Day at the beach by Noel.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Well it feels like ages since I have blogged, but I have been extremely exhausted and have been almost incognito from everything. Usually a few days after chemo are the crummy days, and they were. Saturday my whole body was aching and I was in very much pain, so I took vicodin for the first time and man when that kicked in I took a four hour nap. Of course after I woke up feeling like a million bucks. I am feeling much better now, I have been starting to "exercise" slowly. It's no crazy workout, but a walk around my house then down and up my hill then a light swim in the pool is my new routine. It sounds pathetic, but is the most my body can handle right now. My mind says go run and play sports, but where my muscles were (and should be) won't allow a lot of activity. Lately the days have been kind of the same, but wonderful of course. Lots and lots of relaxing, eating, exercising, trying to spend as much time outside as possible and family visits. It's funny in my eyes thinking of the role change that happened since everything. When we found out the news and were on our way to the hospital for the first time, my mom looked at me and told me I have to stay strong through all of this. Now I have to stop her and look her in the eyes to tell her she has to stay strong through all of this. My parents love to remind me how proud they are of me and inspired by me too. But I always love to remind them that I am their daughter, and they raised and brought me up to be the person I am today.

23 comments:

  1. Noelly,

    Well it sounds like the treatments are starting to do what they are intended to do; destroy the bad guys along with some of the good guys. I have not responded to you for some time but you never leave my thoughts or my prayers. I know you feel terrible some times and while I can not feel what you feel I want you to know you are my hero and I love you and always will very much.

    Grumpy Grandpa old Fart

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  2. Mary Relling.... this is our Noel..... please help! In His Peace... Diana

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  3. I pray for you each day and thank God for His love that shines through your words to us. You are a wonderful example of what we should all do when we hit major road blocks in life. I'm sure you already know this but your blog is teaching a lot of individuals about Christ's love and His desires for us as His children.

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  4. Thank you for sharing the good with the bad. I think it is good for people to hear. It breaks our hearts but important to know. You are continually in my thoughts and prayers and I am so proud to be your Aunt.
    I Love You! Aunt Sheila

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  5. You Make us so proud Noel! That is So true, You Are who you Are because of the way your parents brought you up... you were heavy on our minds and we talked about you a lot tonight while making bracelets.. :) we sure miss you... praying for you always!! Love you.. Megan..

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  6. Sending you Huge Smiles and warm laughter......You are a Special Person,May God continue to Shower you with his Grace and Power...I think of you and your family often......the bracelets are my reminder....:)
    Love Ya...................Marjorie

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  7. It's not pathetic Noey. It's great that you are pushing yourself to become stronger everyday. Of course, i'm sure its hard getting used to, but you have the drive and determination to beat this. This small excersise will grow with time as you gain your strengh back. With the faith you have along with the physical excersise your getting will help push that curveball out of the park. Keep on truckin' girly. Love you very much.
    ~Rilah <3

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  8. I am always so inspired by your blogs Noel. Even when your feeling down physically you are able to shine the light on someone else. You have an amazing gift! Thank you for sharing with us. I don't think you fully understand the magnitude of inspiration you give to those who know you and love you, and to those that don't. I know your mom looks into those eyes and gets so much strength from you, just as you do the same with her. Love you, Carol

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  9. You are such an amazing young woman. I check your blog for updates daily and am always so impressed by how you are handling this as well as how well you share your story with everyone. From someone who has been diagnosed with something I am amazed at how quickly you went into battle mode. The parent in me knows how very proud your family must be of you and it is your strength and faith that will help see them through this difficult time. I am praying for you daily and hoping that you can get this beat and get back to doing what you love. Thinking of you~Tracey Earl

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  10. Just because I haven't written it doesn't mean that I don't peek at your blog...and every time I do, I am amazed by you. Noel, I am glad that you are sharing not just the good stuff, but also the challenging things. You continue to encourage all who read about you. Not that they weren't before, but can you imagine how proud your family is of you!!! Keep pushing and pedaling, God will do the steering. Have a good day, I hope you get to exercise again.

    Love,
    Ady

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  11. Hey Noelly!
    Ashley and Me are really looking forward to hanging out with you today after work. I told Ashley you liked tri tip! So we are gonna surf and turf the BBQ. Tri tip and salmon. Maybe we can even get a little Rock Band in? I'm pretty sure i still have the high score on the microphone! :) I love you very much! See ya tonight.
    Love Uncle James

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  12. Noey, you truly are a treasure. What a beautiful spirit you have. Your light is shinning bright!!!
    xoxox

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  13. Our Dear Sweet Noel! You are so amazing! I know it's tough going through what you are experiencing. Even when you tell us you're not 100% percent, you make it sound like no big deal. You are such an inspiration and witness of your faith. When I think of you, I now picture your smiling face during your treatments. Amazing..... Take as much of that vicodin as you need! Exercising slowly is GOOD! We picked Caroline up on Tuesday evening and now you have another little prayer warrior. You are included in her nightly prayers. We'll be praying for comfort during your treatments tomorrow. Lots of love and HUGS to you, Paul, Valerie and Caroline too.

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  14. Thinking and praying for you and your family for tomorrow, as always... Love you "Snowey"... :)

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  15. Noel, you and your family are such a gift! Hang in there girl...thinking of you everyday! Prayers surround you,
    Jill Alexander

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  16. As always, I enjoyed reading your new blog! I look forward to them, even though I am one of the lucky people who get to see you during the week. You know. Being married to your dad's sister and all. I have an in. I just want to reitterate that you are inspiring me every day to be better. You fill my thoughts and help me make decisions. You are a blessing to me and I'm sure to many others as well. Thank you beautiful! You fill my heart as well! Love you!

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  17. Twin, I miss you and I am praying for you! I miss you on the volleyball court and everywhere else too <3 I hope to see you soon!!

    xoxox Kaylee Twin Sonniksen

    Hi Husband:)
    I miss you! Praying for you! Hope you are feeling better soon. You are on my mind and in my thoughts.
    xoxoxShelbi Sonniksen Wife lol

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  18. We are hoping that you are doing well, as well as can be considering the circumstances. Hugs to you and your parents.

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  19. Noel, its me your daughter(: kelsey manninger-wilson. Everyone heres praying, missing you, cant wait till you can come over, your husban? Ryan, well he loves you and misses you, says he has me under control. haha. I just thought about our math class chairs, and how we'd eat in class, haha, we were the coolest people in that class! (: well, i love you, always your daughter Kelsey. (: Get well soon so that you can come over and i can make you a pie!

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  20. My Dear Noel,

    I am so sorry for your pain. Maybe it is like your grandpa says, the medicine is doing what it is supposed to do destroying the bad -and soon your strong body will be able to take over the fight.

    I want to thank you for writing about your journey, sharing yourself with people who care about you and by doing that giving us a way to be with you.

    Much love and caring,

    Great Aunt Carol

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  21. Our Dear Sweet Fighting Noel! We are so sad that you are going through a tough time during this fight. We know this has to be done to hit that curveball out of the park! Sunday the church continued to have a special prayer for you. After the service during announcements Pastor Willweber talked about you and your family and the fight you are going through. It sure has been hot this week and looks like it will continue to be. I hope you have been or soon will be able to be outside to enjoy and maybe do a little floating around in the pool. Sending you lots and lots of love and HUGS, Paul, Valerie and Caroline too.

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  22. It was so good "texting" with you yesterday you were cracking me up!!! Funny how you made me feel good!! Looking forward to your next entry... I love You more than you know!!!

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  23. Noel, hi my name is Johna Ruz and you may know me as Zoe Ruz's mom, and my son's girlfriend Alicia works for your mom...I want you to know we have been praying for you and expecting complete healing! I pray strength for your family as well that they will have this assurance in their hearts knowing the Lord is with you and will never ever leave you.
    I too fought for my life as a child and He showed up to show me I was not alone and gave me strength to fight my battle, he saved my life and miraculously healed me. He is the same yesterday, today and forever and still heals! If you get a chance look in His word and hold on to those healing scriptures that apply to you.
    You will overcome this, you will never be the same and many will come to the Lord through your testimony...please call me if you ever want prayers, our love and prayers to you:
    The Ruz Family..801-9210

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