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From what I know, Texans do it big, you will rally, and get that Arby's sammich you so want.
Me-I like the curly fries :)

Along with pie I hope.

But I would not be human if I didn't feel sad
reading the exchange between you and Zoe.

The prayers will never stop.

Blood donors are the greatest

Yes, what Claire said.

Except I don't like curly fries because they put icky seasoning on them, if I remember right.

I don't pretend to have great insight but I know that the human body and the human spirit are amazing in ways that defy explanation and succeed beyond all expectations. I'm keeping the faith that you'll be a great example of this and when you do, I'll hope to dance the happy dance like it's my job to celebrate!

One day, when you are strong and well, you will show others how this whole thing is done. You WILL kick its butt - and then some.

Much love to you and Zoe.

S. xo+

I used to get the curly fries and a chocolate milkshake. A friend swore that eating them together gave you the best burps. She was right.

I used to get the curly fries and a chocolate milkshake. A friend swore that eating them together gave you the best burps. She was right. Gurgle burps.

I used to get the curly fries and a chocolate milkshake. A friend swore that eating them together gave you the best burps. She was right. Gurgle burps.

Hi, I just read about all of this through your sister. I'm so sorry to hear about what is happening to you. I personally know that the hospital time is not fun but I hope you know that there are many people thinking of you and praying for you. Stay strong and you will get through this healthy and as strong as ever. I was just in the hospital recently and they had to open me up in an emergency surgery. I too thought of the recovery and my wife and child but I knew I could do it. Just imagine the good stuff coming in and the bad going out as you fight this. I will be thinking of you!Get strong!

Chris

You amaze me every day my dear. Thinking of you tonight. As Usual.

Hey, Deb. Have you tried the liquid Benadryl/Maalox/viscous lidocaine mouth swish to help with the sores?

Of course, the lidocaine deadens the pain, but it also leaves you unable to taste your food and since your mouth is anesthetized, you have to be really careful not to bite your cheeks, so it's not really the best solution either.

Hope you feel better again soon.

Hey Deb,

You don't know me, nor does your sister, but I read her blog on chron.com and I followed her link to your site. I want to tell you a brief story of mine that may be of some use to you given your situation. When I was 19 I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC), now UC has a very low mortality rate (~1-2% annually) and is by no means as life threatening as your condition so I cannot pretend to understand your feelings in that regard. However, I will say that I can understand the torment you experience while being subjected to treatment after treatment as well as being in the hospital for long periods of time and away from family, friends and home. I only had UC for ~2 years (some people live with it most of their lives) but the severity of my condition was to such a degree that it required surgery in which they removed my entire colon. Throughout the course of having UC I came to realize that there are a few things in this world that are, indeed, worse than physical death itself. I'm referencing the death of the human spirit. Based on what I've read about your situation, I'm confident that you're far stronger than I in terms of resilience, among other characteristics you exhibit. I learned a great deal about myself while I was ill as I'm sure you're learning a thing or two about yourself. When you live in pain and agony every day, your pain threshold increases significantly until you finally begin to ignore it by disregarding the concept of pain altogether. I learned that with each scar I received from surgery (both physical and emotional), for each day I spent hospitalized and away from my family, and for each day I existed in a perpetual state of unrelenting torture I continued to grow from a young, foolish boy into a man. Thus, in an odd (and rather morbid) sense, I'm grateful for having become ill. If not for such I surely would not be the man I am today. So when I mentioned earlier that this comment may be of use to you, what I want to say is that for every day you continue to be ill you can chalk up 24 more hours to you having the capacity to survive through an illness which many may have scummed to long ago. That puts you in a class of your own, a league in which few others have experienced and even fewer have lived to tell about. And if for nothing else, when you feel down about your situation like I did with mine from time to time remember this: You're facing difficult times, now whether you becoming ill is attributed to random chance or be it the will of a supernatural deity can be debated, but nonetheless, with each day you fight you exemplify what all others in this world only hope to one day become - a true hero. A leader, not a follower. So for me, I'm honored to have learned of how you've been responding to this situation you're in and for every time the slightest bit of doubt creeps into your mind about whether you have what it takes to beat this, just remember that for every instance of doubt you may have there are 10 times as many people who have no doubt in you or your ability to emerge victorious. I wish you well and I apologize if this entry is lengthy, my submission to this blog in the form of words won't do justice and don't fully convey my feelings when I say, truly, that I'm proud of you. I wish you the best and never forget that the more you fight, the more charismatic you become and charisma is certainly not a trait that is given, it is earned, and you certainly earn more and more with each passing day. One more thing, I'm a huge Texans fan so GO TEXANS! And though I may be a total stranger, feel free to email me if you ever need a pick-me-up or would simply like to vent. God knows it's refreshing to have someone who will listen to you and talk with you, not at you, when you're ill. Doing so really helped me when I was ill. Goodbye, I'll be pulling for you!

Hang in there! Your Texans family is doing our part. We are praying for you and when you get that many Texans praying, you better believe someone will be listening!

Take care, get well, and bless you and your family.

Deb, I haven't dropped by in while; I'm one of your sister's BAM bored buddies.

You and Zoe are in my prayers. I want you to get this behind you.

You're a hero, whether you like it or not.

Dennis

I saw a retweet on twitter about this and I just wanted to say that while I cannot give blood, I wanted you to know that you now have one more person rooting for you. If there is anything else I can do, please let me know.

-JT
(diagnosed with ALL in 2006 at 21)

Twitter: jacobtyler

Just dropping by this morning to say hi. "Hi"

Just dropping by to tell your face that I love you. It's been a couple days.

Hi Debbie. Me and a friend of mine have been praying for you. When i was in the hospital...i remember one of the doctors or nurses saying to me...Lorenzo...the doctors can only do their part...you're in God's hands. I hope and pray you will beat this cancer and enjoy your family and friends...
May God watch over you and protect you....Lorenzo

Fuck "what if"! There is no "what if". It's how do I beat this shit? I love you, Deb. Love you for reals.

Hey Deb, how are you???? I hope your mouth sores are feeling better. We are sending prayers your way. I think I am going to take pictures of my husband giving blood for you - blood donating virgin, heehee.

Keep us updated, we love you!!!

Curly fries.

I'm recruiting! AND calling Reverand Jesse, like I told ya!

Keep thinkin positive thoughts. You are a strong spirit and you have many friends and family pullin for you.

The Arby's does sound good. There must be some trace chemical in the meat that your body needs.
We were just talkin about Arby's yeasterday cuz 1 of my girls wants me to send her some of their barbecue sauce when I get back to the mainland.

Wish I could bring you a nice big rainbow shave ice to cool off your poor mouth.

Hang in there Hon and I'll check up again once I'm settled. In the meantime I will imagine you getting stronger by the minute.

EV

I hope today brings you one step closer to Arbys :)

Hoping your Saturday is going well. Sending good thoughts your way.

Thinkin', thinkin', thinkin', thinkin' 'bout you, and the beautiful Zoester bird-talker.

And, btw- prayin', prayin', prayin', prayin' for you both.

Much lovin' from Illinois-

Illinois Deb

And- I think an Arby's sammich is sumpin to strive for! I personally love the Horsey sauce on a plain ole arby's roast beef, but that might not be so cool right now- ya know with your friend the Red Devil!! (diablo rojo?).

Love you Deb-

Illinois Deb

Stopping in to say "hey" and I hope things are improving for you. Big hugs

Just popping in to leave you love, hugs, and positives. You are in my thoughts, brave one.

S. xo+

Hey, its Chris from up above again. I wanted to pop in on this Sunday night and tell you I hope things are going well and that you had a great day. You are in my prayers and I hope you gain strength by the day. Your sis is doing a great job getting the word out on Texanstalk. I'm HoustonFrog on there. Went to TCU but living in Houston. I'm home doing my own recovery so I know words from loved ones and even strangers can be of comfort. Even when they babble like me..lol :)I wish you an improving and strong week.

Chris Miller

Sure hope things are going better for you.

Lots of prayers are always said for you.

Thinking of you and hoping your getting stronger and feeling better. I hope Chemobama is kicking some serious cancer butt!

Hey Deb,
Just checking in on you. Hope things are going the right way and that you are feeling well enough to snarf down an Arby's roast beef! Prayers continue and requests for blood donations being pounded out daily.

legs4miles

OK trying this comment thing again :-)

I had a dream last night I had a fundraiser flyer in my hand, like the ones they give out for schools, and I was going door to door raising money for you. Hope the good thoughts even in my sleep help.

*HUGS*

If sis #1 or # 2 could post in the comments how Deb is doing--I know this is so very hard for everyone. But if you have one second please let us know.

Deb,
I am hoping that even though I don't see my comments showing up, that you are still receiving them - which is all I care about. Know I am sending love and donating blood on Friday.

Hang in there.
~Missy

Many, many prayers are coming your way. I went to New York last weekend and thought a lot of you with your Sis and my Sis-in-law there recently. Get well soon so we can all go back together and get some more stuff!

Thinking of you today. A lot.

xo+ xo+

Deb is having a bit of a rough go lately. The mouth sores are not healing well which means that she is getting morphine while they are. Morphine means that Deb isn't much for posting. And mouth sores means talking is tough too.

To help speed recovery of her mouth and to prevent infection, we are having friends and family donate white blood cells at MD Anderson. This involves getting tested and giving platelets, getting a neupagin (sp?) shot to increase white blood cells, and then donating them the next day. If you are in the Houston area, and are interested in doing this, leave a message in my blog comments in the above link and write DO NOT PUBLISH, and I will email you back with details.

The doctor describes her situation as being a holding pattern.

If she doesn't post soon, I will post more. But I will tell you that I've been reading your comments to her in the hospital, and she gives a big thumbs up to them.

-Steph

Thanks Sis #1 for updating us.
Deb I just hate that you are having to go through this!!! I wish I lived closed (I live in Illinois) so that I could donate for you - I WILL however get myself signed up to donate this weekend. I already registered to be a bone marrow donor when you were first diagnosed. I just wanted to let you know how much of an inspiration you are to me. I think of you everyday and pray for your healing.
Many Hugs

Thanks Sis #1 for the update. It's understandable that Deb isn't up to posting. I think about her and worry every day, so it's good to get some news.

I'm in Wisconsin so I can't help with the white blood cells, but I'm on the marrow donor list. Please give her an extra hug for me.

Thank you so much for the update, Steph.

Deb - I wish I lived closer to you, rather than at the bottom of the world in Australia. I would be there in a nanosecond, to donate if I could. My red blood cells are a bit dodgey, but my white ones are Kings. How I would love to give them to you.

Stay strong, brave one. You can do this. You WILL get through this. Please don't feel the pressure or need to respond. Just hear us; feel us - and get well.

Love, hugs, respect, admiration, and a whole lot of positives ...

Skye.

Can I come snuggle in bed with you? It's nasty cold outside and it was so miserable going to work this morning, all I could think of was my warm bed where I left my dog and husband all snuggly warm. Prayers are going out to you this morning and always. Prayers of peace, comfort and healing. Angels are embracing you in their comforting wings (don't sneeze from the feathers) and whispering in Zoe's ear to be at peace and know that you will be well again soon. They don't come any stronger than Uma and Chuck Norris rolled into one--our inspirational DEBU! Kick that cancer to Hell, Baby, you can do it! Love you,

Thanks for the update Steph-I sure hope those mouth sores go bye-bye. The prayers never stop for Deb and the rest of your family.

Big Hugs

Just got word that I have good blood for white blood cells. So, I'm going to pick up my medicines today and donate tomorrow morning early. Bro #2 is getting tested today.

Talked to Deb this morning on the phone and she sounded the best she has in days.

-Steph

Steph,

Thanks for the updates on Deb's behalf.

Deb,

I just wanted to know that your are still in my prayers while I'm down here in Mexico on a business trip. This morning I was visiting a steel fabrication shop and outdside was a little mini-altar with a statue of Mary so the workers would have a spot to offer a quick prayer during their break. So today I dropped God a quick line from the Sealsa Fab shop in Tampico Mexico. ¡¿Es Fabuloso, no!?

I hope your mouth sores are better.

Patrick

No one wants my blood products because I have herniated disks in my back? WTF??? I tried to donate, but could not. Wishing Deb a speedy recovery.

Lolismum

That's great to hear, Steph. I bet they are champion cells, and just what Deb needs at this point.

All the best for the morning, and for the success of your wonderful brother's test too.

Thinking of you all, and pulling for the white blood cells to come through for her.

S. xo+

Hey, Deb. I've been watching bloglines and twitter for an update, and finally got the idea to come and check comments. Thanks, Sis#1 for the info.
Deb, you and your family remain in my prayers. You are loved and missed by the innernets. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Hang in there chickie! You can do it! Sending good vibes your way!

*super big cheesy arby sammich hug!*

I will go hug my son who gives blood all the time.

I'm a wussy that passes out at the sight of a needle.

I had to give 11 viles of blood for testing to figure out what is wrong with me and it was worse than childbirth!

I love you !!!

Ok, so I DO live near you, and I seriously want you to get through this as fast as possible...but I am total chickenshit about donating. Which makes no sense I know. And they make it super easy for me too, the bloodmobil seems to show up wherever I go. So I am seriously gonna try to psych myself up to do it. And I'm gonna pray. I'll even bring you an Arby's sammich at MD Anderson if you want it.

Hope you are feeling better. I thought of you-
I saw Arby's has that five for five dollar deal!

That's a sign for you.

XO

I hope you feel better and can enjoy watching the snowfall. I am keeping you in my prayers and was glad to read from sis#1 that you are sounding better.

Sending you so much love, Deb - and sending you a CD after this weekend - I wish I could send me so I could give you a hug.
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox,
Allison

Steph - I just popped in to see how your white cell donation went?

Thinking of you all - and gentle hugs to you, Deb.

S. xo+

Skye-

White blood cell donation was easy. I tested out at over what they want at 44,000 cells. Yay. Basically, they hook a tube in one arm and one in the other arm. And then they draw blood from one, take the WBC out, and then replace your blood. It was a little chilly and only lasted a little over 2 hours. They have DVDs for you to watch and I watched "Four Weddings and a Funeral" as I am a fan of the stammering version of Hugh Grant. After watching the movie again, I don't quite see what he finds so compelling about Carrie the American. I mean, she is a tramp and a proven gold digger.

In any event, Deb called me as she was getting the WBC and was happy about them. Hopefully they will do the trick.

-Steph

Steph aka Sis #1-WOW-you are the greatest,
I suppose the cost factor would be an issue if folks who don't live in Houston wanted to do this?

But prayers for all, waving hi to DEB, we love you.

Steph aka Sis #1-WOW-you are the greatest,
I suppose the cost factor would be an issue if folks who don't live in Houston wanted to do this?

But prayers for all, waving hi to DEB, we love you.

Friends-

Need prayers more than ever. Deb took a turn for the worse and had to go to the ICU last evening. Her breating was very labored, and her lung x-rays looked poor.

She has been placed in a medically-induced coma while they put her on a machine to help her breathe while her body fights infection and she tries to recover lung function.

I wish I have more favorable and definitive news for you and for Deb, but we are just waiting and watching and praying.

Thanks for all your various support from all over the world. It has meant a ton to Deb and Zoe and our entire family. You have no idea how much.

When I know any more, I will let you know.

God bless,
Steph

Delurking to let you know my heart and prayers are with Deb and her family and friends. Thank you, Steph, for the updates.

Delurking here in Windsor, UK to send all possible good wishes your way

Deb, praying for mercy and your recovery. I am also praying for your family, especially Z.

legs4miles

Praying for everyone. Thanks Steph for the update.

God is watching over Deb and your entire family.

Steph,

I have just read your positive message update about your wonderful white cell donation ... and now this. My heart is literally hurting.

I hope, and I wish, and I pray. Please, please help Deb through this. Help her to be strong, to rally, to battle, and to overcome.

Please?

xo+

Stay strong Deb - you can do this - think of Chuck and Uma! We are sending healing love to you and your family!

Jenna and Steph - as I said on the phone - please call if you need ANYTHING.

much love from

Dione and ELM

Deb, you are never out of my thoughts and prayers. Stepping up the prayers for you tonight. You are so strong, I know that you will do all that you can. I wish I was closer so I could offer to do more. Big hugs to you.

Steph, thanks so much for the update. There are so many of us that think about your family constantly.

How is Zoe doing?

Much love from Illinois-

Illinois Deb

Delurking in San Francisco to say my prayers are with Deb, Zoe and your whole family.

Delurking in San Francisco to say my prayers are with Deb, Zoe and your whole family.

Praying for you, your sweet little girl, and our whole Texas family.

We love you.

EV

Chuck Norris should be there soon to get you an Arby's sandwich.

thinking of you every day, you can do this!

Hang in there Deb! I'm praying for you.
Be STRONG, like we know you are.

Much love to you!

My thoughts and prayers go out to Zoe and all of Debs family.
Thank you for keeping everyone posted.

Love, Love

Love, white light, prayers to you, darling Deb. You are in my thoughts and in my heart. Be strong.

Hey deb

when u can hey just type a "F" for "F this", man im sending so much ur way as a fellow mom..

I have my neighbors praying for Deb, Zoe and your entire family. I hope today brings better news for Deb.

God bless you all.

I have my neighbors praying for Deb, Zoe and your entire family. I hope today brings better news for Deb.

God bless you all.

Found Deb's site probably 2 years ago and quietly enjoyed her posts. I am incredibly sad at reading she has taken a turn for the worse. Although I don't know you, Deb, I feel a kindred-ness with you because I have lived with T-cell Lymphoma since 1996 (and was given 3 years to live) as well as surviving breast cancer and a bilateral mastectomy.

Our outlooks are so similar and that's what makes us survivors, despite any odds those doctors like to place against us.

Never give up...every day is one day closer to a remission or a cure. Be strong and stay brave. All of my best wishes to Deb, (((Zoe the birdtalker))), and Deb's wonderfully supportive family.

Channelling Chuck...and sending mighty ninja power-wishes from the UK. So sorry to hear the update; the internets are flexing their best healing muscles for you. Pixi

Still praying!

Deb,

I am thinking about and praying as hard as I can for you and your family and Zoe. Please know you are loved. :)

-Meera

Deb,

I am thinking about and praying as hard as I can for you and your family and Zoe. Please know you are loved. :)

-Meera

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Deb - be too much of a bitch to let it take you now! Fight hard, girl!

prayers for strength.

xomox

Everyone-

Good news. Though Deb is still in the ICU, she is off of the breathing machine. They still have her under some heavy sedation to make sure doesn't pull off tubes. But she has talked a little to people.

We appreciate all the support. Though she is on medication, we know she can hear us and we are reading your comments to her.

You guys rock.
-Steph

Thank God-- no Steph you rock, thanks for the update, I know God is holding her and your family
in the palm of his head.

Deb will be the "christmas miracle"

I have been to her site no less then 8 times today hoping for good news.

Blessings to all of your family esp. Deb and Zoe

Praise God!!!! I am so relieved and thankful that God is answering all of our prayers. Hang in there Deb - one day at a time and know that God is holding your hand every step of the way.
Many hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Thx Sis #1 for keeping us all updated.

Oh, thank GOODNESS! My eyes are welling with tears of relief.

You have no idea how far your strength and tenacity reaches, Deb. Keep at it! Don't ever give up - even though I know these words are not in your vocabulary anyway.

See ... you CAN do this. Baby steps, Deb. One foot in front of the other - just one little step at a time.

Thanks so much for the news, Steph. You have been so wonderful at keeping us all up-to-date, when you have so many more important things on your mind. I'm so grateful to you for taking the time to do this.

Love, hugs, and positives to you all.

S. xo+

Prayers, hugs and love from Minnesota.

Thanks for the updates,Steph. We appreciate the news.

My best to the whole family!

Deb,

We are still praying for you. Hang tough.

Patrick

So glad to hear of the good news. Many prayers are being said for you and your family. We are here for you to help in any manner we can. I wanted to come and hold your hand, Deb, but I was reminded that only family can get in to see you. And my first thought was, well, isn't she family? But, technically, we're not family, so we are sitting on the side lines waiting until you are well enough and I can get that six-bucks into your room for you. Get yourself well! Love and big bear hugs to you,

Thanks, Steph, for the update! Been on pins and needles waiting to hear of the turn around! Hooray! Go, Deb!!

I'm glad to hear the update Steph. I've been praying nightly and I hope everyones prayers together can turn this thing around. Hope the week goes well!

GO DEB GO!!!!
xomox

Hope Deb is continuing to recover. I am so sorry all of you have to go through this, again. F*** cancer.

Best wishes to all of you, especially Debster.

Hi Deb!

I'm sending cyber hugs and prayers to you and your family. I check on you several times a day through this blog and want to thank your sister for keeping us updated. You CAN do this!

Like Yvonne-I check on you a few times each day.

Hope today was a better day, and tomorrow even
better--I think a little egg-nog may help :)

Sending lots of prayers and good wishes to you Deb, hang in there!

Friends,

Deb had a much better day today. She is still on a lot of medication, but she was talking a lot more today.

And she had the terrific surprise in getting a visit from Zoe. The excitement that Deb expressed seeing Zoe if turned into energy could power the entire world.

Medically she is in a bit of a holding pattern so there is not much news from that standpoint.

Thanks for all the comments. I was talking about all the different people who were commenting on her blog, and she was happy to *hear* from you.

-Steph

Praying for you Deb!! You can do this, I know you can! What joy it must have been to see Zoe today!! Praying that you will be better each day!! Hang in there!

You go, Deb. If you have to go through hell, make sure you come out wearing a demon-skin jacket for all of your trouble!!!!

I know that if anything could give Deb the power to get through this it would be her Zoester, her bird-talker, her life-giver. It was a stroke of brilliance to bring her in. I hope that Zoe was able to handle seeing her mother so ill, but I bet it will be important to them both in the future.

Keep fighting, all of you. Deb, blood donors, sisters and brothers, parents, Zoe, and internets.

Bless their little hearts!

Steph - this is wonderful news. You and the family must be thrilled to see Deb looking and sounding so much more perky. I think you should bottle that Zoe. From the sounds of things, she is the best possible medicine there could be!

LOVE to you, Deb!
Lots and lots of love.

S. xo+

...Its great news that Debbie is doing a little Debbie. Zoe is a gift from God ...and a gift to Debbie. Praise God for his goodness. I will continue to pray for Debbie's health.
...As the doctors told me in the hospital...the doctors can only do their part...we are in God's hand. I pray Debbie will come out of this physically and spiritually stronger than ever one day...

...Its great news that Debbie is doing a little better. Zoe is a gift from God ...and a gift to Debbie. Praise God for his goodness. I will continue to pray for Debbie's health.
...As the doctors told me in the hospital...the doctors can only do their part...we are in God's hand. I pray Debbie will come out of this physically and spiritually stronger than ever one day...

Prayers of strength are being offered up for you and your family. God bless you all in this difficult time. May God's angels be with Zoe as she deals with such grown-up life lessons and may all of you have the strength and knowledge to help her through this difficult time. Love to you all.

Another day, another couple of dozen prayers. That's how I roll. ;-)

God's strength be with you.

Patrick

Glad to hear you are doing a bit better Deb. I am sure your time with Zoe was just the ticket. Prayers for you, your family, and the entire crew at MDACC continuing.

legs4miles

we are on a constant prayer trail-and deb is going to be the christmas miracle.

give her a big hug or a little hug.

Thank God Deb is doing better. Please give her a hug from me and tell her that thoughts and prayers continue to come her way from her friends from South Carolina
Cami

Deb-

It's a new day - and therefore a whole new bunch of love and support comes to you from people near and far.

I hope that you have many more cheery visits from your beautiful daughter, and that you grow stronger and stronger from each one.

There are so many people out here who are thinking of you, and praying for you. We care, so very very much.

Love. Love. Love.

S. xo+

I think eggnog, prayers, and the love of family
will put Deb in a better spot. I also think if Sis # 1-2 or 3 are readding the comments to Deb.
We should start some jokes, any jokes. Laughter is good therapy for all, right up with the love of her debu-fans. I will try and round up a joke.

Stolen right off the information highway.

What happened when the snowgirl fell out with the snowboy ?
She gave him the cold shoulder !

What do snowmen wear on their heads ?
Ice caps !

What do snowmen eat for lunch ?
Icebergers !

Sorta funny joke:

A Cop pulled a car over for speeding.

When the Cop asked the driver why he was traveling 95mph, the driver answered that he was a juggler on his way to do a show for a birthday party and didn't want to be late.

The Cop told the driver he was fascinated by juggling, and if the driver would do a little juggling for him that he wouldn't give him a ticket.

The driver told the Cop that he had sent all of his equipment on ahead and didn't have anything to juggle.

The Cop told him that he had some flares in the trunk of his patrol car, and asked if he could juggle them.

The juggler stated that he could, so the Cop got three flares, lit them and handed them to the juggler.

While the man was doing his juggling act, a car pulled in behind the patrol car.

A drunk got out, watched the performance briefly, went over to the patrol car, opened the rear door and got in.

The Cop observed him doing this, and went over to the patrol car, opened the door and asked the drunk what he thought he was doing.

The drunk replied, "You might as well haul my butt to jail, cause there's NO way I’ll pass that test."

So proud of you, Deb! Keep it up!

A woman carrying a struggling dog, got off the escalator at the airport and approached an employee. She pointed at a sign that read, "Dogs must be carried on escalator."

"Something needs to be done about this," she said. "It took me an HOUR to find this one!"

:þ

...Here's a joke i always liked. ( I'm just not sure if its a joke)..

....What are the 3 rings of marriage ???

The Engagement "RING".....The Wedding "RING"..

and....the Suffer "RING".... lol... :-)

I hope you are doing better. Here is a joke from my daughter.

What did the snail say after riding on the turtle?

WHEEEEE!

Wow. Have I been outta the loop. Damned internet connection (or lack thereof! LOL!). No wonder I haven't gotten any texts from you lately!

Okay, so it looks like jokes are the thing2do here:

What did the painter say to the wall? --One more crack and I'll plaster you!

And a holiday one:

How do sheep in Mexico say Merry Christmas? --Fleece Navidad.

I'm so glad you got to see Zoe, Deb.

Keep on, lady. I love you.

1. Still praying will never stop
2. Hope Zoe is still with you-she and your family
and all that love are the ticket for you to keep fighting.
3. Hope today is a better day for you.

Hi all you blog readers I am a friend of Debs and I wanted to let everyone know that some of her friends are holding a couple of fundraisers for her.

Preliminary Details:

Pool Tournament on Saturday, Jan 17th at
Nick's Sports Bar & Grill
1448 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77042
(713) 785-9900
Looks to be a $20 entrance fee with drink specials

Date and Silent Auction
with Live Band and Karaoke
Saturday, Jan 24th
Location TBD in Central Houston

Blood Drive will hopefully be at one of these events.

If any of you internets what to donate items or participate in any of the events you are most welcome to!

I can be reached at d1forlove@yahoo.com

Dione and Deb's HC friends!

Deb- you and the Zoester are at the forefront of our prayers right now. I don't have any cool jokes for you- just cyber-hugs and fervent prayers.

Much love from Illinois-

Illinois Deb

Hey Deb,

I wrote Santa and told him all I want for Christmas is for you to be better and home with Zoe. I always get what I want.
My prayers are continuously with you and your family. I do so hope you can be home by Christmas. {{{{Big Hug}}}}

Good Am to you. I hope your days are getting better with all of our prayers.

Like Yvonne I told Santa and God----you get what you want for Christmas.

Hello, brave one.

Much love and strength.

S. xo+

just stopping by to say hello and offer more support. i hope you're feeling a bit better, Deb. hang in there!

xomox

Wondering if Deb still needs blood products. Wondering if the good docs over there will take it on a weekend. Wondering if someone can email me at mkshayna@yahoo.com with that information. I'm scheming and dreaming, of course!

Sending so much Love and Light to Deb and Zoe! And to all of your family and friends who are praying for you!!

So, I wonder if you know what you call a cow with no legs? ~~ Ground beef.

So, a priest, a nun, and a rabbi walk into a bar... And the bartender says, "What is this? A joke?"

Love and Light!!!!!!

Hey peeps,

Here's the latest both bad news and good news.

The not so good news is that Deb had to be intubated again last night and is in a medically induced coma. She has pneumonia in her right lung that she is fighting.

The good news is that her leukemia doctor says that her disease is in remission. That her organ functioning is very good for the most part except for that lung thing. Most importantly, her white blood cells are where they want them to be, which can start healing her. Some of her signficant bruising is starting to fade.

So keep the good thoughts and prayers going. Before she got intubated yesterday, she managed to have a great visit from Zoe. :)

And though currently we don't need white blood cell donations, we do need lots and lots of blood products. Follow the link at the site Deb gave for her credit information. The MD Anderson Holly Hall location is one of the best for donations because you don't pay for parking and it is open most days of the week. If you want to donate platelets, you need to make an appointment.

As Deb likes to say...peace out,
Steph

I keep saying the same thing God, Zoe, your family, all this love will pull Deb out of this
current setback.

Thanks Sis #1 for keeping us updated.

God Bless All of You.

XO

I keep saying the same thing God, Zoe, your family, all this love will pull Deb out of this
current setback.

Thanks Sis #1 for keeping us updated.

God Bless All of You.

XO

Wow! She managed to beat all of the cancer cells into remission within about a month of diagnosis this time?!?! That's fighting hard!

She has come back from this pneumonia once already. I hope she has the strength to do it again. I know it's not a matter of will because she has more willpower than anyone I've ever seen.

Best wishes to the family, much love to Deb.

Rachel

Ha! Take that, you stupid cancer!

Deb might not have relished the idea of 'Amazon Woman' connotations but she is certainly proving that there's benefit to being so strong and capable of fighting fiercely!

I'm praying for you, Deb, and hoping that you'll kick pneumonia to the curb quickly just like you've done with leukemia.

I'll be praying for your family, too, especially the keeper of your hope, Miss Z., and for your own personal Christmas miracle.

Deb is beyond doubt one of the strongest people I have never known - both mentally and physically!

These setbacks seem to make her stronger, and more determined to see this through. You are a champion, Deb! You have so much fight and healing spirit within you.

Love to you, Zoe, your lovely parents, the fabulous Sisters and their families, and everyone who holds you close to their hearts.

Hang on, Deb. Nearly there, brave one.

S. xo+

Addendum-

Of course I meant "Deb is beyond doubt one of the strongest people I have EVER known." That's what happens when you're trying to dodge the cat's tail on the keypad when he's playing catch-the-cursor!

Even though the "known" is from afar, and through glass and cables - you (Deb) have reached deep inside my heart and found a permanent place there.

Rest well, and keep fighting. We are all watching over you.

xo+

Deb, sorry to hear about the pneumonia but, thrilled about remission. I'll be praying that the rest your body is getting with the induced coma will be all it needs to bounce back.

Deb's Family,hang in there! Prayers are continuing for you as well. I know first hand how difficult it is to be on the sidelines while someone you love so much is fighting so hard. May God grant you peace.

legs4mile

Thanks, Sis #1 for the update. Focusing on all of the wonderful news, and hoping that the other stuff turns around soon.

Hang in there, Deb!! Your Zoe loves you and so do so many others!!!

Sending tons of Love and Light from So.Cal.!!!!

I'm glad to see the update, too! I'm at the hospital working Monday and Tuesday this week and back after Christmas. I'm in her cell phone (Scofield) if you need anything! It may take a while to answer, if I'm scrubbed, but I will, eventually.

I hope Deb is doing better and the the pneumonia
has "left town"

Hey Deb,

Show'em what a moms love can overcome.

Sis #1,
Hi my name is Lisa Dijkman, I am mother to a sibling of Little Miss Zoe's, Kiara age 3. I live in the Houaton area and it is time for my donation again, I donate every quarter in thanks to Deb. Do you know if I can also donate at the blood bank and Insure it to Deb if that too would work?

Peeps-
Deb got the breathing tube removed this morning. Yay. She is very happy to get that out. She was awake with it in for a while and liked that not one bit.

She is making slow progress but progress. Keep up the prayers.

MDA Michelle-

She asked about you the other day. :)

Lisa D-

Go to the link in Deb's post if you want to donate for her. She gets more of a credit if you donate to an MD Anderson affiliate. I strongly recommend the Holly Hall location--easy to get in and out of and no paying for parking.

Thanks all for the support. It means a ton!
-Steph

Got tears right now thinking about you with the tube out , Deb. So glad, so glad. I have had a few quiet chuckles about Chuck Norris and Chemobama- hey- they DID IT! (with you, of course...without you and your strength, it would not be the same!)

You are in my thoughts and prayers, always. So much love and hugs from (VERY COLD- 1 degree right now- brrrrrrrr!) Illinois-
Love you, Deb, and of course the lovely bird-talker -

Illinois Deb

Thinking of you... I'm so glad to hear about the remission. Wow! Now that's super Chuck Norris strength if I ever saw it! Wishing you and your family lots of love during this holiday season and beyond. Wait... I don't have to "wish it." You already have it! : )

Strength and good vibes from Chicago!

Yay for removal of the tube!!!!! Way to go!

Sending tons of Love and Light your way, Deb!!!

Yay for removal of the tube!!!!! Way to go!

Sending tons of Love and Light your way, Deb!!!

I am glad to hear the good news.

Thrilled to hear of the fighting spirit of the Debu-Chickie! Keep it up, Girlfriend, we want to be spending summer fun with you and Zoe again. Christmas miracles abound and you're one of them! God bless you and your family in this very special time of the year. Lots of prayers and love are coming your way! Your good health is my Christmas wish! Love you,

Debs,

I'm sooo happy about your remission. You definitely channeled Chuck to kick some ass - hey I wonder if we could get him to donate you some blood? I hope you start feeling better soon. I know your bird talking Zkat needs you. Lots of love and lots and lots of prayers - you are definitely a Christmas miracle this holiday season! Christopher sends hugs and kisses too. I love you girlie and you are always in our prayers!

Just got the update regarding the tube removal. Yippee! Do those breathing exercises girlie. Yes, they suck big green ones but they are so good for you. Get Z one and you guys can compete. My prayers for you, your family and the crew at MDACC continue!

legs4miles

Fantastic news!

You are my Christmas miracle, Deb.

Love,
Skye

God
Is
Good.
Always.
Forever.
In
All
Circumstances.
Bless U, my Debu_Hero; keep fightin and know your internets have you tucked in their thoughts and prayers and hearts and minds and dreams and hopes and....

~Nita

I'm not a family member, but I just thought I'd address a question I have seen here. When you donate blood to Deb, she won't likely get your specific blood. All of the blood is screened for disease, tested for quality (enough of each type of cell), typed, and stored in the blood bank and used first-come-first-served. However, if you give Deb's info when you donate, she gets a financial *credit* for the blood. There are still administrative costs which will be billed to her insurance, but the donating blood greatly decreases the price of blood products. I don't know what they cost now, but 10 years ago when I was getting blood products, hospitals were charging about $300 per unit of whole blood, with platelets, white cells, and other specialized products being more expensive. I think that means Deb's treatment would have been less expensive if they'd replaced her blood with Dom Perignon. ;)

In my experience, you can always give blood so that she has that credit, even if she doesn't need the blood right this minute. She may need it later as Chemobama and Chuck Norris Chemo suppress her body's ability to make new blood cells. Moreover, SOMEONE needs that blood right now. Blood banks are ALWAYS desperate this time of year as people put off donating due to being short of time or out of town.

Blood is one of the few things we can't manufacture (well, so far). It has to be made by us and given out of good will. Just about anyone can donate it and it usually costs nothing but our time.

Even if Deb doesn't need your blood right now, SOMEONE does. And she's someone's mom, child, or friend. Deb will appreciate the gesture even if she doesn't get your blood.

Rachel Y.

all kinds of christmas awesome :)

xomox

I appreciate reading Rachel Y.'s post above. She is so right. (And the Dom Perignon thing made me giggle. Thanks!)

As a regular platelet donor, I appreciate her taking the time to give more information about it. Don't laugh, but I'm hoping to get out to Houston so that Deb gets credit for a donation of some sort. My local Red Cross can't do the credit from here. But, obviously, even if I can't get out there, I will still donate. You all should, too.

Sending tons of Love and Light your way!!!!

Deb, Deb, Deb!!!

(and Sis#1) Thanks for the continued updates. I am sitting here with the biggest smile on my face. Tube out, awesome! I am so proud of your strength. I will talk to you as soon as you are able. In the meantime, know that I stand next to you and you have my love. MIchelle Scofield

Keeping good thoughts for you! Keep fighting Deb!!!

Merry Christmas to you, and Zoe and everyone in your family. I am banking on you being our "christmas miracle".

God Bless You.

XO

Merry Christmas to Deb, Family, and all who come here. May all your wishes be granted and may you find the comfort of the season.

Merry Christmas, Deb, to you and to yours... I hope you and Zoe get some time together and that you continue on the path to healing... Love and Light!!!!!

Thinking of you, Deb, and wishing you and your family a peaceful holiday -- Merry Christmas!

Deb - you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as I spend Christmas with my own family - so much love to you!!!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Merry Christmas Debu and family!!!

YAYAY a Christmas Miracle my comment posted!!!

Deb, I will be giving blood as soon as I am off meds.

Also last night my Best Friend and I discussed joining Team in Training (I did a half for them before) in cycling in your honor. So keep fighting!!!!!

My thoughts are with you all, during the holiday season.

Merry Christmas, beautiful Deb.

L,
Skye
xo+

thinking of you and Zoe ... merry Christmas!

The internets are continuing their work for you, channelling Chuck and reminding him that he needs to be working on the lungs too (he's all brawn, but sometimes the brain needs some assistance...). Best wishes to you all for a brighter New Year. Pixi

Praying each day finds you a bit strong. I hope Zoe is still "hanging with you".

Praying each day finds you a bit stronger. I hope Zoe is still "hanging with you".

Hey Peeps,
Thanks for the Christmas greetings. I am with Deb and she is resting comfortably. Lots of family in town to be with her. :)

Best thing to get her to rest? Put on the show, "What Not To Wear" on TLC. Stacy and Clinton make her feel good.

She is having a very hard time now. One of her lungs is very full of fluid and they are having a hard time clearing it.

Lots of prayers for the recovery of her lungs and for her continuing comfort.

You guys are the best,
Steph

Deb,
I hope you begin feeling better soon. Get that fluid out of your lungs!!!

And what not to wear is so funny - mostly because I should be on the show - with my casual wear and not caring attitude, lol.

HUGS!!

Missy

Just checking in. Hope things turn around for you quickly!

legs4miles

Dear Lungs,

Please clear yourself of fluid, STAT!

(And) please pass on my love to Deb and Steph and their fabulous family, who are showing so much strength and spirit at this most difficult and challenging time.

Thank you!

Skye xo+

Mile 27 of my 32-mile UltraMarathon was pretty tough today...

Know what got me through??? Thoughts of you, Deb. Knowing that what you're getting through is so much harder than a marathon (ultra or otherwise.)... And that really helped me to push through that tough spot.

I believe in you. Push through this lung-thing.

Sending so much Love and Light your way, Deb!!!!

Thanks for the update Sis #1. Praying the fluid
leaves the lung ASAP. Sis # 1-you can tell you are her sister-funny comment about the TV show.

Now if you could find a program on TV that would get rid of the fluid in her lung. You would be a rock star, genius, and a whole lot of other things. :)

So glad family is loving on Deb, she is so very special.

This thread gives me strength and I pour strength into it. Deb and Deb's Family! You are loved! Michelle Scofield.

Funny thing tonight. I am dying my hair brown (was orangeish for the holidays) and Serif (my three year old) told me "daddy is going to be sad. He doesn't like brown". I asked what he liked and she said "he wants your hair blue."

The things kids say.

Hi Deb, I am thinking and praying for you always. I know you can do this...come lungs get better.

Sending you Love and Hugs!

Prayers and hope will never stop for you and your family. {{{{{{{big hug}}}}}}}}}}}}

A day does not go by that I don't stop several times and say a prayer for Deb, Zoe and everyone
she loves.

I think God is watching over Deb. All these prayers, and all the goodness in Deb, I hope
he is working overtime for her!

You're never far from my thoughts, Deb...

Today, I took my son to the museum with my best friend's husband and their son (we tend to be the ones who take the boys to the museums and stuff...)

We stopped at the candy store after telling the boys we were just looking (it was a candy store that made candy "bouquets", which looked interesting) and that we weren't buying anything.

When the lady asked if she could help us, the boys answered, "Oh, we're not buying anything!" The lady said, "Oh, did your mom and dad tell you that before you came in??"

My son replied, "His mom's not here and my dad's not here!"

Their son answered, "My mom's at home resting."

I wonder what that poor lady thought of our story?!?!?

Love and Light!!!!

I think of Deb every day and hope she is getting better. We want her back up and about, and nimble fingered so she can get back on line and entertain us ASAP!

I think of Deb every day and hope she is getting better. We want her back up and about, and nimble fingered so she can get back on line and entertain us ASAP!

Glad to read that Deb is showing some improvement. She, Zoe and all of the family are never far from my thoughts. God bless and keep you all.

thinking of you, deb and fam.

Sending good thoughts and prayers to Deb and family. Today is a beautiful day. I hope Deb gets to feel sunshine on her face very soon.

Very glad to read that Deb is doing better.
Deb, Zoe, sis 1,2,3, of course bro 1, and the parents for this wonderful group of siblings are in my thoughts and prayers.
Can't wait to read her next blog ;o)

Here's hoping 2008 ends with continual healing and that 2009 is a wonderful year for you and yours, Deb!!! Love and Light!!!

Happy New Year to each and every one of you! Special prayers for everyone of prosperity, good health and happiness. Healing prayers for Deb and prayers of comfort for the whole family. Always in our thoughts, be well soon! Love you dearly,

Deb,
Tomorrow begins 2009. Leave 2008 and the bad health behind. 2009 is going to better, for everyone.

It's two thousand nine
time to kick some cancer ass
survivor always

Happy New Year Deb, Zoe, and all of the Deb-U-family.

You are all in my prayers every.single.day.

Much love from Illinois-

Illinois Deb

Wishing Deb, her family and friends, and all of us who hold her close to our hearts and in our thoughts - a wonderfilled 2009.

Happy-Happy!

S. xo+

Happy New Year to Deb, Zoe, and all of the family.
Praying 2009 is the year of the Deb.

All my love!

Happy New Year! My family is thinking about you and praying for your good health in 2009.

Thinking of you, Deb!!! Hope you're healing!!! Love you!!!

Hey Deb & family-

Thinking about you so much, and sending prayers, hugs and good thoughts your way every day.

Was listening to the Dennis Miller Show on the radio yesterday, and he interviewed Chuck Norris-all I could think of was "Chuck, you better send your good vibes to Deb!".

Love to all of you-
Illinois Deb

Deb and family, prayers continuing. Hope things are going well and that Deb is sleeping in her own bed soon! I pray 2009 brings good health and many laughs!

legs4miles

I hope the lung "thing" is clearing up or better yet gone. We all miss you and your humor.

Praying today is a good day for you.

Hey, I haven't been posting much here because there really isn't any new news. Deb is still in the ICU and is still having issues with her lungs. Things aren't getting worse, but they are very slowly getting better. Baby steps.

Thanks for all your love and support. She likes to hear the comments read to her. (It is hard for her to read because she is wearing a huge mask that makes her glasses not really fit right. She puts them on over the mask to watch TV, but that isn't ideal either.)

-Steph

Hi Deb - you have to have sis take a picture of you with your glasses over your mask - I know that WHEN you are 100% well you'll get a chuckle out of it just like the granny can. :-))))
I think of you and stop to pray everyday and am so encouraged to hear you are improving. I have a good feeling that those baby steps will turn in to a full fledge RUN very soon.
Great big hugs

Thanks, Sis#1 for the update. Glad to hear that things are slowly improving. We are praying for you Deb, every single day.

I laughed out loud about "baby steps". I'm a psychologist, and one of my favorite movies is "What About Bob?", where "baby steps" is a main theme. Many good laughs in that movie. My best friend for over 25 years, also a psychologist and professor, uses that movie in her psych 101 class.

You know what they say about humor being a positive force for healing...i'm thinking maybe rent this for our dear Deb-U?? Gotta love Bill Murray.

All the best-
Illinois Deb

Thank you for the update. So glad to hear she is improving, regardless of how many baby steps it takes.

Deb, we are sending prayers. We need your witty blogging soon :-)

Baby steps lead to great things.

Hang in there, brave one.

Love,
Skye xo+

Deb,

Wearing the glasses over the mask to watch some TV, eh? Proof positive that you can't keep a pop culture junkie down. Just remind your lungs whose the boss of this outfit and that they need to get with the program.

I hope that made you grin a wee bit under your mask. You're in my prayers as always.

Patrick

Baby steps are good... One at a time, Deb!!! Love you!!!!

New Year, new steps, any step is a welcome sign.

Thanks Sis for the update---lovely visual you gave us :)

Hey Deb,
I haven't commented before, but I check this blog daily to see how you're doing. You're in my thoughts and in my prayers. Your life has meaning and purpose to a whole raft of people. Just reading about your contortions with your glasses brightens your readers' day. For many of us, you exemplify courage and determination. Hang in there during this awful struggle, my dear friend.
Collins

Hey Deb,
Just checking in. Baby steps are a good thing; they will get you where you need to be.You're always in my prayers.
Cami

Hey Deb -

It's been quite awhile & I've been thinking of you! My prayers are with you, Zoe & the rest of your family. Hang in there through your struggle. Big Hugs!
Lisa

Hi Deb. I am still hoping and praying for the best for you. As i said before...i can understand you better than most people because i have the same exact type of Leukemia as you.
..I know the nightmare we went through. I'm pretty sick as i write this letter. I've been having fever and my GvH has gotten bad...
...Lets stay strong mentally and beat this terrible disease. Physically...it is beating us up. Mentally...lets win.....

First to Steph-

Thanks for the phone calls keeping me up to date. I really appreciate knowing what's going on. She has a lot of prayers coming from her Seattle peeps.

For Deb, here is a little something to cheer you up (or mess you up, because I am sure you will get a visual on this)...I just spent the weekend with Shu in San Diego. It started with him waving his meat in my face at the Sea-Tac airport and went downhill from there (okay, it was a bag of jerky, but I stilled tried to call and leave a message because I knew it would crack you up!). And yes, we shared a room together. He even left to get coffee for about 40 minutes one morning in your honor .

We lifted a glass to you at a little outdoor cantina in Tijuana, and then another, and another...you HAVE to get better now, because we both damn near ruined our own health drinking to yours!

And I thought about how much you would have loved the snow the last couple of weeks. It kept coming and coming and piling up and all I could think was, "Boy, Deb would be in hog heaven with all of this snow!" I heard it was our whitest Christmas since 1861.

Oh, and Shu and I ended up meeting at the airport with Hilgy too...don't think you weren't the topic of conversation THAT day!!

Anyways, your Seattle posse sends their best wishes for a speedy recovery. Besos!

Hugs and prayers to you Debu_hero. I am patiently waiting for you to give us all our next assignment. I am posting every so often, but thinking of you several times a day. Take your baby steps and maybe a few large ones too while your at it! :}

Thinking thoughts, praying prayers, and sending love!

S. xo+

Love U Deb- as well as the Zoester, and the rest of the Debu-U family.

Tim- your comment was awesome. Besos back to you!

Much love from Illinois-

Illinois Deb

Checking in with you every day and sending prayers and healing thoughts your direction. Missing your hilarious banter! Love you,

I need an address so I can send your amazing self a cd :)!!!!! You did, after all, inspire a song!!!
Love to you, dearest Deb!!!!!
xoxoxo,
Allison

Miss you, miss your humor, get better soon, the prayers are going strong.

XO

Sending prayers still. Hope they are working.

Hi Deb, just doing my daily check in so see if there is an update. I know you are kicking some ass. Love to you and all you Wonderful Family.

Keep healing, Deb!

Love and Light!!!!

I'm sending up prayers daily for your healing and restoration, Debby! Please soak up all the love that's being sent out for you and rest so your energy and effort will be directed toward healing!

{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Love, actually!

S. xo+

Deb,

Just checking in to let you know that you, Zoe, and your family are ever in my prayers.

Patrick

Deb/Deb's Family, just saw a post on the HC website. Please know that prayers for you all and the doctors continue. My God reach His healing hands down to comfort and mend your body. May He guide the doctors in their quest. May He hold your family close and may they gather strength from Him.

legs4miles

Anyone? Any news? What's going on with Deb? Sis #1? Can you please update us?

Just checking in for an update... Hope all is going well, no matter how slowly... Sending tons of Love and Light your way, Deb and Co.!!!

Internets - I got this from sis #2's blog/site:

Jan 10th:

They have her all doped up on Ativan... making her sleep constantly... also making her dizzy... her eyes are yellow (liver)... her kidneys are not working that well either... and well her breathing (sigh)... her skin is red and blotchy - it wasn't last night... and the few moments she was awake she said her stomach ached - more morphine... worry that her leukemia is getting worse.

UPDATE: 1/11 9:00AM.... Deb's heart stopped this morning sometime between 6-8 am. They performed CPR and intubated her.

from today 1/12:
Deb's so sick... I think that the doctor's are clueless... they moved her in an isolation room... talking of Tuberculosis, fungal infections... they don't really know...

Sorry the news is not better but she is strong and a fighter and will make it through this - please keep sending her healing light and love!

And of course, keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

d

Oh no, no, no.

Hang in there, brave one.

Please. Please.

xo+ always.

I'm thinking many healing thoughts her way. She's come so far and she still has a lot of loving and living to do.

Sending so much L&L!!! Thank you, Dione, for the update... Please check your email, too... Love and Light, Deb!!! Love and Light!!!!

Oh dear, that's not the update I was hoping for. She is in my thoughts all the time. Hang in there Deb!

Dear Deb,

I'm right here fighting with you in my mind. So when it all gets to be just too much, do me a favor and mentally pass it on to me, ok? I have enough healthy immune system for the both of us, and I'd happily share. So just imagine the feeling of healthiness washing over you. Visualize health and well being, and visualize all of us pulling for you and passing our healing strength along to you!!

-C'est

Does anyone have the link to Sis #1's blog so that we can be updated on Deb without her family having to do anything extra to keep us in the loop? I've lurked, prayed, laughed/cried and sporatically commented for the last 2 or more years...Come on Deb-- if anyone can rally and overcome this, it's YOU.

sis #1 blogs on her flickr account. her flickr id is whidbychick.

Anon, how do you find the Sis 1 blog? I searched the id you wrote down in flickr, but could not find her blog. More directions pls.

I've been watching for updates, and this last one is so scary. I don't pray, but I will keep Deb, Zoe, and the family in my thoughts.

Oh gosh, this news is just awful. Having followed Deb's site for so long, I know that she is driven to get well for her Zoe bird talker. Please let her get better!

Deb,

My prayers and thoughts continue for you and your family. You CAN do this.

Hi everyone - I found Sis#2's blog on Flickr by googling a snippet of her update ("talking of Tuberculosis, fungal infections... they don't really know"). Deb and family, the internets are with you. Prayers will never stop.

I don't know what to say. I wish I could un-read those words and make it not be true that Deb is in dire straits.

I pray/hope that you will come through this trial unscathed.

Thanks, RebedcaG for the tip- I was able to find her Flickr account.

Deb and family, so many prayers and virtual hugs and warm loving thoughts sent your way.

My heart and thoughts are with you all-

Illinois Deb

I have had Deb in my heart and on my mind all day today (and yesterday, the day before...etc..)

I am praying that Deb's heart will be filled with love and that she and her family will know how much the internets care about her. I'm humbled to think of how strong Deb is and I'm hoping beyond hope that she'll be the miracle of the day and kick this set of obstacles all the way to the curb of the universe.

{{{{{{Deb}}}}}}

Hey, Debutaunt. Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you.

Much love to you Deb and Zoe...so many prayers are going up for you and your family. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

I'm skulking around this thread and the Flickr blog, oh, let's say lots of times per day. Blessings and power and peace and healing energy to you and your loved ones. And many thanks to Sis#2 for the updates. It's so kind of you to keep Deb's Internets updated.

I'm giggling at Monica's comment because I'm doing the same thing!! I pretty much have the browsers minimized and refresh them every time I can find an excuse to go to my desk in my classroom. LOL!

Sending Love and Light to Deb and Zoe, and the whole family... And to the internets... For keeping us updated. Thank you!!! Be well!

Sending much love, and hoping the doctors can find the best treatments. Keep strong, Deb, and I'm willing strength to the Debufamily too.

I am the same way. I am waiting for my work to monitor my internet usage and be like "who is the deb chick". Actually, I would love for them to ask then I could tell them about this amazing woman.

KEEP FIGHTING DEB.

praying so hard for you, Deb.
You and the lovely bird talker are in my heart.

Love-
Illinois Deb

Deb -

I'm praying hard for you and Zoe and your whole, big wonderful family.

Deb -

I'm praying hard for you and Zoe and your whole, big wonderful family.

Deb -

I'm praying hard for you and Zoe and your whole, big wonderful family.

Deb -
I'm one of those lurkers who always reads, never comments but felt compelled to tonight. Your story and struggle have been heavy on my heart for so long and I just wanted to let you know that I am one more stranger who is thinking of and praying for you every day. I hope you can feel the power of all of our love and prayers and use that strength to fight and kick this illness's butt!

All my love to Deb, Zoe, the fabulous sisters and brother, Deb's Mum and Dad, all her friends and loved ones, and the wonderful Internets who are keeping her in their hearts and always in their thoughts.

You can do this, Deb. You truly can.

Chuck N. will be asking YOU for advice and to spill the beans about your super-ness, when this is all over. Just you wait and see.

S. xo+

Sending much love out to you Debutant and to Zoe and the rest of your family. Purple Hugs my dear! Love you!

Sending a nice back rub your way Deb. The kind like Aunt J and Aunt I give when you are troubled.

Visualizing a nice steamy sauna sent your way to help unclog your lungs and a nice bowl of homemade soup to fill your body full of nutrients to give you "Vitality". Hmmm starting to sound like Jack La Lane.

Hugs

EV

Hugs, Deb.

Hugs and prayers...to you, Zoe and your whole family.

Love,
Illinois Deb

And Deb- let me add one thing...

You are my (s)hero. We have never met (yet!), but I have been following you for years. Your strength, your humor, your honesty, your introspectiveness (uh- is that a word? spell check says no!), your love for your beautiful daughter and your family...you are what everyone in this world should strive to be.

Much love and prayers from Illinois-

Illinois Deb

Hang in there Deb. I am praying for you and your family and send you my loving thoughts.

Emiliano

Deb. I.Love.You.

MDA Michelle

One of the UK internets checking in again, with lots of good wishes. I had my mum explain about Chuck Norris today, so I'm a bit clearer on what I'm trying to channel now when I send my best Chuckfullness to you. Upandatem Chuck, and much love to Deb and the Debufamily. We're doing our best to surround you with good thoughts - hope you can feel 'em.

Just saw the update on the Flickr blog. Fight on, Deb! You SO can do this! The Internets are all rooting for you.

In addition to all my prayers-I am starting to mentally visualize the DEB--beating this crap.

I love you.

Love U Deb...and the Zoester, and the whole amazing Debu-family.

Nuthin' else..just love u all..

Illinois Deb

I was sorry to hear you had a rough night, Deb. It must be tough to deal with all the tubes and such... Please try to keep remembering that you are so loved by so many. Love and Light!!!!!

Still here in UK,rootin.............

Hugs, Prayers, Good Vibes, all being sent to you.

Gazillions of hugs Deb. I'm checking in a couple times a day to see how you're doing. I just want you to know I think of you often and I'm sending you all the good mojo I can. :)

Just saw the update on Sis #2's blog. So many loving thoughts are coming your way, Deb... Love and Light to you, Zoe, and the entire DebuCrew... Including those docs. Fo sho. Love and Light!!!!!

Delurking to say I'm thinking of you and your family.Please hang in there.

I'm so sorry to hear about the intubation merry-go-round. I hope that through all of this, they've been able to keep her leukemia under control. Pneumonia is the pits, but it can be treated. I'll keep hoping and wishing that she hangs on and fights her way through this. Sis, give her a hug for me. I'm thinking of her all the time and I'm keeping my fingers crossed we get good news soon.

Thinkin' warm loving thoughts, and sending many, many prayers. Please remember Deb- you are MY (s)hero-(Remember,you once told me that I was your (s)hero- it is now YOUR turn.

Much love to you, the lovely bird talker, and all of the Deb-U family.

Hugs, prayers and constant thoughts from Illinois.

Illinois Deb

Love and Love and Love.

xo+

Loving you Deb. Praying with all my might. I will be vigilant.

Hi friends,

I am with Deb now. She is awake and watching the Obama inauguration with me. She can't talk right now because of the breathing tube in her mouth, but she wants to let you know that she loves you guys, and misses you and wishes that she could write something down.

Thank you all for your prayers, your comments and for those who have been able to provide financial help. Deb used to send thank you notes when she was able, but know that it means a ton to our entire family.

-Steph

Strange, isn't it, I'm watching it too here in Windsor, UK, but thought I'd just check up again for the gazillionth time! Just think, people all over the world get up in the morning, get in to work or come in from work and check on Deb! Keep going! There are lot of peeps out here rooting for all of you.

Checking in every day. Praying hard every day. Know that all of you are in my prayers and only wishing the very best for all of you. Fight hard, Deb, we all need you and love you!

As Marcia says, we're checking in on you from all over the world. I'm in the UK too - up a bit and left a bit from Marcia - and sending you lots of healing wishes. You'd be amazed how many of us are thinking of you. Keep strong.

Deb I continue to pray for you and zoe and the family. We lifted you up in prayer last night at my sginle bible study and we all prayed for your strength and health. We also prayed for continued Zoe that she would feel surrounded by love during this scary time. You are a blessing, and just keep fighting friend!

Hi Deb,

I just want you to know I'm still thinking of you and praying for you daily. Your strength is amazing. If ever I went into battle I would want you by my side. To heck with Chuck Norris! Your the strongest person I know.

Hi Debbie. I hope your pneumomia is doing better. I just got out of the hospital after 10 days myself for a pneumonia in both lungs and high fever..I feel for you. I kept seeking God's help in prayer. Stay strong...keep the faith...
I will continue to pray that our creator and savior will watch over you and bless you.
..We're all in God's hand...I will continue to pray for our spirutual health and physical health.

to quote obama "yes we can". and I will add "yes we will win the battle". We pray for you daily, and I miss you. (selfish me). Big hugs for you and everyone you love. Esp little Zoe.

Deb,

I thought of you yesterday while I was half watching the coverage of all that came before the inauguration oath/speech/celebration and half getting ready for work. I wondered if you were awake and watching, or snoozing. I figured if you were snoozing, you'd be ticked later to realize you missed it, so I'm glad you weren't. :)

I haven't forgotten you, love. I haven't stopped well-wishing or praying or crying at good news and bad. I'm still here for you, Deb, still sure that your strength of character, strength of bond to Zoe and all your family, strength of sheer numbers of people from *everywhere* rooting and praying for you will get you through. I just wish with all my might that it was all getting you through much, much faster.

There isn't much I can say that hasn't been said a thousand times in the comments to this post alone. I just wanted you to know I'm still here, on the sidelines, cheering my heart out for you. I will never stop.

Get well, Debutaunt. If you're low on strength to fight with, you can have some of mine. I'll send you a little every day - you'll find it floating on the wind straight to you, projected from the kiss I blow in your direction at the end of every prayer.

Gypsy

Hi Deb,
We moved last weekend (still in Charleston, SC), and I finally have my internet again. I was devastated to hear about your rough go with the pneumonia. I am so glad to hear that you are doing better. I keep you and your family in my daily prayers and now will add my strength as well to help you continue to fight! Hang in there girl!
Cami

You kick ass. :)

You're a champ, Deb!

Those baby steps are achieving giant things.

Keep on keeping on, brave girl.

We are with you, from all corners of the world.

Love, hugs, and positives-
Skye

Hi Deb,

I'm so glad that you are doing better. Keep getting stronger, my strength is yours. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Emiliano

Deb,

I haven't sent a message in a while, but I want you to know that it doesn't mean I am not checking on you daily! I love you sooooo much and I love your entire family with all my heart!

I remember so many great times while you and your family visited us in Minnesota way back when. In fact, Sis #1 comes to mind with pancakes! She can email me for details.

I also remember the wonderful summer I spent in Virginia when you were kids. I was staying between your house and and Aunt Joyce and Uncle Curt's for the entire summer when I was a young teen. Do you remember that? We swam alot and had a blast together. It was so cool that you had a pool back then- coming from the midwest,that was unheard of...

My son, Devan, wanted to tell you hello! He is the same age as Zoe. He was a surprise at our age! Nicky, Jayme and Randi are all in their 20's and have a little brother. I remember we exchanged emails on that and you have sent me pics of Zoe. I love them! You will be happy to know that I have a frame with a pic of you and Zoe on my desk. There is one of you that I took off your blog where you look especially great with your hair falling over one eye and your head tossed back. Zoe is looking down doing something- WAY GREAT PICS! I often get asked "who are they?". I am proud to say- my beautiful cousin and her beautiful daughter!

Love your pics Sis #2. I took the pic of the flowers over the eyes and made it the backgound on my computer- you know the one. You are a gifted photographer. Sis #1- Too cool with the football blog. You know your stuff!

Love to your mother and father too!

Thinking of you so often~

Cousin Theresa

Deb,

I haven't sent a message in a while, but I want you to know that it doesn't mean I am not checking on you daily! I love you sooooo much and I love your entire family with all my heart!

I remember so many great times while you and your family visited us in Minnesota way back when. In fact, Sis #1 comes to mind with pancakes! She can email me for details.

I also remember the wonderful summer I spent in Virginia when you were kids. I was staying between your house and and Aunt Joyce and Uncle Curt's for the entire summer when I was a young teen. Do you remember that? We swam alot and had a blast together. It was so cool that you had a pool back then- coming from the midwest,that was unheard of...

My son, Devan, wanted to tell you hello! He is the same age as Zoe. He was a surprise at our age! Nicky, Jayme and Randi are all in their 20's and have a little brother. I remember we exchanged emails on that and you have sent me pics of Zoe. I love them! You will be happy to know that I have a frame with a pic of you and Zoe on my desk. There is one of you that I took off your blog where you look especially great with your hair falling over one eye and your head tossed back. Zoe is looking down doing something- WAY GREAT PICS! I often get asked "who are they?". I am proud to say- my beautiful cousin and her beautiful daughter!

Love your pics Sis #2. I took the pic of the flowers over the eyes and made it the backgound on my computer- you know the one. You are a gifted photographer. Sis #1- Too cool with the football blog. You know your stuff!

Love to your mother and father too!

Thinking of you so often~

Cousin Theresa

You continue to amaze me..that is because you are simply amazing. I love you my friend...keep up the great fight! You rock!

I ( like so many) have set aside time every day to dedicate to 'seeing' you strong and full of vitality. I am amazed and awed by your spirit - you touch so many people :)

So when you get to getting better and moving around town you know that we have to get together not just for us but the girls. I check on you ALL the time work, home, phone in the car. You are in mine and my families thoughts every day. I email or call my mom to give her updates or ask silly questions about your recovery.

Many thanks to Sis #1 and #2. I have mastered the world of Blogs because you both. ;O)

With much love and thought
Lisa, Payton and Kiara

So when you get to getting better and moving around town you know that we have to get together not just for us but the girls. I check on you ALL the time work, home, phone in the car. You are in mine and my families thoughts every day. I email or call my mom to give her updates or ask silly questions about your recovery.

Many thanks to Sis #1 and #2. I have mastered the world of Blogs because you both. ;O)

With much love and thought
Lisa, Payton and Kiara

So when you get to getting better and moving around town you know that we have to get together not just for us but the girls. I check on you ALL the time work, home, phone in the car. You are in mine and my families thoughts every day. I email or call my mom to give her updates or ask silly questions about your recovery.

Many thanks to Sis #1 and #2. I have mastered the world of Blogs because you both. ;O)

With much love and thought
Lisa, Payton and Kiara

Deb and family,

Just a quick note to let y'all know that you remain in my prayers. You're tougher than a 50 cent steak...in a good way. A really, really good way.

Patrick

Still praying for your continued improvement, Deb! I hope today brought good progress and that you're on your way to better days!

{{{{{Deb}}}}}

And I'm keeping Zoe and the whole DebuFamily in my prayers, too, and saying many 'thanks' for your sisters and their efforts to be there for you and to keep the internets up to date on what kind of good thoughts and prayers you might need.

Dear Deb,

I am beyond thrilled for you all, to hear of these positive leaps you are making. You are truly a remarkable woman, and your strength and tenacity is a lesson to us all.

Much love to you!

Skye xo+

Keep doing the "getting better" thing, all right, lady?!? You kick ass on a daily (hourly!) basis, and I love that about you!!!

Keep getting healthier every day. You are so loved by so many!

Sending tons of Love and Light your way! Wearing your photo on my back during my race on Sunday (The caption reads "Fork Cancer!" and I'll be wearing forks on my head!)...

L&L to Zoe and the entire DebuCrew!!!

I have been following your progress on your sister's flickr account. I am so so glad the tube is out. I am so glad your liver function is improving and you are kicking cancer's ass once again. You don't know me, but I think about you every day, at least once a day and hope and cheer you on, virtually. Best wishes Deb, keep getting better.

Dearest Deb-
So many prayers and cyber-hugs from Illinois. My whole family (3 kids and spouses, and three grand-daughters...) are praying for you daily. We delight in good news, and pray more fervently when things are not going as well.
You can do it- YES YOU CAN!!

We miss you!

Love from-

Illinois Deb and family

Leaving in a few minutes to go take on 13.1 miles at the Surf City Marathon... I've got a picture of you on my back, and will be sending you a medal when I finish...

Love and Light to you and Zoe and the entire DebuCrew!!!

Just caught the latest update on Sis#2's blog. Deb, you are just fighting so hard; I do wish you could get a break and have some better times. There are lots of us checking in regularly - even if we don't post, we are still out here, still watching out for you, and still surrounding you with good thoughts. Greetings from a snowy UK, and many, many good wishes to you and the Debufamily.

Just caught the latest update on Sis#2's blog. Deb, you are just fighting so hard; I do wish you could get a break and have some better times. There are lots of us checking in regularly - even if we don't post, we are still out here, still watching out for you, and still surrounding you with good thoughts. Greetings from a snowy UK, and many, many good wishes to you and the Debufamily.

Just caught the latest update on Sis#2's blog. Deb, you are just fighting so hard; I do wish you could get a break and have some better times. There are lots of us checking in regularly - even if we don't post, we are still out here, still watching out for you, and still surrounding you with good thoughts. Greetings from a snowy UK, and many, many good wishes to you and the Debufamily.

Sorry about the multiple posting - my whole system went splat on me.

Ha ha, you triple post and my last one never showed at all!

I continue to keep Deb in my thoughts daily and am so happy to hear she is making some baby steps towards getting better. Sis #1 or 2, can you share with us how Zoe is doing?

Praying for you Deb, you are strong, keep fighting!! You have so many people pulling for you!! I don't know you but I've followed your blog for 2-3 years now. I'm always thinking of you and praying for your full recovery! Prayers for all of your loving family also!! Don't give up!!

Praying for you Deb, you are strong, keep fighting!! You have so many people pulling for you!! I don't know you but I've followed your blog for 2-3 years now. I'm always thinking of you and praying for your full recovery! Prayers for all of your loving family also!! Don't give up!!

I heard the latest just after crossing the finish line... You deserve some peace and healing. These are what I'm wishing for you, Deb... Love and Light!!! (I'm sending you the medal and the photo I wore today.)

I love you!

I have been reading your blog and hoping you are improving. Since I don't know you or your Sis's I don't read their blogs. PLEASE update us here on your progress.

Hang in there.

A lurker.

Dianne

Could someone please post the sister's blog link so we can keep up with Deb's progress? Thanks

Dianne ~ Deb had a heart attack last night.

According to Sis #2: "Deb's okay. Back on ventilator. But wrote out this... "God loves me". And she asked me to pray for one of the nurse assistants in her room because he was very sad."

Of course Deb is asking for prayers for someone else! LOL!

Love and Light to everybody reading this... Just pass it along to Deb!!!

Prayers and thoughts Deb...

Can't someone possibly give those of us who don't have the web address for Sis 1 or Sis 2's blog share it so that we can all stay up to date on Deb's condition? My thoughts are with her family...Deb is a fighter...she has a lot to fight for...keep praying, keep fighting! We are all surrounding you with love and light!

Prayers and thoughts Deb...

Can't someone possibly give those of us who don't have the web address for Sis 1 or Sis 2's blog share it so that we can all stay up to date on Deb's condition? My thoughts are with her family...Deb is a fighter...she has a lot to fight for...keep praying, keep fighting! We are all surrounding you with love and light!

Prayers and thoughts Deb...

Can't someone possibly give those of us who don't have the web address for Sis 1 or Sis 2's blog share it so that we can all stay up to date on Deb's condition? My thoughts are with her family...Deb is a fighter...she has a lot to fight for...keep praying, keep fighting! We are all surrounding you with love and light!

Prayers and thoughts Deb...

Can't someone possibly give those of us who don't have the web address for Sis 1 or Sis 2's blog share it so that we can all stay up to date on Deb's condition? My thoughts are with her family...Deb is a fighter...she has a lot to fight for...keep praying, keep fighting! We are all surrounding you with love and light!

Hang in there Deb. We are all praying for you. Sending many positive thoughts and energy your way.

Emiliano

Martha, look at http://www.flickr.com/photos/whidbychick/

Martha, I have tried twice to provide the link to her sister's blog and both times my comment is "held for review" or something and won't post. Maybe because the hyperlink messes up the comment or something. I'm sorry that I can't find a way to direct you to the blog so you can stay current with fabu-Debu's condition.

Deb,

Sonofa....I've met some tough folks in my time in the military but I don't know if I've ever come across anyone so tough that they has a heart attack and then prays for the nurses taking care of them. I think that's a first. There's some serious angels stirring your pot, Deb, some six degree black belt badass angels. I'm going to say another quick prayer that they stick around with you for a while.

You are always in my prayers, dear Deb.

Patrick

Still sending best vibes over from the UK.
Martha, Sis#2 writes updates on her Flickr. Her handle is Whidbychick.

Here's Debt's sister's Flickr account where you can all get daily updates.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/whidbychick/

I am trying to post this for everyone to check on Deb I hope this works....

flickr.com/photos/whidbychick

She does a wornderful job of keeping everyone here updated.

Deb,

I think of you often and check in on this site as well as Sis#2's Flickr site. Wish my photos looked that good.

Will continue to pray for you to regain your strength and get back on your feet. You can and you must.

Hugs,

EV

Hey Deb and Family,
Just checking in again.With all my years as a Nurse Practitioner,a breakdown in communication is probably the MOST FRUSTRATING and anger provoking experience between the patient, family, and medical staff. I can ONLY imagine what you guys are going through. It is hard to keep everyone on the same gameplan when it seems to change frequently. The only thing I can offer is to keep repeating Deb's plan and thoughts to everyone over and over. Gosh how I wish I could do more for you and your family. Continuing to send my thoughts and prayers from all your friends in South Carolina.
Cami

the only game plan is god's and deb's.

you are forever in my thoughts and prayers.

XO

So glad to hear your getting better. Your amazing!

Deb, I cannot wait to read an update from you. We miss your humor. We love you and will continue to send prayers.

Eagerly awaiting your return :) You ARE amazing.

Per Sis#2 on Flickr: a texting Debu!!! I'm so pleased to hear that you are on the mend, and am looking forward to your return. Still sending all those good wishes.

Deb-

You are incredibly wonderfully awesome, and your warrior spirit has taught me more than you could ever believe.

Much love,
Skye xo+