Well, I just got off the phone with my lifelong best friend. Judie to me but Judith to others has had a 9 month battle with several stage 4 cancers.
Today, while heavily medicated, she was able to tell me her kidney cancer has stablized but her liver cancer has increase expotentially. They're going to take her off her kidney chemo and start her on liver chemo in addition to her lung and spline cancers.
Judie has been in my life through much of the worst times. It's been like a marriage actually. We've both been through the worst and the absolute best together.
This card, hopefully, will show her how I will always remember her. Whenever she walked into a room, every head turned. She was and still is the most strikingly gorgeous tall thin woman I have ever known.
My heart is so sad because 3000 miles separate us. I cry alot to myself and to her on the phone. I will so dearly miss the many chapters in my life where she has always been there for me.
For those with a spiritual nature, I would be so grateful if you could pray for her. I no longer pray for not to own cancer, but that God will make ready her heart for the life that is to come.
TFL!
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Sending prayers for both of you...this is absolutely gorgeous...The pearls and gold...always perfect for all women! I pray that God will continue to give you both the strength for the journey to come.
Registered: February 12, 2007 Location: Aurora, Colorado Posts: 13642
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 1:06 PM
Of course I will pray for your friend and you. What special relationships you have with so many people. I definitely have to stop teasing you and just support you with loving prayers and strength. This is such a beautiful card in tribute to such a wonderful friend. Thanks for sharing your card and story with us. Wish I could give you a great big hug!!!!! Maybe in November!!!
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Registered: June 10, 2007 Location: BC Posts: 44872
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 1:51 PM
Anne, this card is just beautiful - just like you. I am so very sorry to learn about the illness of your life long friend -and certainly I will pray for her. I am so very sorry for your sorrow and hers. You are a special friend to so many -including me her on SCS . To know you in person as Judie has is a blessing. I am so sorry that such a distance seperates you at this tme. I know that even so you are a precious and wonderful friend to Judie - and she will so appreicate this elegant card. It's just lovely!
Blessings to both of you Anne - both of you will be in my prayers. love you!
Registered: May 31, 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 14509
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 2:30 PM
Anne, I am so saddened by your news but ever so moved by your words. Your card is sure to bring comfort and my thoughts are with you both.
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Registered: March 11, 2008 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 39766
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 2:55 PM
My heart swells with sadness as to this news of your dear life long friend. They are few and far between. Be thankful you were blessed with this wonderful person to share in your everyday life. We never know exactly what waits for us day to day, but we do know that our trust in Jehovah will help us to cope with our problems. Your card is so elegant and full of love. We are all here for you Anne and your sweet dear friend Judith. TFS :0)
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Registered: June 21, 2006 Location: Still getting giddy over paper and ink in Colorful Colorado! Posts: 14180
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 4:54 PM
Anne, thank you for sharing about your friend. It saddens my heart that she is going through so much pain and trauma to her body...but it is good that you can remember her this way and with such a beautiful image. I will pray for her. It is hard to find a lifelong friend, I know.
Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 5:15 PM
Anne, thanks so much for sharing this special person and special relationship with all of us. My heart sank when I read your story. My heart was also touched when I saw the card you created for her. From your description, it is SO HER!!! How on earth did you happen to have an image like that and put it together in such a stunning manner!! What a tribute to your dear friend and I know it will bring comfort to her. I will pray for you both during this journey. God Bless Anne!!! TFS!!
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Registered: July 1, 2007 Location: small town near montreal, quebec Posts: 26677
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 5:35 PM
Anne, you got the style, the elegance and the heart! The image here is so beautiful, I'm sure Judy will love it as she does you. I can only send more love to you and Judy by keeping you near in my heart. So moved that you could trust this forum of us girls, to share your story. I feel priviledged to know someone like you. TFS
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Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 7:27 PM
I am so sad to hear of your friend's illness, Anne. How blessed you are to have a friend so dear and to know that she has a beautiful life to come. I can't even imagine your heartache, though. What a beautiful card - it certainly expresses the admiration you have for your friend. Wishing you much comfort in your happy memories and time remaining.
Registered: March 21, 2006 Location: sunny southern california Posts: 20098
Sat, Aug 08, 2009 @ 10:09 PM
Anne, how gracious of you to share a piece of Judie's story with us. I join in with many of your cyber friends in committing to lift this precious classy lady up in prayers. I'm also sending prayers and hugs your way as you deal with this painful season in your relationship. You both are very fortunate to have found such a deep bond of love in each other. This card from your heart and soul is sure to bring her closer to knowing she is loved much through her horrendous battle.
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Registered: April 18, 2009 Location: Boston suburbs, MA Posts: 14060
Sun, Aug 09, 2009 @ 7:28 AM
What a lovely tribute, Anne. Elegant and very special looking, just like your beautiful friend. It should truly show her how you feel and will remember her.
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