On February 23, 2009 I was in Duluth in the surgery room having my very first surgery that diagnosed me... February 23, 2010 marks the day that I had my last radiation treatment and by the grace of God, my last treatment forever. We never know what our fate is, but we need to take each journey step by step. This has just been another journey that I have completed and am proud to say with some amazing family and friends by my side.
This morning was so full of emotions and anticipation. Jason and I and the boys headed to the clinic for my final radiation treatment. In the waiting room they have a bell that people ring after their last treatment and I was anticipating my turn to "ring out".
When I walked into the waiting room after my treatment (to ring the bell), I was so excited to see that I had a cheering section! Jason, Dylan, Hayden, Donna, Nicki, Terry, Andie, and Sam....they were all there to watch me ring myself out and then they gave me a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a box of chocolates! Words will never be able to truly express how awesome it felt to have so many that I love there with me! This journey has given me so many blessings and some friends that I will have for a lifetime!
Ring this bell
Three times well
The toll to clearly say
My treatments are done
Its course has run
And I am on my way
We are all praying that this is the last treatement for you - Love to you all!!
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The Gordons
Awwwe!!! That made me cry! I am so happy for you, Miranda, and pray this journey is over for you! One day at a time!!! God Bless you all! Grany
ReplyDeleteThank God Miranda....you made me cry too!
ReplyDeleteHow AWESOME!! Good for you. This journey has helped you to become an even stronger, caring, sweeter person than you were when this all started.
ReplyDeleteLot of hugs to you and your guys!
Tricia
Whoot Whoot.....Love you Hun and so glad to here this amazing news...you are the strongesst person I know and this past year you have showed me that God gives us people in our lives to show us his way and help guide us to be stronger and better people ourselves. You are amazing... and I am so proud to know you and call you my Friend..
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Miranda,
ReplyDeleteHow awesome to have your family by your side to celebrate this milestone! We continue to keep you in our prayers. Just know that you are an inspiration to us all! God bless!
Debbie
Miranda,
ReplyDeleteI am so thrilled to hear that this journey in your life is now over. You are an amazingly strong woman with an amazing support system surrounding you. Take this time to rest and enjoy your family and friends. Take care.
Kim
Congratulations Miranda, you have braved such a wonderful fight, you are an inspiration as a woman and expecially as a mother. Enjoy your everyday now knowing there is nothing that you can not achieve!
ReplyDeleteAmanda
So happy that you were able to "ring that bell" and I PRAY, PRAY, PRAY that it is your last treatment - FOREVER. Stay strong, pray for peace, and try to focus on your journey ahead.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you and my boys(including my Bro),
Tamatha
So happy for you Miranda and your whole family! I am so glad you are done with treatments forever! What a special moment in your life, to "ring that bell". Best wishes for all of the happiness in the world to you, you deserve it.
ReplyDeleteLove Danny, Tracey, Keyan and Davin
What a great attitude you have had through this whole yearlong experience. You have been inspirational to all that know you. Look forward to a big hug when we return. Nancy
ReplyDeleteWoo hoo! So glad to hear this year is behind you. Leave the negative behind and move forward with all of the good that I have read about here and heard about from your friends. Blessings to you!
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"Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for and evidence of things not seen." Hebrews 11:1
ReplyDeleteWe pray with "faith" for an end to this journey for the Lawver family and bright journeys to lay in wait for discovery. Much Love
What a beautiful post. Inspiration does not do justice for what I feel when I think of you. I have confidence in the lord your battle is at bay. Our family is SOOOOOOOO proud of you!
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The quote you have at the side of your blog is so true! Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... It's about learning to dance in the rain.
ReplyDeleteOh how we forget how to live sometimes when things go our way. It truly is those hard challenges and trials that make us better people if we can allow God to work through us! And God shines right through you Miranda!
Keep on shining! :)