She is laying low this week, has decided not to go back to work at this point in time, but will just adjust her schedule as needed according to how she feels. I will actually be taking over her position for the time being, which will be wonderful for my mom so that she can stay in tune with her students through me. When she feels better, which will hopefully be sooner rather than later, she will be able to take over without a glitch! At this point, she will just join me in the classroom on her better days and we will work together.
I have been thinking lately about how proud I am of her. This whole new chemo experience has been difficult, and sometimes I wonder how she can possibly make it through each and every day with such a positive frame of mind. It is admirable, and hats of to you Ariel for being so powerful and courageous. I know she loves hearing from all of you followers out there, and if you ever want to stop by just give us a call, she sure loves company (on her better days that is). Thank you to everyone who contributes with words, love, support, and constant company. xoxo
Hi Ariel
ReplyDeleteI sure enjoyed the time we spent together last weekend. In my opinion,there's nothing better than a family dinner, especially when it's at your house. Now that you can be a lady of leisure for awhile, I hope you rest up, focus on all the positive energy and love surrounding you and enjoy the days with your friends and family. We all love you so much and are here for you whenever you need us. Have a great rest of the week and I will see you soon.
XOXOXO
Polly
HI Ariel,
ReplyDeleteI have missed seeing you! I am going to Robin's tomorrow in the early evening, maybe I can stop by beforehand to see you....it would be around 4:30 but I will call first earlier in the day to see how you are doing...and if it doesn't work tomorrow...then soon! We have lots of catching up to do!
Sending lots of love and healing wishes your way,
Laurie
Hi Ariel -
ReplyDeleteYou must be so proud of the way Ali has stepped up - what a blessing that she can take over your work, learn while on the job and allow you to rest when you need it. Ali, I am so impressed by your words and actions - what a wonderful young woman you are! Ariel, I would like to come and visit - I will call. Hang in there and know you are always in my thoughts.
Anne M
Hi Ariel,
ReplyDeleteI really don't know where to start, but I'd like it if we could make up for the lost time that we should have spent over the last year. This is Chris, fyi, and I really would like to get another chance to help. I am looking forward to this message beginning a future friendship that I failed to create using this online site before. (the online thing is beyond me, I swear.) so whenever you'd like to make time to hang out, I want to start again. I guess I'll just end the post by saying that I look forward to seeing you soon. positivity is a blessing.
:)
Hi Ariel,
ReplyDeleteYou probably noticed that the previous post was from Chris....for better or worse, you guys will always belong to the same "club"....
How are you???? It sounds as though you are hanging in there and taking things one day at a time, just kind of being in the moment. Sending you lots of love and positive energy...hope to be sharing a margarita with you very soon!!!!
Laurie O.
Hello~
ReplyDeleteHope today is a good day for you. I love reading the updates and am so impressed with Ali. WOW!! How fabulous that she can assist with your teaching position....sounds like a win, win situation. Take good care of yourself and let me know when you're ready for a glass of wine....I'll bring one over.
Sandi :)
Hey there courageous one...now I know why I have been missing you at the gym. Diane has filled me in and this really blows. I am there for meals, rides, wine, nails whatever but mainly positive thoughts and prayers to assist the healing energy surrounding you. Stay positive, stay focused on the fight. Thanks to Ali and the rest of the Lyon pride for taking such good care of you and keeping us all in the loop.
ReplyDeletelove,
Lisa
Hi Ariel. Just heard about your difficult time lately. So terribly sorry. I can't tell you how much I loved seeing all of you, my old La Costa Heights crew, last spring - you all make me so happy! So many great times together!
ReplyDeleteThought I'd share a story about Jonas to make you smile. He (shockingly) started first grade this week. He was exhausted after his first day of school, and I had to wake him up on the second day so he wouldn't be late for school. I said, "Jonas, you've got to wake up so you can get to school on time." He looked at me with an incredulous look on his face and said, "I have to go back?!"
He's now finished his first week, and he's loving it. Hard to believe he's so big already.
Take care of yourself, my dear friend.
Love,
Brittany