tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post1449238157522175439..comments2023-05-07T06:47:51.402-06:00Comments on Val's Altered HeART Journey: Belated post -- not about art but about lifeVal Fosterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559447123029042457noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-91767852707610292722010-04-02T04:24:08.979-06:002010-04-02T04:24:08.979-06:00Prayers and hugs to you. I wish you the best for ...Prayers and hugs to you. I wish you the best for a full recovery and for hope and strength while you are going through all this.Beachstudiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00897038373187641741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-50097544692160915752010-03-18T20:32:53.810-06:002010-03-18T20:32:53.810-06:00I'm sending you a prayer from the city of Wash...I'm sending you a prayer from the city of Washington, D.C. It's the first time I've been to your blog, just looking for tips on using caulking in art, and this post was the one that caught my eye, of course. I hope the best for you! Stay positive and remember that there are many people who are pulling for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-22207478350433715092010-03-17T17:15:46.206-06:002010-03-17T17:15:46.206-06:00Thinking about you my friend.. I am sending positi...Thinking about you my friend.. I am sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.. <br /><br />(((Great Big Hugs)))<br />Kristal<br />Altered Art of Vision and Dreams yahoo group~~Kristal~~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07795310122704674913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-66933886749062707262010-03-13T12:54:40.216-07:002010-03-13T12:54:40.216-07:00My dear craft artist sister. I was checking on the...My dear craft artist sister. I was checking on the blogs I have listed on my attempt at crafting and blogging and just read about your recent health adventures. I say adventure becuase I have faith that God's will for you is going to be a successful venture, ONE DAY at a TIME, in healing that you will be excited to share with all of us to give us a good example to follow. I will keep you on my list becuase I know you will be back one day with new and exciting things to share with all of us!Peggy Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17689111326869479192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-42998944005879873522010-03-12T10:45:18.295-07:002010-03-12T10:45:18.295-07:00just saw this.. praying for you right now.. hugs.P...just saw this.. praying for you right now.. hugs.Pxparu's_circlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454632580006210791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-39414635044734033682010-03-06T13:44:47.043-07:002010-03-06T13:44:47.043-07:00Val,
I'm so sorry about your diagnosis but I&...Val,<br /><br />I'm so sorry about your diagnosis but I'm glad to see you are improving. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. And I hope Medicaid will kick in soon.<br /><br />God bless,<br /><br />MichaelaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-54803073510724576832010-02-27T21:01:42.002-07:002010-02-27T21:01:42.002-07:00I wanted to let you know that I am praying for you...I wanted to let you know that I am praying for you. I know that this is not any easy thing to go through and I hope that you find strength is His Word. In the meantime, please know that we are all thinkg of you. Love DeniseDenisehttp://www.denisekingdesigns.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-48134932850424685652010-02-26T19:19:14.466-07:002010-02-26T19:19:14.466-07:00Val I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I ...Val I am so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I missed your first email about it. My friend Nick was just diagnosed with almost the exact same type of cancer. I swear so many people I love have been newly diagnosed in only this past very month. Seems like the whole world is getting cancer. I hate cancer, but like you I love the Lord. If it wasn't for Jesus how could anyone go through such things? I pray for you my friend tht God lifts you up with faith and joy. That you find new miracles even through this on a daily basis. That you learn whatever new lessons He requires of you. This life is but a blink of an eye and then comes eternity. Pain is temporary, easy for me to say I don't have cancer right! But I still believe it all. It's ok to have doubts and sometimes even be angry or sad. God is a big guy and He can handle it and anything else you may be going through. It actually bothers me more when a Christian never says he/she has any doubts during trials. Seems inhuman, like they are hiding from their true feeling out of fear of being unfaithful. The only way to work through the grief inlife is to face it whatever the stage might be at the time. So anyways I am here for you come hell or highwater. If you ever need me let me know, all my love, Sannasannabanana@comcast.nethttp://wwwsannasartmind.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-41996122777786731792010-02-26T15:26:08.081-07:002010-02-26T15:26:08.081-07:00I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers too. Ke...I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers too. Keep your chin up ... the medical field have come so far in this fight but really the best results are with the ones that keep a never give up attitude. Keep us updated on your progress :) <br />Healing hugs!<br />InkaALTERED ARTIFACTShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07750304107668809519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-17360999379984059802010-02-24T12:25:49.999-07:002010-02-24T12:25:49.999-07:00I've thought of you and appreciate the update....I've thought of you and appreciate the update. I will be praying for you.Dianne Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06321629540753551713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-72135538626636506412010-02-24T11:58:25.746-07:002010-02-24T11:58:25.746-07:00Val, I am so sorry to hear such news. Two quotes ...Val, I am so sorry to hear such news. Two quotes that come to my mind are found on rocks at a local prayer garden: "God, I do not understand but I trust You." and "Surrender to the will of God and the suffering will lose it's power." The evil one likes to take suffering in our lives and twist it to convince us that God is not in control, not good, and not loving. But the God of the universe intimately knows suffering and he will never leave you nor forsake you. In even this, He will shine his light from you. You are such a treasured blessing to Him! Remember that the one who holds you in His hand rejoices over you with singing. He will carry you through this. I pray you sense His presence in every moment of every day and know that while your circumstances are terrible, HE is good and will take care of you. Praying for you, sweet sister in Christ.<br />hugs...Angie in AZhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09337095528121420130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-76165140461636267452010-02-23T21:40:56.187-07:002010-02-23T21:40:56.187-07:00Dear Val-
My thoughts and prayers are with you at...Dear Val-<br /><br />My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and the Lord will see you through this time of trial.<br />I'm also sending you a private email with "medical" stuff that might help.<br /><br />Katina<br />LTMMAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-85744750995125430852010-02-23T14:20:11.659-07:002010-02-23T14:20:11.659-07:00Dear Val,
It was good to see that you could post....Dear Val,<br /><br />It was good to see that you could post. If you have an appetite, I use prunes, applesauce and/or store bought cole slaw and lots of water to keep me 'regular'...<br /><br />My prayers are all around you. Hope you feel better - soon.<br /><br />Peace,<br />LuLuLuLuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00339785017318253187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-17566842165714281742010-02-23T14:05:32.209-07:002010-02-23T14:05:32.209-07:00Dear Val,
Do you know about Caring Bridge http:/...Dear Val,<br /> Do you know about Caring Bridge http://www.caringbridge.org/ ? Free web sites designed for patients to stay in touch with loved ones and family. Can be a great source of support for you.<br /> God bless you.<br />BarbaraApptikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17956185537601262098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-89535951019150279352010-02-23T13:59:06.296-07:002010-02-23T13:59:06.296-07:00I'm so sorry to hear your news, Val. Keep fig...I'm so sorry to hear your news, Val. Keep fighting and take care of yourself. I had a very serious brush with surgery back in the 80's (not cancer) and was not expected to survive. It took me 16 months to get back to work (I was in my 30's) just part-time to start with. I still live with the after effects and the battle was long and hard but I won out and so will you, especially with your faith and friends to support you. xxJuliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14223691871102821084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-88242825478907002222010-02-23T13:16:17.687-07:002010-02-23T13:16:17.687-07:00Thinking of you dear and praying for you every day...Thinking of you dear and praying for you every day. Please trust that all will be alright.Redhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11382948571490887014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-36677679018809557852010-02-23T10:55:21.975-07:002010-02-23T10:55:21.975-07:00Val, my prayers are with you. there is hope. keep ...Val, my prayers are with you. there is hope. keep the positive thoughts and take it one day at a time. i was diagnosed with fast-growing metastatic breast cancer and given 6 months to live without treatment. after taking some time to weigh my options, i chose a new treatment still in study trials. i went through a year of very powerful chemo and heavy duty radiation. that was 20 years ago. i have a few side effects from the treatments but am a quite healthy specimen for my age.<br /><br />the psychological shock is so great at first it is like being in a bad dream and trying to wake up. fortunately you have your faith and friends. i, too, found that is the most important thing. it takes a lot of will power to get through it all and the prayers and love are what kept me going.<br /><br />one thing you might like to try to help with art withdrawal is to get some paper or a sketchbook and some pens out and do some zentangles. they take some concentration and could give you something to lose yourself in for a few minutes. also, i enjoyed watching funny videos and nature videos. the humor kept my spirits up and the beauty of nature helped me find some peace.julie mnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-85565125520218220802010-02-23T10:36:43.704-07:002010-02-23T10:36:43.704-07:00Dear Val,
A world full of prayers I'm sending ...Dear Val,<br />A world full of prayers I'm sending your way.<br />Stay positive,smile as much as you can. It's your umbrella and will make life easier.<br />Gentle hugs & a heart full of good thoughs, AmyArt From The hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13032495022614254305noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-57761513238742370962010-02-23T10:19:30.677-07:002010-02-23T10:19:30.677-07:00Val, life can be a struggle can't it? My thou...Val, life can be a struggle can't it? My thoughts and prayers are with you. As a cancer survivor of several decades, I wish the same healing for you. Janenejanenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11707147416305298484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-28876809892698341582010-02-23T09:25:28.040-07:002010-02-23T09:25:28.040-07:00Dear Val, I'm praying for you, to have continu...Dear Val, I'm praying for you, to have continued strength of spirit for this most important challenge and to have loving friends engaged with you in the struggle. May Medicaid be cleared for you asap!<br />Kathleen McSweeneyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-51609864092145967272010-02-23T08:24:18.577-07:002010-02-23T08:24:18.577-07:00Prayers and healing energy for you Val. I am also ...Prayers and healing energy for you Val. I am also sending hope and peace.<br />Hugs,<br />LizLiz Kettlehttp://www.textileevolution.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-82789120769616147842010-02-23T07:03:52.432-07:002010-02-23T07:03:52.432-07:00Dearest Val, I pray for your swift and complete he...Dearest Val, I pray for your swift and complete healing from this disease in Jesus's name. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family during this fight. <br />With love,<br />CyndiCyndi Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01564900810103675653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-82213245168689953292010-02-23T06:58:54.434-07:002010-02-23T06:58:54.434-07:00Praying for you.Praying for you.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04283706879033071137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-80578285036626999152010-02-23T06:34:41.391-07:002010-02-23T06:34:41.391-07:00Val; am thinking of you. I get so angry though whe...Val; am thinking of you. I get so angry though when I hear that until Medicaid kicks in, you can't start your treatments. I am still of the ilk that there needs to be an overhaul of the medical system..but this is not the forum for it.<br /><br />I will keep you in my prayers. My 26 year old daughter is fighting a second bout of sarcoma-this time in her esophagus. It is a difficult fight for all involved...<br /><br />Make sure you eat lots of food to counterbalance the pain killers. Drink lots of water (if you can) and eat lots of food. I found that a good vegetarian chile is high in fiber and protein. (I was on narcotics for months for a severe injury once) They can also mess with your head and depression. <br /><br />Send me you addy privately. I think thru my blog there is a link to my email addy.<br /><br />xxpattiPatti Gibbonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00917601813600917131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6147219902905191996.post-22163990193730861162010-02-23T06:32:34.680-07:002010-02-23T06:32:34.680-07:00I'm sending you good thoughts and you are in m...I'm sending you good thoughts and you are in my prayers.Lyndahttp://bloombakecreate.comnoreply@blogger.com