Saturday, January 22, 2011

Sing along with Suz...

 ..accompanying you on the baritone ukelele!! Today we will be singing Suz' favorite song from the 1970's...
California!


Well, no matter where I wander    
I know I'll always find a welcome.      
At the end of every journey      
There'll be friendly people waiting.    
California, could not hold me         
 Though I loved her timber mountains    





Susan and Gary
Susan and Jud

Susan and Jud
  
Sebastapol
Sebastapol

Photo by chaffinfamilyorchards.com
Worked her fields and worked her orchards


Up and down her Central Valley



I'm going HO-O-OME


Well, I am not really going home but those are the words to the song and I wanted to show you what we are missing in Minnesota right now! In truth, we are currently in Mesa with Jud's parents and sisters, having a wonderful time, eating, shopping, setting up a laptop for Jud's father, writing in my Brave Girl Journal, eating, shopping (repeat again). 

 We will be here until a week from today and then we will go back here

The Stanford Cancer Center



For this



 

description of photo
The Stanford Cancer Center became on Sept. 16 the first treatment center on the West Coast and one of a select few globally to offer cancer patients the TrueBeam, a machine that represents an exponential leap forward in the speed, power and precision of radiation therapy.
The TrueBeam linear accelerator is capable of delivering radiation at a faster dose rate than most conventional linear accelerators. This advance translates into shorter treatment times for patients. The time for a typical radiation treatment could be cut in half with the TrueBeam. Other special features improve the accuracy of treatment so the overall duration of a course of treatment may also be shortened from several weeks to just a few days.

Please remember us in your thoughts and prayers. Jud has a long road ahead of him and this is an important step. We are hoping that SBRT therapy will shrink the tumor to the point that he will qualify for Whipple surgery.  That would make a huge difference for him. His attitude is great and he is getting ready to "move along" the treatment path once again. 
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27 comments:

  1. DianeJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    Thanks for the update on Jud, and giving us the latest treatment information. I loved singing along to California with you =) It sounds like you are having a fine time in Mesa....wonderful!

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  2. HopeJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    It looks like you are in fabulous hands in California! Keep up the good spirits....and keep singing! Love you!
    XO~Hope

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  3. UnknownJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:36 AM

    You and Jud and your family will remain in my prayers. It sounds like you're having a wonderful time.

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  4. Robin ThomasJanuary 22, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Good to see your spirit shining through. Thinking of you dear Suz.

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  5. Heather AlesJanuary 22, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    I will continue to keep you, Jud, and your family in my families prayers! It's good to "see" you in happy spirits.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 22, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Suz, Isn't this a miracle! To have this wonderful technology available at this moment is truly inspiring. I loved your singing! E

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  7. ~*~Patty SJanuary 22, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    You both have a wonderful attitude which makes a huge difference in an healing journey!

    Oh how I {heart} the part of CA you were in...something tells me there is not part of Cally that I would not like...

    You continue to be remembered in prayers morning and night...
    Take Care Dear Ones!!!
    oxo

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  8. UnknownJanuary 22, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    Enjoy every single second, my friend. You are never far from my thoughts.
    much love,
    lynn

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  9. Beth LeintzJanuary 22, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Our Kansas winter is nothing like a Minnesota winter, but I'd still be happy to join you in Mesa.

    You have such a positive attitude- it's an inspiration on how to handle difficulty. You and Jud are in my prayers.

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  10. Pretty ThingsJanuary 22, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Jud is such an adorable doll (can I say that about a man?). I'm thinking of you all, you know that, I hope!

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  11. KellyJanuary 22, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Suz;
    Thinking about you and praying for you both. May you truly enjoy this time together and be blessed immensely! Big hugs to you!
    You are never far from my thoughts.

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  12. LuLu KelloggJanuary 22, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Hi Sweet Suz!

    I am keeping you and Jud and your family in my prayers dear heart.

    Sending you lots of love,
    LuLu~*xoxo

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  13. SarsaparillaJanuary 23, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    I'm so glad you're having a great time in Mesa with Jud's family. Jud looks wonderful in those smiling photos!

    The TrueBeam machine sounds incredible...I'll keep praying!

    p.s. I have to admit that I didn't know the "I'm Going Home" California song - but I found it on YouTube, and sang along with the Kingston Trio. :-)

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  14. koraleeJanuary 23, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Sending you oodles of blessing my sweet friend. xoxox

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  15. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJanuary 23, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Beautiful photos, Suz...I'm glad you are enjoying your special family times! I will keep you and Jud in my prayers, that all will go well! XO

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  16. Auntie CakeJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Sounds like you are having a great time. I adore the pic of the tree and the spider web. And I definitely recognize the line of cars under a mountain of snow!

    Praying that this next procedure goes well! Enjoy your time with family,
    Kate

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  17. Becky ShanderJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Sending more good energy and well wishes your way.

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  18. Ragamuffin GalJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    You are such a beautiful gal and wife to Jud ~ how you must delight the hearts of everyone around you! Peace and wellness are my prayers fo you and Jud. Lovingly Yours ~ Katie

    (ps i hope you have received my little package by now... please let me know if you haven't <3)

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  19. Lynne MoncrieffJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    Hi - of course I am keeping you in my thoughts, sending positive thoughts your way. The treatment available surely gives great hope - please keep us up-to-date on Jud's wellbeing.
    Amazing photographs and I love how you can focus on the beauties of nature and what is surrounding you - you have great strength.
    Wishes
    Lynne M

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  20. karlascottage.typepad.comJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Best of luck to you!

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  21. Jen KershnerJanuary 27, 2011 at 4:07 AM

    Good morning Suz. I woke up this morning and you were my first thought. I just wanted you to know that you were in my heart right at this moment.

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  22. UnknownJanuary 27, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    Suz,
    Jud will be in my prayers, and for you I ask that God fills you with his strength and Grace.
    Karen

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  23. Alisa NobleJanuary 27, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Good for him! You are both still in my prayers.
    Enjoy your time in Mesa with your family!
    Hugs!

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  24. CatherineJanuary 27, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Sweet Suz,
    May the journey be filled with healing power.
    Hugs to you,
    Catherine

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  25. Melissa/Piney RoseJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Oh Suz, I am so sorry that you are having these struggles. I will lift you and Jud up in prayer to our Heavenly Father, and ask Him to remind you that you are not going through it alone. Hugs to you both.

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  26. jackieJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Suz, I hope you all know that all your blogging friends are with you in spirit as you travel this road ahead! Know that each of us will be praying for a complete and healthy recovery! Blessings for today.

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  27. *jean*January 31, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    i will surely hold you close and hope this wonderful technology serves jud well...xo

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