tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post477039232891729627..comments2024-03-29T07:26:22.380-04:00Comments on The Marmelade Gypsy: Big MAC AttackJeaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17482528482559445943noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-16909105526527588162013-05-10T23:13:08.067-04:002013-05-10T23:13:08.067-04:00I wish that I was close enough to give you a hug o...I wish that I was close enough to give you a hug or two and to be a comfort. Bless you, my friend. <br /><br />Bises,<br />GenieGenie -- Paris and Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12758801373365481655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-12781826339956161442013-05-09T17:23:40.114-04:002013-05-09T17:23:40.114-04:00Supporting you, praying for you, continuing to enc...Supporting you, praying for you, continuing to encourage you and remind you that I am here in this land of blog for the things you speak of too. So sorry I had missed this. I've been through so many changes lately (reflected in all my blog changes) that some days I do not know my left from my right. <br />PLEASE keep us posted. As always, feel free to email WHENEVER you like, dear Jeanie.<br />HUGS,<br />Marcia<br /><br />Oh, great natural mix for the lungs...even recommended for TB... beets, honey and ginger. Peel and slice the beets, cover with honey and ground fresh ginger. Let sit until it makes a watery liquid. Take spoonfuls throughout day. Of course, check meds and allergies.<br />xoxo's Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-46472099950132469412013-05-08T19:15:53.414-04:002013-05-08T19:15:53.414-04:00Oh dearest Jeanie I came in and read this post a f...Oh dearest Jeanie I came in and read this post a few times and had to step back and absorb it all!!<br />I know that you are experiencing a wide range of emotions.<br />Illness is a private territory but as you mention we are a close community of caring bloggers. When one hursts we all feel badly and want to do what we can .."The swords of battle are numerous" I can see from the numerous comments left that words..all words..have the ability to change our thought patterns and can open new pathways toward healing.<br />I so understand your feelings of overwheliming fear of the unknown as you well know I have walked the cancer journey twice.<br />What can I say, stay positive,may you find the courage to persevere on your journey to wellness.<br />Know that you are in my prayers dear one and I send you healing energy. love and light Anna xoNaturegirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00177418253271097079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-34977357135985154862013-05-07T15:53:06.210-04:002013-05-07T15:53:06.210-04:00Oh, my goodness, Jeanie - how can you have Shingle...Oh, my goodness, Jeanie - how can you have Shingles along with the lung issue!! Do you have any accumulated sick leave so you could take some paid time off work? Would there be any option for early retirement? I just think the work stress isn't helping your health. But, I know your retirement is in sight. I thought of you so much at Zion and Bryce - so good to get into a high desert environment for a week. We returned home to Breckenridge last evening in snow! I both biked and hiked on our travels, but my aerobic capacity and strength are much less than before January. Little by little, I feel that I'll regain health. I hope it is the same for you, though I think you have a longer road to travel. Barbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04984171407726520584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-43641618499006761982013-05-06T18:13:47.928-04:002013-05-06T18:13:47.928-04:00Jeanie, I am sad and angry to hear that you have t...Jeanie, I am sad and angry to hear that you have this hanging over you. I know from having read so much of your blogging that you are strong and you will cope. Thinking about the prospect of something bad is always upsetting; so when life is whirling around you I hope you will be taking few moments out of your day to remember the things you love and that make you happy, just to remind you that there are always good things. <br /><br />And I hope that continuing to communicate with us through your beautiful blog will be rewarding for you, too. <br /><br />I'm thinking of you. Jenny Woolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16881781466502273314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-79569326994311266962013-05-06T08:16:38.165-04:002013-05-06T08:16:38.165-04:00Thinking about you! Thinking about you! I need orangehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16819543886910857718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-5515053268566448542013-05-05T03:59:57.551-04:002013-05-05T03:59:57.551-04:00Oh my sweet sweet friend. If only my viritual hugs...Oh my sweet sweet friend. If only my viritual hugs would do you good! I wished I lived closer so I could pamper you with my home made chicken soup, arrange a wild flower bouquet in your home, bake you my famouse apple cake and spoil you with goodies, tell you stories, share my pictures and talk for hours just so you could 'forget' a little about your sorrows and pains. I'm so here for you when you need a blast, or leat of steam. I'm also kinda worried now for my little man, he's called (as you might know) Mac and he has a sevire long condition too....brrrr I sure will have to look into this, you've opened new doors for me here (sorry it had to be you). <br /><br />I wish you all the best and I'm sending you lot's of support, love and prayers. And don't you think about other people's grieve nor their pains. This is yours and you're intitle to 'have' it. Every body carries their own bag of lugage and it's hard on each and every one of us.<br /><br />Do keep up your spirits as high as you possible can my friend, and when moments are down, just let them flow in, sit down and pamper your soul with grieve in any outcome that suits you. All tears will heal you and let the anger out.<br /><br />I'm ALWAYS here for you my friend. Again as sayd if only I lived closer.......<br /><br />Soft warm wonderful hugs from my heart to yours.<br />DagmarDagmarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02711553888657920818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-77012956242481051262013-05-04T21:35:57.914-04:002013-05-04T21:35:57.914-04:00oh jeanie....first of all, here's a huge hug!!...oh jeanie....first of all, here's a huge hug!! next, my heart is aching for you. it doesn't matter to what degree any of our problems are, but when they are our own problems they're big. it's obvious that here, your blogging home, you have tons of support and prayers and i hope you feel that right now as you deal with this ugly disease.<br />i'll be thinking of you....so much !!<br />xobethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11094533582512917616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-26441603702265961692013-05-04T14:07:58.131-04:002013-05-04T14:07:58.131-04:00The best part of this is that now you have an answ...The best part of this is that now you have an answer. There is nothing more depressing than feeling sick and not knowing what the heck is going on. <br /><br />Along with everyone else, not so happy with shingles landing on top of this at the same time. The good news? Shingles are temporary. They will be gone and a lot sooner that the lung issue. I've been around shingles a bit and though damned uncomfortable, it DOES go away.<br /><br />Loving you from afar. Praying for you daily. And looking forward to seeing a healthier you when we meet in spring of next year.Annie Jeffrieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15415548089882625246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-2939364636678658322013-05-04T09:25:45.303-04:002013-05-04T09:25:45.303-04:00Oh Jeanie, this is awful news. Such an annoying tu...Oh Jeanie, this is awful news. Such an annoying turn of events! But if anyone can meet a challenge, it's you. You are stronger than you know and it sounds like you have good doctors on the case. Plus you have lots of people around who love and care for you. Be gentle with yourself, as you adjust to all these changes. Find your own rhythm in dealing with these health issues and reserve a few minutes every day for something that makes you happy/brings you joy. And keep fresh flowers in your house at all times - no better mood lifter, other than perhaps the laughter of a child. Thinking of you and sending positive energy and big hugs across the miles. xxparis parfaithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05457437124988976587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-61160809084251077602013-05-04T08:51:21.302-04:002013-05-04T08:51:21.302-04:00My Dear....My heart goes out to you in this MAC di...My Dear....My heart goes out to you in this MAC dilemma. I know you will make the right decision for yourself about this---Not an easy one, I know. I'm with you, as you know, in the Bronchectasis.....Stay strong, my dear, and weigh all the possibilities....! You've already been through so much---now, Life has handed you more. Soooo not fair, but...who ever said life was fair?<br />I'm so happy for you that you have such a strong support system---Essential to helping in one's overall well being, I know.<br />I send you Healing Hugs, my dear Jeanie....<br />((((((((((HUGS))))))))))OldLady Of The Hillshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02458879772193114892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-55272335189735843682013-05-03T15:42:42.460-04:002013-05-03T15:42:42.460-04:00When you listed your current experiences with this...When you listed your current experiences with this disease - with the whole complex of conditions you're having to deal with - you included "conquered" along with angry, frustrated, depressed, and so on. That's the only teeny-tiny disagreement I have with what you wrote here. The very fact of this post is the best demonstration of all that you aren't conquered at all. Tired, yes. Frustrated? Absolutely. Ready to smack the universe upside the head with a 2x4? Probably. But not conquered.<br /><br />Deciding to take on the treatment is the only rational response. If I were 85 years old and offered chemotherapy, I probably would say no. But you're in the prime of life and have a lot of living to do, and if I were in your situation I'd say "Bring it on".<br /><br />I wish there were something I could DO. But of course, I'm a "fixer" at heart, and have been since childhood. Sometimes things can't be fixed, they just have to be endured until they fix themselves.<br /><br />One note re: the shingles. Mom endured them for a couple of years, and once they were gone she was given a drug called neuronton to deal with the lingering pain. It worked like a charm. I'm absolutely certain your docs know about it, but if they haven't mentioned it, you might ask. There are the usual concerns about drug interactions, etc., but it never hurts to ask.<br /><br />As for the rest, I'm thinking about Atticus Finch in "To Kill a Mockingbird". He said, ""I wanted you to see what real courage is, instead of getting the idea that courage is a man with a gun in his hand. It's when you know you're licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and see it through no matter what."shoreacreshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284698314697628805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-56533093549886336312013-05-02T16:20:47.118-04:002013-05-02T16:20:47.118-04:00Of course, to read this was not really joyful, but...Of course, to read this was not really joyful, but the way you say things is so full of good, right, feelings that finally one takes pleasure reading it! Of course, I have no advice to give, except - just keep on being the person you are!<br /><br />... and I feel that blogging should definitely also be for this kind of stories. PeterParishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09694538476960957295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-54735429134820325612013-05-02T06:17:45.629-04:002013-05-02T06:17:45.629-04:00Oh, Jeanie... bless you! I'm so sorry you'...Oh, Jeanie... bless you! I'm so sorry you're having to deal with so much these days. And that the treatment you will be undertaking soon causes such adverse reactions. The reduction of eye sight... Oh, my... And now shingles to boot. I know how scary all this is for you. So much not know yet, so many questions. Take one step, one day at a time. Focus on you and your health, what you need. Let go of what you don't need. Do what you can. I can maybe help you along with tips on the fatigue thing. ;o) (I've actually been going through a bad patch lately. I'm giving myself pep talks...LOL!) Will be here still for the ride along with you, whatever it brings. Know you are loved and supported. We're cheering you on, Jeanie... and holding you gently in our hearts too. :o) ((LOVE & BIG HUGS))Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09179096002434748927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-32143824714133756752013-05-02T05:55:18.420-04:002013-05-02T05:55:18.420-04:00Dear Jeanie,
I am so sorry to read about all your ...Dear Jeanie,<br />I am so sorry to read about all your health challenges - as if you hadn't had already enough on your plate!<br />I am sending positive energy and healing thoughts your way!<br />Hope you can feel my virtual hug!<br /><br />DagmarQuiltmoose - Dagmarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03825035800046303186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-45698923259055746372013-05-02T03:18:18.634-04:002013-05-02T03:18:18.634-04:00Hi Jeanie - I find that fewer than 1% of my reader...Hi Jeanie - I find that fewer than 1% of my readers comment - although you are really good about it. Thank you! You have no shortage of commenters today ;)<br /><br />I am so sorry to what you are going through at the moment. It sounds scary and unknown. I hope the sun shines down on you brightly through these days! Thinking of you, xoLauraTravel With Luluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09646026064261601469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-13767550401625540512013-05-02T00:23:08.183-04:002013-05-02T00:23:08.183-04:00Jeanie, I'm sorry your health troubles have mu...Jeanie, I'm sorry your health troubles have multiplied. You've done so much in spite of your bronchiectasis, I know you have deep personal resources to use in dealing with these new challenges. Thank you for sharing so honestly and inviting the support of your readers and friends. You honor us with your openness and I hope we'll be able to help with our support and positive energy. Nancy/BLissed-Out Grandmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17223278142557533175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-51981565644842408842013-05-02T00:01:02.071-04:002013-05-02T00:01:02.071-04:00Jeanie,
I'm saddened to hear of your diagnosi...Jeanie,<br /><br />I'm saddened to hear of your diagnosis. It must be overwhelming for you and Rick. But just hang in there, now that you know what needs to be done. I pray that God would give you the strength and resilience that you need to overcome this. Stay close to Him, our healer and friend. <br /><br />Are you taking time off work? If so, you can now have some more free time to do what you enjoy. Focus on your interests and passions that can turn you away from looking too closely at your condition. Yes, do arts, read books, take photos, and blog. We're all here to accompany you on this journey, albeit not physically close, but still just a click away in the blogosphere. Artihttp://rippleeffects.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-74929380162130674352013-05-01T23:20:41.144-04:002013-05-01T23:20:41.144-04:00Dearest Jeanie, I havae been out of things the pa...Dearest Jeanie, I havae been out of things the past month or so and so was surprised when Rick told me a little while ago that you are again fighting the deamons. But at least this time you have a name for it. I hope that helps a little bit. Please know, dear daughter, that you are continually in my prayers and hugs, and if you need them a little closer, collect from Rick. Love, Kitty PS This was first message I found when signing off!!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-63852715210323206122013-05-01T23:16:56.318-04:002013-05-01T23:16:56.318-04:00Jeanie, I was so surprised when Rick told me that...Jeanie, I was so surprised when Rick told me that you are fighting the deamons again. This computer doesn't like me writing to you either so tomorrow I will call you. Hugs and prayers are with you. Love, KittyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-79716300540972443462013-05-01T22:34:41.306-04:002013-05-01T22:34:41.306-04:00Oh Jeanie....i am so sorry to hear of this happeni...Oh Jeanie....i am so sorry to hear of this happening in your life. I am a fairly new follower so I am just learning about you...but I do feel you will do whatever is necessary to keep your sunny out look and continue doing the things you love as often as possible.<br /><br />You are in my prayers.<br /><br />xo<br /><br />JoMy Grama's Soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10114089036939629527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-62960369056799190362013-04-30T19:23:32.963-04:002013-04-30T19:23:32.963-04:00Jeanie,
I'm really sorry to hear about your i...Jeanie,<br /><br />I'm really sorry to hear about your illness and challenging course of treatments. I know you'll meet these challenges as you always do. But, after Carol's illness and experiences of my own, I also realize how important it is to treasure each moment of happiness that you have each day. Illnesses have a way of giving you new perspectives about what is important in life, in relationships, and in goals for the future. Your friends become much more important, and small things bother you less. Your friends are with you in this course of treatments. You only need to ask if you need health. You've been such a good friend forever. It's time for us to be there for you.<br />Keithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16110756120718401767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-86140374122887923022013-04-30T18:37:05.553-04:002013-04-30T18:37:05.553-04:00Jeanie,
You are an amazing person and I am so ble...Jeanie, <br />You are an amazing person and I am so blessed to have the gift of your friendship. I believe putting it all out in the universe helps you & others deal with coping, and you do it all so eloquently! I'm in it with you and will be there along the way to see your progress and hold you up when you need it. Your stories are beautiful, photographs pure artistry, and your way of getting through this will be a heartfelt journey of love and emotions! Healing thoughts and love coming your way endlessly! xoxo Jan Janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12322316709780526823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-2349839993484266462013-04-30T15:01:23.515-04:002013-04-30T15:01:23.515-04:00Jeanie,
I've known for some time that somethin...Jeanie,<br />I've known for some time that something was amiss. You've done all of your readers a service by being brave enough to write about how difficult this is. I think that we're sometimes afraid to admit that we're frustrated or angry or depressed. You make it easier for others to admit those darker moments by sharing yours. I thank you for the links. I stopped by in the middle of the night last night. I often find myself here when I can't sleep. You have a way of lifting my spirits. That will not change.... even if you write about the less than happy things. I admire your classy style. I can't tell you how sorry I am to learn this. May your treatments work their powers and may the side effects be negelible. Share when and what you please. We are in your corner. You are in my heart, always.<br />BellaBella Rumhttp://culdesacchronicles.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5681875145919050501.post-92164035267890200272013-04-30T13:27:41.900-04:002013-04-30T13:27:41.900-04:00What hard things to have to take in, and to face!
...What hard things to have to take in, and to face!<br /><br />It doesn't seem fair -- you already have one issue -- stacking another biggie on top of that just isn't right. <br /><br />Sending you best vibes, that the docs can come up with a treatment plan that helps you feel better, without any significant side effects!<br /><br />I need orangehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16819543886910857718noreply@blogger.com