Choose to be happy
The news that we received today was not what we had hoped and prayed for. There is a part of the tumor in the lungs that is now growing; unfortunately it is near the heart. Tomorrow morning mom will have an Echocardiogram to check to see if the cancer is invading the lining of the heart. The present plan is to continue on Tarceva (targeted drug therapy) as it is containing most of the cancer. Now after all of that bad news, the good news is that she still feels great. She is able to enjoy life! After some tears today, she has decided that she can choose to be miserable or happy. I am sure you know that she is going to be happy! We will keep you posted on the results of the Echocardiogram. We are so blessed by the extent of our caring, faithful network of support. We all thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Feed your faith and your fears will starve to death. ~Author Unknown
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Cris - I am so sorry to hear this but know that your positive attitude, faith and your family will help you overcome this - none of us know what's around the corner so live life to the fullest and keep that smile on your beautiful face. It's amazing how a positive outlook can conquer so much - I saw this with my sister-in-law when she went through her battle. Prayers are continuing for you and your family - Anne Fox
I think of u all the time and really miss u guys! In my experience as a hospice nurse...having a positive outlook and faith and support that u do can beat anything that is thrown ur way!!! U may need the drug to get this nasty thing under control, but a strong-willed mind and God is the ultimate need for survival. Love u Chris and praying for u and ur loving, strong family always!
Cris, stay strong....you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers each and every day and you are surrounded by the love of your ECS family!
Cris, I'm praying for you and your family and am so grateful you are feeling good. May God bless you.
MAY GOD CONTINUE TO HOLD YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND AND GIVE YOU HOPE, COMFORT AND PEACE. MAY GOD BLESSYOU
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers as you get ready to keep on fighting and smiling :)
Cris, sorry about the news today...you have no idea how much you are thought of and prayed for! You are an amazing person and continue to amaze all of us by your positiveness! Spring is coming, hang in there!
Cris, may you find peace knowing that prayers are being sent your way. Lots of them. <3
Cris, We are thinking of you and praying for you! Keep the faith!
Dear Cris, our prayers are with you. I know the Lord will keep you close to His heart just as you have held so many of His little ones close to yours.
Cris, my prayers and love are with you each day, as are so many others. I'm sure God is holding you gently in his arms as He guides you through your travels. Blessings, hope and peace are with you. Stay strong.
Karen Herron Hey honey, I've been thinking about you and family ... And praying for your good health, good humor, and good life. Spring is coming, and with it sunshine, and a shedding of the burden of winter. May your burdens be lightened by your many friends.
Cris, thinking of you and sending continued prayers.
Cris, I am so sorry to hear this news. I am so inspired by your strength and will continue to pray for you.
All right...time for our prayer circle here to crank it up again and keep those prayers flowing once again for you, Cris! Emailing them about your test tomorrow right now.
Cris , I have been thinking that we haven't heard from this amazing sight lately , I fully understand that these battles we face are best fought within the family, they are your rock,your peace, your comfort. I want to send some outside love and hugs and added faith that you will have encouraging news with the echocardiogram. Always in my prayers , love Jackie
Prayers continue for this evil cancer to leave your body. May God take over and cure you. In Jesus name we pray. Amen.
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Cris, Thinking of you! Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you and your family! Kelly and George Carlie
Love you all. I'm always thinking about you and praying for the best. Xoxox
My thoughts and prayers are with you Cris. Stay strong.
We will keep you all in our prayers. There isn't a day that goes by that Cris isn't at the top of my prayer list. For sure we will keep that power of positive thinking and love coming your way!! With love and lots and lots of hope!! Joele
Dear Cris, I have been silently following your journey and I want you to know how inspiring you are. Being in your classroom gave me the opportunity to get to know the kind and thoughtful person that encouraged and set a good example for your students. And even now, you continue to set a good example for all around you by choosing to be happy. You are a courageous and strong woman. You inspire me!!!
Chris - You and your family are always in my prayers. I am always thinking about you and what you are all going through. My prayers will continue for your healing, strength, understanding and peace. While nobody would ever wish this on anyone, please know that in your daily struggles, you are an inspiration to many, many people Chris. - Theresa
Prayers, our many hugs of support and strength are invisibility being squished into this comment box to jump out and explode hugging you hard and reassuring you this stage of life puts us through many tests but the power of mind over matter and positive thinking even smiling , can kill any evil. Kill this Cancer with your phenomenal powerful kindnes and happiness. Listen to Ferrell's Happy and dance with your daughter!! Xo Jessica Thisse and Family any need for a Team Condidorio school walk a thin to raise money towards your future treatments your daughter can contact me i'll help in any way I can!! 315-8864 [email protected]
Cris, With family you're ever connected to sunny moments smiles and laughter! I know that choosing to be happy is an amazing decision! Prayers for your complete recovery always.
Cris ... you're choice to be happy is very inspiring! Prayers and hugs to you and your family. Keep the faith!
Cris-you have been in our hearts and prayers from the beginning! We aren't stopping now! We love you!
Wow Cris ~ yet another "yuck and yay". Yucky news and yet, yay, for the way you found, and generously model (true educator that you are!), how to embrace challlenge on your own terms; and how we all hope we would/will face challenges in our own lives! A true and good friend just said to me this week, "God sheds enough light for us to see just the next step; then we walk forward in faith." As you and yours walk forward in faith I hope you feel and see the light on the next step. You are all in our hearts and prayers. Missy White
Stay happy and stay strong:). Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.