tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post2835418621816204427..comments2024-03-08T05:20:15.941-06:00Comments on The Westra World: after all the words...Vickyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-90210957495129339852017-04-14T07:24:04.327-05:002017-04-14T07:24:04.327-05:00My dear, wonderful soul sis,
When I woke up this m...My dear, wonderful soul sis,<br />When I woke up this morning you were on my mind and heart...your PET scan too.<br />Praying about the results knowing that All Is Well, no matter what! I am so grateful to have you in my life, dear Vicky, and grateful for all you have taught me about choosing LOVE and JOY and PEACE.<br /><br />On this blessed Easter weekend may you fully know His love and His presence in your life.<br />You are never, ever alone in all of this journey.<br /><br />Love you always to the moon and back!<br />Happy Easter, dear friend!<br />Your soul sis, Linda<br />Linda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-66785908438201378292017-04-11T15:22:30.514-05:002017-04-11T15:22:30.514-05:00Why am I "unknown"...lol...I have a feel...Why am I "unknown"...lol...I have a feeling you know who this is... :-) so I guess that is all that matters!!!Kristi PMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15501132499222369078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-66676041803750394352017-04-11T15:21:45.265-05:002017-04-11T15:21:45.265-05:00What a wonderful hockey weened it was!! It was so...What a wonderful hockey weened it was!! It was so fabulous to watch Nolan and his teammates play their hearts out -- and they did amazing!! So proud of all of them. It was absolutely fabulous to have some time to "hang out" with you....and with Rick and Colton...and to hang out with you at the games -- and seeing Brett and Elizabeth - icing on the cake! My family had a blast at the games and my kids are already planning on watching the Spuds next year (although Brynne is still a little suspicious of the mascot...it's a What? a potato?). Thank you for sharing your wonderful hockey life with us - it was so fun to be part of the experience and enjoy the weekend!! So, let's start planning next year my dearest friend...because I am staying for the celebration as well...:-)<br />Kristi PMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15501132499222369078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-84362818338257109542017-04-10T10:02:06.746-05:002017-04-10T10:02:06.746-05:00Hi Vicky! Thank you for responding -- it was stag...Hi Vicky! Thank you for responding -- it was stage 1 but I have irrational fears, mostly because radiation causes weird feelings in the area. Thank you for your prayers! We'll pray for each other! Gennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10968447232146794811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-86238956147930351532017-04-08T13:37:19.068-05:002017-04-08T13:37:19.068-05:00Adriamyacin goes way back- and its amazing to me t...Adriamyacin goes way back- and its amazing to me that they still use it- but it does work. Thank you for your sweet words and for being one of the ones that comes and supports continuously! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-69194189655173799082017-04-08T13:34:26.011-05:002017-04-08T13:34:26.011-05:00Oh Julie, I'm behind on reading your blog as w...Oh Julie, I'm behind on reading your blog as well- and I'm so excited to see your sweet face pop in here- because I know where I'll go next- you minister to me so! Thank you for your insightful words- I think they are spot on and I am grateful for them! I love you right back! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-46608681841915813662017-04-08T13:31:53.277-05:002017-04-08T13:31:53.277-05:00Robynn, I can only imagine what these days with yo...Robynn, I can only imagine what these days with your mom must look like and the toll they take on you. I'm the one that has no words for what it must be like- I truly believe you have your own book to write some day. I prayed fervently for you the other day, and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love you! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-42436457585373909782017-04-08T13:26:09.026-05:002017-04-08T13:26:09.026-05:00Gosh, Roxane, I've missed way more of yours la...Gosh, Roxane, I've missed way more of yours lately, than you of mine- so no worries! I pray I can get back to reading blogs and writing on my own again, on a regular basis! Next week- finger crossed for next week! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-59029660518053573422017-04-08T13:23:39.716-05:002017-04-08T13:23:39.716-05:00How fun to see this pop up on my blog, Marissa! A...How fun to see this pop up on my blog, Marissa! After I read it to myself, I brought Nolan in to see it- he smiled a bit and then finally saw the name, then he smiled really big, and went "Whoa, that's cool!" I'm so touched by your sweet words. Plus, I absolutely love the projects Nolan did in class! I think the license plates one, is my absolute favorite. Such cool material to work with, and I love the creativity it inspired in Nolan to make that. Thank you for all your hard work in helping Nolan and the other students truly tap into their creative sides- you have such a gift and talent for helping us all feel like we can- and I love how openly you share that with anyone open to learning!! I'm so thankful for those prayers and I hope that I will be around school one day when I can stop by and see you! Take care sweet one! Thank you for taking the time to write!! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-35930894257389054832017-04-08T12:23:41.788-05:002017-04-08T12:23:41.788-05:00Dear Friend, I'm sorry I missed this earlier. ...Dear Friend, I'm sorry I missed this earlier. Troy was gone this week for work so I was a bit more consumed than usual. But now, I'm looking forward to possibly seeing you soon and that makes me very happy. God bless you dear one. The note speaks volumes about the kind of person you are, and the kind of person you've helped form your boys into. What an achievement! :) XOXORoxane B. Salonenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459456545891720716noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-15374402385309490722017-04-08T10:56:28.228-05:002017-04-08T10:56:28.228-05:00You are marvelous. I miss seeing you and talking w...You are marvelous. I miss seeing you and talking with you. I had to reach out and tell you it has been an absolute joy to get to know and teach Nolan at MHS. He has so much of your kindness and gentleness. He is an amazing young man and I couldn't imagine anything less having a mother like you. You are in my prayers and I think about you often. Thank you for the energy and effort you put into keeping us all updated! <br /><br />Marissa Van VleetAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04755195583052696947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-65992761812351935452017-04-07T15:30:29.795-05:002017-04-07T15:30:29.795-05:00I have also been checking daily on you to see how ...I have also been checking daily on you to see how you were doing. The letter from Colton brought tears to my eyes. I hope this new medicine will help you feel better. I pray for you every day. Good luck with your PET scan.Suzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04731432060298716024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-57237876625456422982017-04-06T15:24:41.551-05:002017-04-06T15:24:41.551-05:00Thank you, Francis, your prayers have helped keep ...Thank you, Francis, your prayers have helped keep me going and I truly appreciate them so much! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-44696520777647988652017-04-06T15:23:04.780-05:002017-04-06T15:23:04.780-05:00I'm so happy you shared that with me, Robin- t...I'm so happy you shared that with me, Robin- that you've grown to trust Dr. P and God- that is a powerful way to look at everything and so spot on. Colton just has a way with his words- I continue to be completely blown away by him. Love you dearly, sweet friend!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-14033954304228215252017-04-06T15:20:33.260-05:002017-04-06T15:20:33.260-05:00Oh I have such a fresh image of sweet Annora in my...Oh I have such a fresh image of sweet Annora in my mind- I will love praying for her and Amy. Thank you for your wonderfully kind words- they lift me so and I treasure them as much as I treasure you! I thought you would like to see Colton's "to the moon and back-" We always loved that it rhymed with Colton Jack :) I love you dear one- more than I could ever put into words. Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-45941814705487852202017-04-06T14:50:32.273-05:002017-04-06T14:50:32.273-05:00Oh Kristi, I'm so sorry to hear about your dia...Oh Kristi, I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis! How scary for you! I'm going to throw my email in here, in case you'd ever like some more support, or might have a question or concern I could help you with. vwestra14@gmail.com. Please feel free to shoot me a message anytime. I have so much running through my head right now- I just know how overwhelming it all can be. Are you recovering well? Have you seen an oncologist at Roger Maris? Your boys are so young! Oh my heart- it's definitely what keeps me going. I also want to share with you its okay if you don't feel strong all the time- or positive. Feel whatever you feel, its ok. Then find a way to release it, so you step back into your daily life. Today is the only thing any of us are promised- just try not to let cancer steal your joy. I will absolutely pray for you- for your sweet boys- and a whole long list of things to help see you through. Please feel free to email any time! Much love to you! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-6924756007727398182017-04-06T14:41:11.005-05:002017-04-06T14:41:11.005-05:00I would love to pray for Michael and Sarah. So ma...I would love to pray for Michael and Sarah. So many new challenges face them, it must be both exciting, but daunting at the same time. A deeper relationship with Jesus, and growing in community sounds like such a great foundation for them- your insight must help them so much! Love you right back, sweet friend! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-15092759631110596472017-04-06T14:32:36.968-05:002017-04-06T14:32:36.968-05:00Oh Jackie, your sweet conversation means the world...Oh Jackie, your sweet conversation means the world to me! It feels like you were just here sitting on the porch drinking some tea. You and I have such a long history- we're like family. I love that I know all the important things about you and those you love so dearly. No comment is ever too long, friend- they're very special to me and I hang on every word. You know I will tuck Mama and Daddy into my prayers again tomorrow and pray their health continues! Gentle hugs right back to you~ Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-58779701071845146472017-04-06T14:22:52.054-05:002017-04-06T14:22:52.054-05:00Thank you, Kay- hugging you right back!Thank you, Kay- hugging you right back!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-64086831904478495402017-04-06T14:22:31.534-05:002017-04-06T14:22:31.534-05:00Thank you, Katie- such a beautiful compliment- I&#...Thank you, Katie- such a beautiful compliment- I'm very touched. I had the beginnings of such a cold the day of the interview- but otherwise that is me! Thankful for your ongoing prayers!Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-24510953114135101592017-04-06T14:20:33.888-05:002017-04-06T14:20:33.888-05:00Nichi- wow, your words are so sweet and touch me d...Nichi- wow, your words are so sweet and touch me deeply- thank you. Those prayers have truly seen me through! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-7025551121943235002017-04-06T14:17:36.593-05:002017-04-06T14:17:36.593-05:00Genny, I feel bad that time slips by before I upda...Genny, I feel bad that time slips by before I update. I'll try to be a little more current with everything- I don't want anyone to worry! Did you have radiation for breast cancer treatment? If you were earlier stage - 1 or 2- the chances of you becoming stage iv like me are not very high. I would try, even though I've heard its hard, to believe you'll be ok and not be walking down this path again. I pray breast cancer is behind you! Thankful for your prayers, Genny- and I will pray for you! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-22673764422979650362017-04-06T14:06:48.857-05:002017-04-06T14:06:48.857-05:00Amen to that Karen, consider it done! Thank you f...Amen to that Karen, consider it done! Thank you for your prayers! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-81851568439335257892017-04-06T11:23:20.097-05:002017-04-06T11:23:20.097-05:00Oh, Vicky, that letter from your son just did me i...Oh, Vicky, that letter from your son just did me in. It's the kind of thing my dear daughter writes to us, and his tender heart is so precious and rare. Thanks for taking the energy to post this. Praying for you. Thirkellgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17686424435086254617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-30655054239630639902017-04-06T09:48:50.339-05:002017-04-06T09:48:50.339-05:00Thank you for the flowing tears of joy this mornin...Thank you for the flowing tears of joy this morning as you share the two beautiful stories of your sons. You are a blessing in my life and it is always my gift to self when I take the time to pray intently for you dear Vicky. Always, always I hold you in light and love.<br />Thank you for all you give to me through your words and pictures and sharing of your journey.<br />KristinKAMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05479656882397372088noreply@blogger.com