Tuesday, October 1, 2013

A WELCOME...A WALK...A THANK YOU...








WELCOME OCTOBER

I would also like to welcome my newest followers and all those who leave the nicest comments I could hope for.

I always try to respond in kind but if I miss anyone, I hope you will let me know as that certainly is not my intention.






I would also like to welcome our fur-granddaughter, Rosemary.  

Tami and Tim fostered little Rosie for some time and now have adopted her.  She is certainly a sweet addition to the family.






Tami and I participated together in our tenth year of the San Francisco Avon Walk for Breast Cancer.  Some of you may not know that my daughter is a breast cancer survivor.  She was diagnosed ten years ago, at the age of 42, and is strong and healthy today.






On the first day of the walk she crossed the finish line - first out of a field of 1600.

I don't tell you this to brag.  I only mention it because I will never forget the terrible feelings of her getting that call from the doctor with her nine year old son, sitting on her lap.

I am so grateful that time seems so far away now and this is where she is today.  Well, maybe there is a small amount of bragging involved!




October is Breast Cancer Awareness month.  Please make an appointment for a mammogram if you haven't already done so.



I don't walk, I work the crew, and it is such a rewarding experience.

We had beautiful weather and it was a fun filled busy weekend.



   


Last, but most certainly not least, I would like to thank you all for your many wonderful and kind thoughts about the passing of our nephew, Todd.

He was a remarkable young man and we will miss him terribly forever.

I have passed on all your caring comments, from both facebook and my blog post, to my family and they are deeply moved and appreciative.

Thank you all again so much.

You are such a caring community and I feel so fortunate to be a part of it.



I would also like to thank Cindy at Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home, and Kathy at A Delightsome Life for including me as one of their features last week.  I appreciate it so much and am so honored to be along side the other talented ladies.


...Judy...






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20 comments:

  1. Mom- There are no words to tell you how much it means to me to see you at that finish line!!! I LOVE you tons!!! Tami ps- Rosemary sends her love too!! :)

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  2. I'm so sorry to read about your nephew Judy - I missed that post - my deepest condolences :(
    I've walked for breast cancer before too - 60 kilometers ( sorry don't know what that is in miles - but it took 2 full days - we were able to raise a lot of money for research so it was worth every single blister )
    Your daughter's amazing!
    XOXO

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  3. Oh my Judy, I can't even imagine my precious daughter getting that diagnosis. So thankful she is healthy now! Angela

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  4. First out of 1800 walkers...that's quite an achievement ~ what a remarkable woman. I am so happy to hear that she is doing so well, you have many reasons to be proud,

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  5. So glad to hear that your daughter is doing well, you have the right to brag!

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  6. You certainly should be bragging about your daughter! That is wonderful that she has beaten cancer and did so well in the walk. An honour for you all. That pink rose is just beautiful! Hugs, Pamela

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  7. Congrats on your new granddog and even bigger congrats on having a wonderful daughter like Tami. I am so sorry that she had to experience cancer in her life. It really is a whole family affair, isn't it? Blessings to you- xo Diana

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  8. You and your daughter must take such pleasure in working that day together. You two are quite likely an inspiration to lots of people. Congratulations on the newest member of your household!

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  9. Congratulations to your wonderful daughter - wow first. So glad that she is a survivor. I know you are so proud of her.
    What a little cutie fur-granddaughter - congrats.
    My ex daughter-in-law always walks the one in SFO - her mom died of cancer.
    Happy Fall.
    Mary

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  10. Dear Judy,
    I have been absent for a while, so i missed that post.. I am sorry to hear about the passing of your nephew Todd. It is heart wrenching to loose someone so close. My thoughts are with you.

    Congratulations to Tami. Wow.. she looks great. First over the line.. well done to Tami. She has mastered the sickness and come through. How wonderful.
    your new little Rosemary is so so cute.
    I am booked to have a mamography .. week after next.
    I love your new header Judy.
    A lovely post
    wishing you a happy 2nd october Valxxxx

    Thank you Judy, for your kind kind comments you left on my blog about the passing of my little doggie lady.. so much appreciated.

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  11. You go ladies!!! And , A Big May God Bless You Tami. You will be in my prayers.
    One of my dearest friends had b cancer and she also beat it.
    Rosemary is so cute, what a precious addition to your family.
    Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my doll. And I love your blog and blog banner is stunning.
    XXOO Marie Antoinette

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  12. That really is quite an accomplishment, being the first to cross the finish line, out of so many people. Congrats to your daughter! She is an inspiration of survival, and living life to the fullest.
    I'm happy for you and for your entire family that she was able to kick cancers butt!!

    Cutie-patootie pooch . She has such sweet, warm eyes. She'll be forever grateful for her new forever family.

    {{hugs to you, & your daughter}}
    K.

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  13. hello
    j'ai mis un logo venant de http://sandimyyellowdoor.blogspot.fr/ en haut à droite (
    pour le 14 du mois d'octobre " un thé rose " pour la campagne du cancer du sein
    votre fille respire la santé , je suis contente de voir qu'il existe des resultats
    pour tuer ce vilain crabe
    on a tous dans notre entourage quelqu'un qui a subi le même destin
    moi c'est une autre maladie qui me rend handicapée petit à petit
    c'est une " sclérose en plaque " je suis actuellement en rééducation
    pour me muscler les jambes
    à très bientôt
    tendresse
    edith (iris)

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  14. Judy...I didn't know about your nephew...I am so sorry for your family's loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy, I am sure he is very missed. Congratulations on your two features...that is always a special feeling when you see one of your projects highlighted on someone's blog. And congrats too on your participation in the Avon walk. I did Komen a few years back and it was a wonderful experience!!! Also special hugs to your daughter for her accomplishment and for being a survivor.
    Wishing you a wonderful rest of the week!
    XO Barbara

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  15. Oh, Judy, you have every right to brag about your daughter! What a blessing that she is alright. God bless her! As always, you share beautiful images with us and each one is like a post card. I must apologize because I didn't know about your dear nephew. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
    Congratulations on your features, my friend, you certainly deserve them. And thank you for sharing your lovely post with us at my HOME. It's always lovely to have you.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  16. Well that sounds like a wonderful day with your grandaughter in that wonderful race, I love your new furbaby what a beautiful dog, they do add so much to a family, I miss my two sheltys so much, just one cat left and she will keep anyone busy...love your sight and I will be back again, I am a new follower of yours...Phyllis

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  17. What a wonderful milestone to celebrate in so many ways!! Your family has much to be thankful for.

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  18. It is so good to hear that your daughter is well Judy after 10 years and fab that you participated in the walk/run. Cancer is something that affects every family at some point. My son just told me earlier tonight one of his friends has just died from it aged 32. He left a wife and two small sons. So very sad.A cruel illness.

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  19. Bragging or not you should. That is an awesome accomplishment. First out of 1600.
    I can't imagine a call like that but I worry every year when I get my mammogram since my biopsy in 02 and was told I have active ducts and could happen.
    Hugs to you and your family.

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  20. Judy!! What an accomplishment!! Good for you!! So glad to hear that your daughter remains cancer free!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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