tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post2759393635990114142..comments2023-11-02T10:28:05.831-04:00Comments on The Lily Pad: A Diagnosis and a New DirectionAmandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-44535462585759120892013-07-01T16:23:32.587-04:002013-07-01T16:23:32.587-04:00Amanda: May God grant u his graces to bear whate...Amanda: May God grant u his graces to bear whatever his will is for you and may many saints help intercede along your journey. Esp St. Michael of ALL SAINTS may you do a novena to him for 9 days asking for his help intercession healing and thankfulness. our father hail mary and glory be <br /><br />try some of these websites and come to one of his healing masses if you can. <br /><br />You be in my prayers at Daily Mass for the miracle you need. God Bless Clare Freeman <br /><br /><br />www.frankkelly.org www.betania2.org <br /><br /> http://vimeo.com/56436524<br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWd9hQo02w0<br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xMqnxqZmbw<br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSdNPh4cvjg<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14107483239126751133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-67092734864946941602013-06-14T15:40:26.605-04:002013-06-14T15:40:26.605-04:00AMANDA,
You probably don’t remember me; I remember...AMANDA,<br />You probably don’t remember me; I remember seeing you on your way to dancing class; you were 10 years old or so. But I know your parents well: Your father is a very strong and considerate man whom I’m proud to call my brother-in-law. Your mother—who could not love her? She is a beautiful person, wonderful mother, and I considered her my baby sister and still do. So Amanda… I know where you came from. Your explanation of your situation was beautifully phrased. I had to catch my breath. It was nice of you to acknowledge all of the people that are supporting you. I want you to know that I can pray for you and I will. Uncle Fred<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16762482446952215842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-80647664432678519432013-06-12T17:16:45.716-04:002013-06-12T17:16:45.716-04:00Amanda
I went through a lot of the same emotions a...Amanda<br />I went through a lot of the same emotions and feelings when I found out I had to have abdominal reconstructive surgery this past winter. By no means was it as tough as you are experiencing not was it as graceful as you are showing, but sometimes when we feel so alone, it is when the 'social' in social media shines. We are all here for you. To support, to provide a listening ear, to sympathize and empathize. Many hugs, and as Annie said, kick butt. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01963207619469065799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-75777244419008910432013-06-12T15:02:43.052-04:002013-06-12T15:02:43.052-04:00Amanda you are amazing and strong and so is your f...Amanda you are amazing and strong and so is your family. I will continue to keep you, Jim and your entire family in our prayers. Stay strong! P.J.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09602989417830680943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-8033169229322324912013-06-12T11:13:34.550-04:002013-06-12T11:13:34.550-04:00How kind of you to share your experience in such a...How kind of you to share your experience in such a beautiful way. I'm sorry for what you are having to deal with and can't imagine the world you once knew turning upside down without warning. But, you are inspiring and strong and to be able to share your strength and love with the world like this will help so many in getting through their rough times. Many prayers with you! I'm so happy you have such amazing family and friends by your side!Leah Speerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16345319247367010999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-33410359520307686022013-06-11T23:25:15.160-04:002013-06-11T23:25:15.160-04:00Amanda,
What a beautiful and terrible post. The ...Amanda, <br />What a beautiful and terrible post. The Bushells will certainly keep you and your family in our prayers! Stay strong! <br />KristenJust Kristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12172160665868338747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-58218532373646107072013-06-11T22:27:43.494-04:002013-06-11T22:27:43.494-04:00Oh Amanda. I've read, reread, printed and read...Oh Amanda. I've read, reread, printed and read again. Your words run deep and are so touching. I'm glad to be in the "best Needham playgroup" and to be part of your village! Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10517339767508699666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-33087044412111295052013-06-11T22:21:23.277-04:002013-06-11T22:21:23.277-04:00Thank You Kimberly, I truly appreciate it!Thank You Kimberly, I truly appreciate it!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-85281952119562399952013-06-11T22:20:49.812-04:002013-06-11T22:20:49.812-04:00Thanks Kerin. I appreciate the love and paryers an...Thanks Kerin. I appreciate the love and paryers and hope we can catch up sometime soon, xoxoAmandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-19251446636152244812013-06-11T22:19:53.956-04:002013-06-11T22:19:53.956-04:00Thank you Nikki for your love and support as alway...Thank you Nikki for your love and support as always, I am blessed to have you in my life xoxoAmandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-58444157347274693742013-06-11T22:18:26.907-04:002013-06-11T22:18:26.907-04:00Thanks Lollie, does feel like yesterday at the Y, ...Thanks Lollie, does feel like yesterday at the Y, but a lot has changed yet a lot has stayed the same. Hope to catch up soon my friend, xoxoAmandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-13126320036904878942013-06-11T22:16:48.940-04:002013-06-11T22:16:48.940-04:00Thanks Annie for your kind words and hug...Now to ...Thanks Annie for your kind words and hug...Now to stay connected in the blogosphere! Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-21603328522587748762013-06-11T21:35:25.076-04:002013-06-11T21:35:25.076-04:00Amanda, you are amazing and I thank you for sharin...Amanda, you are amazing and I thank you for sharing this post. I hate that you are going through this. I really hate it. But you handle it with such grace. You are so loved. Please know I am praying for healing, courage and strength as you kick cancer's butt. Sending a super tight, HUGE virtual hug. xoxo<br />-AnnieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13118047869747357663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-60139175055672632702013-06-11T21:33:47.087-04:002013-06-11T21:33:47.087-04:00Tears stream down my face as I type this. Your elo...Tears stream down my face as I type this. Your eloquence, courage & grace humble me.<br /><br />I drive by your street a hundred times a week, but did not know of this unexpected journey you are on. Wasn't it just a few weeks ago that we chatted at the Y? How can this be? <br /><br />Words seem so terribly inadequate. <br /><br />I'm just a stone's throw away, so do not hesitate to throw that stone. <br /><br />You, and yours, are in my prayers, dear Amanda.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05025148381562779923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-30766639784477436772013-06-11T21:31:07.294-04:002013-06-11T21:31:07.294-04:00What a beautiful perspective on all this you have....What a beautiful perspective on all this you have. Keeping you in our prayers.MaryAnnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13253503049272771754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-82494580370906519172013-06-11T20:15:12.675-04:002013-06-11T20:15:12.675-04:00(Tears streaming down my face.) That was so beauti...(Tears streaming down my face.) That was so beautiful, Amanda. I drive by your old high school a few times a week since we are back in Massachusetts -- my husband is taking a bar prep course right next to it -- and I say a little prayer for you then, and when I pass the exit on 95 for the elementary school where we used to teach ballet. <br /><br />I keep thinking of how we used to link pinkies and close our eyes in the wings before we went on stage. I'm wishing and praying for you with that same intensity!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11549272199408727337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-27420708391150151002013-06-11T19:58:00.358-04:002013-06-11T19:58:00.358-04:00Thank you for sharing your story. Keeping you and ...Thank you for sharing your story. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Kimberly @ Red Shuttershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12432507377553661138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-8463825664272077742013-06-11T15:45:31.609-04:002013-06-11T15:45:31.609-04:00I read and re-read your post. Each time my heart c...I read and re-read your post. Each time my heart cringes as I know you are dealing with so much; however, then I think about your grace, your sophistication, your kindness, your strength, and your faith. You are so loved, Amanda! I'm honored to be part of "Amanda's Team" and I would want it no other way. I think of you often and quietly say a pray for you and your whole family as well as everyone around you. May you always feel our strength when it is needed. Please lean on us; we are here and will do anything in a moments notice. You WILL beat this, and I love the phrase that someone else wrote: "God's Got This". Your strength and courage is admirable, your honesty real, and your love for your family, your friends, and for all of us is phenomenal. Right back at you, Amanda. Lots of love from our family to yours. Nikki | Days With Ushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02823324294221184100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-67931606963012090442013-06-11T15:44:49.584-04:002013-06-11T15:44:49.584-04:00Thanks so much Joanna, it means so much. I am bles...Thanks so much Joanna, it means so much. I am blessed to have your support//Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-20179186299725134952013-06-11T15:16:21.549-04:002013-06-11T15:16:21.549-04:00Amanda, you are an incredible spirit and completel...Amanda, you are an incredible spirit and completely inspirational in your honesty, your gratitude and your strength. It sounds like you have an unmatched network of support far and wide, and I can speak as a local friend and say that it is a credit to YOU that so many people are compelled to fight alongside you throughout this ordeal. Praying every day and sending love always! (Oh, and also you're a fabulous writer.)Joannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08881636153901243157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-70272574114648584802013-06-11T15:03:16.068-04:002013-06-11T15:03:16.068-04:00Thanks Stacie for stopping by and your support! I ...Thanks Stacie for stopping by and your support! I hope to keep the blog updated as writing is great thereapy!<br />Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256964074568085406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-9620901386448874972013-06-11T09:49:26.150-04:002013-06-11T09:49:26.150-04:00TEARS, TEARS, TEARS!!! After reading this, I was ...TEARS, TEARS, TEARS!!! After reading this, I was reminded of a motto that a coworker and friend of mine claimed when her daughter's health was severely comprised...God's Got This! He's got yours too...I just know it. Big Hugs, Big Love, and even Bigger Prayers, Friend! Cindihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17472648914757301394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-82943615614951755832013-06-11T08:05:38.387-04:002013-06-11T08:05:38.387-04:00Prayers surround you and your beautiful family. He...Prayers surround you and your beautiful family. He is with you every step of the way. You are inspiring so many and know ... each person that reaches out is also getting something back. It's an amazing cycle and you are so graciously accepting. God bless. You will beat this!!!!!!Cuz I'm the mama!https://www.blogger.com/profile/08936087616101002626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3342166648895747226.post-86054003780787442162013-06-11T00:24:48.952-04:002013-06-11T00:24:48.952-04:00This was an incredibly moving post. The love and c...This was an incredibly moving post. The love and care that surround you is a true testament to what an amazing person you are! I know the journey ahead is rocky, but with your faith and the help of those around you, I pray that you quickly combat the cancer beast and regain your health very, very soon. Much love, many prayers, and lots of light to all of you!Staciehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01471803757485977959noreply@blogger.com