October 27, 2008

Gail Sullivan said...I just want you to know how much love & respect I had for my cousin Jerry. He always had a smile on his face and love in his heart. I always looked so forward to the family visits to Louisville. I also want to comment on the blog. I think it was so very brave of all of you to put this personal battle with all the pain, hurt, agony,love,compassion and every other emotion a human can have, out here for us all to share. I know it could not have been easy at times but, I'm sure, in good time, it will serve as a tool to help you heal your broken hearts. My deepest sympathy to you and yours, Gail Sullivan

October 2, 2008

Gail said... Hey Jerry, Very glad to hear your'e home and doing ok. I think you can do more to heal yourself if your in the right enviroment. Home sounds like that place for you now. You and your family are in my daily prayers and I know prayer can be a powerful thing. God knows it kept Mom strong and really, the rest of us for many years. I hope the donor works out this time. Love and Hugs to you, Cous

Wednesday July 23, 2008

Gail said... You guys are so very special and strong. I keep you all in my prayers even though I don't personally know you I feel you guys in my heart. Love, cousin Gail

October 23, 2007

Cousin Gail said... Hi Jerry, I'm so sorry things didn't work out for you with the donor. I hope this change in plans will work out well. The port you may have put in is what Mom had to do. It actually worked out very well for her. She had hers for years. I'm glad you will be with your Mom & Dad for Thanksgiving. That alone will be good medicine. They are the most wonderful people. What great friends you have in Jim and Laura. They sound fantastic. Give the family a hug for me when you get together and know that you are always in my prayers. If I can do anything for you, don't hesitate to email. Love & Hugs,

Jerry and Kathy said...

Nice to hear from you. Dad told me that your Mom had a port in her chest and I've noticed most people in the chemo lounge have that as well. The PICC line was invented at MD Anderson 20+ years ago and they seem to adhere to that more. However, mine became infected this week and was removed on Saturday. I will contact my cancer center today to begin the process but push them in the direction of the chest port. Was pretty easy to clean, flush and change the dressing? Tony is meeting me in Florida to visit Mom and Dad. I'm looking forward to the whole family including Vivian/Leon and Tootie/Roger and Jim/Bobbie will all be in Florida at that time. We'll only be together a few days but I'm certain every minute will count. My best to you and your family and God willing I will make it to Kentucky for the reunion next year... the whole bunch of us. JW

September 21, 2007

Gail said... Wow, what a ride for your emotions that must have been with the insurance co. I'm glad that it worked out the right way. I want to send you to a web site that I just really love. www.simpletruths.com It has free inspirational movies. There are 3 that I am most moved by. First is "THE RACE", second is "TO A CHILD, LOVE IS SPELLED TIME", and last is "THE DASH". Everyone of the movies they offer has great music and scenery that i'm sure you will enjoy. Anyway, keep up the fight and know that you and the family are in my prayers. Love & hugs

Jerry and Kathy said

Tuesday was not a day we care to repeat again. And Gail... thanks for the site. I've watched your selections and others as well. JW

September 14, 2007

Gail said... Hi Jerry, so very glad to hear things are looking up for you. I hope you have gotten my other emails because I'm not very computer savvy. Anyway, know that I have you and your family in my prayers and that you are loved so very much here in Louisville.