Day at the beach by Noel.

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Getting through all the chemo

So last week officially sucked. Chemo everyday and feeling like I had the flu all week, that was definitely a blast! Although, I still wouldn't change anything one bit. God put me in this situation for a reason, and so far it has been a great. So many people helping and supporting me, it is inspiring and unbelievable. Well my family and I made a trip to Santa Barbara, I got another lumbar puncture and I ended up having to get a blood transfusion due to low hemoglobin. So that took up the rest of my day yesterday. As I sat in the hospital with all the other adults getting transfusions, I thought to myself as I studied each of them "What are their stories? What is God's plan for them? Where is their family or support group?" then I looked over at my parents and remembered how grateful I am to have them and everyone else supporting me all the time. I usually don't remember waking up after my procedures are finished. Although I do remember waking up yesterday and hearing the cry of a young child. Yet again the same questions ran through my mind. While I waited to fully recover from the anesthesia I met the young child who was crying. She was almost three years old with these beautiful big brown eyes. She too had A.L.L leukemia and was in maintenance stage. This baby didn't know what was going on, every time she was visiting the hospital or getting poked to get labs done. All she knew or could say about her situation was "I'm sick". It made me thankful to at least be aware of my situation and to know and comprehend everything. I sat there inspired and amazed thinking "If this baby can get through all of this, I definitely can too."

God made you on purpose for a purpose. 
                                                      ~Max Lucado

18 comments:

  1. Another beautiful post from a beautiful young lady. You are stronger than I ever will be. Love seeing your joy in life that shines through.
    I love you!
    Aunt Sheila

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  2. that brought tears to my eyes
    you have no idea how much you are inspiring people around you
    <3

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  3. Noel,
    Your truly are special and you are in good hands. Keep believing! We will keep praying!
    "Don't be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed." Luke 8:50
    XXXOOO
    The Koehlers

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  4. Noel~
    You are so wise beyond your years. Your posts consistently bring me to tears because I'm so amazed at how strong your faith is at such a young age. It will do you well on this journey.

    "If this baby can get through all of this, I definitely can too..." You betcha you will. He will strengthen you and see you through.

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  5. Hi Beautiful girl - I'm sorry you had such a sucky week last week. Always thinking about you and praying for you. Thank you for all your inspiring words and teachings in faith!! Sending lots of hugs!

    Brenda

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  6. Noel~ Your Aunt Sheila is right, your strength and outlook through this journey is truly amazing. Your feelings for that little girl at the hospital, shows how beautiful your heart is. Wishing you a much better week than last. <3 Debbie Phenicie <3

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  7. God did make you on purpose and for a purpose! You are inspiring, selfless and loving. You have 6 followers in my prayer group-the Yahwehs. Each of them follow your blog and your Dad's website. They are amazed by by your words of encouragement.

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  8. Truly inspired by every word. I hope that you are feeling better now. My mom and I will be seeing you this weekend..can't wait!! Love you to pieces Noey:)
    -Ali & Aunt Eydie

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  9. You are so amazing and beautiful.. Like I said, your phone call on my birthday was the best present ever, it just threw me a little because you sounded like Riley!! I love you and miss you every day!! I will be seeing you soon .. ;)

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  10. You continue to amaze me noel with your words, your postive attitude and most of all your strenght and curage. I want you to know that YOU have touched my life. I read the things you post and I sit in AWW how much of a bueatiful and inspiring person you are. You are touching the lives of everyone you meet and everyone that hears about you. I am forever greatful for changing my life. you have touched my heart. you and your family are in my prayers and Your strength will pull you through. Thank you truly for all you have given me. - Victoria Marquez

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  11. Noey- Geez, I miss you so much! I am thinking of you and your family everyday...I'm out in the softball stands watching Moni practice and it is just not the same because I expect to see you out there, although I know you can't be at this time. It's just not as much fun, I think Moni would totally agree! Last year remember we were watching you run into the fence at Atascadero!!LOL. I can't wait for you to get out there again, I know that you will.. You are a strong kid, one of the strongest that I know! We all miss you, Kevan and Chochy ask about you and wear your bracelets proudly! Take care and we will see you soon... we love you! -- Marcy

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  12. We think about you every day Noey. Stay strong kid...Katrina and Danielle.

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  13. Noel, I think about you everyday! I listened to your interview, you did great! Take care.

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  14. You did a great job on the radio yesterday and I hope and pray that you will have an outstanding turnout tomorrow even with the multiple activities going on. We will drop by after opening ceremonies for soccer. Sending a prayer your way every day.

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  15. Noel! I so glad your so positive! Missing you lots! Seems like your doing really good, we all love you, and miss you here at my home! ha, i have a new number, i'd like you to have it, 8058353651, call me whenever you need someone to talk to i have my phone 24/7 ♥

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  16. I sat and glanced at you across the lawn today during church service, the sun was perfectly illuminating you. I thought to myself, he has his hands on you, he is touching you with his spirit now! I have been in your parents position before with a young child and I continually pray for all of you. My child said to me when he read your story, "she will be ok, I can give her hope, but she will make it on her own". He truly meant it and I have to say there was something spiritual today seeing that sunlight on you, you have so many gifts...The biggest one is your appreciation of all of them. You are in our prayers daily, we will continue to support you and your family any way that we can. God Bless you Noel...

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  17. Hi Noel,
    I have been reading your blog for a while and I was thinking, have you applied to Make A Wish Foundation we have a friend that runs make a wish and it would be something to look forward to while going through this challenge. God loves you and you have a great family that cares for you a lot. God Bless you! Please email me if you would like me to have Make a Wish get in contact with you. thesorce2@gmail.com

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  18. Hi Noel,

    I have a quick question about your blog, would you mind emailing me when you get a chance?

    Thanks,

    Cameron

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