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Doreen died Sunday, October 7th, 2007.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Monday, October 8, 2007 8:53 AM CDT

Doreen has been staying in California with her sister. Margy left me a message that the doctors there sent her to hospice with a morphine drip. Send correspondence to 2758 Highland Blvd, Spring Valley, CA 91977 Send prayers to your Higher Power.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Sunday, October 7, 2007 8:57 AM CDT

Doreen,
I've been thinking of you lately and wondering how you are feeling? I'm hoping you are much stronger and feeling much better.
Regards, Colleen Behnken
Colleen Behnken <cbehnken@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Monday, September 11, 2006 1:53 PM CDT

Hello Doreen, saw this today and wanted to enligthen you:
Psalm 121 A song of ascents.
1 I lift up my eyes to the hills—
where does my help come from?
2 My help comes from the LORD,
the Maker of heaven and earth.
3 He will not let your foot slip—
he who watches over you will not slumber;
4 indeed, he who watches over Israel
will neither slumber nor sleep.
5 The LORD watches over you—
the LORD is your shade at your right hand;
6 the sun will not harm you by day,
nor the moon by night.
7 The LORD will keep you from all harm—
he will watch over your life;
8 the LORD will watch over your coming and going
both now and forevermore.
Evelyn Mulero <emulero@us.ibm.com>
Smyrna, GA USA - Monday, April 10, 2006 1:21 PM CDT

Doreen. So glad to see your post. I am going to call Lou and get your phone number again and give you a call. Hope you don't mind. I am in Florida right now spending a week with my parents. My energy level is outstanding. Still moaning like I am 100 yrs old when I get in and out of cars or up off the couch. Have aches and pains especially in my joints. If this is all I have to suffer with I am greatful. Not sure if I have osteoarthritis or if the "almost 50" has caught up with me. I can live with tylenol and motrin. Hope you improve each day and get more strength back. Summer is coming and I know when you can get out in your yard and putts around you will perk up. Just stay out of the dirt girlie. Will be calling you when I get home. Take care. Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Saturday, February 11, 2006 8:37 PM CST

Doreen. I remember how much work the daily bath can be. I often think of that when showering now and how much energy I have when Im done. And how great it is to not have a line to worry about. Not sure if you still have your Hickman catheter. It will get better. So glad you are back online. Take care. Keeping you in prayer. Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Saturday, January 21, 2006 8:00 PM CST

Welcome back to the real world. Congratulations. And welcome to an elite club. Now you're truly special. Love & stuff
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Monday, January 16, 2006 6:12 AM CST

Hey Doreen. I have missed you so much. Im so glad you are home and I would love to hear all that has been going on. I assume you are doing well if you are home. You have been down one long road and its only going to be up hill from here on out. Hope you continue to do well. Would love for you to drop me a line. So happy to know you are ok. Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Saturday, January 14, 2006 9:44 PM CST

Doreen,
I hope you are feeling better as each day moves on. I was talking to Judy Moyer this evening and she shared this website with me. WOW...you have been down a long tough road. In a short period of time, you'll look back at his and rejoice it's all behind you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best Regards, Colleen
Colleen Behnken <cbehnken@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Thursday, January 5, 2006 11:40 PM CST

Talked to Doreen today. She's doing well. Quiet Christmas at home with Mark. May get computer going this week to up-date this site. We all have a lot to be grateful for this holiday.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Sunday, December 25, 2005 2:44 PM CST

Oh my gosh HOME SWEET HOME to your own bed, your own space, your own private palace!! So happy to hear that news!! What a G-RRRREAT day!! Thinking of you fondly, talk to you soon! love melissa
melissa <maurbaniak@msn.com>
colorado springs, co - Monday, December 12, 2005 12:00 AM CST

Hi Doreen .. I am so happy for you ! Your (and Margy's) updates to keep everyone informed was so helpful .. and as I think about you being on the "final approach" in August .. I now realize that you truly have "touched down" (yes .. I had labeled touch down as "100% recovery" .. and while you are not at 100% .. you are on your way). You have endured the turbulence though your positive attitude, built in drive, physical strength, and spiritual beliefs and have now "overcome". I'm very proud of you and extremely happy for you ! Always continue to keep the faith .. and always keep looking toward the Future.

Sincerely .. your "happy" friend .. with thoughts and prayers always,

Ed ...

Ed Gomez <gomez@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN U.S.A. - Sunday, December 11, 2005 9:30 PM CST

Doreen. Im so excited for you. Nothing like home and your own bed. So glad you are making progress everyday. Hope you can get ahold of a computer at home and keep us all updated. When people ask what they can do for you, make sure you tell them and let them. Dont try to be super woman! Just putting together something to eat or do a load of wash can wipe you out. Take it easy, but not too easy. So happy for you. Take care. Pam
Pam <Pamyrn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Friday, December 9, 2005 4:47 PM CST

Doreen, I have been following this for a while and I must say that I knew you had what it took to get through this. If you could put up with me, you can do anything.

Be well.
Don
Rochester, mn us - Friday, December 2, 2005 8:29 PM CST

Doreen-I am so happy to hear of your continued progress. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Take good care of yourself and listen to Margy and the docs. Looking forward to your return to Rochester!
Laura Buchler
Rochester, MN USA - Thursday, December 1, 2005 1:00 PM CST

Congratualtions. Great news. Your enthusiasm shows in your writing style. And "good" news about your fall, now you have functioning platelets and whites so it wasn't worse. Remember, Mayo offers wheelchairs. Great job, both of you. Did you see that Mary Travers (of Peter, Paul and Mary) is planning a reunion concert after an unrelated BMT for her leukemia? Welcome to an elite group. Love & stuff
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Thursday, December 1, 2005 5:19 AM CST

Hey there Doreen,
I am glad to hear everything is going good. Margy, make sure you keep Doreen in line by making her walk and exerise. But most importantly keep cheering for the Packers:)
Theresa Steinke <sundropmonkey@hotmail.com>
Minneapolis, - Tuesday, November 29, 2005 8:13 PM CST

Doreen. Sorry to hear you wasn't able to eat that great dinner the ladies sent over. There will be many more Thanksgivings for you girl. Its just a day that family and friends gather. We can do that all year. I was just diagnosed 2 wks before Thanksgiving last year. Did not know if I would see another. So thankful for so much this year. Boy does time fly when your having so much fun. Looking forward to Christmas as Im sure you are. Won't it be great to be home with your tree up and twinkling! And Im confindent you will be back home by then.
So glad to see you are no taking any steps back right now but only forward. Take care. Embrace each and every day. You sounded so much better on the phone than you did the first time. Hope you didnt mind me getting "too" personal and calling. Cant wait till your next birthday! Take care. In my prayers....Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, November 27, 2005 8:23 AM CST

Happy Thanksgiving. And we have a lot to be grateful for. Any progress, no matter how slow, is moving in the right direction. Hang in there, both of you.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Saturday, November 26, 2005 8:01 AM CST

Doreen,so glad to hear of your progress. You continue to be in our prayer for a full and speedy recovery...
Happy Thanksgiving to you and Margy and families....

Deby Navarro <dknav@us.ibm.com>
- Tuesday, November 22, 2005 8:57 AM CST

Hi Doreen,
I thought these stinking cords were supposed to be less GVHD. Well, I am glad you are recovering. Mia had a rough go for a while as well (not quite as bad as you), but she is recovering as well. I hope you are able to enjoy Thanksgiving. Mia is on a lactose free diet, so makes it kindof limited. But oh well, we are greatful.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Monday, November 21, 2005 10:07 PM CST

Hooray and congratulations! Is a chocolate diet bad news? Could be worse. Enjoy it while you can. Now you know why we survivors appreciate life so much, and don't worry about the little things. Thanksgiving becomes one of our most important holidays. Yup, we've got a lot to be grateful for. Love & stuff.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Friday, November 18, 2005 10:47 AM CST

Happy Birthday Doreen! Hope you'll be home soon. Your lucky to have a sister like Margy---she'll whip you into shape.
Karl & Margaret <kbackman@charter.net>
Rochester, MN - Monday, November 14, 2005 11:40 AM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOREEN!!!!
YOUR VERY "SPECIAL"
Love Kenny & Laura
Looking forward to returning good health & a wonderful new year & many more to come!!!
Kenny & Laura Irvin
rochester, mn olmstead - Monday, November 14, 2005 9:49 AM CST

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Hope you can get down - and keep down - some cake. Enjoy trying to put on calories. It ends all too soon. Love & stuff And Margy, let me know if you need a break from the whip, I'm only a few hours away.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Monday, November 14, 2005 9:01 AM CST

Happy Birthday, Doreen!!
Laura Buchler
Rochester, MN USA - Monday, November 14, 2005 8:45 AM CST

Doreen and Margy. Thanks Margie for being there for Doreen during this difficult time in her life. Doreen you are in my prayers daily. Im so glad to hear things will be finally moving forward. Im sure that it must be discouraging to have taken one step forward and two back. Please look at the big picture. Im sure many times you have thought about how good you felt before this and wonder if it has been all worth while. It has Doreen. AFter you get your strenth back you will have a future of hopefully being disease free and not being dependent on transfusions and constant dr's office visits. Im not sure where you are with your job but if you have to find another one, you will. I have lost my job at the hospital of 32yrs. Not that I cant go back in 6 months, but will be at the bottom of seniority and time off. Thats ok. So much to be thankful for. How are you doing financially? Maybe your church, or work can do a few fund raisers to help you to get back on your feet. I tried to email you but your email address must have been associated with your work, so I couldnt leave you a phone number. I will try and call you again, just dont want to bug you. Just to let you know, Mia is having some gvhd of the gut and skin. Both stage 3. She has started treatment. We pray this will work for here. Sorry I have been so long winded. Hope you start to get stronger each day! Love ya Pam
Pamyrn <PamyRn@yahoo.com >
Goodrich, MI USA - Thursday, November 10, 2005 8:44 AM CST

Wow! Great news. Hell of a way to learn to appreciate the simple things in life. We know you can do this. Thanks for the up-date, Margy. Hang in there, both of you. Love & stuff
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Wednesday, November 9, 2005 5:55 AM CST

Doreen. So good to hear an update on you. So happy the gvh is under control. Don't be discouraged on how long it will take to gain your strengh back. One day at a time. Praise God that the bmb showed no MDS/leukemia. This road has been a bit longer than you had anticipated but you must be encouraged that its moving in the right direction. Give me a call anytime. Im just a lazy, stay at home, bon bon eating girl. LOL. Take care. Check your email for my phone number in case you lost it. Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Tuesday, November 8, 2005 6:57 PM CST

Hi Doreen (and Margy)- I check daily for updates and was elated to see the update from today. What good news! I am praying for your recovery and hope that now you are well on your way to getting out of there and back to Rochester. You are one tough woman! You will prevail.
With love and hugs,
Laura
Laura Buchler
Rochester, MN USA - Tuesday, November 8, 2005 10:27 AM CST

Hi Doreen, I check daily for updates on your progress. Continuing to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. My husband and I will soon be at Fairview for cord blood transplant. We are about 4 weeks away. Hope that you are feeling much better very soon. Know that you have many that are praying for you. Hope to meet you in Minnesota.
Sarah Vanhoy <sarahvanhoy@carolina.rr.com>
- Friday, November 4, 2005 6:22 PM CST

I talked to Doreen today. She's OK, just OK. Symptoms of GvHD and infection have waned, but she still feels weak and can't keep food down. I think she could use some encouragement.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Friday, November 4, 2005 2:22 PM CST

Hey everyone. Talked with Doreen on the phone today. She is being treated for gvhd of her gut and lower intestinal track. Having no pain in her belly and the diarrhea has subsided. They are still trying new drugs to treat the intestinal track such as horse and rabbit serum. Her lungs, liver and kidneys are GREAT and she is 100% engrafed with her new stem cells! Still on total nutrition in her IV and not taking any food in, as to let the intestinal track heal. Those four walls are starting to close in on her. Please pray they release her soon and she gets to go home and not to an apartment. She really thinks this would boost her overall mood. Unable to make journal entrys at this time as she does not have use of a computer. Have a great day, Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, October 30, 2005 3:57 PM CST

Just a little note to let you know I am thinking of you and hoping and praying you are doing better.
Love and prayers!!!
Patsy Pierce <pierce7161@bellsouth.net>
Colbert, Ga USA - Monday, October 24, 2005 6:04 AM CDT

Hey Doreen. Hows it going? Better I hope. So glad you are 100% engrafted. Hope the gvh of the gut is better. Been worried about you but was so relieved when Lou emailed me that your computer was down. He said you were a little down also. Take each day at a time. Anxious to hear something from you. Take care. In my prayers.
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, October 23, 2005 4:06 PM CDT

Oh yeah, the reason for delayed response from Doreen and Margy is a temporary lack of a computer.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Wednesday, October 19, 2005 12:11 AM CDT

Lou here. I talked to Margy on the phone. Doreen is doing OK (so is Margy) Counts are good but still some nasty GvHD slowing her recovery and keeping her in the hospital.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Wednesday, October 19, 2005 11:59 AM CDT

Hi There!
A few of us are worrying silly about Doreen. Please let us know everything is moving in the right direction.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Tuesday, October 18, 2005 4:26 PM CDT

Hi Doreen, was thinking of you alot past few days. Charlie and I were at Fairview for appointment this week. We will be out in about 5 weeks to start process of cordblood transplant. I am hoping to get apartment at same location you are. This is all so very scarey, as you well know. I follow your progress closely and pray you will continue to get through this. I know its been a battle, which we will soon know all to well. Hang in there and hope to see you in about mid November. We will be coming from NC, which will be a long way from home. I will probally need some advise and suggestions of whats ahead. Keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Vanhoy <sarahvanhoy@carolina.rr.com>
- Friday, October 14, 2005 10:37 AM CDT

Hi Doreen,
Checking on you. I hope the Dr's work quick to get you feeling better. Mia is doing great.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Thursday, October 13, 2005 6:17 PM CDT

Doreen, we want you back! Stay strong. Love and Prayers God speed. ("Its always darkest before the dawn ...except if your blind then its dark all the time..." John M.)Love Anne
Anne Moore <acmoore@us.ibm.com>
Pine Island, MN USA - Wednesday, October 12, 2005 10:09 AM CDT

SO GREAT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!! TODAY IS GOING TO BE A GREAT DAY!!! Been thinking about that uniform Margy... something with metal spikes on the shoulders and ruby red slippers are a MUST! Love to you both, Madly yours, Melissa
Melissa <maurbaniak@msn.comn>
colorado springs, co - Tuesday, October 11, 2005 12:04 AM CDT

Doreen. So glad Margie posted yesterday. I was getting ready to call your room and talk with you personally! LOL Thanks Margie. Boy Doreen. Margie has a lot of spunk. I can tell. That is just who you need there with you making sure all those health professionals dot their i's and cross their t's. As a nurse you know it never hurts to have one more check point. So glad you are engrafted. Hows the counts? So sorry to hear you got the dreaded gut gvhd. Hoping they get ahold of this and you respond well to treatment. Cant say you didnt get enough gvhd to clean up any stray blasts, or myleodysplastic cells. Love it if we could all hear how your doing every couple of days. WE all worry so much about you. Take care girl. Stay strong so you can kick it in the butt good. In my thoughts and prayers daily. Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Monday, October 10, 2005 4:47 PM CDT

Margie and Doreen, Hang in there girl and get well. We're running out of people to pick on. We need you back in the 'pod'. Margie, thanks for being the eyes and ears for Doreen and being there to make sure she's being taken care of. She's lucky to have such a sister.
Karl & Margaret <kbackman@charter.net>
Rochester, MN - Monday, October 10, 2005 12:48 AM CDT

Hey Doreenie and Margy-
Hope all is well with you both. I check daily for updates on you, it's been awhile since an update. Still in my prayers, of course, and hoping for continued improvement. Take good care of yourselves. Love ya.
Laura Buchler
Rochester , MN - Friday, October 7, 2005 4:40 PM CDT

Hey Bobblehead, It's just not the same here at work with out you. Pretty quite in pod "D". I mean really quite, no one whistling off key or singing in a worse key. Stay focused and be positive and you will make it through this. Cant wait until you get back.
Dave
- Friday, October 7, 2005 8:46 AM CDT

What up girlfriend? Haven't heard from Margy in a few days so I hope all is well with your latest "spa" treatments... always thinking of you dearie. xoxo
MELISSA <maurbaniak@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Thursday, October 6, 2005 1:40 PM CDT

Doreen. Sorry to hear you had to be re-admitted so soon after transplant. But, that is where you want to be to get that gvh under control. That is why they stress that you let them know early so they can get a hold of it. How you doin? Try and drop me a line in my mail if you get a chance. My Mom emailed me today and said "Doreen has not posted in a few days. Hope she is not still in the hospital". She follows your journal too. Hope you continue to get better. So glad to see your counts came up. Mia is having a hard time but latest news is hopeful. In my thoughts and prayers.
Pam
P]am <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, October 2, 2005 11:50 AM CDT

Doreen. Im so glad Margie posted and you are doing great. I know you dont feel great, but doing as well as expected. The nausea for me lasted about 90days post transplant. I was taking 3-0.5mg of ativan everyday. Its no wonder I was so tired. The fatigue can last along time too. Take as many meds as needed to keep the nausea in check so you can eat and drink. Where is your skin GVH? I had it just on my chest..kinda in a V shape. They never did biopsy it but steroid cream made it go away. Take one day at a time. It takes a while to heal what that chemo does to your stomach. Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Tuesday, September 27, 2005 9:58 PM CDT

Doreen. Its been 5 days since your last post. How are you? Im so glad you got out of the hospital. No interuptions from nurses, doctors ect. And no darn IV pole, except are you doing some home infusions? Hows the appetite? Drinkin protein drinks. Hope so. Please have Margie post if you cant. I worry about you. Hope you are doing well. Take care and stay strong. Love you Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Tuesday, September 27, 2005 10:04 AM CDT

Hi Doreen, looks like you are finally over the hump. Sure glad to hear you're out of the hospital. Hell of a place to get well. Hang in there. Love & stuff And Margy, thanks for taking such good care of her. You and my sister could tell some great stories about helping people through this.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI - Monday, September 26, 2005 8:03 AM CDT

Doreen. Im so excited you are finally home and most importantly your counts are rising. How is your appetite? Remember everything will taste weird for quite a while but do your best to eat and drink. Keep a close eye for gvh and any slight sign make sure you let the docs know so they can catch it early. You are on your way now. Enjoy the apartment. Isnt it great not to be awaken non stop and have to drag the IV pole around! Take care...love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Saturday, September 24, 2005 7:56 AM CDT

Doreen,
Glad to see that you are progressing. I know that the IV pole can be a real pain. Ask your doctor if it would be possible to use a backpack pump instead. I used one for several months. It gave me easy mobility, up and down stairs as well as outside a bit, and made me feel less of an invalid. God bless you and know that many are praying for you.
Jim Vincent <Jim_Vincent@yahoo.com>
Milwaukie, OR USA - Friday, September 23, 2005 10:22 AM CDT

What awesome news! I am so happy for you! You will surely get stronger every day!
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Friday, September 23, 2005 10:18 AM CDT

see you soon mom, hope you have a great time in your apartment love,
mark <koeh0136@d.umn.edu>
duluth, mn - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 9:43 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
Congratulations! I hope to hear the great news soon that you are OUT OF THERE! We just started over again with day 0 today, but we will get there too.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 9:11 PM CDT

Doreen. I am so excited for you! Have been so worried about you. Are you eating and drinking? Have the mouth sores let up? Hows the belly. Better I hope. Dont forget. Nothing will taste right or good, but you have to eat anyway. Get use to those "Boosts". Good source of protein. Lots of liquids. Listen to your mama Pamy. Im doing good and you will too. Husband is outside at midnight trying to focus in Mars. We are such old foggies. Anyway so excited to see the post tonight. Count your blessings one by one. Guess Mia is having a tough time. Get strong, stay well. In my prayers, Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, September 18, 2005 11:17 PM CDT

Hi Doreen (and Margy!)-
I was so happy to see yesterday's update! It sounds like you are bouncing back. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
{{{{HUGS}}}}
Laura Buchler
Rochester, MN - Friday, September 16, 2005 9:09 AM CDT

Good Morning, Doreen. Sure was glad to see Margy's note for yesterday. Sounds better!!! I check daily to see if any news is posted. Glad you are making progress! I know you are looking forward to walking the halls and getting to move to the next place. Keep your spirits up. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patsy Pierce <pierce7161@bellsouth.net>
Colbert, Ga USA - Friday, September 16, 2005 5:26 AM CDT

Doreen. I am so glad you are showing signs of engrafement! I have been worried about you. How did your bone marrow biopsy turn out? Show some action going on in the marrow? Im so glad you are going to be allowed to get up and walk. It will do alot for recovery. When I was in we had group support meetings every Monday. That was also quite helpful. Met so many other transplant patients and their family. Good luck. Keeping you in prayer.
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Thursday, September 15, 2005 6:47 PM CDT

I am so happy you and Margy are breakin out of "jail"... now on forward!! thinking of you every day... melissa
melissa <maurbaniak@msn.com>
colo springs, co - Thursday, September 15, 2005 2:11 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
Bad news. Mia's transplant didn't take and she has to have another one. We are at day -7 today. I hope you are moving in a positive direction. You are in our thoughts.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Wednesday, September 14, 2005 3:29 PM CDT

Doreen. It must be about +25? From what Kristy and Mia said..it takes a while longer for stem cells to engraft. I know you had trouble after induction. You just have to be difficult, dont you? LOL. Anyway, glad you posted yesterday. I worry and pray for you every day. Keep strong and positive. I know those 4 walls can make you crazy. Just got out of hospital and was in 5 days. Never left the room. Brought back bad (but good) memories. I was back on the transplant floor. Seeing all the old nurses made it feel and little too much like home. Glad to have them back when I needed them. Im doing great. Going to slow down and be a little more cautious with fast food and going out to stores. As I told Tex, you only have to slap me once. Take care, Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, September 11, 2005 9:14 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Glad to see you updating. I just read a study about double cords and it seems they ALL take a long time to engraft. Hang in there. I hope you are feeling okay.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Saturday, September 10, 2005 11:17 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Mia has not engrafted her marrow and today is day 21. I hope you engraft soon because maybe we are waiting on you.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Friday, September 9, 2005 4:52 PM CDT

Hi Doreen. I just want to let you know that I am thinking of you. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Take care & get well soon!! Tell Margy hi from me! It was so nice to see you guys last summer.
Connie Kilpatrick <kilpatrick.connie@mayo.edu>
Rochester, MN 55906 - Friday, September 9, 2005 11:51 AM CDT

Hi Doreen! Hope those cells get into the groove soon and start doing their thing. I've been thinking about you and sending lots of prayers your way. Hang in there and find those happy thoughts to carry you through these tough times.

Hugs!

Nancy Yorke
Rochester, MN - Friday, September 9, 2005 9:37 AM CDT

Hi Doreen - I've been thinking of you a lot lately and have had you in my prayers since all this started. I hope this drug change will kick things up a notch and get those cells dancing! Again - you are always in my prayers and keep strong - YOU CAN DO IT! Hello to Margy and all.

Love Sherry
Sherry Holst <vikesfan53@yahoo.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Thursday, September 8, 2005 11:36 AM CDT

Doreen. So glad you posted. Have been so worried about you. Seems if I remember correctly, you had trouble getting your counts up after your induction? But then you didnt get stem cells either. Praying you will engraft soon and be feeling much better. Glad they are giving you TPN. Keep the faith. In my prayers daily. Im in the hospital right now with infection. Doing good though. Hope to go home on Friday. Take care.
Pam
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Wednesday, September 7, 2005 9:44 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
We are stuck at .2 also. We have been there for 5 days with no improvement, so don't feel alone. Things will start moving soon.
Kristy <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Tuesday, September 6, 2005 9:44 AM CDT

Margy, thanks for the up-date. A lot of us are concerned - and cheering Doreen on. She is brave to keep this site going as she does. There's no way I could have done this much under chemo as she has. Hang in there, all of you.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid CIty, MI US - Friday, September 2, 2005 6:27 PM CDT

hi doreen!
laura has told me about the transplant you recently had at Fairview Hospital. I am so sorry that you have to go thru this.
I am praying for wisdom - for the dr"s @ nurses as they care for you & continued strength- & healing for you. May GOD watch over you & your loved ones. say hello to Margy.
Love betty & Herb
Betty & Herb Mueller
Rochester, Mn. Olmstead - Thursday, September 1, 2005 2:05 PM CDT

Hey Doreen. Been in my thoughts a lot the last few days. Hope you are doing well. Hows the counts been? Continueing to keep you in my prayers. Drop me a line if your up to it.
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Thursday, September 1, 2005 8:13 AM CDT

Doreen,
Mom told me what's been happening with you and your fight with this TERRIBLE disease. You are a strong person with alot of faith - I sure can tell that from reading some of your journal and notes from family and friends -
VERY INSPIRATIONAL AND UPLIFTING! Love and prayers to you.
Mom & I will come see you when she's feeling better - everyone needs to be healthy to be around you - no extra germs for you! Give Margy a big hug for me! Love, Sherry
sherry irvin
rochester, mn olmstead - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 10:13 PM CDT

Dear Doreen!
I know you will beat this horrible disease & journey you are going thu. You are very strong & a fighter.... "GOD" speed you returning good health.. "You" are in my prayers!!!
I Love you Honey!!!
Love
Laura
laura irvin
rochester, mn olmstead - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 11:56 AM CDT

Hi Doreen!
Any sign of engraftment yet? I hope you continue to do so well, we're counting on it!
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Tuesday, August 30, 2005 12:12 AM CDT

BE Tough Kiddo

Every day is a + from now on. My Son is on +540 today! If you need inspiration visit BILLY'S PAGE, and be amazed at the strength this 13 year old bone cancer / MDS patient has shown.

Be Well,

Billy's Dad {Bill} <wacki56@aol.com>
St. Pete., Florida ...USA... - Friday, August 26, 2005 7:38 PM CDT

Hi Doreen, Keep up your stenght and thank you for sharing so much of yourself with us, the personal thoughts. I admire you so and my prayers are with you.
Terri, MDS forum
Boca Raton, FL - Friday, August 26, 2005 6:11 PM CDT

Hi Doreen ~ Not sure if you remember me or not, but I met you on the MDS boards. I'm so happy to hear that things are going well for you. I will keep you in my prayers :)
April ~ From MDS Boards <april_comstock@hotmail.com>
Ohio - Friday, August 26, 2005 2:37 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Just wanted to say hello and I hope the days are getting easier.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Thursday, August 25, 2005 6:19 PM CDT

Doreen. I take it you heard about JulieAnna? Makes me so sad. How are you doing? Emotionally its a merry-go-round. How is the gut? How you are responding well to treatment. Any signs of engrafment? I think within a week my counts started to come up. Hope yours do quickly also. Im so glad someone is with you everyday. Im sure much of the time you arnt up for doing alot of visiting, but just knowing they are there helps. Dont let those 4 walls close you in. Keep pushin and we will keep praying. Take care. In my thoughts and prayers daily!
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 9:39 PM CDT

Hi Doreen, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. You hang in there! Take it one day at a time.
Sarah MDS Forum
- Tuesday, August 23, 2005 11:47 AM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Way to go. Keep up the good work and we'll see ya on the "other side"
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, Tx - Monday, August 22, 2005 7:20 PM CDT

Hi, Doreen,

Just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care, think positive thoughts, ~
Jim & Kathy Jensen
Garden City, MN USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 10:01 AM CDT

Hey girlie. You sound like you are doing better with the vomiting. Food will not taste good for a long while but you must eat anyway. Have you tried those "boosts". Lots of protein and they do taste good. Put them on lots of ice. Hang it there. You are doing great. Beware of those mouth sores. Are you counts taking a dive yet. You are familar with those from your prev chemo. Take care.
In my prayers...Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 8:33 PM CDT

Lots of love and prayers. Hang in there...you've made it over the mountain.
God bless you.

Anne Moore <acmoore@us.ibm.com>
Pine Island, MN - Friday, August 19, 2005 12:21 AM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Thank you for the update despite the fact that you are not feeling well. I hope things turn around for you soon.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, Tx - Friday, August 19, 2005 9:12 AM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Checking on you. I hope your are feeling okay. The worst will soon be over. Stay strong and focused on the goal!
Kristy and Mia <Kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Thursday, August 18, 2005 8:33 AM CDT

Happy Birthday Doreen. Keeping you in my prayers. Take care and rest as much as possible. You will be done when those counts are down but as soon as they start coming up, you will feel better. Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Tuesday, August 16, 2005 10:44 PM CDT

Happy Birthday Doreen!!!!!

I will record this birthday in my written book, not my palm which is always crashing and wiping out! So much for technology. Hang in there....there is a positive aura in the air.

Love ya-

Linda Lou
Linda Cruson <ldcruson@yahoo.com>
Redding, CA USA - Tuesday, August 16, 2005 10:43 PM CDT

Congratulations Doreen! All the worrying about this decision is now behind you. Now, you can focus on healing and regaining your good health. Did you take bets on which bag of cells would win? Mia and I plan to do that with her 2 cords on Friday. You are in our thoughts.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Tuesday, August 16, 2005 10:36 PM CDT

Hi Doreen, wanted to send hugs to you on your 0 day. Your one amazing lady and don't let anything make you think otherwise. It's almost 1:30 and I'll be adding my prayers to all the other ones that are heading your way. Hang in there and lots of hugs!
Nancy Yorke <nyorke@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Tuesday, August 16, 2005 1:13 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Good luck today during your transplant. Remember today is my birthday, so it must be a good sign :)
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, Tx - Tuesday, August 16, 2005 9:34 AM CDT

Hi Doreen,

Glad you are having a good day. Good luck with the TBI. All the bad stuff that's going into your body is almost over. I agree it will be relieving when the "conditioning" is over and done with.
Kristy and Mia <Kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, Tx - Sunday, August 14, 2005 6:43 PM CDT

Good evening Doreen. I saw you come online, but didn't catch you soon enough. I've got your number and will try (honest) to call you on Monday. We're glad things are going well and there is NO DOUBT you'll beat this. I'm glad your miss us, cause we sure miss teasing you. Work is boring without you there to keep things going. As always if there's anything you need, don't hesitate to let us know.
Karl & Margaret <kbackman@charter.net>
Rochester, MN - Saturday, August 13, 2005 9:20 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
We are with you in spirit. Are you getting Zofran as well? This is a miracle drug for nausea! Here's hoping for more good days for both you girls :)
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, tx - Saturday, August 13, 2005 8:56 PM CDT

Hey Doreen,
Glad you are having some decent days. Like you, I'm nervous for the next few weeks, but more hopeful than anything.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, Tx - Friday, August 12, 2005 2:24 PM CDT

Go DOREEN! I'm rooting for you. I hope you have a fairly easy time and get well really fast. Keep in touch on the MDS board. Keep positive!
Carrie
VA Beach, VA USA - Friday, August 12, 2005 10:54 AM CDT

Oh boy, more chemo - just as the hair was starting to grow back in. Isn't it funny how it starts coming back dark for us blondes? At least you won't get the hair dryer cord tangled in the IV lines.
Lou Swartz <louswartz@michweb.net>
Rapid City, MI US - Friday, August 12, 2005 9:17 AM CDT

Greetings Doreen-
Sending you my best wishes and hoping the chemo is not too hard on you.
Kristy and Mia <kristy@wt.net>
San Antonio, Tx - Thursday, August 11, 2005 11:17 AM CDT

Doreen. You are on your way. Do worry, the cytoxin will not last forever. You can get through it. Im a little confused with you being at day -6. How many days of rest do you get before the transplant infusion? I know I had 6 days of chemo and 2 days of rest with day 0 being the transplant. Keep strong. You are in my prayers.
Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Wednesday, August 10, 2005 7:48 PM CDT

Hey Doreen!!! Wow day -6. Just want you to know that I'm thinking of you and hoping and praying that everything goes smoothly. :)

Take care,

Jody

Jody Donaldson (MDS foundation) <jodydon@mountaincable.net>
Hamilton, On Canada - Wednesday, August 10, 2005 3:44 PM CDT

Auntie D, So I have called you eight times today and all I have received is a busy signal! Can you say POPULAR?! Everyone is thinking of you and of course saying their prayers that everything continues to work out just PERFECT! Today is a great day, and all the days down to the transplant will be, too! I'll try to call you soon... love ya!!
Melissa <maurbaiak@msn.com>
colo springs, co - Wednesday, August 10, 2005 3:34 PM CDT

Hi Doreen .. it's great to keep getting your updates .. and I'm happy that we have been "staying in touch". Now .. you are "poised" .. and set for the "final" approach to the runway .. that is labeled "100% recovery". Yes .. you can encounter some turbulence prior to touchdown .. but your ongoing positive attitude, built in drive, physical strength, and spiritual beliefs will ensure a safe landing. Always Keep the Faith .. and keep looking toward the Future .. it's there !!

Sincerely your friend .. with thoughts and prayers always,

Ed ...

Ed Gomez <gomez@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN U.S.A. - Wednesday, August 10, 2005 10:10 AM CDT

OK, Just checked and you are there!!! Been around Dinkytown today? And where the students hang out? Before long, I hope and pray you can hang out there too!! You can be a student too if you want too -- Maybe even ride in on the Harley!! You can show them what you can do!!
I just have this great security feeling that God is going to take care of you!!!!!!!!!!! I can't but HE CAN! What He has done is my husband's life is MORE THAN A MIRACLE. What He has done for others, He can do for you!
My Mother had a heart attack in 1999, at the point of death. When I got to the hospital, I told her, You are going to be allright but you have got to be tuff. Honey, tuff, she was!! Women know they have to be tuff!! I am glad your son and brother are with you. I wish there was something I could do to help you but I do know one thing, I can pray for you and that I am doing.

LOVE AND PRAYERS
Patsy
Patsy Pierce <pierce7161@bellsouth.net>
Birmingham, Ga USA - Tuesday, August 9, 2005 4:18 PM CDT

Hey Doreen, Just read your entry from yesterday. Want to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that everything goes well with you and that it won't be as bad as you may be thinking that it will be. Sounds like you are tough!! Have to be to handle that Harley!! I hope that I will be able to find out what is happening.
God Bless You!
Love and Prayers

Patsy <pierce7161@bellsouth.net>
Colbert, Ga USA - Monday, August 8, 2005 5:48 AM CDT

Doreen. Hey. Before you know it you will have this under your belt. Sometimes that fear of the unknown is worse than anything you may have to battle. Email me with the type of conditioning chemo. If you are getting busulfan I want to let you know that I didnt have any problems with that. If you are getting cytoxin, you most likely will get kinda sick with that, but its only for two days. Expect headache and nausea/vomiting. I also had bad jaw pain but thats what they have those good drugs for. LOL You may get tingling or numbness around your mouth...I just had the jaw pain. Dont want to scare you but want you to know what to expect so you know its normal and will stop when the chemo stops. You go into the hospital on Tues and I have my 100 day bmb that day. I believe that a girl named Mia will also go into the hosptial for cord blood transplant that day. You two can celebrate together. If you dont have her web site let me know and I will send it to you. Will keep you in my prayers. Its all ultimatly in Gods hands. Your life is all planned out already so try not to worry. Will continue to pray for you for strengh and endurance and peace. Love ya
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, August 7, 2005 10:57 PM CDT

Aunt Weenie: are you still dressing to impress? Do you have your game face on, and your lipstick? Because Jennifer and I still need hot single doctors out of this!!! LOL Just kidding! Are you getting excited for everything? I know I am!! Be good, kisses
Melissa <maurbaniak@msn.com>
colorado springs, co - Thursday, August 4, 2005 3:53 PM CDT

Good for Mark! Isn't it amazing that there are actually people out there that have more problems than you do? Hard to believe. Good to hear that you are making the best of this. Keep your spirits up. Lots of love and good thoughts going your way. Love. Anne M.
Anne Moore <acmoore@us.ibm.com>
Pine Island, Mn usa - Thursday, August 4, 2005 3:21 PM CDT

Hi Auntie
I miss you so so much. I am 100% sure that everything is going to be ok. You have so many people praying for you and that love you. Continue to be strong and take it easy on my dad when heres there. Love you
Mollie Meddleton <mmeddleton@hensonandson.com>
Escondido, ca usa - Thursday, August 4, 2005 10:54 AM CDT

Doreen. That kinda aggravates me when you said they only gave you 1/2 of the red blood cells you needed. I guess they have never had low hgb and how bad you can feel with it. That one day I went in and needed both blood and platelets and they only had time for platelets, I ended up in ER, feeling like I was going to lose conciousness. My hgb had dropped to 5.3. I have never felt so bad throughout this process till then. Glad you got your tests out of the way and now we wait for results. Nerve racking isnt it. Keep strong. It will be over before you know it. By the way, you coming to my Pampered Chef Party! LOL
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, `MI 48438 - Thursday, August 4, 2005 8:36 AM CDT

Doreen, you are always in our thoughts and prayers ... speedy recovery.....d
Deb Navarro <dknav@us.ibm.com>
- Wednesday, August 3, 2005 2:37 PM CDT

Hello Doreen I hope you are feeling well today and all is going good for you. I just read the message that you posted on Friday. I will be thinking of you and praying that all is going well. This is going to be a busy week but I do pray that you get good news and all turns out good for you. Please keep us posted.

Love and Prayers!!!!
Patsy Pierce <pierce7161@bellsouth.net>
Colbert, Ga USA - Sunday, July 31, 2005 8:22 AM CDT

Doreen. Im so glad you are gonna get this transplant underway. The fear of the unknown is so much worse than the transplant itself. I can hardly believe that I have already done this. I have been so blessed with not getting any major complications. Tex talked about survivors guilt. I have that sometimes. Seems silly but I do. I continue to pray that you will have a easy time with this and complete healing. Good luck with the tests coming up. Had my 100 day muga today and will have bmb Aug 9th and pulmonary functin tests on Aug 8th. Can't believe that 100 days is almost here. Keep that journal updated as me and so many others check it daily. Feel so bad for Julie. I wish someone would enter something. AT least the step mother has commented on the LLS bulletin board. Be strong. Take care.
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Friday, July 29, 2005 12:11 AM CDT

Doreen. The transplant is finally gonna happen. You will be so glad to get it underway and over with. Now that you have been through chemo once you wont be as scared. I know I wasnt. Glad to hear your bmb was clear so you can get this underway. Keep strong and positive. You will do fine. Continue to keep you in my prayers
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Thursday, July 21, 2005 7:51 PM CDT

Auntie Doreen- WOW!! you are an AMAZING woman! I haven't seen you in a long long time, but I can picture your smile when I read your journals. Congratulations on the progress you have made and the progress you are going to make. I wish you a fantabulous day and thanks for the reminders to enjoy our days. You are in my prayers.
Lots of love from the little girl on the other side of Marge's fence,
Mya
Mya Merrill <myabird@gmail.com>
Whittier, Ca - Thursday, July 21, 2005 1:39 AM CDT

OH HELLO AUNT WEENIE!!! Glad to hear that we're getting everything underway! How are your tattoo's? LOL Thinking of you as always... love, Melissa
Melissa <maurbaniak@msn.com>
colorado springs, co - Monday, July 18, 2005 5:37 PM CDT

Hi Doreen! Spoke to Wafa and she said you had a great 4th ...excellent. This week things are very quiet here - yeah! We are getting ready to go on our vacation so I will call you or write you when I get back .... I think you should be starting your treatments in the cities by then. I am praying for you. love Anne p.s. John Pike had a heart attack at the bowling alley...they used a defribulator to revive him and he's really p.o'd. he punched the police officer and he pulled all the i.v.'s out of his arm. they let him go the next day...can you imagine?
anne moore <acmoore@us.ibm.com>
pine island, mn usa - Thursday, July 7, 2005 12:56 AM CDT

Hey Doreen-

Just wanted to say Hi and let you know I think of you each day. Hope Jen is taking good care of you. Sometimes she can be as tough as her Mom but she surely has a good heart. Take care of yourself and concentrate on your progress. Nature sets it's own time schedule, so you need to be patient. Hope Angelfish is watching over you.

Talk to you soon.

Linda Lou
Linda Cruson <ldcruson@yahoo.com>
Redding, CA USA - Wednesday, June 29, 2005 8:05 PM CDT

Doreen. Don't get discouraged when your counts get way up and you feel real good and you have to think of doing this all over. I know I did. I felt so good when we took that cruise...felt kinda sadistic allowing myself to be taken down again, but thats just the way it has to be...How you handling the bald head! LOL. Mine is as slippery as it can be. Did you get a wig? When I wear mine and put on my make-up you would never know I was sick. The doctor walks in and wants to know which one of us is the patient! LOL Went to Ann Arbor today. All but chromosome studies back on bmb....In the DnA studies the result studies stated the presence of donor cells only. whoo hoo. Anyway. Hope you are having a good day. Keep us filled in on your transplant date. Love ya Pam
Pam <Pamyrn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Monday, June 20, 2005 5:52 PM CDT

I am happy for your progress, every step is one closer to your recovery.
Keep the faith, I know God does.
Rick Anderson <randers@us.ibm.com>
- Monday, June 20, 2005 8:46 AM CDT

Hey Doreen. I have been reading your journal and it looks like you have had a bit of a rough ride. Cant seem to get those counts up. You will feel so much better when they finally come up. How long has it been since chemo...7wks? STill praying for you girl. Keep strong. Dont go out too much and Im sure you dont really feel like it anyway. Ive been home for about 3 wks now. If your reading my journal I wont go into whats up with me. You take care. Drop me a line in the email box...take care
Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Saturday, June 18, 2005 10:29 AM CDT

Hey Doreen, I had a feeling so I looked back on your posts to find your site name and see if I could find out how you've been... I'm sorry things have been such a challenge for you. I sent an e-mail to you last night to let you know that you are still in my prayers :).

Remember that behind the darkest of clouds the sun is always shining... I'm wishing you sunshine on your shoulders.

Take care,

Kathryn (MDS-Foundation Forum)
Kathryn Jamrozy <kat@expship.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Thursday, June 9, 2005 12:47 AM CDT

Hi Doreen - I really enjoyed seeing you last Friday. You are the strongest person I know and I KNOW you will make it through this. Oh yeah, that idea about the tattoo on the back of your head? Get a big PURPLE V! haha!! I'll talk to ya soon! All the love in the world is yours and that will bring you through this! Love ya - Sherry!
Sherry <vikesfan53@yahoo.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Wednesday, June 8, 2005 10:06 PM CDT

Hi Doreen-

Haven't checked in this week until now but think of you every day. I have this little pink ribbon pin and I will wear it every day until you are back on that Harley. And maybe even after! Please stay positive. Do not let this get you down. So easy to say from the sidelines but if prayers and love will lift your spirits then you should beflying high. Hang in there Girlfriend. Talk to you and Marge soon. Love You-
Linda Lou
Linda Cruson <ldcruson@yahoo.com>
Redding (and the Pittville Bluff), CA USA - Tuesday, June 7, 2005 10:30 PM CDT

I found your web site info from Lou Swartz. I am saying prayers for you! I hope you are doing better and all will
continue to improve and get well.

Patsy Pierce <pierce7161@bellsouth.net>
Colbert, Ga USA - Saturday, June 4, 2005 6:53 AM CDT

Doreen, I have tried so hard to get messages to you over the past too many days, and my computer or me are just dumb, or a combination of both. Now that you have a shaved head I want to tell you what a friend did when she lost her hair.(Maybe this is a repeat - I have no idea.) Anyway, she had her chemo and instead of buying wigs or turbans, she put a fake tatto on the back of her head! The guys with shaved heads (the style for many men these days) gave her a thumbs up when she walked on the beach with her husband. Problems can always be solved with a sense of humor. You have to have one. I'm a friend of your goofy sister and her husband. Prayers still coming your way, Maggie & Dick
Maggie Stanley <Stansmaggie @aol.com>
La Mesa, CA USA - Wednesday, June 1, 2005 6:27 PM CDT

Dear Doreen. Hang in there honey, I pray that tomorrow is better.. I am so thankful that you are where the best people are watching over you. I am sure that your guardian angel is watching over you also & we are all praying for you. You are so strong & you will get through this. WE love you very much & You are special & precious to us. God Bless. Roberta & Dad.
Roberta Meddleton <rome @kmtel.com>
Minnesota, Mn. - Sunday, May 29, 2005 10:56 AM CDT

Hey Dorkie,
I thought it was time to add another entry to your guest book- - man! Look at all those lovely messages, full of hope & love & encouragement. You sure are a lucky gal!! I am so glad that you are hanging in there & dealing with this like the person you are - - a survivor & a champion. I know you will beat this & look back & smile in truimph. For now - - just one day at a time. Every day is a step forward and remember you are never alone. All your loved ones are with you - - and what the heck, you can always call me, right? WELL, I didn't get around to calling you today but just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts & my prayers every day and I am blessed to have a friend like you. I just thought of something- -there is an Irish Toast - - part of it says "may the best day of your past be the worst day of your future" think about it. Keep that smile going as always - - love you loads. With Teddy Bear Hugs. - - the "other dork"
Wafa <imli@msn.com>
Ada, MI USA - Sunday, May 22, 2005 10:27 PM CDT

Auntie Doreen
Its Mollie and boy do i have to say i miss you like crazy!!! You are so amazingly strong it brings a smile to my face. I can't wait for the next time i get to grace you with my presence. Stay strong and beautiful. I love you and my prayers and thoughts are with you every second of the day.
Mollie Meddleton <mmeddleton@hensonandson.com>
escondido, ca USA - Friday, May 20, 2005 5:06 PM CDT

Doreen. Keep up the good work. Know what you are going through..kinda. I had to go back into the hospital about 10days after my induction chemo. That with low counts really drag you out. So nice the hospital let you outside for a bit. Im on the 8th floor. Like 100 miles to the nearest outside door. Im stuck behind a square hall and the room. Im going crazy. Maybe go home on Thurs...wo hooo.
Keep strong. Will be praying your bone marrow biospy in negative for any of those alful blast cells. Love you Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI usa - Monday, May 16, 2005 10:37 PM CDT

Auntie Doreen, So happy to see that you are focusing on having a Positive Mental Attitude about all of this. All of your journaling has really made me focus on everything that I have available to me...everytime you write about wishing for the sun, wanting to stand in the rain, the trees, the flowers...I find myself breathing in deeper, looking around me, looking above me and really absorbing all I have in my surroundings. It is true, you don't realize what you have until you can't have it for awhile... Soon it will all be in your hands again, and day after day you will love life all the more because of this journey. I am glad Margy is with you. She is a second mother to me, and I love her dearly so give her a kiss for me! ~ Thinking of you always, Melissa
Melissa <maurbaniak@msn.com>
- Monday, May 16, 2005 5:40 PM CDT

Hey Doreen-

Just checking to see how you're doing. Still think about you every day. Hang in there and be kind to large Marge. Will keep checking in to see how you're doing.

Love you and Marge!

Linda Lou
Linda Cruson <ldcruson@yahoo.com>
Redding, CA USA - Tuesday, May 10, 2005 11:51 PM CDT

Happy mothers day mother
I hope you continue to stay strong
and hey i will see you in 3 days!!
have a great nite
mark <koeh0136@d.umn.edu>
superior, ws - Sunday, May 8, 2005 9:44 PM CDT

Hi Doreen -
Debbie said you were wondering about our friend Dale's leukemia and the miracle pill he is on. He has a leukemia called Chronic myelogenous leukemia. The drug that Mayo has put him on is GleeVec. He is having luck with it, which is wonderful, as he is too old for a transplant. So at least you have that going for you right now. I am sure it is very hard, but I know how strong-willed you are and you WILL make it through this. Keep thinking positive.

Dale's drugs cost him $5000/month, so that is a really big burden for him and his wife. They just recently retired and live up here near us between Bemidji and Grand Rapids. About 6 hours from Rochester.

Well, Doreen, I will keep you in my prayers and know that God has a plan for you. Just keep trusting Him, because His plan is the "perfect" plan for all of us.

I hope you have a blessed Mother's Day with your beautiful son, Mark!! God Bless!!

Alene Knesel <bblodge@paulbunyan.net>
Dora Lake, MN USA - Saturday, May 7, 2005 7:20 AM CDT

COURAGE: the attitude of facing & dealing with anything dangerous, difficult, or painful instead of withdrawing from it.
PATIENCE: perseverance in performing a task: the will to endure.
HOPE: a feeling that what is wanted will happen.

These are traits I know you possess....let's throw them all together and get this thing!! They don't call me the "wicked witch" for nothing. xoxox
Margy-Meddleton Coronel <Marg41047@aol.com>
- Thursday, May 5, 2005 6:46 PM CDT

Well Doreen you are on your way. Hope your Hickman didnt hurt too bad. You will be surprised how much your platelets will go up with just one transfusion. I would go from 7000 to 59,000. What is your chemo order?? I think you will be surprised on how well you tolerate it. In my prayers
Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI us - Wednesday, May 4, 2005 12:27 AM CDT

Hi Doreen, I belong to the MDS Forum and I wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. I hope that everything goes well for you and I am sending you positive thoughts and best wishes!

Kathryn
Kathryn Jamrozy <kat@expship.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:07 AM CDT

Hi Doreen.... I just want to wish you all the strength and stamina as you start your treatment. Keep your sights on the end goal and remember that you have LOTS of friends and family behind you on this. We are all saying lots of prayers and have nothing but positive thoughts flowing on your behalf. I just got back from a month in Texas with my Dad, so I was not able to visit before your big appointment. However, I will make up for that once you feel up to having a bit of company. Again, lots of strength and hope. Robyn
Robyn Hauenstein <rhauens@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN - Tuesday, May 3, 2005 7:22 PM CDT

Hi Doreen, just wanted to say .. Thank You for keeping everyone one so informed .. you have done an awesome job of that ! As you begin this stage of your treatments, I just wanted to say again that you have been doing so well in keeping a positive attitude, which as you know, is very important. Now it's time to place special focus on your ultimate destination (100% recovery). The bumpy road you will be on for a while, is a path that will get you there, to once again realize that smooth highway that you can walk on .. drive your car .. or cruise that Harley :-)! Take care .. as you have great friends and family for support, that have you in their thoughts and prayers .. big time ! Good Luck young lady !
Ed Gomez <gomez@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN U.S.A. - Monday, May 2, 2005 12:52 AM CDT

Dearest Doreen, You are constantly in my thoughts & prayers. You are very brave & courageous & I admire you for that. I love you very much & I pray that each day is better than the one before. Love & God Bless Roberta
Roberta Meddleton
Mantorville, Mn., - Thursday, April 28, 2005 7:55 AM CDT

Hey kiddo, want us to take another walk out an about among the trees and the nice blue skys, stay focus so we can visit again!!!! I think about you and want so much for you to get well...along with prayers.
Evelyn Mulero <mulero2@aol.com>
The Colony, TX USA - Wednesday, April 27, 2005 2:25 PM CDT

Thank You for the update, all of us are hoping and praying for the best. Stay positive and pray, I think of you everyday.
Rick Anderson <randers@us.ibm.com>
- Wednesday, April 27, 2005 8:37 AM CDT

Hey Doreen. So chemo starts Monday. Good. Lets get this going. Its weird that your blasts are only 6% and it effects your platelet production. Be prepared for ALL your counts to drop. You will have to be transfused with Red cells and platelets before its over. Just be as careful as possible when the counts are down that you dont catch an infection like I did. Who knows how I got it. It could have been a hang nail. Even that can cause infection when your immune system is so compromised. But it is so cool once they clear out your blasts how your bone marrow kicks in and starts to produce normal cells on its own. Mine is there now, but we are destroying it as we speak. Anyway. You will probably get "induction" meds..7 days of ara-c and 3 days of daunarubicin (big red). I did not have any sickness from any of it and you probably wont either. I just got the rash on 6th day. Good luck. Keep us posted. So far I have not been sick and slept like a baby last night. I think I just had the first night jitters! Love ya Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Wednesday, April 27, 2005 8:20 AM CDT

Doreen, Finally we got the website! But, we have been thinking of you and keeping informed on your progress. I hear Jennifer is your next visitor...lucky you! Know that you have so many people sending you healing thoughts and visualizing a quick recovery. When all this is over, come out to Spa Coronel in Colorado.....with our love, Chip and Dale Coronel
Chip and Dale Coronel <patricia.coronel@colostate.edu>
Milliken, CO USA - Monday, April 25, 2005 12:25 AM CDT

Even though my journey starts tomorrow you will also be in my thoughts and prayers. Please email me and fill me in on what is going on with you. Keep and eye on my journal as I will yours.....Waiting to hear from you!
Love you Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, April 24, 2005 9:06 PM CDT

One day at a time...I think today that the 40 ft pine in the front needs topping. It will take your mind off the internet "Git 'er done!!"
Margy <Marg41047@aol.com>
- Thursday, April 21, 2005 12:35 AM CDT

Today I picked beautiful coral roses from our yard and put them on our eating area table since I couldn't send them on to you. Every time I look at them I'll say "Hello" to you and send on a little prayer. Keep the courage, Maggie Stanley
Maggie Stanley <Stansmaggie@aol.com>
La Mesa, CA USA - Tuesday, April 19, 2005 10:19 PM CDT

Doreen,
Although distance between us is over 6000 miles, our thoughts and prayers are close to you. We know that you will beat this.
Please reserve some time for bowling and dinner with us at Dos Amigos next time we come to Rochester.
Weronika, Mateusz and Marcin Wilk
Bytom, Poland - Tuesday, April 19, 2005 1:25 PM CDT

hey mom i had a good weekend, i hope you did. I will see you soon enough until then watch out for margy she is a dangerous one, love
mark <koeh0136@d.umn.edu>
duluth, mn - Monday, April 18, 2005 10:04 PM CDT

Happy Monday, I hope you had a GREAT day!
Melissa <maurbaniak@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Monday, April 18, 2005 5:50 PM CDT

Here is something really beautiful and hope you enjoy. Read the whole thing. http://home.no.net/chatoman/email/friendship.php
Cut and paste into browser

Karl & Margaret <kbackman@charter.net>
Rochester, MN - Friday, April 15, 2005 10:39 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
I've been thinking about you so much - know that you are in my prayers, BIG-TIME! The waiting and unknown is so difficult, but I feel that you can get through this! I'm sending you a big hug!
Love,
Cheryl
Cheryl Lewis <cherylwithac@comcast.net>
Avon Lake, Ohio - Friday, April 15, 2005 7:32 AM CDT

Prayers, good thoughts and love coming your way from San Diego. I'm a friend of Margarets and have been thru this difficult time w/my own son. All good wishes to you and yours. Stay strong!
Jacquie Bossert <jabossert@san.rr.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Thursday, April 14, 2005 10:08 AM CDT

Just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Battista <bkbattista@charter.net>
Rochester, mn USA - Thursday, April 14, 2005 6:10 AM CDT

Hey Doreen...gonna miss you in Borrego this year...who's gonna drink brewskis with Margy!? But you're going to be with us next year with German/Spanish blood thing goin' on! Looking forward to it. You are in my prayers also!
Love Ya!

Michele Merrill
San Diego, Ca USA - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 10:34 PM CDT

Dearest Aunt Weenie, your favorite niece commands you to get better!!! I love you so much more than a fat kid loves cake. I miss you very, very much and think of you all the time. I can't wait to be your favorite nurse on the road to recovery. Hamburger Helper every night!!!!!!
Love you, Jenn
Jennifer Coronel <JCoronel@gmail.com>
Beverly Hills, CA USA - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 7:05 PM CDT

To all of you that have so graciously sent your energy, prayers, and thoughts to my sister Doreen....if you really know her, you should be sending them to me, her designated caregiver. Keep all that good stuff coming her way....Love, Margy
Margy Meddleton-Coronel <Marg41047@aol.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 5:24 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
Ted just showed me your website. I read some of the messages. What a wonerful way for people to keep in touch.
My hopes and prayers are with you all the way. Keep your chin up. Tell Margy hi. I love you lots.
Kitty Moore
El Cajon, CA USA - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 4:14 PM CDT

Dear Doreen. Our prayers & thoughts are with you as you go thru this day of uncertainty. I pray that all goes well. . We are always here if you need us for anything. Love & God Bless Dad & Roberta
Roberta Meddleton
Mantorville , MN. - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 9:03 AM CDT

Hey Doreenie-
Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you all the time and sending positive energy in my prayers your way day and night. Stay tough.
Laura Buchler <lambiepye@earthlink.net>
Rochester, MN - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 8:13 AM CDT

Hey Doreen!
I hope you are doing well. Mark keeps me informed.
I will keep you in my prayers! I'll see you this summer
Love, Liz
Liz Sherwood <gblizzy98@hotmail.com>
Rochester, MN - Tuesday, April 12, 2005 1:46 AM CDT

Hey- just wrote you a long reply at my site, but wanted to drop by and lend my support here. All the best to you and yours!XOXOXOXOOX- Julie Anna
Julie Anna Congdon <jacmidwife@hotmail.com>
Stuart, FL USA - Monday, April 11, 2005 5:42 PM CDT

Hey Doreen. Been thinking about you all week. Wondering how your tests are going. Keeping you in my prayers. Time is getting closer and I know you feel it as I do. Having a hard time sleeping. Hope this cruise takes it all out of my mind as it did yours. We leave Friday. Email me and fill me in on the details....Im just a detail gal. Take care Pam
Pam <PamyyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI - Monday, April 11, 2005 7:29 AM CDT

Dearest Aunt Weenie-
I think about you and pray for you each and every day. I love you so much and know that everything will be ok! I know Margy will take good care of you! I hope to see you soon. I LOVE YOU!!!!
Caitlin Coronel <caitlinc29@hotmail.com>
Spring Valley , CA USA - Monday, April 11, 2005 0:52 AM CDT

Hey Doreen-

Sounds like quite an ordeal but you seem to be embracing the positive cues from those around you. That's a good thing. Thanks for sharing your experiences each day. It keeps everyone close and hopefully allows you to share the emotional burden. Think about you each day and continue to pray for you and all who love you. Take care and stay strong.

Love, Linda
Linda Cruson <ldcruson@yahoo.com>
Redding, CA USA - Saturday, April 9, 2005 11:06 PM CDT

Doreen,
I'm Margy's friend from the airlines years ago in New York.
I'm keeping you in my prayers everyday and will continue to until you are totally well.
Helen Kennedy <hackennedy@cs.com>
Carson City, NV 89705 - Saturday, April 9, 2005 9:43 PM CDT

Doreen,
You had better hurry up and get well! If Margie runs out of patience she will grab you by the ears and drag you to the well side. We think of you often and check on you daily. Our love and prayers are with you.
Dinker and Ted Coronel <tedacor@yahoo.com>
El Cajon , CA USA - Friday, April 8, 2005 8:52 PM CDT

Hi Doreen,
Dianne and I wish you well and you are in our prayers each day. If you need anything please let us know.
Jim and Dianne Hawn <jhawn@us.ibm.com>
- Thursday, April 7, 2005 11:41 AM CDT

Hey Doreen,

As I am here in Texas with my Dad, my thoughts and prayers go out to you... Everything I read from your journal and your friends comments confirms my feelings... you can beat this.... You are going into this all with a healthy mindset and attitude... I wish you nothing but TONS of fighting power as you start through this whole process. Just never lose sight of the end goal... That alone will help you through all the tough times.
Robyn Hauenstein <rhauens@us.ibm.com>
- Thursday, April 7, 2005 9:44 AM CDT

Hi Doreen. I pray God's hand be upon you each day all day long. Tho your body is hurting and your mind is swirling with thoughts & fears, know that your in your spirit is where faith, hope, love, and peace live and your spirit tells your mind, ministers to your mind, these things to not only help you endure, to get thru, but to strengthen you. These are called trials of faith, not of our choosing of course, but to grow in faith in Him.
HOLD FAST, HOLD ON! WE NEED YOU!
Love you, Greg
Greg Browning <gregbrow@juno.com>
- Thursday, April 7, 2005 9:41 AM CDT

Hi Doreen-
Just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keeping a positive attitude is so important and I know you can do it. Besides...if you don't large Marge will be all over you and may just find it necessary to bring out the old dog dish again. Ugh! Love you and your sister (and okay...your brother too) so follow the rules and get well!
Linda Cruson <ldcruson@yahoo.com>
Redding, CA USA - Wednesday, April 6, 2005 11:36 PM CDT

Hey Doreeenie...I will be there mentally with you every step of the way. I am on call at a moments notice if Marg needs me to come to minneapolis..I think "stubborn" is an understatement....but that will work in your favor right now....Love you like my own sis...romey
romey mack <romeymack@aol.com>
sacramento, ca usa - Tuesday, April 5, 2005 1:42 PM CDT

Dearest Adopted Aunt Weenie, Don't worry. As I tell Marggy and Jenn: you're going to have a GREAT day! My thoughts are definitely with you and I can't wait to hear stories of hot doctors, stolen medical supplies (everyone needs those rubber gloves!) and general hospital related gossip!!
Melissa Urbaniak <maurbaniak@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Tuesday, April 5, 2005 12:46 AM CDT

Hey Sis, keep your chin up and with all of our thoughts and prayers, this will all be over and you will be on the road to a full recovery. Look for my comedy tour to arrive at a location near you.
See you soon!

we love you lots,
The Escondido Meddletons
Pat, Patty, Mollie and Jill Meddleton <pmeddleton@dewittmove.com>
Escondido, CA USA - Tuesday, April 5, 2005 12:25 AM CDT

Doreen:
The fact that you are a stubborn chick is a good thing. You are a fighter like me and will handle this bump in the road with strength and grace.

If you need someone to share tips on radition therapy recovery, give me a call.

You are in my prayers!

Carmella <carmella.spencer@acefitness.org>
San Diego, Ca US - Tuesday, April 5, 2005 11:02 AM CDT

Hey Doreen. Today I think of what a nice week you are gonna have. With all the stuff on your mind, a cruise is just what you need. You know that I understand what you are facing. I should be admitted 2wks after you (if all goes as planned). We are gonna fight this to the end!!! In my prayers..keep the journal going. Pam
Pam <PamyRn@yahoo.com>
Goodrich, MI USA - Sunday, March 27, 2005 12:16 AM CST

Doreen,

I wish you the best and will keep you in my prayers. I'm sure you'll be back in no time !

Pete
Pete Gallo <pagallo@us.ibm.com>
- Thursday, March 24, 2005 5:19 PM CST

Doreen-
You are in my prayers.

Laura Buchler <lambiepye@earthlink.net>
Rochester, MN USA - Wednesday, March 23, 2005 10:05 PM CST

Doreen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Keep the faith and the good Lord will give you the strength to deal with whatever comes your way.
Pete and Barb Kinczel <pkincz@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 6:32 PM CST

All our prayers are with you - Godspeed, Doreen!

Jim Bernier
Jim Bernier <jrbernier@hotmail.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 1:19 PM CST

Doreen,
Your courage, honesty, and acceptance (understandably reluctant) of all this, simply blows me away. I admire your strength. I look forward to your return to total health.
You'll be in our prayers.
p.s. Great picture of Mark and the nieces.
Tom and Jean Simcoe
Rochester, MN usa - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 1:12 PM CST

Hey Doreenie!

I know one thing for sure. U are a fighter and a survivor and you will kick butt through this one!! There are too many people who need you & who are praying for you so be confident and look at this step as your road to recovery. This is your challenge in life and another opportunity to come out feeling like a champion. So get out there and do your thing. You will be just fine and your family and friends will all be around you.You are not alone!
Love you Lots and Best Wishes & Prayers.
Wafa <WafaAdibLobo@hotmail.com>
Rochester, MN Olmstead - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 10:17 AM CST

Doreen, I will miss you so much at work. I'll be thinking about you all the time and the Hail Mary's go without saying. Hey, this will be a great opportunity for you to meet new people. I have a good feeling about all this. God has a plan for you and you will beat this because thats the kind of person you are. Be strong, face your fear. You are a wonderful person. Lots of love and prayers - Anne
Anne Moore <acmoore@us.ibm.com jammer1@pitel.net>
Pine Island, MN - Tuesday, March 22, 2005 9:08 AM CST

Doreen, my heart aches for what you have been, and will be going through. You are a beautiful person (lots of fun too!). God will help you through this very difficult time. Please know that I am thinking about you and wishing you well. Take care.
Donna Dillemuth <dldillemuth@aol.com>
Rochester, MN - Monday, March 21, 2005 9:41 PM CST

Dearest Doreen, I have doubled my prayers for you, and Mark. Trust in God. He will see you through. My eyes fill with tears at what you must undergo, but it's the right thing to do, so you can continue traveling on the long road of life God has in store for you, so that you may dance at your grandchildren's weddings. I love you, and you will be constantly in my thoughts, and prayers.
God speed, dear friend.
Victoria & Joseph Miko
I wish Joseph had your option, but because of his age, he doesn't.
Victoria & Joseph Miko
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, March 21, 2005 6:28 PM CST

Hi Doreen - I want to wish you all the best as you go through your transplant. Stay strong....I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
SuEllen
- Monday, March 21, 2005 5:56 PM CST

Doreen .. I wish you the best .. and yes, you will be in my prayers ! You are young and strong, and that will improve your recovery time ! Always remember .. Keep the Faith !!
Ed Gomez <gomez@us.ibm.com>
Rochester, MN U.S.A. - Monday, March 21, 2005 5:40 PM CST

Hi Doreen, I'm sending you all my prayers seeing you full of healing light and healthy. LIVESTRONG
With Love, your long distance email friend Ujjala
Ujjala Schwartz <ujjalas@hvi.net>
New Paltz, NY USA - Monday, March 21, 2005 4:26 PM CST

Doreen...your strength, whit and zest for life will get you through this... but as my sister says ... a little pray goes a long way... you are in our prayers.
Deb Navarro <dknav@us.ibm.com>
- Monday, March 21, 2005 4:24 PM CST

Be strong! We are all here for you. You are in our thoughts and our prayers.....
Wayne Leeland <leeland@us.ibm.com>
Wabasha, MN - Monday, March 21, 2005 4:02 PM CST

Good Luck Doreen
Dave Gransee
- Monday, March 21, 2005 3:53 PM CST

Good Luck Doreen! Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Duane Miller <duanerm@hotmail.com>
Byron, mn USA - Monday, March 21, 2005 3:21 PM CST

Doreen, The best of luck and our prayers are with you during this time of need, friends: people that care about you: someone to talk to when you feel like it: someone to make you laugh when your feeling down or make you smile if only for a second.
Karl & Margaret Backman <kbackman@charter.net>
Rochester, MN Olmsted - Monday, March 21, 2005 3:19 PM CST

Doreen - you have ALL my prayers and good wishes for this time in your life. I'm holding positive thoughts about your outcome and you'll be back to your old self soon enough. Take Care and All my Love.
Sherry Holst <vikesfan53@yahoo.com>
Rochester, MN USA - Monday, March 21, 2005 3:18 PM CST

Keep up the good work mom and stay strong. You know i am doing just fine and i will always be there for you.
love mark
mark koehler
duluth , mn USA - Thursday, March 10, 2005 8:25 PM CST

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