Not leaving you, but taking a break from the boards...I hope you understand

Take a well-deserved break,
Take a well-deserved break, my friend. There are times we all need to pull back and recharge. We love you and understand. We'll be right here waiting for your return.

I do understand.
You need to take care of yourself first. Take the time you need and deserve. As many others have said we will all be here when you return. You will be in my thoughts.

Hugs,
Georgia

I totally understand
so many of us have really been saddened by what's happenend. I felt the same way after Moopy's passing. I think we all need to do what's best. I blanket you with prayers and warm positives thoughts.

Hugs,

Sylvia

RE said:

Sending cyber hugs!
Oh Claudia I so understand, you have been in my thoughts and prayers as well. I too have been a bit freaked out (okay a lot freaked out) these past months with all the recurrances. I do not have mets to the liver, however I was dx with fatty liver in May with high levels and counts, I will be calling my onco on Monday requesting blood work to recheck my levels. Trust me I totally understand, take what time you need, live life and enjoy yourself, recharge and get as strong as you can, you simply cannot always be superwoman none of us can. Thank you for all you do for us it is greatly appreciated, no YOU are greatly appreciated!

Love,

RE

That's survivor behavior!
I attend a support group run by Dr. Bernie Seigel. He was a surgeon and specialized in cancer. He was very well known in the 80s for his books and meditation tapes. He is also a very spritual man. LHe was one of the first to consider the mind body connection with cancer patients. He would be very proud of you for putting your needs first. Not an easy task for a giving person like you. To keep healing we must keep hoping and with all the losses recently that has been a challenge for all of us. Be well and be happy. Remember that we all love you, appreciate all you have done for us and we will be hear if you need us.

Roseann

Take Care of yourself Chen!!
Take Care of yourself Chen!! I totally understand, I'm feeling bad because I haven't been on the boards lately. Then I log on and find we have lost two warriors, breaks my heart. I have a PT Scan on Thursday and I'm pretty scared, Moopy or Joe always commented on my stuff because Moopy and I had the same diagnoses. I pray you find the strength you need and I pray you refuel your spirit. My heart bleeds for all of my warriors who feel any pain, please know that each and every one of you are in my prayers always. Sorry it's been so long since I've been on.
Hugs,
Kari

I Understand
I understand what you are saying and I think it is important to take care of yourself when you need to or you won't be worth a hoot to others. It has been a few tough weeks with Heide and Lisa. I try to not think of what might happen but when a sister falls....you can't help but think about it. In the famous words of Mr. Spock.....right now the needs of the One outweigh the needs of the many....you are the One. Take care of yourself and don't stay away too long.

I understand
Chen,

Take the time you need. I understand what you're saying about your heart racing wondering what you will see on the board. I want to avoid opening some of the posts because I know from the subject lines that they will be bad news (but I usually open them anyway).

You are a strong person with a great heart to help others. Focus on feeding your homeless people and resting so you regain your energy.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Reggie and I hope to see you on the board again soon.

With hugs and thanks,
Wolfi

Chen
Relax, regenerate, and enjoy your away time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers until you can rejoin us!! Take all the time you need.

Wolfi said:

I understand
Chen,

Take the time you need. I understand what you're saying about your heart racing wondering what you will see on the board. I want to avoid opening some of the posts because I know from the subject lines that they will be bad news (but I usually open them anyway).

You are a strong person with a great heart to help others. Focus on feeding your homeless people and resting so you regain your energy.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Reggie and I hope to see you on the board again soon.

With hugs and thanks,
Wolfi

Dearest Chen, You have been
Dearest Chen, You have been such a wonderfully positive resource here since I came on board over a year ago. I always looked forward to your posts and found a lot of love and support coming from your heart to ours. I remember thinking what a super human woman you are to have gone thru so much and still keep coming on strong. I have felt so puny lately because I wasn't bouncing back like I thought I should and then with all the terrible news lately, I felt like I would have to quit the board, too depressing. Well because of you and others, I found the strength to keep pressing on but I'm not here everyday, having to take a break ever so often. I still think you're that 50 ft. super human woman. Take as long as you need, but I know you'll be back stronger than ever. Till then, dear friend, take care of yourself and remember how much you're loved here and by all your family and friends. Wishing you well and sending you much love, Sunrae.

taleena said:

My dear friend, sister,
My dear friend, sister, kindred spirit... I must say that I whole heartidly appreciate, your honesty... these days have been difficult I can only imagine how much more difficult it is for you, and our other stage 4 sisters. Though I am sorry that you will not be participating on the boards as you always have for now, I am so glad that you see and are acting on the need to care for yourself at this time. That needs to be the number one priority... without taking time for ourselves we are unable to truly care for others.... rest my friend... recharge those batteries... take all the time you need... and as Kathy said we will be here...waiting ... for your return... we love you!! So glad that you have your sweet Reggie by your side... Rest my friend! And remember ... you are loved.

Hugs, to last until your return.

~T

How did I miss this one??
Chen,

I just saw your post on FB, enjoy your getaway and I hope you will relax and recharge
These have been tough times on the board and I can see your point.

But kindred spirits are like stars even if we don't always see them, we know they
are there!

Already looking forward to your next post.

Hugs,
Ayse