How do you say thank you?

nudgie
nudgie Member Posts: 1,478 Member
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
That is a question I have been asking myself for 3-1/2 years. I was DX with Stage II colon cancer in July of 2006 by emergency surgery and from that point on it was one big daze; glossy eye experience. I was in denial until my first chemo treatment, then it came crumbling / crashing down all at once. Wow, this is real, I really do have cancer, OMG what am I going to do? Please God, I am not ready. Family, friends, how do I cope. The thoughts, questions, confusion just would not end. I did not know where to go or who I could turn to for support, guidance, help, etc., until one day at work I was on the American Cancer Society website and found my SECOND FAMILY.

You gave me support, guidance, kind words, encouragement, facts, information ALL without question or judgement; WOW, you guys didn't even know me and you opened your hearts to help another human being, so how do I say THANK YOU, the only way I know how that would work with this family.

Dear Family,
I would like to take this time to say thank you for the support, guidance, encouragement, kind words, facts and information that you provided to me without question over the past 3-1/2 years.

Your open hearts gave me the strength and desire to push forward through my new journey no matter the road blocks or detours that were put in front of me.

I knew I could always turn to this family no matter the question for guidance I was looking for.

I thank God each night for YOU and pray that he continues to lay his hand over each and everyone of you.

Thank you

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  • angelsbaby
    angelsbaby Member Posts: 1,165 Member
    #2
    nudgie
    Just like you said it and it was beautiful I don't type that well or that much. so those words are what i would of liked to say so thank you.

    michelle
  • coloCan
    coloCan Member Posts: 1,944 Member
    #3
    angelsbaby said:

    nudgie
    Just like you said it and it was beautiful I don't type that well or that much. so those words are what i would of liked to say so thank you.

    michelle

    I'll triple that emotion:
    I'd be lost at sea without a life preserver without this site. Thanking all who've helped me get thru so far and wishing all health and happiness, as much as possible, for the coming year.... Thanks for being there......Steve
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  • tootsie1
    tootsie1 Member Posts: 5,044 Member
    #5
    Beautiful
    That's so beautiful. Thank you, dear. We could certainly say the same to you.

    *hugs*
    Gail
  • lizzydavis
    lizzydavis Member Posts: 893
    #6
    tootsie1 said:

    Beautiful
    That's so beautiful. Thank you, dear. We could certainly say the same to you.

    *hugs*
    Gail

    Great Post!
    When I first learned about my cancer, I was devastated and didn't know what to do. I found this site and found the answers, compassion, and experience I needed to give me confidence to go forward. I say thank you to everyone. Great post.
  • Shayenne
    Shayenne Member Posts: 2,342
    #7
    lizzydavis said:

    Great Post!
    When I first learned about my cancer, I was devastated and didn't know what to do. I found this site and found the answers, compassion, and experience I needed to give me confidence to go forward. I say thank you to everyone. Great post.

    I Was...
    The same way, when I first came here, I was so scared, and didn't know what to do or what was going to happen to me, and when I found this site, I'd lurk and not post alot, but then got into posting more, to try and help others as I was fighting, and have met such a wonderful family here that had gotten me through this ride. I don't know what I would be like today if I didn't stumble upon this site. I believe God puts certain people in our lives for a reason, and that's why I believe he led me to this family, you are all very inspirational to me, and give me alot of hope that you can live life, and not let cancer rule you.. You are all very special to me, and I love you all, thank you for being a part of my life.

    Hugsss!
    ~Donna
  • JDuke
    JDuke Member Posts: 438
    #8
    Shayenne said:

    I Was...
    The same way, when I first came here, I was so scared, and didn't know what to do or what was going to happen to me, and when I found this site, I'd lurk and not post alot, but then got into posting more, to try and help others as I was fighting, and have met such a wonderful family here that had gotten me through this ride. I don't know what I would be like today if I didn't stumble upon this site. I believe God puts certain people in our lives for a reason, and that's why I believe he led me to this family, you are all very inspirational to me, and give me alot of hope that you can live life, and not let cancer rule you.. You are all very special to me, and I love you all, thank you for being a part of my life.

    Hugsss!
    ~Donna

    Guilty
    This IS an exceptional group of people. I feel blessed to have found you. I am glad Donna admitted that she was a "lurker" in the beginning. I find myself returning time after time to see what new posts are here. I will type a comment and end up not posting it. I suppose I find myself feeling that I am still sort of waiting on the sidelines and have not been picked to play on the team yet. I know that it is my own self-consciousness holding me back. I read with keen interest everything you all have to say, but feel that my contribution would be lacking. I am really a confident person, so this is surprising to me. I will hang around until I find my "voice". Thank you again for all the caring and support that you provide to so many.
    Warmly,
    Joanne
  • khl8
    khl8 Member Posts: 807
    #9
    JDuke said:

    Guilty
    This IS an exceptional group of people. I feel blessed to have found you. I am glad Donna admitted that she was a "lurker" in the beginning. I find myself returning time after time to see what new posts are here. I will type a comment and end up not posting it. I suppose I find myself feeling that I am still sort of waiting on the sidelines and have not been picked to play on the team yet. I know that it is my own self-consciousness holding me back. I read with keen interest everything you all have to say, but feel that my contribution would be lacking. I am really a confident person, so this is surprising to me. I will hang around until I find my "voice". Thank you again for all the caring and support that you provide to so many.
    Warmly,
    Joanne

    Thank you
    I am sitting here at my computer at work and the tears are flowing. I agree with everything that you said! I am also so thankful and grateful for all of you!
    Kathy
  • dorookie
    dorookie Member Posts: 1,731 Member
    #10
    Saved my Life
    This board and all the wonderful people here did save my life. I know I owe alot to GOd and my medical team, but I also owe alot to the people here. No one knows better then the people here what you might or are going through. People here have helped me in so many ways and I say Thank you to all of you here. This is my home, and I am not going anywhere. I want everyone to know that if I can ever help out please just let me know. I will do what ever I can with what I have.

    God Bless everyone
    Beth
  • dorookie
    dorookie Member Posts: 1,731 Member
    #11
    JDuke said:

    Guilty
    This IS an exceptional group of people. I feel blessed to have found you. I am glad Donna admitted that she was a "lurker" in the beginning. I find myself returning time after time to see what new posts are here. I will type a comment and end up not posting it. I suppose I find myself feeling that I am still sort of waiting on the sidelines and have not been picked to play on the team yet. I know that it is my own self-consciousness holding me back. I read with keen interest everything you all have to say, but feel that my contribution would be lacking. I am really a confident person, so this is surprising to me. I will hang around until I find my "voice". Thank you again for all the caring and support that you provide to so many.
    Warmly,
    Joanne

    I PICK YOU
    okay your now picked, so you are on the team...Come on over and join the fun...glad to have you...*HUGS*

    Beth
  • KathiM
    KathiM Member Posts: 8,028 Member
    #12
    The best way to say 'thank you'.....
    is to return the favor....

    I am on my 15th 'patient partner'. I frequently get asked how they can help me, and I say...Just help someone, as I have you....

    So, there is your cause...remember how frightened you were, there are so many others that are just as scared...

    Hugs, Kathi

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