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October 3, 2013

We are almost there. . . . . .

It has been a long time since I first announced that my husband Ron has been battling cancer.  We have had peaks and valleys along the way but here we are. . . . close to the end of the treatment journey.  

As of this very moment there is just one chemo left and eight radiation treatments.  In my opinion, he has done very well.  Once this stage is behind him, we move onto the "wait and see" stage which involves constant testing.  

It won't be for two full years before we know if Ron is cancer free.  But I guarantee you that no one here will be sitting on their hands waiting during that time and not working!  I have begun designing again and have great plans already in place for the new year.  We even have a new series that we will be announcing in the weeks ahead!  It will overlap the sheep by one month so we will actually be finishing in December with the sheep and starting with the new one.  

Living through and with cancer changes you.  Those of you have been there and done that know exactly what I mean.  I like to think that we have been forever changed for the good.  Thank you for sticking by us and helping us to see this through.  We both feel so blessed.

Diane

29 comments:

  1. So glad to hear that the end is in sight. I hope that things only continue to get better.

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  2. So good to have you back, Diane. Really looking forward to the new series!

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  3. Having been through cancer treatments with my family including my mom, my husband, and myself, I understand how you are feeling. I'm glad your dh's treatments are near the end. It will take a little while to gain strength back to where it was, but it will come. Prayers and thoughts for you all.

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  4. Diane, you and Ron are in our thoughts and prayers everyday. I know that we only wish you and your family the very best. I'm so looking forward to whatever wonderful new projects you have in store for us.

    Blessings to you.

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  5. So glad Ron is doing well. Looking forward to seeing what new designs you have thought up!

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  6. As a BC survivor, it really DOES change your perspective on life--BIG time! God blessed me by opening my heart and eyes to things I really never considered before... He is good! Blessings to you all!

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  7. So good to hear the process is going well. Blessing for good healing!!

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  8. Thank you so much for the update! You've been on my heart and in my prayers. I'm so glad to hear your husband is doing well. Prayers will continue...

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  9. So glad to read your update, Diane. Wishing you and Ron the best, and anxiously waiting for the new designs to come out. Thank you!

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  10. Sending my prayers to you both!
    Glad to hear he is doing well.
    xoxo

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  11. A lovely post, wishing you both the best. Looking forward to the new designs :) Take care x

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  12. So glad things are going your way. Prayers are continuing for you and Ron. Love your designs and always look forward to your new ones.

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  13. Still praying here. Looking forward to your new designs. Cathryn

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  14. Get well soon wish your husband!

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  15. Thoughts and prayers continue to come your way from here in New Hampshire. REALLY looking forward to seeing the new designs!

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  16. I have been absent from blogging for a little while and was not aware of your news. I am so sorry to hear this Diane. You and your husband will be in my thoughts and prayers. It sounds like the treatments are going well and I pray that the outcome is favourable.

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  17. So glad to hear that Ron is doing well. Thinking of you both x

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  18. Anonymous9:57 AM

    My heart fills with joy reading that your husband is doing well. I am happy for you both and will continue to pray for you.

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  19. I am glad to hear the end of treatments is in sight. Hope things continue to go well for you. Thinking of you both.

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  20. Having gone through chemo and radiation and all the testing I feel I can understand what you have both been through - it's hard but you're through it. It will take some time for Ron to feel better and get his energy back - but it does come. So very glad to hear he is doing well and yes, the waiting is the hardest part, but you have so very many people praying for you and sending good thoughts. Take care

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  21. Anonymous11:33 PM

    these are such good news, thank you for taking the time to update us.
    sending all my positive thoughts, I'll think about you while working on your designs, as well as Nikki's.
    hugs,
    chiara

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  22. Anonymous11:35 PM

    these are such good news, thank you for taking the time to share them with us.
    I'll think about you while working on your designs, as well as Nikki's.
    lots of hugs and happiness,
    chiara

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  23. Continued prayers for your family. I wish your husband the best and hope he will be free of this nasty disease. God bless you all.

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  24. Continued blessings for your family. You sound strong....you can do this!

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  26. Oh Diane, it has been a journey that you have so eloquently written about! We are always with you no matter where your road leads :)
    Love you both!

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  27. I'm so glad to here that Ron is doing well .. I know how stressing this time is from my own life. I keep my fingers (double) crossed that all goes well and that you can celebrated in two years when is he cancer free !!!
    Can't wait to see the new series ... I'm still busy with the sheep and CCN's christmas houses. Now CCn comes again with a new series and so are you ... hooray !!!!

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  28. I'm glad to hear you are fighting the good fight and enjoying every day and looking forward to a bright future. We ALL love LHN and can't wait to see what you have in store for us. Sending you and your DH warm regards and prayers for a full recovery. Melody

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  29. Hello Diane:

    You are in my prayers while I stitch Hillside Travellers and almost done, love the warm colors and the relaxing picture. I am about to do the Library next, presently a UFO project.

    Take care and good luck with everything

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Thank you so much for taking time from your day to drop me a line or two!

Diane