Hi Everyone- Amy the Blog maven here.
I'm going to take over writing the blog entries again for a bit. As you may have known or suspected, Deb's GBM has progressed significantly, and it's time for her to move back to the east coast.
Deb had a MRI yesterday that confirmed the loss of function we have all be witnessing over the past month or so. The Doctors have warned Deb's family that the decline will continue and most likely accelerate dramatically in the coming weeks. Her mom Diane and her sister Amy will be going out on Thursday with the intentions of bringing her home.
I've posted a picture I took last week when Deb was visiting - it's of my sister Eileen, my daughter (and Deb's god-daughter) Andrea and Deb. I thought you all might want to see it - Deb looks great. From my perspective, one of the hardest things is that Deb is not entirely clear on what is happening to her right now -I personally think it is hard-wired into the human race not to. She is struggling with how to communicate with all of us. Her family thinks that it would be best if we post our good wishes here. Deb will contact people directly when she can.
We'll keep posts coming as we hear things. I know I speak for all of her friends when I say we love you Deb!! Reardons all, take care of yourselves and let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
A.L.M.
I've posted a picture I took last week when Deb was visiting - it's of my sister Eileen, my daughter (and Deb's god-daughter) Andrea and Deb. I thought you all might want to see it - Deb looks great. From my perspective, one of the hardest things is that Deb is not entirely clear on what is happening to her right now -I personally think it is hard-wired into the human race not to. She is struggling with how to communicate with all of us. Her family thinks that it would be best if we post our good wishes here. Deb will contact people directly when she can.
We'll keep posts coming as we hear things. I know I speak for all of her friends when I say we love you Deb!! Reardons all, take care of yourselves and let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
A.L.M.
13 comments:
Deb & Family,
Words do not come easily at a time like this. I keep writing then canceling my entry here because I'm not sure of what to say. I guess I have to say that Deb is one of the most wonderful people I have ever met. Her and I had a lot of fun together during high school, I have many good memories of those times! My dear friend, I love you with all my heart and hope that you find comfort in moving back east (wish I was there!) You have such good friends and an amazing family, my prayers are with you all.
Love you lots!
Nikki
Dear Deb,
It is hard to hear this news and I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. You are absolutely amazing and inspiring - you are a strong woman with a true spirit. Keep up your sense of humor for me, okay? I am sure you will find support and comfort back here in New England.
Much love,
Jess
Debbie,
Your friendship is such a blessing to us. Knowing you has added so much to our lives. When we needed help you were there and we hope we can do the same for you and your family. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you,
Larry and Priscilla
Deb and family,
As you make a shift back East, let me know if there is anything I can do to assist.
My positive thoughts and prayers are with you very, very frequently.
Wishing you safe travels during this challenging time.
Best beacons,
Karin (aka Bea)
Debbie,
It was so wonderful to see you last week. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers always! Keep fighting, stay strong and always keep the positive fire burning inside you!
Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Love always,
Chantal
Well, damn.
I keep trying to think of a song to spoof, but I've spent too much time recently with a friend's 10 year old son who keeps singing some stupid "stick a banana in your ear" song he found on You Tube. I doubt spoofing THAT would make sense to anyone.
Deb - I celebrate who you are - a hilarious woman - strong, brave, generous and darned good looking. I'm proud to call you friend. I'm thankful you mentored me all those years ago at Pfizer. I'm thankful I finally found someone who can out-eat me. I'm thankful to know there's at least one person who dances worse than me. I'm grateful to know one more individual who cracks up totally at potty humor jokes. I refuse to let GBM take those things from me.
So there.
Cancer sucks.
Mol
To my gorgeous Gemini friend,
This is crap news, to say the least. I do not know what to say but that I love you, and will keep praying for you. I wish we could go and grab lunch and Olio and dish like the old days. Please let me know any way I can help as you travel back east.
xxoo
Alicyn
My Miss Debbie,
I am at a loss for words. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep your head held high and your spirits up. We love you so much and are so happy we got to hang out with you last week, our friend. You keep fighting this damn thing and know we are fighting it with you.
All my best to you and your family.
Diane, Amy and family - PLEASE let me know if there is ANYTHING at all i can do to help you during this difficult time. If you need help moving or need help finding homes for the animals please let me know. You can call me 860 464-4071 any time. My best to all of you; please know we are praying for you.
Melvin (a.k.a Carrie) and family as well as Debbie's east coast posse
There is suck, and then there is major suck - this is major suck, no? Hope that the move back east goes relatively smoothly, all things considered. As much as I hated that car, so sorry to hear of the mishap and so thankful that only cars versus persons were hurt. Not the homecoming that you had imagined Debbie, but home none the less - hope that you find comfort and much love in the arms of your family, and that you all find the strength and courage for the tough road ahead. Fight it with all that you got and what you got, as all know quite well, is a shitload! You go girl - many folks are behind, beside you and with you in spirit and in love.
My prayers (I know - me pray? :)) are so with you and your family, and Barney and Bailey send you many tail wags and wet kisses.
Love,
Barbara
I'm so sad to hear this news, Deb. Cancer sucks!!! You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers daily. If there's anything you or your family need once you get back to the east coast, please let me know. The girls loved meeting you and "talked" to you all the way home from your cousin's house on their play phones. I guess you made quite an impression on them!
I love ya, Deb! Keep strong!
Donna:)
This is not the news I'd hope to hear, it does suck!!! I'm so glad we became friends Deb you are one of a kind. Funny, gentle and beautiful in body and spirit. If there is anything myself or my husband can do to help with the move please call. Cell: 860-608-8303 Hm: 860-367-9206 I love you and my prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Love ya
Mary Keep Strong!
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