Oh, I'm going in for my blood tests next week, CT the following week, and results the week after that. I TOTALLY get it! Prayers to you and positive thoughts to the universe for good news! Send us an email to BigValleyLiving@gmail.com to keep us posted. We really want to know that you're doing well. ~ Michelle
Carlene, I sure didn't want to make you cry! It is an emotional journey, for sure. I hope you and yours are well, and I will keep you in my prayers. Keep that positive outlook, because that, positive thoughts, and great friends/family are key to remaining strong.
I’m praying for you and your husband right now…please let us know how things turn out. I sincerely hope it isn’t too bad - but no matter what, with the right mindset, medical team, and a loving group of family and friends, he can do this!
Oh my...what a journey...thank you for sharing. Our daughter was 39 when she was dx with st. 3 colon cancer. It was a rough journey but she is doing very well. It was so scary for me as a mom. Again thank you for sharing and reminding us to stay positive.💟
Oh, my! I'm so glad she's doing well now! Yes, every parent's nightmare, for sure. It was very difficult to tell my mom. I hope to be having a lot of fun 10 years from now!
Michelle, I'm a few yrs older then you. You tube suggested your channel because i follow Jenny Apple. Ive listen to a few of your videos and you are very inspiring girl! I don't have cancer but ive lost my father his mother, and sister. In 18months time to all different cancers. I am a smoker since 1985. Since watching Jenny and your videos I'm seriously thinking about quitting now. I have watched others who never smoked dealing with cancer. Im also going to check out your other videos i love cooking and i also garen, pressure can, and just started raising chicken's May you continue to be blessed and experience beautiful memories forever imprinted on your heart.
Anne, thank you SO much for your kind comments! It is never, EVER too late to quit smoking. I smoked for so long, had quit a few times for over a year at a shot, slowed down a lot, but couldn't kick the habit until I made that promise to my doctor. Everything in our home smells better, and I think the dogs like it, too. Glad you like the same types of things as we do. Come along and enjoy the journey. Welcome! Prayers and blessings to you. It is so hard to lose our family members. We have also lost our parents, and it's so very hard. 💕🙏🏼🌷
Thank you Michelle for telling us your story. People today are living much longer with terminal cancer. My father was diagnosed with colon cancer in January of 1994 which had already metastasized to his liver. He went through chemo after chemo and radiation, but died 8 months later. My grandfather also had colon cancer. Please, please please...GET A REGULAR COLONOSCOPY! It can save your life, especially with the newer treatments. I am adding you to my prayers, you are a remarkable and courageous woman. Sending hugs. ❤🙏❤
Darlene, thank you for your kind words. I’m very sorry for your loss. Treatment and earlier diagnoses seem to be key. Every time I go through a round, I hope that within the next couple of years, a better method will come around. God bless.
@@BigValleyLiving I pray for the same for you. You've been through so much. I went through breast cancer treatments, but am stage 2B and NED at this time. 🙏❤️🌷
I was crying with you and I know you have shared with me about your journey. I love your positivity and amazing personality you are so much fun. I am so honored to be your friend and compete with you on Tony’s channel it was fun. I remember something I said I will visit with you some time about that. I love the place you chose to share it’s absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. I think you will be an advocate for others in such a positive way! I love you friend. And I will see you online soon. Wendy❤🐞
You are a strong woman. You’ve been through a lot and I think you have an amazing outlook. I’m so glad you have such a wonderful support network. You are loved. ❤
Thank you, Michelle for sharing your story. I am praying for you from the bottom of my heart. You are so strong. I’m so glad you have such a supportive team of doctors. Your attitude is so positive. I’m happy you have such a wonderful family. Stay strong! Sending healing prayers for you. 💞🙏🏻💞
Aww, Nanny Tam, thank you so much! I have struggled with whether to share or not, but it is going to be so nice to talk about a lot of "why" we do what we do here at our home. My doctors are nothing short of amazing, and our huge extended family is so loving and supportive. I honestly pray for those who are not as truly blessed.
Thank you SO much, Caroline! You are very kind. We have to have hope and we need to support each other in the thing called "Life." Yes - slowly but surely, we keep on keepin' on!
I absolutely loved your outlook, “living with cancer” and the fact that you kept up with so many activities! My mom was currently diagnosed and we are all terrified but both my parents have been so positive and peaceful about it, and I’m hoping that she’ll be able to continue with her daily activities to some extent as well. It was lovely watching your video, thank you
Hi Michelle....First thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing your cancer journey with us. It really touched my heart as I was diagnosed with endometrial Cancer about a year ago. Luckily it was stage 1 and and hadnt spread to my lymph nodes. It was such a stressful time as I had to have few different surgeries. I so agree to have a postivie outlook. And I will always be keeping you in my prayers
Karen, thank YOU for sharing. I'm so happy they caught yours early on! Yes, that positive attitude really makes a world of difference. I appreciate being in your prayers, and I will also keep you in mine. Have a blessed day!
I found your video to be very ulifting, thank you. You are an inspiration to me and I'm sure to so many others. May God bless you and keep you strong in this journey. St. Jude has always helped me through my tribulations.
Thanks for sharing the story of your difficult journey, and your words of wisdom. You tackled it with strength, grace, and a positive attitude- truly inspirational! Also, thanks for emphasizing advocacy, and the healing power of both nature and a support network. Love your curls!!!
Thank you for your kind comment! I love my curls, too. I lost them when going through infusion, and then again during radiation. At first, I thought it was neat to have straight hair, but I soon found that they are a part of "me." I am so glad that the message of hope and positivity spoke to your heart. I'm humbled by your kind words. May God bless you.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us all. Sending big hugs from Australia, you got this girl, I to have a regular colonoscopy to remove benign polyps, just in case, always keeping fingers crossed. Again a big thank you.
Thank you for sharing your story. My husband was just diagnosed with colon cancer but we don’t know the stage yet. So many questions…not sure where to start or what to do. Surgery coming up very soon. My prayers are with you and again… thank you.🙏🙏💜💜
Jeanne, you are so welcome. I only saw science-based videos when I was first diagnosed, and didn't know anyone with this cancer that I could talk to. I have found that it's quite common, and that there are several suspected causes, which means we can help younger folks actively take steps to avoid it. I am praying for your husband's surgery to be effective, and that if treatment is recommended, the doctors explain his options and what to expect. Don't forget yourself, too. I know my husband has been incredibly strong, but he worries, and I encourage him to get away and have fun doing things that HE loves to do. Hugs and prayers.
That is a great question! No, I hadn’t. It was my answers to a questionnaire that my primary physician sends before annual physicals. I mentioned the change in shape and color of my stool, and he got me right in to see a gastroenterologist.
♥️🙏🏼 Life gives you 10%… 90% is what YOU do with it! 🙏🏼♥️ Thank You Michelle for sharing your inspirational story. I’ve had a serious chronic illness for over 10 years. And, you hit upon the same life strategies that have helped me. ~ Be your own Advocate ~ Be GRATEFUL for the little things ~ Be Kind to Yourself I’ll keep you in my prayers 🥰
Thank you SO much! I'm so sorry that you have a chronic illness. It's not easy, and it certainly isn't for wimps. I'm so glad you get the message and take it to heart. You are also in my prayers. We'll support each other. Deal? See you soon, and thank you for being here. All the time - it's such a neat community!
My sista! You had me bawling less than 2 minutes I to this! So proud of you for sharing and lending to the possibility to "Life Is Not Over" thought process. You got this and Thank You for being you and sharing! Beautiful scenery by the way. Looks like a great place to live! 😂❤
Thank you, Tony! Thank you also, for introducing me to all of the wonderful friends I have made since October 2022! Didn't mean to make you cry, but it is touching that you watched. Yes, that would be a great place to live if it wasn't as hot as Northern California, lol! Seriously, I've never kayaked before, but if I ever do, that's where I'm going!
Thank you, Cindy! That's what ultimately drove my (our) decision to release it. This was years in the making...I also appreciate your prayers. They are SO powerful!
First, I would like to thank you for sharing your journey. You'll continually be in my prayers. You're are an inspiration to us and whoever is going through a similar situation. Blessings my friend!!! That background is priceless!!!
Thank you SO much. It was a long time in the making, because it is difficult to say out loud at first. Crazy, I know, but once that ice is broken, it is easier. I appreciate your prayers, and hope that this crazy disease can be conquered once and for all. The background? Goodness, I have never been in such a quiet place in my life.
DO you KNOW The LORD JESUS CHRIST as Your SAVIOR?? HE is The CREATOR of ALL; SOVEREIGN; ETERNAL, & DIED on the Cross to PAY your SIN DEBT 'IN FULL'. Life in this Fallen, Sin-filled, world is temporary. ETERNITY in GOD'S KINGDOM is ETERNAL. WHAT is your World VIEW & FAITH Base?? # My precious Mother Died at 76 years old.. from Colon Cancer that spread to her Liver. My maternal Grandmother also Died from Colon Cancer at the age of 62. My siblings and I are getting our Colonoscopies faithfully. I Hope and Pray that you will be able to be completely FREE from Cancer.
Thank you for your message. I appreciate your story, and hope that you and your siblings enjoy long, healthy lives on this earth before joining your loved ones in eternal life. May God bless you.
Michelle!!! This is an Amazing Video - your positivity is the Key that has kept you surviving - every time we talk or I see you in a collab or in a live I admire your tenacity to stay strong with everything that has come up against you! I remember when we first met you were starting treatments a year ago and I was just in shock but, I have watched you consistently keep a smile on your face! I love you girl! I think this video was made for EVERYONE - because we ALL need to hear the words BE KIND! What an amazing story!!! 💙💜💙
Tiffany, you are so sweet! I know when I first met you that we would be lifelong friends, like so many others. I think we all need to go on that Alaskan cruise in 2025! Hugs, and love to you and James.
Thank You so so so very much for sharing inspiring as encouraging us also my tears flowed with you ma'am you as yours r in all my prayer's.. God bless you as yours in every area of you life's 😊 much Love Hugs ❤️ I am in the hospital for stage 4 Colon Cancer
Thank you SO much, Kris! I know you have been struggling with life issues, too. Side note: I scored a 124 year-old gem pan, of all places, in an antique store in Kettle Falls, WA! Gem recipe from your book coming sooner than you think. Prayers to your family, as well!
Dorinda, I found your channel (and you!) through @Tube Buddy, and instantly saw you as a peaceful warrior. I think about seeing you hooked up for infusion, remembering my own journey. Your garden perks my spirit up, and your strength and courage give my soul the same. Continued blessings. 💕🙏🏼💕
Prayers are powerful and stay positive. Trust and Believe In Jesus healing hands. Praying for you too . I’m also a cancer patient like you but still I stay happy and blessed.
Oh I like that "embrace the Grace" I have always said it takes more grace to receive than give. Letting people help is a gift to you both. I love the team work you and JJ have and how you now have it with your medical team.
Oh, Mouse Toes...You're the bestest! When you called me "Michellinator" months ago without knowing about this, you boosted my armor of strength. I so enjoy your encouragement, friendship, mentorship...and the fact that you like JJ, lol. He's a keeper. Just like Vern.
I just came upon your video today. What a beautiful, uplifting woman you are! Thank you so much for sharing your story with the world. You stated "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you". What a wonderful quote. That is one thing I remember my grandmother always saying, and I love by it to this day. Much love to you and your loved ones. Hugs from South Carolina. ❤❤❤
Thank you for watching and offering such kind words! Yes, we should always consider treating others how we'd like to be treated. Our family was big on that! One of the things I learned as a teenager was to treat everyone as you would treat your grandmother. Great advice, I think. Also, never serve anything to someone that you would not serve to your grandmother. Thank you for the hugs and love! Same to you. Have a beautiful day!
Tom, never! I'm too stubborn for that and I have a LOT more living to do. You, friend, are an inspiration. Can't wait to play you on Tony's game tomorrow afternoon. It's going to be a hoot!
Michelle, I am so sorry you have cancer. Thank you for making this video. I am a cancer survivor too. I can only imagine all you are going through. I get colonoscopies every 3 years for screening as I am high risk. My Dad died of colon cancer and my Mom of uterine cancer. I pray for your healing…there is always hope ((HUG))❤️🙏🌷
LJ, thank you for your kind words. I'm so sorry you lost both of your parents to cancer. Good for you to get those regular colonoscopies! Treatment improves greatly every year, which is encouraging. Thank you for your prayers - there IS always hope!
Awww, thank you! I have been canning with the hubby all afternoon, and spending a little time with family. I popped in to see comments from time to time, and have been overwhelmed with the kindness. Have a super day!
Oh Michelle…. I love you… I am so proud of you for sharing your story! You are SUCH an inspiration for others! You have been such a true an genuine friend to me, and so many others. You are so brave! ❤ God sent me a gift when he blessed me with our friendship. Your positivity is nothing less than contagious 🥰
OK, I had to wait until this morning to respond to this extremely kind comment. I have really enjoyed collaborating with you, but more than that, the friendship that has developed. It means the world to me, and keeps my spirits high!
Michelle I am so grateful 🙏 to know you! You are an example of living for the day!! And so many positive messages we love you so much! Always here for you my friend!!❤❤😊😊😊
Thank you for sharing. I especially appreciated your advice to accept help when it is offered. Many years ago, I was in a situation where people were giving me money to get school clothes for my kids. It made me feel uncomfortable and I wanted to decline. A wise friend told me that by saying no, I would rob the givers of a blessing. Once I understood it was for them instead of for me, I could graciously accept their offers.
That is a great lesson, and I'm so glad you shared your story! It is very true that we deny those who wish to help when we refuse their offers. May God bless you. Your children are very lucky to have such a wise parent.
What a beautiful and strong story. A great reminder for all. I had to switch orthopedic oncologists myself. So important to have the right team. I’m glad you switched oncologists too!!!
Glenda, thank you. I wasn't aware of you needing an orthopedic oncologist. That sounds painful in itself. We must advocate for ourselves. You are a true inspiration with all you and your husband have been through. I'm so happy we have been able to connect through the RU-vid community. Prayers for you, and continued blessings.
Absolutely. And family is sometimes the friends we meet in other communities. I so enjoy your stories and Tom's lives and meals. You are both bright spots in my day.
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2019. Just started a treatment that the doctor has said is the "last option". I've been able to be positive until now. Your video has helped to get through today. Thanks for being raw and honest.Prayers for you and your husband.
Thank you for sharing your deeply personal story. You make many important points, especially about finding a doctor or team that is a partnership in your care. Wishing you many more years of life. Thank you also for all the resources you listed.
Thank you for sharing your journey to colon cancer stage 4. I do agree with you just stay positive for I’m one of you suffering from this cancer.God is Good all the time and just Trust and Believe In His healing and prayers help a lot.
I hate cancer my mom passed away 3years ago today that is why I watch all these videos she suffered so much and I wanted to learn more about this awful disease every one is different I hope you beat that crap it's awful pray for you 🙏
I’m so sorry about your mom. It is an insidious disease, but every time I go through treatment, I work towards never having to go through it again, and be one of the people who say,”I HAD cancer “x” years ago. Ya know?
Thank you for sharing your story. It is so very hard to find specialists like your 2nd oncologists. I don't have cancer but I have a health issue and finding good treatment teams is so difficult and defeating when you spend time with the not-so-good treatment teams. Thank you for helping give people permission to find a good doc. I agree... every day you wake up, find something to be happy about or something to enjoy. It's a lesson I've just recently noticed as important and am still trying to learn.
Oh, Dawn. I just appreciate everything you've shared with us, and I adore your calming videos. Every time I am hot, uncomfortable or irritable, I put on your thunderstorm video and center my being...
My dear friend. I love you and am so proud of you. You are amazing and I so treasure our friendship. You and Natasha are two peas in a pod! You both have an amazing attitude and fully live life!!!❤
Oh, Renee...you are so sweet! We have been able to have so many meaningful conversations, and hearing about Natasha's story is inspirational for me. To think she got an aggressive cancer at such a young age, but went through college and living a truly fulfilling life. THAT is amazing!
Your videos are a gift. Thank you. My mother had colon cancer, but she was older, she had a resection, and beat it. Then she got Lymphoma, beat it. Then it came back. She was in her 90's. She finally passed at 95, but it wasn't the cancer. She went peacefully in her sleep, her heart just wore out. You have a lot of years to look forward too!
Hey Michelle - Donna from RI. THANKS so much for sharing your story. I think it’s so important for us to hear and you to tell - right? Cancer no longer has to be a death sentence. Wonderful strides are being made and I hope they continue so lovely people like you can benefit! I had thyroid cancer (misdiagnosed) over 20 years ago. I did EXACTLY what you said. I advocated for my self and went to Brigham and Women’s Hospital for a 2nd opinion and a 2nd surgery. I truly believe if I had done what the original doc had said (which was nothing) I wouldn’t be here. I continue to see my Endocrinologist at Brigham yearly. The Universe provides what you need when you need it. I have a great story about how I got my Endo’s name . . . Synchronicities. Stay well. And keep spreading your wonderful message. Much Love.💚
What a story! YES!!! If you ever would be interested in sharing your story in a live chat, I would be honored. We must spread this message of strength, courage, and hope…Many many blessings to you!
Michelle, Your thoughts about fighting cancer are spot on with my fight for survival against cancer back in 2009. I hope you had genetic testing for Lynch Syndrome. Having cancer during Covid pandemic must have been the absolute worst! Please keep posting. I agree 100% that nature around us is amazing! Living with cancer doesn’t look tge same way for all of us, that’s for sure❤️
Thank you for this message, LJ. I hope that in 14 years, I'm saying the same thing to someone about "having cancer in 2023..." Your words encourage me! Actually, I loved COVID. Sounds strange...but where we live, everyone had to mask up, people were hired to keep surfaces clean, and I was able to go to the grocery store and other places knowing that I was safer than non-pandemic times. Also, I got to work from home. Less germs, more normal life!
Prayers 🙏 Michelle. Crying with you.😢 Thank you very much for sharing your journey with us. You truly are an inspiration to so many, myself included! Thoughts and prayers always, I have big shoulders and ears for you. This hits hard. Agreed, if I was closer, I'd be there and give you a big ole Bear 🐻 hug and a kiss on your cheek. I'm glad you have found a great medical staff, those are few. Will be praying for you and JJ!! You are a strong woman, that Truly is a beautiful place, for a beautiful woman ❤🙏🤗
Jamie, thank you SO much! I had to take a few hours to do some canning, and came back to amazing messages of love, friendship, and kindness. I probably cried a gallon of happy tears. I promised myself that I would respond to 10 comments tonight. My heart is happy AND full. Wasn't sure how this would go.
Walk with God. My immunotherapy damaged my kidneys, so my treatments stopped. Kidneys have come back up to stage 3 & my nodules are not growing. Everyone reacts differently to treatment. Unfortunately after 4 years, my fantastic onocologist left the area... but, I have outlived the predicted life expectancy for stage 4 by 2 yrs so far. My mother had cancer 4 times. She never ever gave up. Thank you for sharing.
What's the medicine for the nausea. Nausea is my biggest fear of everything. I feel like I could handle most of it if I needed to if I don't have to worry about the nausea. When I'm nauseous or vomiting, I feel like I want to die.
Hi. Well, for me, it depends on the treatment type. With all treatments, my first go-to is Zofran. But it doesn’t work for everyone. I would encourage you to work closely with your medical team to try at least two and see which one works best for you. When I had infusion, I took a combination to keep in front of nausea, because you can only take so much of each one in a 24-hour period. I came REALLY CLOSE to vomiting a lot, but I also have a horrible fear of throwing up. I don’t remember the other drugs, as it was a few years ago. Honestly, it depends on the person and the particular treatment they’re undergoing. Please, PLEASE reach out to your doctor. Even if you have to try a few, it is worth it when you get further into your treatment. I’m not a doctor - just a person going through treatment. I hope you do well. Deep breathing, water, and naps really helped a lot. And ginger! Chews, tea, pickled…doesn’t matter. Ginger is my real miracle drug!
Sorry for your loss. Getting a screening is super important and letting our medical folks know when something is not right is important. Thanks so much.
Thank you for sharing with us, I know how hard it was to share your story, you are so strong! It can really help others going through the same experience to know that they're not alone and that there's hope. I know it must not feel like it, but you seem absolutely vibrant for someone going through all of this and I think it's absolutely because of your positive outlook. Positivity and gratefulness has gotten us through so much too! 🥰 The location you picked is so beautiful and healing! 🙏 Today I'm grateful that you found my channel so that I can now follow you on your journey as well! 💕
Oh, you are a joy. Thank you. I took the first dose for this round (hopefully my last one EVER). 27 doses to go (2 per day.) The main thing is being tired and super forgetful. But my hubby helps me with memory issues until I get through it. That’s what our life partners do, right?
Just came across this...thanks for posting this as I am going through a bit of a rough patch with insomnia, part-time job and helping with my Mom who has dementia. Love your positive attitude. I'm a colon cancer survivor...11 years out now, got breast cancer 1 1/2 years ago. I have been very, very luck that both times I have been able to do other treatments besides chemo. Just surgery and radiation. But now trying to figure out if my insomnia is because of the estrogen blocker I'm on for the breast cancer...or is it stress from dealing with my Mom's dementia as she has been very difficult to deal with and it's only going to get worse. Positive always helps as there is always someone worse off than we are. I will also encourage everyone to get their colonoscopy...I was late getting mine because I never had any problems and I was always more worried about getting breast cancer since my Mom had had it. Only symptom I had was I had gotten very tired and was diagnosed with anemia, even though I never saw any signs of blood. My GP finally convinced me to get my colonoscopy to rule it out...sure enough. It was a total shock. I was lucky that my tumor had gone through the colon wall, but it was encased in fat so that saved me from being a stage 3. Every day is a gift...Thank-you for sharing your journey...and praying that you keep on kicking cancer to the curb!
Debbie, thank you so much for sharing your story. Isn't it amazing how the body can react and protect you? I'm glad your doctor convinced you to get that colonoscopy! I have a few friends who have undergone treatment for breast cancer, and they are doing well. I will pray that your cancer heals and you continue to live a happy, fulfilled life. I'm terribly sorry about your mom. Unfortunately, it is the person who has to make their own life choices, whether it is good for them or not. It's a good thing that you're there to help her. That is a true blessing for her.
I hope you have a successful healing phase. Please keep us updated as to how you're doing. Recovery is difficult at first, but it truly gets easier. Keep moving!!! Please feel free to email updates to your condition, if you're up to it. Best wishes and prayers to you and your family. ~ Michelle
@BigValleyLiving thank you for your prayers Michelle. I have decided no Chemo. I have healed quickly. I will keep you updated. Continued prayers for you Michelle.
Hello Michelle. I live in Sacramento, use to have a cabin in Pinecrest and had to drive through Jackson & Sonora all the time. I was diagnosed with breast cancer 9 years ago, had a single mastectomy (stage 2) and lymph nodes that were cancerous (stage 3) and then after having a PET scan it showed many, many spots in my lungs that, after a biopsy, were cancerous (stage 4). I had been prepped for chemo and radiation but after the lung biopsy, those were taken off the table....no cure for me......AND I THANK GOD EVERY DAY THAT THEY WERE. My oncologist said in her experience 10 years...again, I am in year nine, it will be 10 in November. I have CT Scans twice a year and God's grace is keeping the biggest nodes to 8mm and 9mm. He has a plan for me and that diagnosis was a wake up call to Jesus for me. I am blessed that I did not have to go through those treatments (I am on a small dose hormone blocker only) and I believe positive living and not doom and gloom are definitely the answer. Hang in there, keep the faith and I hope to meet you in person some day.
I just came across this video and I absolutely love that you advocated for yourself and immediately knew you needed a different doctor that would work with you. It is so important to have confidence in your care team and know that you are heard and seen! I appreciate how educated you are on your diagnosis and you are your best advocate. Thank you for this. I am going through health concerns myself and I canceled a follow-up with the gastroenterologist knowing my next step is a colonoscopy but I know I need to reschedule now. Thank you so much for this video, I wish you all the best.
Thank you for your kind thoughts. I'm SO glad you were moved to make another appointment. This is exactly why I started sharing such a personal and somewhat embarrassing story. Now that I know how prevalent it is, I just want one person at a time to get the courage to make an appointment, speak up, or whatever it takes. Please let me know how your visit turns out, and know that I'll pray for a good outcome for you every single day.
Sorry to hear your cancer. Will keep you in my prayers for your health recovery. My father in law never survived this. Good choice of doctor. Glad you are still her with us. Keep taking good care of yourself. Thanks for your story and advice.❤
Bless your beautiful heart!🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼 Your words are an inspiration to many, and your gratefulness is overflowing.♥️ My hats off to you, you're walking a humble and gracious path.🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼💫
Thank you so much. It was a struggle to decide whether to share or not, but so many people need to know that there is hope and happiness...I appreciate your kind words. Have a blessed day.
Hi Michele oh my dear, how I needed to hear this today. I have state 4 liver cancer which metastasis from Colin. 3 surgeries later and some ridiculous txment I don't trust. Anyway I ended up w an Illeostomy bag which has been my biggest problem. It is almost a year since diagnosis and I have gone to MAYO in Rochester as thry couldn't help me here. So am praying for a reversal surgery September 19th. Then on to different protocol. I am not comfortable w my team here at home so will have to travel 600 miles each way but it's worth it I too have the most amazing friends and my son and family in Alaska which is tough but he comes home and granddaughter and her husband 4 beautiful great grandchildren . I needed to hear everything you said from advocating,to allow friends to help to showing myself grace. I Tha k you from the bottom of my heart as I cry and smile thru listening to you and writing to you. We are Warriors that need aliitke help from our friends,now and again. That lake is stunning. Enjoy!!¡ Kathy
Kathy - I have no words to express how your message and story touched my heart. I am so sorry that you didn't have the "dream team" from the start, but it is NEVER too late. Let your family and friends be your rock, and thank goodness you looked outside of your immediate area to find a medical team that you trust. My husband and I were moved to tears reading your message. We will be praying that your new team will be able to bring you the stabilization you need to live a much more fulfilled life. I was very lucky not to have had an ileostomy, and thank my lucky stars every day. However, if it would have been the only option, it would have been a part of my story, as it has for you. We will be praying every day that you will have the procedure to restore you to a more comfortable place on September 19. PLEASE send us an email to: BigValleyLiving@gmail.com to keep us posted. Please share this with your son and family, so they can also keep us posted when you recuperate. I am so moved and pleased that my story has provided you with hope and courage. That's all I wanted when I recorded this video. To help ONE person. God bless you. PLEASE stay in touch. You will forever be in my thoughts. ~ Michelle
Funny you should ask - I just finished a vlog about that very topic. It should be uploaded within three hours, and it will have “signs and symptoms” in the title.
Your post came in my feed. I have never watched your channel. But wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you. You know, when we suffer any pain or misfortune. It automatically unites us closer to Jesus. Apply your suffering, to his on the cross. Don't waste this opportunity, or your pain. God bless you, my friend.
Thank you Michelle for sharing your journey! You are so positive and strong and i need that .Like Sarah say! Be kind make good choice! Love and Hugs from Eva in Sweden
Eva, thank you for your kind words! We all need to know we're not alone in this fight. And it doesn't matter what the fight is. Hugs and love right on back to you in Sweden!
One of the bravest people I have the pleasure to know! Held the tears all the way to the end. Life's to short, you've got to enjoy it! Celebrate all parts. Fridays are just another day of the week....until you compare it to Mondays..lol.
Well, thank you, Mr. Miller! You know what life can deal to you, and you and Mrs. Miller handle it with grace. Wait until JJ makes his video about being the partner of someone with something that's life altering. You'll likely identify with that position. Thanks for watching, friend.
I added more veggies, more berries (blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries are my favorites), and no soda. In coming videos, you’ll see that I am dedicated to elevating our diets even more. While I am going to continue consuming some fish and poultry. Mammalian meats will be largely avoided, as well as flour-based and commercial pasta. I am going to consume far less bread, and we are looking at ancient grains and sourdough-based baked products. Crackers? I need crackers. Mine are going to be homemade as often as possible, but I will share some store-bought for the sake of convenience and as healthier options.
Thank you for sharing this journey. Our son found out a year ago that he has stage 4 cancer. It is not curable. The oncologists have been honest with him and are "trying to buy him time". He is not positive. He has never married nor has children so he feels alone. He is 43. I cannot get him out of his negative head space. I don't know what to do. Hugs to you as you put out positive vibes. Thank you.
Angela, I'm so sorry that, as a mother, you have to see this. It's a helpless feeling to simply have your child go through something like this, but for them have a negative headspace, it must be *that* much harder to see. I truly hope he finds some joy...it really is all around us! Praying your situation turns around and your son is able to feel better.
Blimey Michelle…you are an absolute inspiration….I’m sat here at 50 listening to you and I’m in awe of your positivity….i recently lost my mum,dad,and stepdad…….i also lost my best friend from school to suicide…..my life feels like doom the majority of the time but blimey you really made me sit up and take a look at how i start each day….i love your attitude i love the way you speak…and i love you as such a positive person ❤
Kimberley, I saw this message yesterday, and had to reflect before responding. How much you have lost in the recent past! Your words are so kind, and I'm really glad that this video touched your heart at the right time. There are going to be down days, but just finding that special something that sparks joy can turn the whole thing around! Hugs to you.
@@BigValleyLiving oh my goodness i cant even believe you replied….you really are a ⭐️….I’m sending all my healing prayers to you……all those amazing people i mentioned all passed in the last 2 years….its a daily struggle…..along with the passing of my first son Jed 24yrs ago…….i still have my moments……my mum though, really was my bestest friend in the whole wide world……(in tears here) on top of all that my mother in law was diagnosed with bowel cancer a few years ago now……but thank the lord she’s still here….she’s my mum no.2……i say she’s still here but she’s constantly in pain….can’t be anywhere but home from mid afternoon on as she goes super downhill towards the end of the day…..it absolutely breaks my heart…..i don’t know if this is a sign but my best friend from school was called Michelle……..we should become penpals…..I’m from the UK xx
