"God is Good, All the Time"

Hello everyone,

I know I haven't blogged in a long time, but life is busy. I am in Texas right now for my nine month checkup. I flew in on Thursday and will leave this evening. I received all my results today at MDAnderson. All tests were negative and I am still dancing with NED! I will have been healed one year this February. Wow, it just doesn't seem like a year has went by. I guess I have been so busy with church, kids, and work that I didn't even notice. I owe my life to God and I am going to live it for him everyday. I have made that promise and I will keep it. My radiation oncologist said when I make it to two years we will celebrate. The five year mark means I will be homefree! I know God has healed me and I need to keep that faith.

I met a little boy named Thomas at MDAnderson. Thomas is four years old and has cancer in his right testical which they removed. Thomas and I smiled and played together for a long time. His mommy just had a baby and is going through alot. Thomas' mom had to go home and he was staying over night at the hospital for chemo. His grandma was staying with him, but it just wasn't the same. Thomas screamed and cried when his mommy left the room. My heart just aches for this little boy. He just don't understand the word Cancer which most of us don't. He tells his little friends that he is bald because of his surgery. His mother tries not to mention cancer. Thomas has the biggest smile and I will never forget him. Please keep this little boy in your prayers. He may never have children and the doctors don't really know what is to come. Only God knows and he has a plan for little Thomas!

Please remember the reason for the season and count your blessings. Thank God each and every day for your health. I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

God Bless and Stay Godstrong!

Monthly Post

Hello everyone,

Just wanted to post a few things to keep everyone up to date. Today I am feeling a little rough because of a head cold. It isn't too bad but hoping it goes away soon since we are off for the holiday weekend. My life has been busy but I love it. I have been very involved with my church which we just finished Bible School. Our church is finally starting to grow and the people are getting involved. I am always anxious on Wednesday and Sunday comes around. I really like to hang out with my church family and learn more about our Lord.

Hailey has started soccer again. She is playing for Great Teays Soccer Club and they have had one practice so far. We were rained out yesterday which will make two practices next week. Hailey would practice everyday if they would let her. The team's name is Hot Shots! Her first game is September 9th, so come see her if you can.

Update on me: I have been feeling really good as far as phsically. Every once in awhile I think I feel a lump or feel like I can't breathe right. It is all a mental thing. Mentally I am struggling with the overwhelming fear. Please pray for stronger faith for me that I can have total faith in God. Sometimes I just want to lay down and cry all day. I start thiking of my kids being left without a mother and can't stand that thought. I feel guilty sometimes because of my disease. I know I am totally healed so I just have to talk to the Lord and hear it again. It is really hard sometimes so I still need alot of prayer. I will go for my six month checkup in Houston, Texas September 15th. I will return on September 18th with good results. I am staying with my cousin April and have to fly in by myself. I don't like to go to the doctor by myself and hear the results but just pray for good news. I know I feel good and God is watching over me. He has healed my body and I need to have faith. Thank you Jesus!

I miss and love you all. You are still amazing friends and family. Thank you for all your support! God Bless!!!

Stay Godstrong!

I'm Back!!!

Hello everyone,

I am sorry that I haven't posted in such a long time. Life just seems to be flying by and getting much busier. I am feeling great and finally feel like things are getting back to normal. My tests results in June were good. All my blood tests turned out great and No Cancer! I flew to Texas by myself and my cousin, April picked me up. I had such a good time with her and her family. She took me took a jewelry party and I met alot of nice people. I actually helped her make the appetizers for the party. Scary, huh!!! I was in Texas for four days. I missed my family so much. I asked the doctor if I could come on the weekend next time. My next appointment is September 15th.

I have been really involved with my church since I came home. I am trying to spend as much time as I can with my church family. They make me feel stronger and I guess more safe. I know they understand my fear and pray for me daily. I appreciate all of you that are still checking my blog. I will try to do better in the future.

My friend Tara is babysitting my kids. Morgan loves going to Tara's moms. They have horses and Morgan wants to ride everyday. We have been buying horse movies monthly. I have seen every horse movie that has been published. I think Morgan loves horses more than dolls. She even sleeps and takes baths with her horses. My Aunt Marilyn loves it because Morgan is going to be a horse person. Hailey has been running around all summer. She is always staying with someone or their at our house. She just got back from church camp. She had a great time with all her friends. The camp was four days long and I really missed her. She couldn't call me because she was so far out. The camp is in Rippling Waters. What a beautiful place! It is a camp for all Church of God's. I was the camp counselor the first night. Of course, with five nine year olds, not much sleep. We had so much fun though! The music minister was wonderful. He could sing and play the organ. I really would love to take vacation next year and stay all week.

I am going to my first Staff Meeting next week with Avon. I am excited to be able to see all my fellow managers. It has been almost a year since I have been to a meeting. We found out last Wednesday that we have a new boss. I guess I will meet her next week! I am going to miss Terri Reece(my former boss). She is the one who hired me and she has done such much for me and my family. Terri is dear to my heart. I will still keep in touch with her and keep her updated. Our convention this year is in Dallas, Texas. Can you believe that? I was hoping to go somewhere I have never been. Oh well, I have been to Texas but not Dallas.

I have a new great nephew. His name is Tyler Scott. He weighed 7 lbs 11oz and was 20 inches long. He looks just like his daddy, Scott. I am in love with him. He is so cute! He is the boy I always wanted. He was born July 11th! My niece, Lindsay is a great mommy. Her and Scott are so proud. The make great parents. I can't wait until he is big enough to play with my kids and spend the night. I won't know what to do with a boy. LOL I am sure I can figure it out.

I just want to say to everyone. You all are the best!! Thank you for sticking by me through the good and bad. Your prayers are appreciated and please keep them coming.

God Bless and Stay Godstrong!!

PLEASE PRAY FOR ME!!!

Hello everyone,

I have been running around like a chicken with my head cut off! LOL I have been keeping myself really busy. I will be going to Texas June 13 - 16. My tests will be on the 13th and I should get the results on the 16th when I see my doctor. I will also see the radiation oncologist the same day. I am a little nervous about the results, but I have faith that God will take care of me just like he has the whole time. Please pray for my results. I am excited to see my cousin, April and her family. I wonder how hot it is right now in Texas. It is probably getting close to 100. Whew, that's hot! I will definitely have to wear sunblock or I will burn to a crisp.

Hailey started soccer camp today at the Hurricane Wave Pool. Marshall University Soccer team is teaching the camp. It is all week long from 9am to 11:30am. She says she is having a good time. There is about 50 kids of all ages.

Morgan rode a horse for the very first time the other day. His name is Kia. She says his name over and over. She had to call everyone and tell them about her horse. Morgan talks about horses all day long and watches horse movies constantly. My Aunt Marilyn will be so proud. She loves it when the family is interested in horses.

I am feeling really good lately. My cough has gone away and I have alot of energy. I am tired in the evening, but that is to be expected. Every ache or pain worries me. I really need to find a support group to discuss my feelings. I think it will help me tremendously.

Keep me in your prayers June 13th through the 16th.

Stay Godstrong!!!

Busy Life

Hello everyone,

Wow! I have been so busy lately that I haven't been faithful to my website. Life is so busy that the time just flies by. I have been trying to prepare a Care Ministry at church. What a job this is going to be. It is all worth it for the Lord. I know when I pray and ask for specific things, God says, "what a job this is going to be." LOL I have finally realized that my real job is working for God. I just need to figure out how to get organized.

Hailey is doing really good in school and counting down the days. She will go to church camp and horse camp this summer. We are hope to find her some kind of sport for the summer. She wants to go to the YMCA and check out the new pool.

I went to the doctor today because of a cough. They did xrays to make sure nothing was growing. The doctor seems to think it is just a cold and not pneamonia. He told me to slow down and take better care of myself. He also gave me a number to a support group. I told him I still think about my disease and dying everyday, but I am fighting it. I just pray to the good Lord above that he takes all this fear and anxiety away. I have faith that I will live a good healthy long life with my children.

Thank you for your prayers!!

Stay Godstrong!!!

WELCOME HOME PARTY

Hello everyone,

I just wanted to say, "Thank You" to everyone who attended my party. I have to say a special thank you to Denise Burdette for organizing everything. You did a fabulous job!!! We had such a great time eating and dancing. Oh my gosh, I am so tired. My legs are going to fall off. LOL The elecric and cha cha slide use to be so easy to do. I just couldn't jump or slide one more time. I haven't breathed so hard in a long time. I was so happy that the weather turned out to be beautiful. The shelter was in a perfect place so the kids could play. It was good to see all my high school friends. Lots of memories!

We had a large variety of food and desserts. I think the plates were too small. I couldn't fit everything on there. LOL Whoever made the veggie pizza did a great job. It was a hit! I told my mother in law that I am ready to eat something besides hamburgers and hotdogs. I have had that meal for two days now. We are going to have to eat steak and chicken for Mother's Day. I hope I can walk tomorrow so I can go to church. I am aching all over.

I hope I said something in my testimony today to wake someone up. I mentioned that no one ever thinks they will get a disease like cancer. But if something like this happens, then they rely on God. You just never know when it is going to be your last day. So why not live the good life and let God in your life. He will give you blessing after blessing. Just ask and you will receive. God loves you and your families! Just give him a chance.

Please keep praying for me. I am trying to get over the fear. Pray for my trip back to Texas in June for my checkup. Everything is going to be good. I am healed and Cancer Free!!!

Stay Godstrong!!!

RAIN OR SHINE

Hello everyone,

Today is the day! We are going to have such a great time socializing, eating, and of course, dancing. I hope everyone attends and brings their children to have fun. We will have this Welcome Home Party even if it rains. We will be meeting at Teays Valley Church of God ONLY IF IT RAINS!

The party is at Hurricane City park at 1:00pm. The DJ will be there to start the music at 2:00pm. Please come even if it's late. We will be there until everyone is gone.

Don't forget your covered dish!

See ya there!

Stay Godstrong!

FINALLY IN GOOD OLE WEST VIRGINIA

Hello everyone,

We are finally home! I have been crazy busy since we have arrived. Unpacking boxes, cleaning house, cooking dinner, running the kids around, church activities, visiting, and Avon. Wow, I guess I didn't realize how busy my life was. I am loving it, but getting a little run down. I have been overwhelmed and stressed out. I need to slow down. I am just not sure how to or where to begin one step at a time.

I still have the fear of my disease so I am trying to stay busy. It helps to talk about it so I am going to try to find a good support group. I am going to try to keep up this website as long as I can because people have been asking me too.

I started work on May 1st and love it! My assistant had to go to Pennsylvania because of an illness in the family. Please pray for Juanita and her family through this difficult time. I am just trying to dig through the Avon boxes and see where to start. I am scheduling appointments and getting out there to see everyone.

I have talked to different people at my church about starting a Care Ministry. This is something that I think God wants me to do. The Care Ministry at Grace Fellowship helped me through the tough times and this is what I want to do for others. I know this is my calling and I will work hard to get this ministry started. I am excited to have such a great opportunity to start this ministry is Teays Valley.

I hope to see everyone at my Welcome Home Party on May 13th! I can't wait to give my testimony and have a great time. We will eat, dance, share stories, and eat some more. We already have about 60 people in attendance. The more the merrier if you ask me. I want to share my miracle with all my family and friends.

Keep praying for my total healing. God Bless!!!

Stay Godstrong!!!