06.22.2009 | Family | 48 comments
I have been thinking about my mom quit a bit the lately. Just a few short weeks ago, we found out she has cancer. Worse news came last week when we found out it had spread. Her kidneys are dialysis now, since they can not function any longer with out it. The things she has gone through the last few weeks would have been enough for me to throw in the towel, but not her. She is a fighter! She keeps telling us she wants to see her grand kids grow up, so she is going to fight as hard as she can.
Everything has happened so quickly I cant even describe the sorrow I have felt lately. I know many people have felt the same pain and know what my family is going through. Anyone that knows my mom will agree that is she the sweetest person to ever grace this planet. Anyone that can raise 7 kids that absolutely adore her and would walk through fire for her is a saint in my book:)
When My mom found out the news that the cancer has spread she said two things “I’ll miss swimming with the grand kids” and “But I haven’t finished making Paisley and Denim their blankies” Then she started crying. She crochets these adorable blankets for all the grandkids and she is in the middle of making Paisley and her cousin one and has not been able to finish. For years she has been making beanies, burp clothes, and blankets that she donates to hospitals for babies that are less fortunate. My mom is someone who gets life. There are few people who really get life. My mom has always been there to comfort us when we are struggling, because she has been through it all. She has so much compassion. I love her so much, and I hate to see her suffer so terribly. I just pray that she will find comfort and peace. Im not sure what the future holds for my mom at this point. Cancer treatment is not an option right now, because of her weak state. I have faith. I have hope.
My mom is a HERO to me and to many. She is so humble and I have always seen Christ in her eyes. I love her to pieces and want to shout it out to the world:). She is the BEST:)!!!
Some of my favorite things about my mom are:
She loves:
Dolphins
she wears and loves Mu’u Mu’us :)
Grapes and the color purple!
Wind Chimes
Crocheting
Donnie & Marie Osmond
She grew up dancing and always danced around the house:)
She loves Music
She LOVES the ocean. She is a california girl born and raised in Napa Valley:)
She loves Chocolate as much as she loves her kids!
She is the best back scratcher and gives the best head massages, that would help my migrains.
She is the best hugger when you are sad
Her poetry is so beautiful, most of it is published:)
Her art is beautiful! Her favorite things to paint are the ocean and flowers:)
Here she is just a few months ago with miss Paisley:)
06.22.09 | Family
ANNA: angie - this is so beautiful. she sounds like an amazing woman, and i think it's so sweet you've shared this. my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. remember, we're always a phone call away! xoxo (22/06/09, 11:23)
Millie: I am so sorry that she has to go through that. I can't even image facing that. She sounds like such a beautiful person, thank you so much for sharing! I know you are going to inspire so many people by this. (22/06/09, 11:30)
Natalie Norton: Anyone who knows how to sport a good Mu'u Mu'u is ok in my book! I'll add your mom to my prayers for sure. (22/06/09, 11:31)
Colleen Bruening: You are so strong! What a beautiful entry. Truly inspiring. It brings tears to my eyes. We will be praying for you and your family for both strength and peace. If you need ANYTHING, let us know. (22/06/09, 11:35)
Rachael Earl: Your mom sounds amazing-I wish your family didn't have to go through this. I'll hope and pray for your mom and your family. (22/06/09, 11:42)
Beka: You are the strongest person I know Angie! I am so sorry that you and your family has to go through all of this. Prayers are definitely on there way! :) (22/06/09, 11:53)
Ashley Rose: I just wanted to say how truly sorry i am for you and your family's heartache right now:( I will pray for your mom and your family she truly sounds like an amazing mother. Sending big hugs your way during this hard time xoxo. (22/06/09, 12:04)
Rachael C: Your mom sounds so lovely. That must be where you get it from. And as lame as it sounds, you've been officially added to our prayers. Go Team Prayer! (22/06/09, 12:10)
brenda: Angie, i had read your comments on twitter about your mom so i knew something was going on, but i didn't know what. i am so very terribly sorry to hear this. this seriously hurts to read. i will pray for your mom and your family. I love how you say your mom is someone who gets life. that is so beautiful. (22/06/09, 12:13)
jerry frazier: OMG, how did you even write that? Amazing words for an amazing woman! (22/06/09, 12:17)
amanda doublin: what a beautiful post and a beautiful mom! my heart and thoughts are with you. (22/06/09, 12:23)
Rikki: Angie you managed to break my heart and fill it all at once. I am sending thoughts and prayers your way. You're an incredibly brave and strong person! Hang in there. (22/06/09, 12:56)
Malia: Ang I had no idea. We ALL love your sweet mom, and we'll be praying for her. (22/06/09, 01:14)
Jenna lines: Ang the perfect tribute to Mom!! I loved it. I love the picture too.... She looks so happy and healthy there:) Moms the best! (22/06/09, 01:17)
gretchen: that was a beautiful post ang! my heart is full of love and prayers for your mom and your family! <3 (22/06/09, 01:19)
Mandy Hank: What a beautiful post- you, your mom and your family are in my prayers and thoughts- Best wishes to you all. It was so nice to learn what a beautiful person your mom is! :) Thank you for sharing. (22/06/09, 01:22)
Crystal Cummard: I love your mom, she is the best. I totally remember her moo moos! She looks gorgeous there with Paisley. I am praying for her. Tell her we love her. (22/06/09, 01:22)
Jason: So glad you did this Angie for I might have known all these wonderful things about her otherwise. I am amazed at your strength through this and how you have coped. You have a lot of heart. Please know we are always here if you need to talk. My thoughts and prayers are with your mom and family. Do not lose hope ever, this world is a strange place sometimes.. (22/06/09, 01:34)
Nancy: What a wonderful dedication to a beautiful lady! I love your mom! I love that she gave us you--and you are a bright star in our family! You are one of the best things that has ever happened to Matt....and us! Your Mom is all of these things +! I'm so sorry for her pain. I know you feel so helpless, and I wish there was something we could do to help.Give her our love. Call us--we're here for you! (22/06/09, 02:01)
Weston Woodruff: Angie, so sad to hear this. We will keep you and your mom in our thoughts and prayers. (22/06/09, 02:06)
marian skousen: To all your family, I'm so sorry to hear the news of your mom. We enjoyed each other's friendship when we lived close and had lots of talks together. You are right she is a very strong, kind and loving person, always trying to do what is right and survive and go beyond her challenges. I feel so bad that she is so sick because she has had so many things to deal with in her life. I know her kids were the joy in her life. May you have comfort in your own lives at this time. Please let her know that she was a good friend to me and she is loved. Keep me informed. (22/06/09, 02:22)
Carolyn: i love that you took time to pay tribute to the things that are so wonderful about your mom in a positive way. because this truly is the saddest news. She sounds simply amazing. I'll be thinking of you guys :) (22/06/09, 03:08)
Corissa: I know what you are going through. My mother in law also has cancer but is a fighter as well. I'll be thinking of you and praying for your mom. (22/06/09, 03:20)
K Kicks: Angie- I am so sad to hear this! Please let your mom know I am thinking about her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! (22/06/09, 03:39)
Abra: Tears are in my eyes as I type this and I can't seem to stop them from rolling down my cheeks. I am so sorry to hear that you are having to go through this. Times like these make me so much more appreciative of the fact that God never meant for us to go through pain like this and he has so much better in store for us when the world is the way he purposed it to be. I hope that you have the strength and presence of mind to get through this and it makes you that much of a stronger person. My love to you and your family as you endure this. I'm calling my mom now. (22/06/09, 03:58)
Matt Sloan: Angie! you are by far the best for writing this. you honestly are what all parents would call the "perfect child". Maddux and Paisley are so blessed to know that and see how much you love them. you are such an amazing example to everyone and they all know it. you have blessed my life with such a love for your parents and for that i am eternally grateful! i am so proud of you for writing this. (22/06/09, 04:11)
Megan Hess: Beautiful Post Ang. I can't imagine what you and your family are going through. The compliments you gave your mom explain where you came from. You have always shown those qualities. She should be so proud of you as her daughter! Prayers from me comin' your way! (22/06/09, 04:15)
Richard: I know exactly what you are going through; having lost my father yesterday (Fathers Day) to cancer. We received the news about his illness a little over a year ago. We knew at the time that the prognosis was not good, but had faith that the Lord may work a miracle. We were given a year of memories. Thank God for email, blogs and facebook, we were able to share our thoughts and yes even some dreams when he was too sick to talk on the phone. I didn’t know your mom real well, but the times that I was around her she was kind to me and always had a smile. Make more memories . . . it’s all we truly have anyway. (22/06/09, 04:21)
Tina: What an amazing mother, grandmother, woman. You seem to have many of her traits. God bless your family in these hard times. Your family is beautiful! (22/06/09, 04:37)
Annie: Angie, what a lovely post about your mother - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. (22/06/09, 04:47)
Charise: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Thank you so much for sharing all these wonderful things about your mother...she sounds like an amazing and beautiful person. May you have strength and comfort surrounding you at this time. (22/06/09, 06:33)
Allison Rodgers: Angie, I am so sorry that you and your family are going through this. I know your heart is so heavy. Keep focusing on all of the wonderful things you've listed about your mom - and keep adding more to your list. My prayer for your mom is to be comforted by all of the love around her. My prayer for you is that you soak up every second you can with her. I've been hoping you'd give us some details on what was going on with her. Thank you for sharing it with us. Much love : Allison (22/06/09, 10:17)
Dave Cheung: Such sweet words for an amazing woman. Prayers going up for her and y'all ... Blessings .... d (22/06/09, 11:57)
kristi boretsky: Oh Angie, I am so very sad about this news. Words can't possibly express how sorry I am for the pain and sadness your family is experiencing at this time. For the short time I knew your Mom, she was absolutely the sweetest thing ever! I remember she was always very kind and interested in what I was up to! She is so selfless and giving! I hope so badly that she receives the best of care and that she is not in too much pain and discomfort. She will be in my prayers as well as the rest of your family. Please keep us updated! (23/06/09, 12:05)
johnwaire | photo: all the best to your mom, you and the rest of your family. (23/06/09, 05:26)
Ami Jorgensen: Your Mom is the Best!! She has always been one of my favorite Aunt in laws. We will continue to pray for you all. (23/06/09, 09:59)
Katie: I'm so sorry Ang! I can only imagine what your mom and your family are going through. You are all in my prayers. Your mom's legacy lives through you. You are an amazing girl! (23/06/09, 09:55)
Kelvin Leung: Angie, it's very touching to see this post. It really reflect the relationship between your mom and your family. It's not easy to go through this but I know you're strong. You're in my prayer. (24/06/09, 12:29)
andrew bryant: My heart goes out to you guys... I watched my grandfather go through the same thing. I know that there really aren't words that I could say that could console you, but please know that you and your family are truly in our prayers. (24/06/09, 09:09)
courtney ortiz: The love you have for your mother is amazing. I envy it! Thank you for sharing your story with me! (24/06/09, 07:42)
jeremy - the parsons: Love you guys. So sorry to hear about your mom. Praying for her. Jeremy (24/06/09, 10:00)
Lorelei Barker: Oh Angie...I know your heart is breaking in a million pieces. Please know I'm am thinking of you and your beautiful family during this very difficult and stressful time. Your tribute to your mom is so special and amazing...I can see where you get your sweet and loving spirit from. You are very blessed to have such a beautiful and loving mom. Please know I am sending good vibes your way. Hang in there -- I wish you strength and peace in the difficult days ahead. xoxo. (24/06/09, 11:05)
casey: I have frequently stopped by your amazing blog to check out your latest stuff. You guys are so inspiring to me! I wanted to let you know that I will be lifting your mama up in prayer at night when my husband and I have our prayer time. Cancer is such a scary thing and I can only imagine what it would be like if it were my mama in that position. God Bless her for being such an amazing person, friend and mother and I hope the best for her! (25/06/09, 04:14)
Cathy: Your words bring tears to my eyes. What a great way to celebrate your mom and the love you have for her. I can't even imagine what you must be feeling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys. (25/06/09, 06:42)
kate lines: beautiful words and beautiful mother. i'm so sorry you guys have to go through this. best of luck! (26/06/09, 08:03)
Kim: Angie, My heart goes out to you and your family. I can't imagine how your mother feels, our families mean so much to us all and grandkids are such a wonderful blessing. Our prayers are with your family as you take this journey. (29/06/09, 06:15)
amelialyon: I'm so sorry I'm so late to comment on this one. This post made me cry, I feel your loss and strangely can relate. I love you guys so much and am so thankful to have good friends like you in our lives. I'm so glad we have each other to lean on when we need to. (16/07/09, 11:15)
Amanda B.: Angie, Your mom was truly one of the sweetest women I know. You get that from her. I am sorry that you guys have had to go through such a great loss. I don't think you can ever fully prepare yourself for something like this. We love you and pray for you and your family. Amanda & Mason (18/09/09, 07:16)