Thanks to all of you

I started chemo-therpy for cancer last week and have been having a rough time. Just wanted all of you to know what relief it is to sit down for awhile and read all of your posts. Beleive me I miss getting my hands in the soil. Hopefully it wont be to long... Keep me in your prayers

Paulgrow - Your name will be mentioned in all my prayers in my home and in my church. I am so glad that you enjoy DG and the lovely people who care for each other here. I know that when Dave and Trish created this wonderful site that their intention was not only to unite people with a common love of gardening but also for us to share our trials and tribulations and to support each other in every way possible. I am going to email you if you don't mind because I have just made contact with someone in Belgium who is nuts about hydrangeas and he has supplied me with some terrific info and sites. God bless you today and always.

Paulgrow our prayers are with you! I know it must be a hard time for you and your family but I'm confident you'll pull through. It's good to see you posting and I hope you get some ejoyment from davesgarden even if it can only be for a little dose at a time ;o) We're all wishing you the best so hang in there. Keep us updated on how you're doing. The soil will be waiting so hurry up and get better!

paulgrow
May you be gardening very soon. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you....Gary

Prayers and thoughts are with you

Paulgrow,
I can sympathize with what you are feeling.
I had cancer 8 yrs ago (when I was still quite young) and had to have a total hysterectomy. I had to face the chemo and then radiation with not only the uncertainity of being in remission but also with the sadness that I could never bring another child into the world.
I lost my hair and I cried. I got weak and I prayed. I got a beautiful wig and I got lots of answers to my prayers.
I am in remission and have been for 7 yrs now. Prayers are answered and strength is gained by friends and loved ones.
While reading your post, I got the familiar chills that tell me that 7 yrs is not long enough to forget but then the 1 year I endured this horrid invader, I learned more about life than I did in the other 28 yrs combined.
I learned what is special in life and I learned how to LIVE life. I hope that you will not lose sight of all that is important and please know that you will be a constant in my prayers. May God's loving hands embrace you and may you be healed of this and may you learn and continue to find love here and from others as well.
ICE

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Everyday another life is saved from cancer through medicine and the grace of God. Bless you and know that there are friends here that care.

Paulgrow
I will add you to the prayer chain at our church. they are used to me adding my internet friends to the list.
Calalily
PS I've even added a special request for Lisa to get rain.

Paulgrow, you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Hi Paulgrow,
My prayers are for you and your health. I'm glad to know that everyone's posts help to bring an element of happiness to your day. We'll be thinking about you and your better days ahead. Hang in there...whenever a door is closed, a window gets opened and, in our case....whenever a plant is cut down, a seed is germinated :)
Trish

Paulgrow, I will be praying for you! I pray that you are in Gods hands right now and that all goes well for you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Ice, thank you too for sharing your story. Cala, thanks for the rain prayers too...

I too will be asking God to take care of you and your family right now in your hour of need! Thoughts and prayers to you! Get better! =]
dori

I will pray for you as I work in my garden. Hang in there.Thank you for sharing your need with us, after all we are a family.

Paulgrow, my prayers are with you and your family. Take good care of yourself. Carol

Paulgrow,

I am praying for you, too. Every time I pull a weed in my garden, I will pray that God will likewise uproot and remove any trace of cancer in your body. Know you're being lifted before the Great Physician and rest in His arms - we're lifting you up!

Kimberley

Is this a wonderful place or WHAT???????????
You are all so great.
~~~~~BIG HUGS FOR EVERYONE - GROUP HUUUUG!!~~
= )
ICE

THANKS SOOO MUCH TO ALL OF YOU.
IT SURE DOES LIFT THE SPIRIT AND MAKES A DIFFCULT SITUTION MUCH EASIER. I HAVE A GREAT LOVING FAMILY AND SUPPORT SYSTEM BUT BELEIVE ME I NEED ALL OF THE HELP I CAN GET.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.

PAUL

dearest paul,
i am so sorry to hear of your illness. what a horrible thing to have to face. i know that many times during my battle with my illness, i am faced with days of fear and loneliness. during these times i try to remember that god is with me, and that there are many wonderful people who care about me.
i believe in the power of prayer. i have seen it work wonders in so many peoples lives and in my own. so i will join with everyone else here, and pray for you and your family. for unfortunately it hurts the ones we love too.
god bless. and keep laughing. it truelly is the best medicine i know of.
debi z

How are you doing Paul? Has it started getting easier yet?
Hang in there.. I planted a "Paul" plant today....
Hopefully soon I will be able to get a pic on the camera and email it to you.. = )
I may have to go to the hospital soon for a while so it might take a bit of time. But I will send it to you ok?
ICE

Paul I hope you are feeling a little better today and please remember that you are always in our hearts and in our minds.

Ice and debi - thinking of you both and praying for you also. God bless!

Paul,

I am so sorry that you're having to go through this cancer war. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. We're neighbors, so if there is anything I can do to help, please email me and I'll be there.

(((HUGS)))

Paul...
Hi there. I wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers would be with you. I'm a 2 year survivor of breast cancer.I had to go through radiation/chemo. It's not one of the most pleasant things to have to go through...but it sure as heck beats the pants off the 'alternative' I think.
Just try _very_ hard to keep your focus on the goal at hand.

And if all else fails? go out and find a friend like "Elena".
She has been my rock for over 2 years now.
She has pulled my butt out of some very rough spots.
I thank God everyday for her, and her prayers, and always, always her unending strength...
There were times when I didn't think I could walk another step...she showed me I could walk at least another mile...and then some. She's amazing!!

take care there...and again please know we are all thinking of you and wishing you the best.
May God Bless you and keep you safe..
One thing she taught me was "Satan gets to us, through the things we're most afraid of"
Your friend annie
p.s hope I didn't sound too preachy? I don't try to shove my beliefs on anyone...@@@@@

Thank You so much Annie

Paul