Day at the beach by Noel.

Friday, July 16, 2010

The PERFECT Birthday

Thank you everyone for all of your comments. I love reading them all and I got so many cards from everyone and all I can say is THANK YOU SO MUCH AND I LOVE YOU ALL. My hospital room looks like a gift shop; I have over twenty balloons, many flowers and teddy bears and cards galore. I have spent the time to read all of your comments and cards and it has made me feel so loved and grateful. This has been a wonderful birthday: I got to see my family and boyfriend, many cards and gifts and great news from the doctors( = My spine is free of leukemia cells which means this should be a speedy recovery. Second day of chemotherapy and everything has been going smoothly. I got more gifts than I have ever wanted: a stunning second promise ring from my parents and a beautiful bracelet from my boyfriend with both of our names engraved in it and many many more gifts. All of the comments and everything you all have been doing for me has been the best gifts ever. To top everything off my grandparents bought me a Madonna Inn chocolate curled cake ( although I have lost my appetite so no cake for me) and I got to see both of my beautiful sisters. Aryel has been by my side for every second waiting on me on hand and foot, and she inspired me to begin the blogging. Although I did not get to hug my baby sister and be close to her, I got to see her outside my room and try to give her all of my love. This is not the way I thought I was going to spend my birthday, but I wouldn't want to change anything. I truelly enjoy reading all of your comments and all of these cards too. They help me stay so strong and make me feel better after all the medicine. Each time I look at the comments and cards, I stop and think about how greatful and loved I am. I don't know how many times I can keep saying how much I love everything and all of the support. I will keep updating everything and loading more pictures too. ;)

22 comments:

  1. Noel, WOW!!! What can I say, if I did not know you were just turning 15 today, I would have thought you were way beyond your years. You have a way with words that draw everyone in and bring a tear to our eyes. You have an awesome attitude, great faith and family and friends that love and support you, unconditionally. Exactly what you need!!! When I was told of your diagnosis, my heart broke for you and your family, but I feel you will indeed, take on that curveball and hit a grand slam!!! Your posts are very heart warming and touch so many hearts. Thanks to Aryel for encouraging you to do this blog, we enjoy your contagious enthusiasum for life and strength to endure lifes challenges. Thank you for sharing that with everyone. You are a very strong individual. We will have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Live Strong!!! HAPPY 15th BIRTHDAY!!! Your extended family, The Sawdeys, Gillette, WY

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  2. you are one amazing girl! The fire and light inside you that makes you so strong will never burn out! have a wonderful birthday noel!
    Love
    Olivia

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  3. im glad you had a good birthday and im even happier i was apart of it. i read the whole thing this time glad you like your braclet.

    Love
    Ross

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  4. Happy Birthday Noel. So happy your day has been filled with lot of love and family by your side. You are such an inspiration to so many people. We are so happy about the great news that came your way regarding the results from the spine tests. We will continue to pray for you.

    All our love~Stephanie, Brian,Kelsy, Camryn and Conner Thorndyke

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  5. Happy birthday girly! We are all praying for you. You are such a strong beautiful person and I am so glad we are friends..I know you will beat this! you are in our prayers!
    Love,
    Lauren Aikenhead and the Aikenhead family!

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  6. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
    You are so amazing for having such a great attitude throughout this situation.
    Your strength has inspired me, as it probably has everybody else and has touched my heart.
    It is unfortunate that such a beautiful, amazing person has to go through this, but there is without a doubt that you will get through it, stronger than ever :D
    You are in my thoughts and prayers; best wishes.

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  7. Noel Love!
    Long time I have not seen or talked two you. I'm not going two repeat what everyone has said about how strong you are cause you know you are, and everyone knows you are.(:
    But I will tell you that your someone I truly miss! Haa I remember P.E, dang how much I hated it so I'd always ditch!! But never when you would tell me two come two class! .. Haaha and I'd always cheat on the mile and play soccer with you haaah member Noel? You better remember (;
    I hope mr stroud never hears about my cheating haahaha.. Noel! Yoshi said she misses you from when you two were in Geometry twogether! And that you are a Beautiful girlie!
    I can't wait two see you again Noel! I'll see you ina couple years back at the highschool! I cannot wait .. I miss you girlie take care ands love love loveeee youuu much. And remember your in my prayers as well!!
    - Love, Vanessa Trinidad Mariscal! (:

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  8. Noel!! My P.E. buddy:) Happy Birthday girl! You are so amazing and i love spending time with you! I think its cause we are both outgoing and not afraid to be ourselves and thats what I love most about you! Im so glad you had a great birthday (and i hope you got my card cause i made you one) and i know you will make a super speedy recovery- it will be a new world record! Cause your really competitive and I know you will just hit it WAY out of the park! I love you girly soooooooo much! as soon as you get back call me so we can hang out promise? kk love ya bye!

    LoveAlwaysssss,
    Jenna Wookey<3

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  9. So glad you liked the cards! hahaha...member when we went outside to the top of your hill and sat at the table crying while making your mom apology cards and "relaxing" coupons haha because we played dress up in her room and when we went to hang the LAST dress up the entire clothes hanger pole thing came completely off the wall and we looked at eachother and didnt know whether to laugh or cry because we were so scared. Lol, love you Noey, can't wait for you to get back so we can make some more hilarious memorie<3
    ~Rilah <3 :)

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  10. Noel I am so glad you had a wonderful Birthday. Though we were not home, everyone was still able to be a part of it---friends and family! I love you with all my heart Noelly. You have got to be, without a doubt, the bravest person I know. You are going through so much at such a young age and it really shows your strength. Not only are you brave, but you are strong---mentally and physically. Keep fighting, and yes, you WILL win cousin! I love you dearly. Never forget. I am ALWAYS here for you and am willing to do anything for your safety, survival, or even comfort. Just let me know what you need. Keep blogging. I'll be on tomorrow love:)
    ~Hailey

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  11. Noel, i am so glad you are okay. i just got the news from my mom who got a text about it from shannon gidcum and i just froze when i heard, but i am just thankful you are recovering quickly and that you are happy. i love you, you are in my thoughts and prayers<3

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  12. Noel<3
    You have been in my thoughts and prayers over the past few days and will continue to be. I'm so glad you are looking at this experience from a positive perspective, you're such an inspirational person. God allows everything to happen for a reason therefore, I know you can win this battle because you have God on your side. I'm so glad you said you're on your way to a fast recovery! You're a sweet, gorgeous, athletic, and compassionate girl! May God bless you and your family during this difficult time<3 Happy Birthday!
    xoxo, Natalie Evenson<3

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  13. No-no,
    Ali and I are looking forward to seeing you tomorrow! Happy Birthday Baby Girl!! We love you more than words!
    Remember God never gives you more than you can handle. Lean on Him and He will get you through this!
    XOXOXO,
    Aunt Eydie and AliCat

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  14. Good Morning Noel,
    Bummer, you didn't get to eat the cake, those are yummy! So glad that you enjoyed your b-day celebration. Sounds as though your family and friends made you feel very special.
    We were elated to hear that your spine has no leukemia cells....Praise God, first miracle of the many yet to come. Glad that the treatments are not making you sick, we pray it stays that way. Give my Aryel a big hug from me. Have a good day sweetheart, and remember you are loved.
    ~Ady

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  15. Hey Noel,

    I'm glad you and your family are meeting this challenge head-on. My thoughts are with you!

    --Scot

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  16. Noey,
    Danielle and I are following your blog...you are such an amazing young lady. Bummer you couldn't enjoy your chocolate curl cake from Madonna Inn ( My favorite!)...but there are many more where that one came from..so when your tummy is feeling up to it....you can have doubles! Danielle's dad is calling us for updates and his parent's (Danielle and Cara's grandparents) church is praying for you. I am so glad to hear about your good results today....I know there will be more good news to come. Keep up your spirits honey, we are all rooting for you! I wish we could just wrap our arms around you now. We love you, Danielle and Katrina Andrews

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  17. noey i hope u get better and i hope that i can come up and see you.... you are one amazing person and i hope that my prays will be answered.......

    love you always

    mckenzi etchison... mac.. big mac

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  18. Noel, you truly are an amazing young lady!! When Carol told me of your diagnosis, I was heart sick for you and your family and haven't stopped praying for you since. I am so encouraged by your strength in the LORD and your positive attitude and spirit. Sometimes these trials can be so overwhelming and yet when we hold onto HIS Word it is miraculous how we can get through them with such peace. You are so blessed to have the support from your family and friends. Isn't it so wonderful to be a part of God's family and see how everyone comes together to show love, help, encouragement and whatever else we may need. I will be keeping you all in my prayers for continued healing for you sweetie and strength, comfort and peace for all of you!
    "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, but in all your ways acknowledge HIM and He shall direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6

    Lots of love to you Noel and your family!
    Stacy "Thon" Thomas :) xox

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  19. Noel! girly i found out a few days ago and literally just dropped down crying! i cant believe the news.. well im here with you if you need anything! I just cant stop thinking about all the good times we had in middle school i miss them all!! When i went to the vineyard with the cheerleaders and you jumped off the boat and you totally got me soaked :P but you know what.. that was one of the best days on my year :)) your mom is the best mom you could ask for!! tell her i said hi and Noel i wish you the best and the lord hears you and all of the other people that are praying for you. So just stay strong and believe in yourself and the lord :P you will make it i know it!!! Well I wish you and your family luck noel :) Love , Payton( Husband) inside joke to the people that dont know lol

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  20. Noel! im glad you had a good birthday..your a great girl and your very brave..God and everyone is here for you..Prayer is an amazing thing!! wish you well Noel :)

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  21. Happy Belated Birthday Lil Cuz. You are an inspiration to us all. May your treatments and the road to recovery be manageable and may God continue to Bless you and your family.

    Sincerely your proud cousin,
    Michael Reyes

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  22. Hey Noel ,i want you to know you are very brave

    and you are in our prayers ,we all wish u well

    stay strong

    Your friend ,:)=):)
    Priscilla younce an family

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