding that was going on, but that wasn't the case.  Her stomach is very painful.  She's awake off and on.

I can't imagine she'd be home for Christmas, but even if it's for Labor Day, I'll accept it as long as she does.

Your prayers are greatly appreciated.





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369 posted 2004-12-17 09:13 PM


Rebecca and her family certainly represent all that a tower of faith and hope's foundation are made of, and are an example to us all.  I will be praying until I hear she gets home, and the light still is illuminated in hope it will be soon.
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My dear Sandgrain, you raised a fighter.  I know this, because my mom raised a few of them, herself, and my brother, who is still recuperating from his own problems, is right in here, praying for Rebecca.  I think between the two of them, our Good Lord is going to realize that they still have a LOT to do here on earth.  

Earlier today I went back through a few posts where I first found myself addressing a comment to you.  I told you how much I liked your user name...and at that time, I did not realize you were Rebecca's Mom.  

There is a lot going on around here I don't always realize, because I'm not always able to be here as much as I would like.  I don't always make connections...I just love the poetry and appreciate when we come together, even when we all come together at times like this...

and it seems there are a lot of times, my dear, when we come together for the best of reasons...when we see beyond "reason, fact, and science" and reach for stars, hope, and miracles.

I believe in miracles.  I also believe in red flags, and when things "feel" wrong.  I cannot say that anything "feels wrong" about our dear Becca.  So I continue to pray that she is just going through one hell of a trial right now...and I am sorry for that.  I don't wish to give false hope, but I wasn't at first sure that my brother would see Christmas this year...but like I say...

we have a bunch of fighters amongst us.  Please, when you can, continue reading the messages from the poets and friends at Passions.  Rebecca hears them, I know she does...

and I believe she will see Labor Day.  Give her my love.

Karilea

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371 posted 2004-12-17 09:16 PM


I continue to hold Becky in my heart and in my daily prayers. Bless her brave, brave heart.   Chris

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372 posted 2004-12-17 09:28 PM


this is great news that she is doing better!!
I pray God guides the doctors to his will. I wanted to be home by christmas, butif its new years I wont care. When God closes a door he always leaves a window open.

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373 posted 2004-12-17 10:31 PM


The prayers and love continue...
I believe in miracles and the power of prayer.
Holding you close Rebecca in thought and prayer.

Faith can move mountains,
love unbreaks the shattered glass
believe with all your heart, my friend,
and watch the shadows pass.

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374 posted 2004-12-17 11:37 PM


Rebecca, I am so glad to hear you are doing better, please know that you and your family will continue to be in my prayers every day.

Sending loving thoughts your way, express mail.



Maree

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375 posted 2004-12-18 12:26 PM


Dear Sandgrain and Rebecca:  Surely you can feel the love and prayers pouring into this site from everyone who loves Rebecca!  There is such power there! I'm so sorry for what you are all going through and especially Rebecca who has all the physical pain as well as emotional.  I wish I could do something more to help, but please know you are never far from my thoughts and prayers!

Love
Betty Lou

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Lord of Heavens send your Healing Power and Love and restore dear Rebecca's health, I trust in You.
Let the Angels provide!
May they keep dear Rebecca painfree and assist the Doctors in doing the right thing at the right moment.
Hugs full of tenderness for Rebecca and her Mom Sandgrain.
Love and light.
Margherita

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377 posted 2004-12-20 05:11 PM


My hope, thoughts and prayers are with you all. (((((HUGS)))))

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incense of healing and love
still being lit, sending clouds of love your way

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Sending down my prayers to you all and keeping my Christmas candle lit for Rebecca. My God bless her and send her safely home.  

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380 posted 2004-12-23 03:51 AM


Rebecca, I join with all your friends in prayer and hope you are surrounded in love.   ....jo
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My continued prayers that God's angels surround you Rebecca and may His glory and healing shine upon you.

Sending you luvs and hugs this holiday season .... Marti

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May my candle join Sharon's in loving light.
Prayers continue.   Chris

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383 posted 2004-12-23 07:33 PM


...May He Bless you and keep you safely through this holiday season...

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384 posted 2004-12-25 10:23 AM


Sending my thoughts and prayers
to you on this special day Rebecca.


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continued thoughts and prayers for you, Rebecca and family...

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Here's the latest update on Becky:

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On Tues. Rebecca was moaning and gasping under her oxygen mask. She opened her blood red eyes a little and struggled to ask if I'd come alone.  So very pathetic she looked.  Thurs. when I came in, I noticed her swelling was down quite a lot and with the oxygen just in her nose was breathing better. She was awake and aware most of the time, moved her left arm around and said those magic words, "I feel better."  Oh how I fought those brimming tears of joy while with her! What a Christmas gift! She talked to her kids (and even her dog) on the phone.

Dr. says her liver's coming around as she's not so jaundiced, she'll be on dialysis for 8 to 12 weeks at least.  They'll start physical therapy and she may be released in March or April if things go well.

She can't hear out of her left ear and has trouble with the right one.  Can't move her legs or feet, and her right hand isn't working (yet). Yesterday she lifted her head off the pillow, talked and actually said she was hungry.  They gave her jello last night and she's had heartburn, tummy and throat problems since eating it.

It's so great to have good news to report.  God is good!




A Christmas wish come true....it's MY favorite present!

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sometimes there are miracles even if they come a little at a time~~

thank you for the updates...and as always  I am keeping Becky in my thoughts and prayers.

M

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God Bless you for sharing the news with us and what a miracle it is to hear such wonderful news about Rebecca. This has brought the biggest smile to my face for the holiday season.

I will keep the candle lit and the prayers going!

Love,
Ladycat

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wonderful news!

The candle is still lit, and will remain so until our sweet dove is flying again

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This is great news!! Still holding Becky in my thoughts and prayers.
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Prayers for a complete recovery continue~

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And God works his miracles yet again...I pray He will continue to give open thoughts to Rebecca's physicians, send tender healing to Rebecca, and maintain her and her family within His keep.

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393 posted 2004-12-27 07:26 PM


Dear Sharon:

This really puts the frosting on the season!!  It is such a relief to know there are signs of progress.  What a joy it must have been for Rebecca to talk to her kids and her dog at home, plus her mother and husband at the hospital.  Thank you so much for the report and prayers will continue daily for all of them.

Love
Betty Lou

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That is wonderful news!! Becky sure is coming along well. We know she has Someone watching over her!

~sky

Have a Holly Jolly Christmas! Jesus is the reason for the season!!

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395 posted 2004-12-28 12:01 PM


Becka was not far out of my thoughts these past few days, and although she is going to have her up and down days, I know one thing for certain.  This woman is at peace already with herself, life, and death.  I can't help but admire that quality in her of strength, determination, and faith.  I am thrilled she got to spend time with her brother (who donated the stem cell) over the holidays, and the family as well, for this in itself will even make her more determined to stay with them.  May God's good grace continue to be with her, and the family.  You are there but here with me always.
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396 posted 2004-12-28 04:08 PM


Thank you Sharon for keeping us updated on Becky...smiling with this good news and yes.... God is good.

Maree

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397 posted 2005-01-01 07:08 PM


Becky I hope you are doing better Sweetie.
You are daily in my thoughts and prayers. May the New Year see a complete recovery and you back gracing these blue pages as soon as you can. Love and Hugs....Mike and Shawna

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398 posted 2005-01-01 07:23 PM


You are still in my thoughts and prayers, Rebecca, for a speedy recovery. (((HUGS)))
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Happy New Year Rebecca! One more day is a good day! God Bless and I'm still here for you and your family!

Love,
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Thank you, each and every one.  May the new year hold more blessings than trials but most of all, undieing faith.  

Rebecca's about the same, still in Intensive Care, but hanging in there I'm thankful to say.  I'm not telling her about Michael or her great aunt (on 12/22/04) passing on until she's better. She's aware of this great Passions family praying for and cheering her on.

Love,

  Rae

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Thank you Rae for keeping us in touch...

Wishing you and your family a healthy new year...and know that Rebecca is never out of my thoughts and prayers~~

Maureen

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Dear Rae, may the New Year bring only good news for you & Rebecca and all those whom you care about. Prayers continue. Chris
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Thank you Rae for keeping us in touch with what has been going on. I'm sure that she will be better soon and that she will be glad to get out of there. Happy New Year!!! I wish you all the best for the new year and I'm glad that the family is still alright.

*hugs and kisses*

I'm still here if you need anything.

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Thank you Rae for the update. I'm glad she isn't worse. I'm hoping and praying for a complete recovery and that she can come back to all of us stronger than ever. Hugs to all of you......Mike and Shawna
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And when you do tell her about Michael? Maybe read a couple of his posts from the archives, I've bumped up a couple today that are favorites of mine, that I believe Becky will connect with,  that are both beautiful and positive.
Hugs, and still lighting a healing candle for all of you.
one of the links to a Michael Auguste write: /pip/Forum76/HTML/001077.html#18

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406 posted 2005-01-02 10:23 PM


Rae, I hope the new year brings healing light to Becky.  Thanks for keeping us updated.   .....jo
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I am just hoping we see her get out of ICU and into a regular room, not too much to pray for I don't think?  That would certainly be a step forward and she would know that causing even more determination in what I am sure is a tired little lady.

Still lighting my candle for her Rae, and thank you so much for the beautiful writing you sent me, I printed that.

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May the New Year bring a clear improvement in Rebecca's condition. In Jesus' name I pray to send God's love and healing touch.
Love, Margherita

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Dear Rebecca,

May 2005 bring you health, strenght and lots of laughter. Be well White Dove, I'm counting on your return to PIP.

Love,
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410 posted 2005-01-04 12:31 PM


Tears of thankfulness always brim as I read your caring thoughts and prayers for Rebecca.  Yesterday was her oldest son's 16th birthday.  Unfortunately, Rebecca had more problems with a plugged tube for dialysis and they put her on a different machine that operates through a neck vein, I guess.  Husband, Tim, said she was out of it yesterday and had no clue he was even there.  We did our best to help Sam celebrate his birthday. He's a great kid.
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Just to let you know..the prayers for Rebecca continue~
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...and continue...

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Dear Sandgrain:

Your family is never far from my thoughts and always in my prayers!

Love
Betty Lou

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414 posted 2005-01-04 02:51 PM


She has a lot of love surrounding her from all over the world, and it will continue until she is back home reunited with her family and long after

Let's all have faith that it is always worse before it gets better, and she will. It is hard to see the bad days, but she needs that rest for those good days.  My prayers are of course still with her, and all of you Rae.

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415 posted 2005-01-04 03:27 PM


and still continue....
and the candles still burn in faith that she is being held in the hands of angels....

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This goes out to Becky..
I want you to know that you are in my prayers and not a day will go by that i wont think of you.. I have been through 3 months of hell and with the help of all the prayers I have made it and are going home. Father, I pray that you bring Becky out of ICU and that YOU will direct the doctors minds and hands and that YOU will bring her safely through the mist back to us. In our Lord's name I pray. Amen.

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And it continues....
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and surely it continues, and Rae, please convey my belated birthday wishes for Sam...
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My thoughts and prayers continue to be with Rebecca and her family
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Just adding my thoughts and prayers to all the others here
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I got a wonderfully encouraging update from Sandgrain regarding Rebecca's progress that I am glad to share with her "family" here.  

Although still in ICU, yesterday, the report on Becca was better.  She got a new male nurse who said he'd been studying her record to better understand her case.  Ramona (was at the hosp.) said he told Rebecca she needed to get out of bed.  Rebecca shook her head, "No."  The nurse got a reclining chair in there and carefully disconnected what was necessary to move her.  He told her each thing he was doing, then carefully lifted her from her bed onto the recliner.  He said it will help circulation in her legs and feet (she can't move them), and put her more in controll of her body.  He said maybe just 10 minutes at first, and she should try to let him elevate her as much as possible to a sitting position.  She had him raise it a couple of times and actually sat in it for about an hour and a half.  This male nurse said he's going to find out today if maybe they can take her off the dialysis.  Her Dr. had said she'd be on it at least 8 -12 weeks and they now have one hooked up to the juggler vein in her neck, as the line in her side plugged up again.  I'll be anxious to learn what happens with that.  She was awake more.  Ramona said Becca said she wants to go home, so they were talking about having a Christmas in July celebration and Ramona said she'd cook her something on the grill.  Asked what she'd like, Rebecca said, " Enchalladas."  Ramona said Rebecca's really scratched up on her eyes and shoulder.  She's peeling all over so I imagine it's itchy and she doesn't realize how hard she's scratching herself.  Tim said when they first rolled her over the skin on her back sort of just stayed on the bed, like when a snake sheds.  This new male nurse will be back with her again this weekend.  Ramona said he has such a gentle positive attitude with changes he feels will be helpful for her esteem as well as physical well being.

Thank you Rae

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I love the idea of Christmas in July myself too!   Healing blessings going down to you all.  
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This is such an encouraging report to read. Maybe that new male nurse is an angel in disguise??  Sounds as if he is coming at Rebecca's problems from a new angle. Hope this is the first of many really positive updates!

Love
Betty Lou

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I think it's time for another barrage of get well or 'thinking of you' cards for Becky don't you all? If you need her address, please contact Mysteria or myself or her mom, Rae (sandgrain).


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Sometimes, it's the therapist/nurse that knows what is really needed in the healing process.  Rebecca remains in our prayers.  I know that both Fagin and I are together in wanting her out of there, and back home again!

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Rebecca, my prayers continue for you and I'm hoping the New Year will bring much healing to you.

I keep your family in my prayers also.

hugs hon ... Marti

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Hoping to hear that Becca is up in the chair daily, and gaining a little strength?  I too, keep her close at heart, and she never wanders far from my thoughts.  
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Thinking of you, Becky.   ....jo
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Thank you all so much.  Fagin, your prayer is beautiful and of course everyones prayers and good wishes are greatly appreciated. I'll be sure to tell Sam of the extra birthday wishes, too.  Thanks.

Rebecca was having more bleeding again with purplish skin and yellow whites in her eyes, and very swollen Mon. She said she thought she was dieing Sun. night as she couldn't breathe. They said they were going to do an upper GI to see if they can find where the blood's coming from.  This afternoon I called as it was horribly foggy and I was afraid I'd wind up in Indiana if I attempted that 2 hour drive unable to see signs.  To my surprise they'd moved her back up on the 10th floor.  I talked to her nurse who said Rebecca's still on all the same medications, just in a different room.  She said the upper GI was just done today so they had no results yet.  I'll let you know more when I do.

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We're still praying Sandgrain.  Please tell her.  Love, Joyce
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*hearthugs* and prayers


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~prayers continuing~

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Sandgrain...it must be so hard to be so far away from her.  My thoughts continue to be with you both!  
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I hope to hear that you are smiling today Rae.  How hard this has to be on all of you.  My prayers are always with the family down there.
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Sandgrain:  Thanks for taking time to let us know about Rebecca.  What a horrible ordeal for all of you.  Prayers never cease and hope is still high!

Love
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Please tell her we are praying hard and we miss her. Mike and Shawna
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Both Sharon and I received an update from Rebecca's Mom, Rae today, and it is good news.  I have taken out parts that would be of interest to her friends here, and please continue lighting those candles, and saying those prayers.  They are working!

After 5 long weeks in Intensive Care Unit, Rebecca was moved to a regular hospital room in the stem cell transplant unit.  Her swelling is down from what it was and she has a splotchy red rash everywhere, which is an improvement from the purple color she was.  Creases in her elbows are cracked open. She's not yet able to eat, the nurse tells me.  Her physical therapist bent her arm and leg joints and actually lifted her to a sitting position for a couple minutes.  Rebecca said that hurt her spine and her legs hurt after therapy, but she's been laying still (except for being turned side to side these past 7-10 days and in a reclining chair once) for 5 weeks.
  
She's able to work the remote to raise and lower the head of her bed, and the other one for the t.v. she had on when we came.

She's still on all the medications she was, plus more steroids again, and gets dialysis through her juggler vein.

I brought many of the beautiful inspiring poems and comments written for her from the "Passions in Poetry" forum and read them to her.  She'd utter, "Louder," or point to her right ear, the one she can hear out of, if it's loud enough.  She said she can feel the comforting presence of prayers being said for her.  When I read one poet's comment that he underwent transplants she knew who it was.  I named as many as I could think of who are praying for her that she wouldn't have known.  Ramona brought her a cute little orange tiger.  Becca asked for it and took the ribbon off.  The Rubic cube is on her night stand.
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She said it's so nice to be back in that unit she calls 'home'.  She was awake most of the time we were there between 11 am - 2:30 pm.  I was surprised, as the pysical therapy was quite a workout for her. She napped for a half hour when we went for lunch and was really sleepy when we left.

Good report!

Candles burns brightly
Until Rebecca is home
With us once again




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Yes, very good news,

Thank you Sharon for keeping us in touch~~

M

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Yes, thankyou Sharon for updating us.
Prayers shall continue for dear Becky.

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Sharon:  Thanks so much for sharing this with us.  Sounds really promising for Rebecca and I do hope there will be progress every day.  I am always praying for her and sending her cards. Hoping someday she can read them herself!

Love
Betty Lou

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441 posted 2005-01-15 03:06 PM


Sharon posted a rather funny poem in the Open Forum of how she and Rebecca first met, and shared time on ICQ when Pipp was only starting out.  It is very humorous and she has asked that everyone also send some humor to her, as there truly is no better medicine than laughter.

If you have a funny story poem for Rebecca to be read by visitors to her, please post it.  Here is the link to Sharon's post yeserday in Open:
/pip/Forum91/HTML/002928.html

Becca has a great sense of humor and loves having things from Passions In Poetry read to her by her Mom, Rae or visitors.  As soon as I hear from Rae, regarding Becca's new room number and the address of the hospital I will post it here.  When it is posted folks, let's send her those cards and wishes, she would love to see them!

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Thanks so much for the update. We are praying daily for her and we know that the Lord is listening.
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Hi again everyone,

I heard from Sandgrain and she said Rebecca would love to get cards, letters, poems, whatever you wish to send would be wonderful!  Here is the address to send your mail to:

Rebecca Grant
Rush Univeristy Medical Center
10 Kellogg Rm. 1031
1653 W. Congress Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60612

Oh happy day!  Let's fill that room to the rafters shall we?  

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I'll make sure to send her something. Thanks for the information girl.

Thinking of you daily Becca. (((((HUGS)))))

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Mail on the way!

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Thanks Sharon for this imformation.

Mxx

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Did Rebecca ever get a copy of last year's Reflections Anthology? If not, I would like to donate a copy (my poems have been signed)
and perhaps, I could send it along to other poets to sign, before sending it on to her?
Just a thought, as I have an extra copy.

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If we will the room then where will Becca relax? Thank you Sharon for all the information that you are passing along to us that keep praying for "The Dove."  Thank you for the address,Mysteria, I truely appreciate having a place that I can write Becca and send her cards and flowers to show that I miss her here and hope that she gets better soon.

Becca, congrats on your progress. It is all uphill from here. God Bless you Sandgrain and the rest of the family that is holding strong for her. I'm here to say that I'm keeping the candle lit for her.

*hugs and kisses* For all the Passions family that is standing by Becca's side. It is good to see how much love is here.

Love,
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WARNING NOTICE

Because of Rebecca's immunity problems which have to do with the stem cell transplant, she CANNOT have flowers. Card would be wonderful, though or a note.  I do take whatever's posted to read to her and I know she enjoys it.

Today was a bad day.  She was out of it all the while we were there so didn't read her anything or even talk much to her as she was moaning with each breath, and the nurses said she'd been that way all morning before we arrived.  Her skin looks better though.  Some sores and cracking are begining to heal and much of the peeling has come off.  I pray for a better tomorrow.

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I too will pray for a better tomorrow.  I think these are resting days, where she just picks up steam for the better days.   May she rest well tonight, and tomorrow be a much better day Rae.
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Dear sandgrain:  I'm sorry Rebecca didn't have a good day today and you couldn't talk to her.  Always disappointing I know. will hope for a better report tomorrow!

I did mail her a "funny" poem but sent it to her home and thought you could judge when she would feel like hearing it. You know I am praying daily for all of you!

Love
Betty Lou

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452 posted 2005-01-18 10:33 PM


Prayers for better days ahead for Rebecca, and the whole family, Rae. (((HUGS)))
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Hi everyone,

I received a note from Rae, saying Rebecca is having a bit of a bad spell even though they think her treatment seems to be working.  Eventually things will settle down, and when she is more coherent and "with us," I hope she wakes up to a room full of wishes from everyone here in the way of cards we have sent.  Again, here is her address at the hospital for you to forward your cards to.  May God bless her and her family at this most difficult time.

Rebecca Grant
Rush Univeristy Medical Center
10 Kellogg Rm. 1031
1653 W. Congress Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60612

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Morning all,

I received this today from Rebecca's Mom, and she wanted you all to be updated on her condition as it is now.

quote:
For 10 days Rebecca returned to her regular hospital room after 5 weeks in ICU.  However, things weren't going well so back to ICU she went on a ventilator.  Yesterday she was off the ventilator, back in her 10th floor room again, but having some problems.  The last few days she's been awake and coherent for bits of time.

Thanks so much for keeping her in your prayers.

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455 posted 2005-01-26 12:21 PM


Thank you, Sharon - for keeping us informed.  Hoping and praying for good news and sending Becky my very, very best...
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We are still praying daily for Becky and will continue. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Shawna

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Continuing to pray for Rebecca...Keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts.

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Things are not going well for Becky. She is being moved back to ICU.


She needs a miracle......

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This is sad news - Wishing for the miracle with you, PdV...
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Miracle working prayers here.
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Prayers and thoughts continue from here as well ...
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So sorry to hear this latest report!  We all believe in miracles so surely there is one for Becky!

Love
Betty Lou

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sending love and prayers your way Rebecca.


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praying
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adding my prayers here with all the others
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Please let Becky know the circle of love and prayers continues for her.

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I really hate to hear this.. but lets all keep hoping and praying

Oh, make me Thine forever
And should I fainting be
Lord, let me never ever
Outlive my love for Thee

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Still praying for the most amazing woman I have had the pleasure of knowing. Lots of thoughts and prayers for Tim and rest of family as well.
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love and prayers continue on

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Keeping dear Rebecca in my heartprayers.
Sending love and calling for the Angels to help her overcome the crisis.
Love, Margherita


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It is with an extremely very heavy heart I  post this sad announcement as requested by Rebecca's Mother, Rae.  I received this news only this evening, and know her friends here would want to know.

Rebecca has gone home to be with her God, and no longer is in any pain.  My sincere sympathy to the entire family.  Rebecca was loved by so many, and will always be remembered for the loving soul she was.

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Dear, dear Sharon,

Today Tim, their 2 daughters, Randy (flew in last night), Ramona and Rhonda, (her brother, and sisters) all went down to see Becca.  Since she's in ICU, which  really is small quarters and has a limit of 2 visitors at a time, I decided to stay home and make a dinner for all, and let them spend time with her.  Randy just called saying she knew he was there, they all talked to her and her Dr. came in and talked to all of them explaining exactly what was going on with her.  He said the longer they keep her going the sicker she gets and harder her struggle is.  Tim took the girls home then the ventilator was removed to see how she'd do.  She hung in there about 15 minutes, passing away about 6 PM.  

Love,
  Rae

You may post any or all of it.




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Oh, Rebecca.....

Go with God, my friend

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...



~Rest in peace dear Rebecca~

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This is truly, truly sad news.

My thoughts are with you all, knowing it was the hardest, but most humane decission that could've been made for Becca.

We come and go on Angel's wings
She's been called home too soon
But in our mind she'll stay forever
And see her smile in full of moon

Titia



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I was lifted up on Angel's wings,
And through the Heavens soared.
I had been forgivin my sin and...
My soul had been restored.


WhtDove  Open Forum #1 09/24/99

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478 posted 2005-02-03 09:57 PM


no words

I have none.

sigh

I'm so very sorry...anyone who ever had the grace to know her was blessed.

A truly beautiful person

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479 posted 2005-02-03 09:58 PM


Oh Rebecca! You were a true to friend to me when no one else would take the time. You were an inspiration and you still are. I will miss you so incredibly much but I am so glad that your suffering is over. I'm sure that you flew to heaven on the wings of a snow White Dove. Oh dearest friend, you are deeply loved and will be sorely missed. To the family, we are so sorry for the loss of such a gracious, loving lady. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Mike and Shawna
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Dear Rae and family:  I am so saddened to hear this, even knowing Becky is in a far better place.  My thoughts are with all of you.  She put up a valiant fight!

Love
Betty Lou

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Rest in peace, sweet Becky. Now there is no pain.

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Rebecca's Family...

A little while ago I saw WhtDove's message
winging upward again, and knew it was something
I did not want to read, but knew, regardless,
that I would.

Rebecca was a guiding light here in Passions...
she believed in everyone she came into contact with;
and she gave them her unconditional spirit...

You see...

Here in Passions, Rebecca will continue to live, and lift...
for she will continue on with her Word, and words, as long as Passion might live.

God Bless you all...
I will continue to keep Rebecca's family in my prayers.

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483 posted 2005-02-03 10:53 PM


She will rest in peace and joy, knowing full well all those lives she affected.  None are truly dead until the ripples their life caused cease to stir the waters.  And she had some large ripples.
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I had to post this poem of WhtDove's, as I think it really covers it all doesn't it?

What an incredible human being she was indeed!  She did touch more people than she even realized here and in the main forum with her spiritual poetry.
/pip/Forum75/HTML/000976.html#13

For Becca:
"<*\\\><    
Life may have influenced who we R, but we're responsible for what we become.
I don't question YOUR existance- GOD


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I didn't know until just now
I barely had a chance to know her, but remember each moment of interaction here at Pips.
Goodbye, sweetest angel, White dove.

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Praying for the family, now. And holding on to the knowledge that she no longer hurts.

*hugs* for everyone...

Though I didn't know her well,
I do know she was a strong,
faithful, and amazing lady.
She'll be missed...

He was a man of sorrows
...I am a girl of tears.

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I'm so sorry to hear this...her stuggle came at the same time as my husbands...and I read him all of this thread...we are both crying now.  
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(sigh) I am so very sorry to hear this. Becky was an amazing lady. Go with God sweet angel.
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I am so very sorry to hear this news. Rebecca was an inspiration to me in so many ways, and one of the greatest, was her faith.

My sincerest sympathies to her family. She will be dearly missed.


The Angel Comes

Just close your eyes, my tired one,
Our peaceful journey has begun.

Take hold my hand, and feathered wing,
Lift up your heart to sweetly sing,
Beyond the pain that holds you here,
I'll guide your soul ... for heaven's near.

Fear not, the brilliant lights you see,
'Tis heaven's trail, we rise to meet.
Let calm and peace surround your heart,
For never do we truly part.

You leave behind on earthly plain,
Your memories, for they remain
Deep in the heart of those you love,
A treasured gift from God above.

The love and care you've given all,
Will stay with them, for evermore;
Within their hearts, you'll always stay,
In prayer, one tender thought away.

While in their time of deep despair,
We'll travel 'mongst them unaware;
Your presence felt by those will bring,
A whispered touch, from new-sprung wings.

For times they wish you to be near,
They'll feel your warmth, your love, your care;
A spark, in memory you'll ignite,
To drift them off to sleep at night.

A quiet touch, a lightened heart,
Is how they'll feel your love impart;
Beyond the bounds of heaven's door,
With angels as you drift and soar.

So gentle one, your time is here,
I've come to take away your fear;
This earthly body cannot mend ...
Your suffering, is at an end.

So take my hand, and follow me,
To rest in peaceful harmony,
Come soar with me above the clouds,
To heaven's gate, where love abounds.

Take comfort now, we've reached the light ...
Your soul released, to angel's flight.

/Kit McCallum

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491 posted 2005-02-04 06:55 AM


Rae, Tim and family

How truly amazing and loving she was. She will remain here held tight in my heart forever

I am so very sorry.

Maree

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I am deeply, deeply saddened.  We shall miss you dearly, Rebecca...
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My heart goes out to all of Rebecca's family. What a wonderful lady she was and how deeply missed she will be. Rebecca taught everyone here on Passions a thing or two about faith and friendship. I know God welcomed this very special dove with open arms and that now she truly has her wings with which to fly. Fly high dear friend!

Stand Not There
~Ruth Kephart~

Stand not by my grave and weep
Where my body’s buried cold and deep
I am not, nor, were ever there
Beneath the ground now striped and bare

Stand not by my casket closed
Head bowed down, your stance reposed
Wherein the lowly vessel lies
I am not there, mine is the skies

Please, stand not under falling rain
In cemetery filled with pain
Where mourners gather out of love
I am not there, I’ve rose above

Oh stand not there, and do not cry
My dearest friends, I’ll tell you why
I’ve gone to greater places far
Above soft clouds and glistening star

'Till one day we shall meet once more
Where angels sing on golden shore
So do not stand there, do not weep
Let my body go, my memory keep

I am nothing special...and my name will soon be forgotten,but I've loved another with all my heart and soul,and to me,this has always been enough.~N.S

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494 posted 2005-02-04 08:51 AM


And an angel flies home....  My sympathy and love to your Rae and family.
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no words ... tears flowing

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~Rest in the arms of the Lord dear Rebecca~

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I can barely see to type...

I never had the priviledge of meeting Becky in person... but I've talked with her on the phone... and a kinder, gentler lady never existed... She shared her strength with so many of us so many times and in so many ways... the only thing that makes this bearable is knowing how strong her faith was... and knowing that today, she's with her Lord and smiling on us all.

Rest in peace, beloved White Dove... you blessed us all.

And to Rae and Tim and all of her family... thank you for sharing her with us. My heartfelt prayers are with you.

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498 posted 2005-02-04 04:42 PM


((((((((((Rae))))))))))
Holding you close dear Rae in this hard time. While dear Rebecca soars high and free with the Angels on her way back Home into God's arms, your heart is torn apart.
Your connection of love continues, may this truth bring comfort.
Deeply saddened,
with love
Margherita


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499 posted 2005-02-04 07:24 PM


I am stunned and saddened by this news. Rebecca was my first friend here at Passions. I will miss her more than words can say.

My deepest sympathies to Rebecca's family. Their loss is great.

Rest in peace, my friend.

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500 posted 2005-02-04 10:16 PM


This is such sad news. It just breaks my heart that we seem to have lost so many here in pip.
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I received a note from Becca's Mom, Rae, and would like to pass on the arrangements that her family have now made.  I know there may be those in her loving family here too, that might possibly wish to donate to "The Rebecca Grant Memorial," that has been set up at the funeral home in her name.  

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It's been a busy day with lots of hugs.  All day I keep saying, "Thank you, Lord, Becca's in a better place today than she was yesterday."

Tim said they'd talked it over after our son Rod's death.  Rebecca said she wanted to be cremated, so there'll be a memorial service Tuesday, February 8th at 6 P.M. at:

Anderson Funeral Home
2011 S. 4th St.
DeKalb, Il. 60115
Phone:  (815) 756-1022  

A memorial has been established there in her name, also.

We're so thankful to everyone for all this wonderful support and the constant prayers.  No words could possibly express the comfort derived.

God bless you, Sharon.  I'll be in touch.  I printed out all the sympathy wishes ( 7 pages) from the discussion forum to share with all the family.

Love,

Rae


I too found myself saying off and on today, "Thank you God for taking Becca home."  

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Heaven is a better place today. May the angels love her as much as she was loved on earth. Love to all of her beloved family. Joyce
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503 posted 2005-02-05 11:14 PM


I, too, am lost for words to express my appreciation to each of you. I've been busy copying poetic tributes and expressions of sympathy messages you've posted.  We're making a book of her poetry to be placed at her memorial with your kind verses and comments in the pages that follow.  This will be presented to Tim and their children as a keepsake.  Both Spiritual and Open had poems.  Thank you all so very much.

Love and God's blessings,

   Rae

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Dear Rae and all of dear Becky's family,

I just read this thread and I am so sad for you all.  To have had such a special spirit with you and then to allow her to climb to that place where her body will be perfected, it must be so difficult for you all.  My heart goes out to you filled with the joy that Becky shared with me of her faith of love.  I pray the peace that passes understanding alights within your hearts.....jo

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This was one of my favorites from Rebecca.
/pip/Forum25/HTML/000904.html

Earth's crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes.
Elizabeth Barrett Browning

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506 posted 2005-02-06 08:28 AM


Here are just a few more of my favorites from Rebecca.

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/pip/Forum25/HTML/000029.html
/pip/Forum25/HTML/000140.html
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Earth's crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes.
Elizabeth Barrett Browning

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Such a wonderful poet and angelic person... I"m so sad to see her go, but I'm happy that she is with her Savior, who she loved so much,and who she worked for all of her life. Rest in Peace Becky... and prayers for strength to the family.

Oh, make me Thine forever
And should I fainting be
Lord, let me never ever
Outlive my love for Thee

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No words can adequately express my sorrow to Rebecca's family.
Know she is in a better place and will be sorely missed here at Passions.

My God's grace and healing be with you all.
Hugs, Marti

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Dear Rae and family:

Thanks for keeping us updated.  I can still hardly believe Becky is no longer with us.
She left a big impact on this site and everyone she came in contact with. She will never be forgotten and through her wonderful poems, lives on with us. My deepest sympathy is with all of you and continuing love and prayers.

Betty Lou

Betty Lou Hebert

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My deepest sympathies to Rebecca's family. The loss is great, and I can only pray for strength for all...

Rest in peace, my friend.

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From the Daily Chronical obituary http://www.daily-chronicle.com/articles/2005/02/09/record/obituaries/zzaobits02.txt

REBECCA A. GRANT

Rebecca A. Grant, 38, of DeKalb, Ill., passed away Thursday, Feb. 3, 2005, at St. Luke's Rush Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago.

Born Sept., 9, 1966, in Hinsdale, she was the daughter of Raymond D. and Raeburn L. (Arnott) Petersen. She married Timothy Wayne Grant on Aug. 6, 1988, in a garden wedding in Villa Park.

Rebecca was a loving wife, mother, daughter and sister. She enjoyed writing spiritual poetry and was a moderator for a poetry website. She studied the Lord's word at Shepard's Chapel in Gravette, Ark. She loved to watch the sunsets with her husband and family.

She is survived by her husband, Tim; her three children still at home, Samuel Nicholas, Amber Rae, and Ashley Jennette Grant; her parents, Ray and Rae Petersen of Sycamore; three siblings, Randy Petersen of Turlock, Calif., Rhonda Petersen of Villia Park, and Ramona (Ed) Moore of Bartlett; her grandmother, Mary Petersen of Rhinelander, Wis.; many nieces and nephews; and her in-laws, James and Betty Patrick of Batavia.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Roderick Petersen.

Memorial services will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at the Anderson Funeral Home in DeKalb, Rick Sample of Arkansas will officiate. Cremation has taken place at the Anderson Funeral Home, Ltd. Crematory in DeKalb, with interment at a later date. Visitation will be held on Feb. 8th from 5-6 p.m. at the funeral home.

A memorial is being established for Rebecca A. Grant in care of the Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115.

For information, call (815) 756-1022.

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Thank you, Sharon.

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513 posted 2005-02-11 01:52 PM


I wanted to clarify for some the intent of the "Memorial Fund" set up in Rebecca Grant's name at Anderson Funeral Home.  I received a note from her Mom that will explain the intent inasmuch as she knows it to be.

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The funeral director from Anderson's said they'll deliver or mail whatever memorial cards and/or funds might come in directly to Tim.  Tim can take his time determining how he wants to use the funds. A memorial in her honor, hospital bills, an education fund for the kids,or any way he wishes, it can be used, the director told him.  The funds, in cards we receive, are given to Tim.  He mentioned a memorial for her at the park, in addition to a marker where her ashes will be buried, but haven't heard of anything beyond that.  I'll be glad to pass the question on to him, as people have every right to know how any donation they make will be used. We can get together to write 'thank you' notes next week.  I appreciate he sure could use some wind-down time, too.

When I get something more definite, I'll surely let you know.
Love,
  Rae
Any cards/donations can be sent to:

Rebecca A. Grant Memorial Fund
Anderson Funeral Home,
P.O. Box 605, 2011 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115.

For information, call (815) 756-1022.

Thank you all for asking about the fund, and God bless the "Dove."


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514 posted 2005-02-16 09:56 PM


No words can possibly express how deeply grateful we are for each and every prayer, post, card, e-mail, and tribute during Becca's suffering and beyond her passing.

A book of her poetry with the tributes and wishes from you, was presented to Tim and the children as a keepsake.  It was at her memorial where many read and requested copies.

It was here with this family, that her faith grew.  It's been so heartwarming to know how many she's touched in a positive way.

God bless each of you caring souls.

Love,
   Rae

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515 posted 2013-02-19 08:49 PM


I miss you so much, Mom.
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Ashley, I am so glad you came here to see the love that your mother received by our poets and community. I know it is hard, but she is talking to you even now. Please know she is looking over all of her loved ones, and still inhabits the minds of many poets here who knew her.

Peace be with you, child.

Always,

Sunshine


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Hi Ashley,

I never met your Mom here, but I wish I had.  I can still feel the love that people have for her after so many years.  

Thinking of you.
Alison

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Been missing her too...

Hope this helps



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