Only a week has gone by since the diagnosis, and I am quite sure that we have been through every emotion possible. I can finally speak about it without tearing up so I feel it's a good time to start this Blog to share my experience, hear from you and answer questions.
To fill you in....
Last Monday I had a colonoscopy, Tuesday we met with a surgeon, Wednesday was the ultrasound, Thursday met with the Oncologist. The weekend was a time for rest and realization. Tomorrow we'll meet with the Radiation Oncologist to set up the Radiation and Chemotherapy treatments which should begin this next week. Surgery will come sometime in November, then we'll go from there.
Both our daughters are starting new school adventures, one into high school the other into college. Doug and I didn't know we'd be adding this new journey among all that excitement, but we'll face it with determination.
As for my work, those who know me well know that publishing my newsletters has been a great pleasure for me these last 18 years, and I'm not done yet. I fully intend to print a September, October and November issue - and to have them out on the first of the month like usual, but that may have to be flexible. After that, it will likely be necessary to forgo a few months but please be loyal readers and Advertisers, and watch for me to return in the Spring.
The well wishes and prayers thus far has been very touching! We are so keenly aware of how blessed we are to have such an awesome circle of friends like you.
A Note from Debbie.....
It's been one amazing year and now I am happy to say I am cured. Please see below for my journey through cancer....
Hello my friends, on August 4, 2008 I was diagnosed with Cancer.
As you can imagine the initial shock was great, for me, Doug and our girls. We've now got a great team of colorectal doctors, learned a lot about what is ahead, and have gotten our minds wrapped around it. So now we are in the "let's get this thing out of here" mode and feel very confident that, with prayers and support of my friends and family, by next Spring I will celebrate being cancer-free.
Please join me in this journey of Recovery, and visit this blog from time to time for updates, to post your comments, and read others'. If you're new to Blogging (as am I!) new postings are at the top, click the Archives at the left and scroll down to start at the beginning, then press "Comments" to read responses, and please add your own! And if you will, leave your name and how we're associated, as opposed to Anonymous (thanks!). Email Doug for instructions if you have trouble, ddavis@archifects.com.
With much love,
Debbie
Hello my friends, on August 4, 2008 I was diagnosed with Cancer.
As you can imagine the initial shock was great, for me, Doug and our girls. We've now got a great team of colorectal doctors, learned a lot about what is ahead, and have gotten our minds wrapped around it. So now we are in the "let's get this thing out of here" mode and feel very confident that, with prayers and support of my friends and family, by next Spring I will celebrate being cancer-free.
Please join me in this journey of Recovery, and visit this blog from time to time for updates, to post your comments, and read others'. If you're new to Blogging (as am I!) new postings are at the top, click the Archives at the left and scroll down to start at the beginning, then press "Comments" to read responses, and please add your own! And if you will, leave your name and how we're associated, as opposed to Anonymous (thanks!). Email Doug for instructions if you have trouble, ddavis@archifects.com.
With much love,
Debbie
Sunday, August 10, 2008
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Deb,
You have my devotion and we will get thru this. Thank you to all who have called and emailed, our support group is awesome already and building.
Thanks much
Doug
We love you and you know that we are here for you - anytime - anything.
Love, prayers and laughter-
Rick & Sharon
Debbie, I am amazed at your ability to write such an eloquent blog in the midst of dealing with this. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. You are very blessed to have the support of your family at this time. Stay positive, like you always are. Love, Michele and Garrett
Debbie, You know Don and I are there to support you thru this.
You are so blessed to have such a wonderful and loving family.
We love you and will always be there.
Susie and Don
Hey Debbie,
I was hoping you had a restful weekend! You have been in my thoughts daily, if not hourly. If you need any help on the evenings or weekends for your newsletter, let me know.
xox Maureen
Deb, Doug and Girls, your strength is inspiring! I am with you through every step of this process. Attitude is everything! Love,
e
I agree with Eric. Your strength and determination, Debbie, is inspiring! You are amazing! My thoughts and prayers are with you, Doug and your beautiful girls. I hope I can give back a fraction of what you've given to me! I am here for you anytime.
Blessings,
Dawn
Debbie, I am sorry to hear about this new challenge. I know it is difficult to realize that these things don't always happen to "someone else" but they hit home as well. It sounds as though you will bounce back, however I know the next few months will not be easy, emotionally or physically. I know the treatments take a lot out of you, you will need to fight to keep your spirits up. If there is anything I can do to help out you, Doug or the girls please let me know.
On the business front, we are willing to help you out as much as you need. I am actually looking into hiring some additional help at the shop, a guy who has experience with Adobe products including InDesign. So if you get to a point where you need some assistance please do not hesitate to ask, we will do whatever we can to help.
Remember everything happens for a reason (even though we may not understand) and I know you will end up stronger on the other end.
Keith
Dear Debbie Dawn,
When you were not quite old enough to walk, you tried, sometimes running headlong but never giving up. I thought at first you were stubborn:) Then I believed you to be and now I know that you are, determined.Thank God you are that!
You will not give up on this target. It has been identified and you have taken aim! You are my Baby, 4th of 4. I love you and only your strength will get us all through this 'Journey'.
Love,
Mom
Hi Debbie and family,
What an awesome blog and how blessed you are to have your amazing family.
As I told your Mom, you are on several prayer lists here.
I love you.
Aunt Janice
On days when you are feeling weak you may ask yourself "Why me?". Other days when you are feeling in control you might think "Why NOT me - I am strong enough to beat this!"
Either way, know that there are many that are holding you up in prayer and standing in the gap for you.
We'll be praying and walking along with you...
Rob
Sometimes He calms the storm and other times he calms the child...
Dear Debbie,
It's been so long since I've seen you or talked to you. I still think of you as a teenager, and now your little girls are all grown up! At first I was shocked and saddened by your news. Then I read your blog and realized what an amazing woman you have become. Your positive attitude and determination will get you through this thing! Not to mention the devotion of your husband and the love from your girls. I wish you and your family all the best in the upcoming months. Thank you for keeping us all informed in Illinois.
Love,
Mary Ellen and Larry
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Love,
Your cousin Katie
Debbie,Doug,&Girls,
At first I was upset when I heard you had cancer. The shock of hearing it is really bad. I know, been there done that. With the support of you hubby and family you'll win. Keep that positive attitude and trust in all the prayers that have been heading your way. We love you and will be with you all the way.
Aunt Betty & Uncle Tim
Debbie,
Your grace and determination are to be admired! We are here for you and your family at anytime. You are always in our prayers and thughts.
Lots of love, Hunter and Matt
I don't really know what to say, except cancer SUCKS! However, I can see from this blog, that it is making you stronger, building on your incitefulness and I'm guessing giving you a new zest for life. After losing both my Father & my Aunt (my Mother's sister & grandmother of my adopted children)& recently supporting my sister in law dealing with cancer, I can see that it is something that hits anyone for no reason. Watching their journeys with cancer, it weighed on my heart as now your cancer will weigh as well. I am glad to hear the prognosis is positive and their is a viable treatment..We look forward to many more Jul 4th Parties, Halloween parties & random weekends in the mountains..let us know if you need anything..(Doug too!, this is also hard on the spouse!!) Not to mention the kids..
My thoughts & prayers are with you!
Judy V
Davis Family - No matter what religion (Christianity, Judaism, Mallardism, etc...) you believe in, they all have the two common ingredients - FAITH & LOVE!
We have faith you will conquer the evil C and we love you guys so much!
Since we are so computer illiterate, we thought blog and bling were related! Not!
This is our first attempt at "blogging", very cool!
Love & Prayers
Mr. & Mrs. Chairmon
Debbie,
I admire your strength and willingness to share your experience like this! This blog will be a GREAT comfort for you, Doug and the girls and for all of us because we can all share in your journey and give support along the way. If I remember anything about you as a little girl, I remember how strong willed and determined you were at work and at play! You can beat this! Keep up your spirit and determination. We are all praying for you and your family.
Love you guys,
Aunt Karen and Uncle Bill
Debbie, you are an amazing person! I look at this blog and I am inspired and in awe. You have a wonderful support team! Stay strong and know that there are many prayers being said for you. My Mother always says "prayers can move mountains" I believe it. Please know that I am here to help in anyway I can, just let me know. Laurie White
Hi my baby sister,
The phone lines WERE up and running Tues morning (after Fay hit Naples), so I heard the good news from Mom about the latest test you had taken and let me tell you-- what a relief and thrill THAT was! I am SO happy (AS ARE WE ALL) with the news that it is limited to the one mass. We are praying sooo hard that the treatments you undergo next week will be thoroughly effective and relatively easy for you to endure. I woke this morning thinking, I wish this was one of those things I could tell you to 'jump up and down, twirl around and do three squats' to get rid of, like we did when we were kids... Oh, if life were just that simple again. I love the little girl you were and the beautiful, loving, woman you have become... Keep that pretty head up, our hearts are all with yours!
LOVE Laurey (and Gerald)
Thanks so much for the update and keeping this blog diary it is an awesome way to communicate your journey. The Davis family is incredibly strong and will make it through this. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you daily.
Love ya
Dennis & Donna
Hi Debbie,
We just heard of your cancer and wanted to let you know we are praying for you and will continue to do so often. Times like this we wish we still lived in Castle Rock so we could be there for you and your family, but at least consider yourself hugged all the way from Fairmont MN.
Take care Davis family..we miss you!
Randy and Kelly Quiring
Deb,
Your mom was right in her blog that you were stubborn. Doug said we are know in the 3rd period and we need you to play great defence, like the Minnesota Wild not the Colorado Avalanche. Your smile and drive are contagious, so I know you will beat this DAMM disease. We pray for you everyday, so keep your head up and keep pushing forward !!
God Bless,
Peter D.
"Go Bears"
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