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Character and Courage

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Hey Everyone!  I hope that this rainy Thursday morning finds all of you doing well.  All is well here.  I had my third of four treatments yesterday and have an appointment this afternoon to receive my shot of Neulasta.  Things are really going well, thank goodness!

Here’s a Sciandra Family Update:  We’re planning on starting Rice Cereal with Cameron today…..with the permission of Dr. Penugonda, of course!  The cute, little bugger started getting up 2-3 times a night again.  Needless to say, Sal and I are a bit tired!  We’re hoping that the cereal helps her sleep better.  Her two bottom teeth seem to be there, but they haven’t pushed through yet which might also be contributing to her lack of sleep.  Jameson is doing well, but she was sad this morning.  Her wonderful kindergarten teacher’s last day was yesterday.  Mrs. Rafferty is moving to the Lancaster area because her husband accepted a new job.  This woman is a gem; she is so good with the kids and the parents.  With everything that we’ve had going on personally, she has been exceptional.  We’ll certainly miss her and her genuine care and concern for others.  Chase is doing well, too.  He loves school and sings like a bird after school!  We know who had minutes off of their snack, who had their name on the board, who almost had their name on the board, who had special jobs, what they’re reading, what he’s coloring, etc.  It’s awesome!  We can hardly get Jameson to say two words so it’s hysterical seeing the difference in the two kids.

I’m not sure if everyone knows, but 4 young kids committed suicide in Luzerne County this past week, 2 in the Pittston Area School District, 1 in the Hazleton District, and 1 in the Nanticoke District.  This hits way too close to home.  I think about my own kids and myself, for that matter.  I’m fighting for my life while these young kids are taking theirs.

I really have no idea who reads this blog, but if there are any kids out there reading, please don’t do it.  Get help.  Talk to someone.  There are plenty of people out there that care and want to help you.  I know that when you’re in high school it seems like it’s the only thing.  One minute you’re cool, the next you’re getting picked on.  It seems like a roller coaster ride as things change so quickly.  There is so much more to life than high school.  Really, there is.  You have so much to live for.  You just have no idea yet.  Take the following as examples:  college is fun and is so different from high school, you’ll get a job that you’re passionate about, you’ll fall in love and get married, kids change your life for the better, you’ll grow older and nurture your children, you’ll have grandchildren, you’ll travel the world.  Or, maybe you won’t do any of those things, but you’ll have the opportunity to do exactly what you want to do once you graduate from high school.  Don’t throw it all away because of what’s happening in your high school halls or on your social media sites.

I was taught early in life that in order to have good friends you need to be a good friend.  So, be a good friend, don’t be a bully.  Help out others when they need it the most.  Someday, you’ll look back and you’ll be proud of your character.

I’m leaving you with 2 quotes to today.  One was my Dad’s favorite quote and the other I received from my cousin, Christy.  Both seem appropriate today.  I love them both dearly……the people and the quotes.

This was my Dad’s favorite quote:

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This one is from my cousin, Christy.

LIVESTRONG and God Bless!

3 Responses to “Character and Courage”

  1. michelle schulze says:

    Hey Barb!! I’m so glad I found out that you have this blog because I have been thinking about you and your family nonstop. It’s so crazy that you have followed Liam’s CarePage over the past few years and now have one of your own. I hope you got my email the other day. I tried to sign up for updates but it said there was an error and to try back again. So I will keep trying. You are an awesome human being and such an inspiration to so many including myself! I look forward to hearing all the good news how you are kicking cancer’s ass!!

    hugs from colorado…

    shelley

  2. Nacole says:

    HI Barb,

    I am so glad you have this blog to keep us all up to date with your journey.Holly gave me the blog information the other day.I read all your posts the other night and all I have to say is you are amazing.

    I’m so happy to hear that the visit to University of Penn.went well.What wonderful news to receive.When I went there I was very happy with the way they explain very thing.What a wonderful hospital they are.

    Barb you look beautiful with your GI Jane cut.As your hair stylist I will never let you have long hair again.I have a perfect short sexy razor cut for you when your hair grows in.It is super easy to style to :)If you need me in any way to help you with Sugar please call me.

    After reading all your posts the other day I thought to myself I am lucky to know such a strong,smart,witty,caring,and beautiful person.Barb keep your head high and your spirit up and I know you will win.

    Look forward to reading more update, thank you for taking the time to write about your journey.My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family every day.

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