tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post4561503617127239771..comments2024-03-08T05:20:15.941-06:00Comments on The Westra World: Daring greatly.Vickyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-33288835585632491442013-10-02T00:03:29.044-05:002013-10-02T00:03:29.044-05:00I'm so grateful for your doctor and that you c...I'm so grateful for your doctor and that you can fully lean into him and trust his care of you, and for you. I read your last post first so I had no idea that you were not only speaking but introducing Dr. P. I hope this is filmed and can be posted. I would love to see/hear both of you. Praying for the right balance of everything and that the side-effects which so afflicted the person you know will be absolutely absent from your body's radar. May it be so and may you do more than escape side-effects....may you thrive.Robynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-19487286367885720162013-09-29T12:20:32.968-05:002013-09-29T12:20:32.968-05:00Hi Vicky, seems you have a wonderful relationship ...Hi Vicky, seems you have a wonderful relationship with your doctor. you really are an inspiration, sending you love and hugs.Cindy https://www.blogger.com/profile/03552572705763406197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-75592048159887397572013-09-28T21:07:09.534-05:002013-09-28T21:07:09.534-05:00I'm so glad you have a good relationship with ...I'm so glad you have a good relationship with Dr. P. Tamoxifen? It saved my mom's life! She's been cancer free for 27 years. Blessings to you Vicky.tainterturtleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10307790480251741661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-53402103780289491862013-09-28T19:18:07.573-05:002013-09-28T19:18:07.573-05:00the two of you, dr. p and you, are amazing dose of...the two of you, dr. p and you, are amazing dose of hope...and love...and endurance...and trust...and faith...xobethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11094533582512917616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-43591801352925318592013-09-28T17:30:49.992-05:002013-09-28T17:30:49.992-05:00Totally blushing now- but- thank you :) Totally blushing now- but- thank you :) Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-28712200621885047032013-09-28T17:30:24.305-05:002013-09-28T17:30:24.305-05:00ha- my mind glossed right over the typo and I did ...ha- my mind glossed right over the typo and I did not see the "not!" Glad to hear someone is reading and liking the book! Love you sweet one! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-74437012893409589392013-09-28T17:28:54.541-05:002013-09-28T17:28:54.541-05:00I know- I feel so fortunate- truly :)I know- I feel so fortunate- truly :)Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-76184118613599058092013-09-28T17:28:32.926-05:002013-09-28T17:28:32.926-05:00Amen! Thank you Jesus! Amen! Thank you Jesus! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-48307975548257643922013-09-28T17:27:30.996-05:002013-09-28T17:27:30.996-05:00My stack of "to read" just grows all the...My stack of "to read" just grows all the time. Harder for me to focus for extended periods of time it seems... always something new to contend with so it seems! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-91518272572005213172013-09-28T17:26:01.240-05:002013-09-28T17:26:01.240-05:00Hi Katie- I have read the Parents Manifesto- so go...Hi Katie- I have read the Parents Manifesto- so good. Yep- I lucked out in the Dr. department for sure :) Thanks for the continued prayers! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-40187601341164573942013-09-28T14:06:17.252-05:002013-09-28T14:06:17.252-05:00Courageous and vulnerable is describing you to a t...Courageous and vulnerable is describing you to a tee, sweet Vicky. I am sending you love and strength and so much more energy for you to face all of those new challenges. You are so beautiful inside and out and I am glad you are taking selfies xoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-49388693463364667632013-09-27T07:45:44.329-05:002013-09-27T07:45:44.329-05:00You continue to show us all how to dare greatly. ...You continue to show us all how to dare greatly. I find it no small wonder that I wait to dare greatly when I am pressed. Oh, that I would step in with both feet. Thrilled to read the words shrunken and stable. Praying Dr. P's words for the rest as well and that all of the treatments are successful indeed! Love the selfie! Love and hugs across the way!JennyBChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11647734430061941577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-694328907715890302013-09-27T06:36:47.329-05:002013-09-27T06:36:47.329-05:00You have this uncanny ability to take us with you ...You have this uncanny ability to take us with you wherever you go. I'm sitting here trying to figure out how you do it. I think it IS your vulnerability. That you've taken down your walls. That you care more about sharing your life than feeling safe.<br /><br />Maybe that's it. You care.<br /><br />And because you care, you're teaching us to dare greatly.<br /><br />To live fearlessly. <br /><br />You have the most tender, precious heart, Vicky. <br /><br />P.S. Details of the conference? I want to put it on my calendar so I can pray. Julie Garmonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09774724750356986307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-19874223372893742072013-09-27T05:27:39.922-05:002013-09-27T05:27:39.922-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Linda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-54375859754509395292013-09-27T05:25:33.029-05:002013-09-27T05:25:33.029-05:00Dearest Vicky,
To me YOU are someone who is, in so...Dearest Vicky,<br />To me YOU are someone who is, in so many ways, "Daring Greatly". You do have the courage to be vulnerable and you do show up and be seen. We are so blessed by your vulnerability and showing up in each post you write.<br /><br />What Dr. Brown suggests is that for so many folks there is an overwhelming fear that<br />when they are exposed and real, that they will be somehow told that they are not enough.<br />That when they are vulnerable, they will be shamed. To share how we are feeling, ask for what we need and have the hard conversations...well, it takes great courage.<br /><br />You are doing these things daily, dear Vicky. And as you do, we all gain courage to be more real, to say who we really are. You are showing us and teaching us, by your example, that we too can do this. It's inside all of us to Dare Greatly. Sometimes a cancer journey, or some other unthinkable challenge, brings us to our knees, but it also helps us to be more authentic. And as we lean on God, we find strength and courage we never knew we had.<br /><br />As Peggy Sue said so perfectly, you, my dear friend, are "Grace under fire!" And I love, love, love how Dr. P ministers to you with his simple hug, familiar rap, and quiet encouragement. I could imagine the two of you pondering those brain scans and almost hear him say, "Wow, he really is going to obliterate those tumors." <br /><br />I so wanted to join the conversation and tell Dr. P."Yup, Dr. P, that's what we are all praying for. Obliterating Vicky's tumors is on my prayer list. And we won't stop praying!"<br /><br />And that picture of you, dear friend? It is a treasure. <br />Sending you love, prayers and hugs!<br />Linda<br /> Linda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-52133572377001785312013-09-27T02:36:46.459-05:002013-09-27T02:36:46.459-05:00It sounds as if you have complete trust and faith ...It sounds as if you have complete trust and faith in your doctor and that is such a good thing. I'm trying to feel that way with Michael's (many) doctors, but I have to admit it's hard. Sometimes, heck... most of the time, I feel like he's some sort of science experiment.Ms. Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06263882972749791087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-81537027697125294782013-09-26T23:47:26.668-05:002013-09-26T23:47:26.668-05:00Oh finally a good, real read! Love your pic...just...Oh finally a good, real read! Love your pic...just love! I read both this post and your last post. I am at a ranch house that has very poor cell service. My lil lap top doesnt like to run on one bar. When I read your post..I love how real you are...how real and the beautiful way you put that reality. Continued prayers, positive thoughts and mega blessings are wished for you every day. Thanks for being you, for sharring like you do...you are teaching us all....GRACE under fire... Hugs and love beautiful you :) On a Wing and a Prayerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254390486126765402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-38134997640993009912013-09-26T23:24:04.092-05:002013-09-26T23:24:04.092-05:00You certainly have had the courage to be vulnerabl...You certainly have had the courage to be vulnerable. Sharing your deepest feelings and having those "hard conversations" are such a big part of what has endeared you to all of us! We are sharing, learning, and growing because of you and your touching words, dear sista!<br /><br />Glad you'll get a break from the Tykerb while the radiation works its magic. Yet, I know the uneasiness you must feel about yet again another chemo to try. But as you say, "dare greatly"! Always remember to ask for what you need, in prayer, and from those who surround you with love and concern.<br /><br />I hope I am able to attend the conference! What a joy it would be to see you and Dr. P.!<br /><br />P.S. Love your selfie - what a beautiful pic! And I adore your son. What a gift it is to have him in my classroom this year! <br /><br />Love you, my friend!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03818267577743110088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-55747342206299897122013-09-26T21:54:46.139-05:002013-09-26T21:54:46.139-05:00wow so much excitement. I guess you have to keep d...wow so much excitement. I guess you have to keep doing your homework.<br />But the results are sounding good so far so keep on going and be like Churchill.<br />Never surrender. These doctors look like they are really working for you.A Lady's Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11973102350411443282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-74891156079719141602013-09-26T19:44:23.576-05:002013-09-26T19:44:23.576-05:00I've not read the book. Your doctor sounds lik...I've not read the book. Your doctor sounds like a real sweetheart.S. Etolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01847206680320012887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-77081530149556961022013-09-26T19:08:19.348-05:002013-09-26T19:08:19.348-05:00May I gently ask why you are going to infusion alo...May I gently ask why you are going to infusion alone...<br />I do wish that I could do more, my friend.<br />You have a family that loves you, friends that love you, and a wonderful doctor.<br />With all this going for you, it looks like we could all put a "whupping" on that cancer.<br />Praying with all my heart...<br />JackieJackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01214796594702277709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-481283314085591082013-09-26T17:22:21.962-05:002013-09-26T17:22:21.962-05:00I think your selfie is lovely. I love your doc mo...I think your selfie is lovely. I love your doc more and more, as you write about him. All will be well. I am privileged to be shadowing your journey, dear Vicky. Sending love and prayers.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08274481412344071315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-83954044050252619032013-09-26T16:48:37.880-05:002013-09-26T16:48:37.880-05:00i've read daring greatly, and if you want a cl...i've read daring greatly, and if you want a cliff notes version, i suggest looking up brene brown's visit on oprah's super soul sunday show. there were 2 parts to her visit, and i think the first one is better than the second. <br /><br />thanks for the update about your visit with the infamous Dr. P. i'm wondering why you didn't express your knowledge of someone who had a serious side effect to the proposed drug, but i know you have the kind of relationship with him that will facilitate another conversation if indeed you go forward with that drug.<br /><br />the options may seem to be narrowing, but God is the One with ALL the resources, so keep embracing what He presents. oh goodness, friend, your faith is inspiring and genuine and earnest and beautiful.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04687339205571651753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-60049372463852364352013-09-26T16:27:29.372-05:002013-09-26T16:27:29.372-05:00you are beautiful - by the way!
xoxoyou are beautiful - by the way!<br /><br />xoxoTiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06908504833550812024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-53930063298283790252013-09-26T16:24:15.753-05:002013-09-26T16:24:15.753-05:00...we need to know we are NOT alone"
sorry f......we need to know we are NOT alone"<br /><br />sorry for the typo!!Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06908504833550812024noreply@blogger.com