Our prayer is for everyone in 2009 to find peace, happiness and good health for 2009. May God be with everyone who will undergo chemotherapy for the first time in 2009, for those that have ended their chemo treatments, for those who are in remission and for those that will not survive. May God be with all of you and your families.
Joyce's Chemocap Project will continue and we are hoping that we can increase the amount of caps made. We are getting a lot of requests for caps. One of the volunteers at the oncology center said that it was such a joy to see the faces last week as they were going through the box to find just the right cap for them. We need more knitters and crocheters. Anyone reading this, if you knit or crochet, please give us a call. If you know of someone who can knit or crochet for us, please refer them to us. It doesn't take a lot of time to complete a cap and can be made at your leasure. What is the saying about 'idle hands'?
And thank's to all who have made caps for us in 2008. We truly appreciate you.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
Merry Christmas from Joyce's Chemo Cap Project
Merry Christmas from all of the knitters and crocheters to all of you who have cancer, have survived cancer or have lost a loved one from cancer. We hope that our caps have given to each person who wears our cap a little happiness, a little dignity and a little comfort. Each cap was made with love and with a prayer for the person who gets the cap. We wish for you and all your loved ones the joy and wonder of the season. Most of all, we hope that you will all find peace during this special time of the year.
Lena, Vivian and Jan want to thank everyone who has made a cap or caps for our project. And a thank you to all who have donated yarn or money for our project. We pray for a blessing for you and your families who have given blessings to so many. Christmas is a time for giving but you have given all year.
We want to thank Joyce's family who have been so supportive and helpful to us. You are all special people. Joyce did a good job raising you.
And, thank you, Joyce. We love you.
Lena, Vivian and Jan want to thank everyone who has made a cap or caps for our project. And a thank you to all who have donated yarn or money for our project. We pray for a blessing for you and your families who have given blessings to so many. Christmas is a time for giving but you have given all year.
We want to thank Joyce's family who have been so supportive and helpful to us. You are all special people. Joyce did a good job raising you.
And, thank you, Joyce. We love you.
A Christmas Poem
Christmas is forever, not for just one day,
for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away
like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf.
The good you do for others is good you do yourself.
- Norman W. Brooks –
HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS!!
for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away
like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf.
The good you do for others is good you do yourself.
- Norman W. Brooks –
HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS!!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
So, They Found Something on your Mammogram
It happens sometimes. You have a mammogram and get a letter that there was something in your mammogram that needs to be checked. Don't Panic!! This isn't unusual. I got a letter last week. I waited for Monday to come to find out what it was. I've never received a letter like that before. They said that there were two spots they wanted to check. So I had another mammogram and then an ultrasound. It wasn't anything. It could have been. But it wasn't. It's so important to get that first mammogram. And a followup is important too. Don't be afraid. Don't shy away from that second test. I could have worried but left it in God's hands. If they found something in the ultrasound, then I'd have it taken care of. But not to worry until there's something to worry about. Mammograms are sooooo important.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
First Christmas with Cancer
Jingle Bell Rock’ and ‘Little Drummer Boy’ reverberating through shopping centres are a given this time of the year. Joyous Father Christmases with gleeful faces are surrounding us like a halo. If this is your first Christmas with cancer, you might want to run up to them and scream: “Shush!! There are serious things happening in my life!!” But you can’t, and you shouldn’t. Christmas is there for a reason, and will remain as such. There are lots you can do to make this one especially unique.
Remember that you CAN beat cancer. Once you get your trail of thought focused on that fact, your attitude will surely follow. There are many reasons to get out of bed. The nearest-and-dearest people in your life might feel awkward at this time, and are most definitely concerned about your well-being. Start with them. Do something particularly special for their Christmas stockings. Write a poem, make a painting, award someone with a certificate of excellence, knit a scarf, make a family collage, or dedicate a song – anything that is a personal gift from you to them. Some loved-ones that seem to have ‘pulled away’ since your diagnosis can be pulled right back in, with your help. They are just as shocked, worried and bewildered as you with the news of your illness. Not all people know how to deal with these feelings, and are at a loss for words. Show them that you understand, care for them, need them and feel the same. Think of something that will particularly charm each of those people closest to your heart. Become Father Christmas!!
We all have to learn to live life to the fullest. Choose two nice things to do for Christmas. Your energy levels might not be what they were before therapy, so more than two will tire you, and lessen the joy of the occasion. Quality, and not quantity, should be your motto this year. If you have the fortitude to host something, ask for help. It will be great fun having a ‘group preparation’ for a fun celebration. For once, have that storybook Christmas you’ve always dreamed about. Your attitude will make it possible, and your loved-ones will be astounded by your positive spirit.
Another point to consider is the foods associated with Christmas. Fact is, it’s seldom – if ever – the organic, nutritious, vegetable laden tables that will await you. Foods with sinful substances, sub-substances, sugars, fat, creams, wines and all sorts of immune system nightmares are a sure thing. It is only Christmas once. Have a taste, and fear not. Just bear in mind that rich foods might make you nauseous, and your appetite might be in reverse gear. Dish for yourself as for a small child. After Christmas you can always go on a ‘binge corrector’ diet, and stick to raw vegetables and fruit for a day or two.
If you feel like portraying that hidden hippy, gypsy, model, princess or eccentric artist in you – go out and search for the outfit. Get attitude and have fun doing so! Whilst planning or shopping, sing to yourself: “I’m not done yet!” Your ‘boots of stance’ regarding your condition will help you climb the highest Christmas tree.
Adelle Ottavini-Editor of BelleOnline
Remember that you CAN beat cancer. Once you get your trail of thought focused on that fact, your attitude will surely follow. There are many reasons to get out of bed. The nearest-and-dearest people in your life might feel awkward at this time, and are most definitely concerned about your well-being. Start with them. Do something particularly special for their Christmas stockings. Write a poem, make a painting, award someone with a certificate of excellence, knit a scarf, make a family collage, or dedicate a song – anything that is a personal gift from you to them. Some loved-ones that seem to have ‘pulled away’ since your diagnosis can be pulled right back in, with your help. They are just as shocked, worried and bewildered as you with the news of your illness. Not all people know how to deal with these feelings, and are at a loss for words. Show them that you understand, care for them, need them and feel the same. Think of something that will particularly charm each of those people closest to your heart. Become Father Christmas!!
We all have to learn to live life to the fullest. Choose two nice things to do for Christmas. Your energy levels might not be what they were before therapy, so more than two will tire you, and lessen the joy of the occasion. Quality, and not quantity, should be your motto this year. If you have the fortitude to host something, ask for help. It will be great fun having a ‘group preparation’ for a fun celebration. For once, have that storybook Christmas you’ve always dreamed about. Your attitude will make it possible, and your loved-ones will be astounded by your positive spirit.
Another point to consider is the foods associated with Christmas. Fact is, it’s seldom – if ever – the organic, nutritious, vegetable laden tables that will await you. Foods with sinful substances, sub-substances, sugars, fat, creams, wines and all sorts of immune system nightmares are a sure thing. It is only Christmas once. Have a taste, and fear not. Just bear in mind that rich foods might make you nauseous, and your appetite might be in reverse gear. Dish for yourself as for a small child. After Christmas you can always go on a ‘binge corrector’ diet, and stick to raw vegetables and fruit for a day or two.
If you feel like portraying that hidden hippy, gypsy, model, princess or eccentric artist in you – go out and search for the outfit. Get attitude and have fun doing so! Whilst planning or shopping, sing to yourself: “I’m not done yet!” Your ‘boots of stance’ regarding your condition will help you climb the highest Christmas tree.
Adelle Ottavini-Editor of BelleOnline
Christmas Poem
Christmas is forever, not for just one day,
for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away
like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf.
The good you do for others is good you do yourself.
- Norman W. Brooks –
for loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away
like bells and lights and tinsel, in some box upon a shelf.
The good you do for others is good you do yourself.
- Norman W. Brooks –
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