tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post2672556581203150308..comments2023-08-14T04:46:35.652-04:00Comments on Tessa's Cancer Journey #3: Moving OnAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01518249977551009744noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-37242343967005755412011-12-05T11:05:33.615-05:002011-12-05T11:05:33.615-05:00I stumbled across your blog while looking for phot...I stumbled across your blog while looking for photos of a double lumen catheter on google. I am a fellow cancer survivor and stem cell transplant survivor. I am happy to say I am almost 6 years out from my transplant and I feel great - actually that is part of why I am googling pictures. I teach nutrition classes for cancer patients now and do speaking engagements about my cancer and my faith. I have started to put together what pictures I do have along with information about the transplant because people are telling me I look too healthy and am too young to have gone through something like this - crazy as cancer doesn't really care how old I am - but wonderful that I look and feel healthy now.<br /><br />Anyway - I just wanted to write and hopefully encourage you as you continue to recover - I describe recovery as a roller coaster of ups and downs - the ups gradually get longer and the downs shorter. I don't have a blog about my full story like you (I wish I did now) but I have started a website that has some of my info on it. www.plantedforlife.com. I'm not selling anything - I just wanted to reach out as someone who has gone through some of the same experience. If you ever want to chat with someone who has been there I'd be happy to be a listening ear. BMT info on facebook is also a great resource.<br /><br />Blessings to you,<br />LisaLisaisplantedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09400376542359055637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-46714887654635413232011-06-18T14:09:32.942-04:002011-06-18T14:09:32.942-04:00Your comments made me think of a few things:
1- th...Your comments made me think of a few things:<br />1- the memory you are describing is my regular memory inherited from my mom's side...pregnancy makes me feel like a complete idiot. So, be grateful you know what it feels like to have that memory and hope for when it returns (some will never know).<br />2- your life span...my Bro in law has degenerative kidney disease and has 2 years of success after his first transplant...he may survive another in 12-15 years, but science is not on his side after that. Both their daughters have inherited it...my sister feels horrible about it and comes to terms knowing how quickly science is growing in these fields and her girls have more hope than the previous generation...your life span hopes constantly grow with science, not with past expectations!!!<br />3- your positive quotes and attitude will carry you through!<br /><br />Can't wait to start following your new blog! Love having Mikey and getting to know her :)Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05046539438189978327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-26701008455512827092011-06-09T10:32:13.567-04:002011-06-09T10:32:13.567-04:00Tessa,
I don't know if you'll have any id...Tessa,<br /><br />I don't know if you'll have any idea who I am, but my husband (Trevor) and I (Chelsie) worked with Adam at the library at USU. I believe were in labor at the same time with our little girls.<br /><br />Anyway, I just saw your I'm Mormon vid and came across your blog via another cancer blog. I just wanted to say that you're amazing!<br /><br />I love your attitude. You've got your priorities right where they should be, and it is so inspiring.<br /><br />I wish the best for you and your family. Your children are completely adorable. And you are gorgeous.Chelsie Younghttp://www.dailydaph.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-74501456365315162432011-06-08T18:48:07.037-04:002011-06-08T18:48:07.037-04:00I love you guys! You all made me cry with your sw...I love you guys! You all made me cry with your sweet comments! Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm so lucky to have had your support!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01518249977551009744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-43672376576455071332011-06-08T18:32:08.299-04:002011-06-08T18:32:08.299-04:00Tessa you are awesome! You a look great. I'm g...Tessa you are awesome! You a look great. I'm glad to see your doing well. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.Chelley Dansereau Budgenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-72683324359115940882011-06-08T16:09:52.458-04:002011-06-08T16:09:52.458-04:00Love your outlook~ you are amazing, and I am happy...Love your outlook~ you are amazing, and I am happy I have had the chance to follow your inspiring example!<br />Love you, LindaLinda Oxborrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17681314897851705815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-91727665360946177732011-06-08T11:29:33.996-04:002011-06-08T11:29:33.996-04:00Your story is phenomenal. You are an incredible pe...Your story is phenomenal. You are an incredible person. I love how honest you are while still being optimistic. Good luck with everything!Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07752730192463071047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-6975080637580983322011-06-07T23:12:20.689-04:002011-06-07T23:12:20.689-04:00Tessa,
I thought I would let you know, your old w...Tessa, <br />I thought I would let you know, your old ward here in Smithfield has been keeping up with you and your progress. Our hearts and prayers truly go out to you. Your writing and faith have touched my heart deeply. You have helped me to see so much more clearly the meaning of this life. <br /><br />I will continue to have you in my hearts and prayers and I hope the best for you and your family.<br /><br />Cami GrahamCamihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05743588348404224332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-31940719801608528192011-06-07T01:51:28.219-04:002011-06-07T01:51:28.219-04:00Tessa - you have alway been a winner and shine abo...Tessa - you have alway been a winner and shine above almost everybody. Thanks for taking time to share your story - it will help all who reads it - including me. You are the best - never give up, just like when you played in a state level soccer game with your medical tubes taped into place during your first Journey. My love and prayers go out to you and your family. Thanks for letting me be a very small part of your life!Danhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10870119923086756372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-51544523211165680162011-04-29T17:46:46.262-04:002011-04-29T17:46:46.262-04:00What a journey! So amazing to see your perspective...What a journey! So amazing to see your perspective and insight given with this trial. It's interesting that you say you need to spend each moment with your family even though you are tired. I think that can go for anyone because we really don't know when any of us are going to be called "home". Such hopeful insight and I am thrilled to here you are on the mend. Wish you the best! Look forward to reading about your future family memories on your blog!THE COLLETT FAMILY!!https://www.blogger.com/profile/15611850435703911960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1019359732866743084.post-21548820278676815682011-04-29T01:07:52.116-04:002011-04-29T01:07:52.116-04:00So happy you are doing better. I appreciate you s...So happy you are doing better. I appreciate you sharing your journey and look forward to reading about your family on your blog.Lindsey Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14795255467969471837noreply@blogger.com