My brother went to a Breast Cancer Awareness event on campus (MSOE) last Friday. He got a t-shirt for me that has a fantastic quote on it from Eleanor Roosevelt. "You gain strengh, courage and confidence by every experence in which you really stop to look fear in the face." With only two more days to go until the surgery I would say I'm definately at the "fear in the face" part. It's hard to understand how you can feel fear and at the same time be angry and ready to even the score.
I'm not a big fan of the unknown, but there aren't many choices here.
I've had a lot of requests for news/updates about the surgery on Thursday. My very most wonderful friend Amy has agreed to post some updates as she hears from Matt during and after the surgery.
I'll do at least one more post before the surgery. Sorry Beth, no before pictures - I've got co-workers reading this too!!
Love,
Sandy
18 comments:
We all know that these two days will be tough. You are absolutely amazing. I can't imagine going through this and having to wait over a month after the diagnosis. I only had to wait 10 days, and to me that was an eternity. We all know that everything will be fine-difficult, but fine in the end. You have so many friends and relatives that will help you in any way possible. We all love and support you. Mom & Steve
Hey Sandy. I can't imagine what your feeling right now. Im so sorry. Your a ROCKSTAR, you always have been and you always will be. If I don't see you before Thursday, break a leg girl.
I love you tons-n-tons.
and I'll see you first thing Friday morning.
xoxo Sharon
Hey Sandy,
I will see you at work later today but I know it will be hard to talk there!! Just wanted to let you know we will all miss you while you are out and will be thinking of you everyday!! We can't wait to have your smiling face and smart alec remarks back soon!! I know your surgery will go great, good luck!! Love you lots, Kathy
Glad you like the shirt. I'm sure things will go fine one Thursday. I'll be thinking about you! Love you,
Nate
Sandy,
Keep up with that wine therapy that I mentioned. And keep up with the positive thoughts. I'll be with you in spirit on Thursday. From the response that I've gotten to the Breast Cancer Walk, I know that you have a huge group of friends and family that will be with you all the way.
Pam
Sandy, everything will be ok. Keep the positive attitude. All our good thoughts are with you now.
God bless you. Adalber
Hi Sandy,
Dan and I will be waiting for updates on Thursday. We are praying hard and know you will be just fine. Try to keep your spirits. I know, easier said than done, but I feel you have been doing fine so far. Love, love, love. Karen
Hello everyone,
Let's not forget about Matt. He is going through hell also. We are thinking and praying for you also Matt and always have been. Karen
“I want a special story.” Olivia Pelzek circa 2005/2006 several hundred times.
Alright, here it is:
Once upon a time there was a special young woman. She was a special wife, a special mom, a special daughter, a special sister, and a special friend to a whole lot of people. One day she got sick and everyone was very sad but she said, “Knock it off.” Then everyone shaped up (because they didn’t want their blocks knocked off) and pitched in to help her feel better. Then the special young woman got all better and everyone lived happily ever after. The End.
Two things make this a special story - #1, it conforms to the rigorous and challenging special story format and #2, it’s about Sandy.
Love you, Dad
I have a feeling you will come through the surgery with flying colors! I have heard of quite a few women lately that have had your same surgery and are doing just fine after just a few months. I know you will do the same. Our prayers are always with you. We will anxiously be awaiting news after the surgery.
Good luck and God Bless!!
Nancy & John
Hi Sandy,
Having just read your dad's (and my SPECIAL brother's) comments, I am a sobbing mess. But I'll knock it off, okay? I don't want to be in trouble with you. Just know that most of the state of Illinois will be thinking about you, Matt and the girls on Thursday. We love you all very much. And Steve is right...you will live happily ever after.
Love, AJ
I will be thinking of you. You really are such a strong person and an inspiration for others. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Love,
Meg Austin
I just have one addendum to Dad's 'special story'...she wore a rainbow colored bandana with puffy sleeve and had a horse named Rosie. You have the biggest cheerleading squad ever... I love you Sweetswart! Patsy
Sandy--We're sending you all our energy and positive thoughts and good wishes and prayers and tons of hugs and love. What more can you want? Good health, of course, which you will soon have if your family and friends have anything to say about it. We are WILLING those docs to make you well!! Hang in there Matt, Olivia, & Carina.
Love Becky & Dennis
Hi Sandy,
You are in our thoughts and prayers daily and know that you are a fighter, so nothing stands a chance with you! Our love to the girls and Matt--now he can drive you around for awhile[haha]! You have the best at Froedert!!
Love Nancy & Jim
We have been thinking of you and will keep doing our best to keep positive thoughts streaming to you, Matt and your children.
You are a strong and wise person to know when to ask for help. We will be here to do everything we can.
Dana and I want all the best for such a good person as you.
Krystoff and Dana
Hi Sandy,
You're in our thoughts and prayers, too, as are Matt and Carina, and Olivia. We know the surgery will go great and because you're so physically fit, you'll heal very quickly.
Much love,
Howie, Debbie, and Eric
Dear Sandy,
Good luck on Thursday -- we join your legions of friends to send you every possible good wish!! You're in expert hands, and that makes all the difference. You'll be on the mend before you know it. Know that we love you and will be thinking of you every moment of the day. Matt, hang in there....things will be looking up.
Love, Linda and Rich
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