It 's those little things....

Once again rabbits built a nest in our backyard.We didn't see them for a few days and I was worried they had abandoned the nest. But as you can see from the photo above they are back.

Then as I was watching the rabbits - out from under the large rock in our garden came a chipmunk. Check out the little guy on the edge of the grass. Being the Disney fan that I am all I could think of was Chip and Dale.

So in addition to the deer who use our property to travel back and forth to the green acres across the street from our home, we have a bunny family and chipmunks. Who needs the National Geographic Channel. I can just look out my window.

See it is those little things that make life grand!

Livestrong
Dee
Every Day is a Blessing!

KOH Fundraisers

Here are two fun ways you can help Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation raise money for ovarian cancer research.

May 18,2009
Diane Castle Memorial Golf Outing
River Vale Country Club - River Vale, NJ
7am Continental Breakfast, 8am shotgun start, lunch , dinner and prizes

$200 per golfer
Time is running out to register but if you would like to send a gift or donation please contact Jim Castle jjc11@optonline.net or Rich Castle at richie.castle@otis.com

June 5, 2009
Cindy's Comrades is sponsoring "Bingo for a Good Cause" to benefit KOH
Lodi Moose Lodge
215 Charles Street, Hackensack , NJ
Doors open at 6:30 pm

Donation :$ 50
includes open bar, food, prizes , gift baskets

Livestrong

Dee
Every Day is a Blessing!

OCNA - 12th Annual Conference Info

Information I received in an OCNA e-mail:

Join Us in a Celebration of Life!

The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance's annual conference is about you, and the part you play in helping to find a cure. It's about empowering you to use your story, your voice, and your commitment -- together with other stories and other voices -- until the sounds we make are heard loud and clear by everyone who can help us make a difference.

This is the time. This is the place. This is the Conference where you can help make a difference by playing a part in our united efforts to save women's lives.

We hope you will join forces with us in the Nation's Capital.

Please see below for a list of frequently asked questions including information about registration, scholarships, travel, roommate options, new program highlights and more!

To register and learn more about the Conference, visit www.ovariancancer.org/conference

Is there a registration fee for the Conference? There is a cost to attend the Conference and we encourage you to register early to receive the discounted rate. Early Registration (on or before May 31): $150 Regular Registration: $200 Onsite Registration (after July 3): $250 Lobby Day on Capitol Hill has a separate fee. Online registration (on or before June 5): $100

Team JLO -Top Fundraising Team for Sandy Sprint 5K

Well the results are in...
Team JLO - was the number one fundraising team for the Sandy Rollman Foundation's Sandy Sprint 5K in Philadelphia yesterday!

What an awesome job by the entire Lopez family and their friends in raising awareness and funds for ovarian cancer research.

Dee

Every Day is a Blessing !

More Difficult Words to Write

I learned last night that a dear friend of mine, Lyn Rossi, passed away. Lyn was a Woman of Teal.

I have begun this entry a few times but can't seem to find the right words.
I am sad for Lyn's husband, two children, sister, brother-in-law, nephews and mother because Lyn was such a special caring woman. This might seem selfishly but I am sad for myself - I will miss Lyn. Lyn's family and ours go back to the days when our son's were in elementary school together- they are now 23 . Back in those days Lyn was every teacher's dream class mother. She was creative and helpful and boy could she cook. She made the best crumb cake. She could have a show on the food network.

On days when I had teacher meetings my kids would spend time with Lyn and her children. Of course, first priority after a snack was finishing their school work. When the weather was warm they played in their pool or out in the yard and when it was too cold they were down in the basement.

There was always time for tea with Lyn. As a friend she was so easy to talk to. When my sister was ill and passed away she offered words of hope and consolation and prayer but mostly her friendship - which was worth its weight in gold.

While the boys were in High School Billy spent a few winter breaks on vacation with us in the Poconos. And along with the Linkin's, we adults stayed in touch even when the boys were off to different colleges.

Lyn and I were both diagnosed with OC disease - myself in the summer of 2005 and Lyn in the fall of 2007. We have walked the path through the surgeries, CT scans , chemos and follow-up visits. Lyn never complained - except maybe about her wig but we all do that!

I will miss my friend. May her family find peace and love. And may we find a way to stop this disease from affecting other women's families.

Livestrong
Dee
Every Day is a Blessing - even if a little bit of a blessing is missing.

Chemo # 6

Today was the 6th treatment for my recurrence ( 15th all together) . Carla was once again my cheerful and considerate nurse. The taxol infusion went very smoothly. I had a visit from one of the ladies in my CINJ support group. It was a sweet gesture and made the time go quickly.

I saw one of my gyn oncs before the treatment. My physical exam went well. That is good news.
We will wait to see what my CA 125 is this time and get a CT scan before we make the final decision about stopping or continuing. My CA-125 has been 10 twice in a row. If it stays the same then most likely I can stop chemo. If it drops down to 8 then I might be asked to continue 3 more cycles.

I am scheduled for a CT on May 4th. That info will help decide if I will continue in treatment or not.

I really would like to make that trip to Kansas in May so I hope and pray that my CA-125 will remain at 10 and my CT scan will be clear.

Matt is home for a few days to go to the dentist and have his car checked. Murphy is here too. It is great having a dog in the house again.

Livestrong
Dee

Every Day is a Blessing.

2009 Teal Tea, Supports Ovarian Cancer Research at CINJ

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Established in 2008, The Teal Tea Foundation , is a 503(C)(3) foundation. It was founded by Jean Shipos an OC survivor. The foundation's mission is to raise awareness of ovarian cancer and funds for research. Proceeds from this year's tea will go to support OC research at the Cancer Institute of NJ.

I am thrilled to have been invited to discuss writing this blog as part of a speakers panel at the Tea. If you visit the Teal Tea Foundation website you can buy tickets and read about the auction items, table contest and hat contest. I look forward to being part of this wonderful event.

Livestrong,
Dee

Every Day is a Blessing!