Wednesday, October 27, 2010

OKAY ENOUGH OF THAT

As most of you know I have been struggling with a new cancer diagnosis and subsequent information from the medical establishment that seemed to be getting worse and worse by the week. This has had the understandable and normal effect of scaring the crap out of me (and my family) and making me feel very sad, even depressed despite all the wonderful support and prayers from you all.

Today it changes. I am taking back my life. I am tired of worrying about the worst that could happen. I am ready to expect only the best and then some.

I am ready to heal.

I believe in the incredible power of the human body. I believe in the power of mind over matter. I believe in the power of prayer. I believe in my own body's ability to heal. I believe in the power of being loved and cared for by a multitude of family and friends.

The only thing any of us has is today and today I feel damn good. I am strong and have no pain. I look damn good. The sun is shining and it is a gorgeous fall day.

I am ready to heal.

8 comments:

  1. WONDERFUL POST!! This is the Judy I know and love, nothing can hold you back.

    Cathy A-C

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  2. Now that's the Judy I know and LOVE! You go girl!

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  3. Atta girl!!! Show 'em the strength of our genes!
    Love,
    Your Iowa cousin

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  4. That, my friends, is my girl! Heaven blessed.
    Your proud Dad

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  5. I expect you to out-smart this, being a major smartass.

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  6. Hey sister - try to get your butt out here in the next 6 months - AZ has some spectacular sights - some of which you have seen - but many you have not. It's a great place to enjoy nature, especially during a dreary Chicago winter :) Open invite, of course.

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  7. There is a saying, "Knocked down seven times, STAND UP eight!" That has been my motto as I too battle chronic illness without losing my sense of humor (at least most days) Thinking of you as you fight to the upright position each day! Bon courage!
    Pat

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