Thank You
Today was filled with hugs and visits from friends and family. We are so blessed to have an amazing support system who will be by our side through this tough journey. We are trying to live each day as normal as possible and spending time with the people who matter most in life.
Last night Chad and I drove to the Rochester Airport to pick up my Aunt Beth and Uncle Randy. Beth is my dad’s sister, my mom’s best friend, and my second mom. She has been there to love and support mom from afar as they had already made the move to their second home in Florida several weeks ago. Being the amazing people that they are, they flew right home to be there for our family. Our day was spent running errands like picking out a huge bag full of books from the library to keep her occupied during this horrible waiting period. Today we had visits from Kelly, mom’s high school friend, Mom’s nephew and his wife, Beth and Randy, Mom’s parents, her sister, and her niece. The visits from friends and family bring so much happiness and distraction and are so appreciated.
In 24 hours this website has gone from 0 views to 700 views. It is overwhelming to see the amount of people who truly care about my mom. It is such a testament to her character and the person that she is. She is lovable, smart, funny, and her smile is wildly contagious. She has been so strong through this process thus far and we are all following in her lead. Thank you all for your support and kind words. The cards that arrive in the mail each day are set on the fireplace mantel in her bedroom as a reminder of the outpouring of love that she has already received. Please, share this site with friends and family and check in regularly as I will continue to post updates. The more prayers and positive energy sent our way the better! Once Mom is ready she may even try to post some updates of her own. We love you all and I can’t thank you enough for the strength that you’ve all helped to provide to her spirit each and every day thus far.
Comments (14)
Surrounded by family, friends and lots of love! That's what YOU all need to get through this awful time! Love and prayers for all of you!
I love thAt you started this Rei. First chance I get I'm driving home to visit. I wish I was there now <3
Reilly, thank you for putting this site together! It means so much that all of us who care about your mom can have a way to show our support.
Praying that God will bless an extraordinary family with positive hope and healing. Love and Prayers always xo
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sending positive vibes and hugs your way.
Cris, Tom's mother had lung cancer in 1983. She's still alive and WELL! We are very lucky to live in an area where we have several wonderful hospitals nearby and access to great care. Keeping you in my prayers!
Reilly, your dear mother and entire family will be in my daily prayers. There is a lot to be said by the power of prayer and especially at this time, put your total trust in Jesus, that he will comfort your mom with his loving, healing and gentle ways. God bless all of you!
Thank you Reilly for sharing your Moms battle with us all.. There is truly strength in numbers and the support, love and most importantly prayers ,will hopefully uplift you all ! Please give your Mom my love . Keeping the entire family in my prayers
Thank you Reilly for setting this site up for her. Reading it daily will help you keep your spirits up during this tough journey ahead, knowing that all these people are praying for your mom and your entire family. Let me know if there is anything you guys need. Drew and Nick have my #. Will be praying daily for her and your family. Love u guys! Sending positive vibes, too!
Thank you, Reilly for setting this up and letting us know how things are progressing. Your family's love and strength will surely be the greatest medicine your mom can receive. Remember to draw your strength from others too~caretaking can be tough at times. Your mom is so blessed to have you and your brothers in her life. May God help carry you all through this journey to victory! Hugs from Charlottesville, VA~
My thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful Mom. She is a strong lady who has the support and love of not only her family but also an entire town who knows her and loves her. Be strong for each other...hugs for you all!
Thinking of you and your family, Cris! My thoughts and prayers are with you...
chris we will be thinking of you and praying everyday for you!! stay positive and strong and may god bless you and your family
Cris, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I've got the prayer chain going from Orlando to Leroy. Stay strong you can beat this!