Dear Family and Friends:
Well, I've come through the first chemo treatment and after effects. Yes I had a few difficult days, but bottom line-- I CAN DO THIS!! Thanks to the miracle of modern medicine, fantastic anti-nausea drugs, the encouragement of those around me, delicious meals delivered to the door, faith that I can help heal myself, I now know with great clarity that I'm going to be fine. I'm feeling better and stronger each day and I'm thoroughly enjoying my current state of well-being as I prepare for the next treatment on June 13th. Thank you all for your love and positive thoughts. Love, Peggy
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Friday, May 25, 2007
From Jill and Joel Miller
Dear Peg~~~we're thinking of you always and getting regular reports from Andy! So pleased you are on the road to recovery! We know you are surrounded by so much love and so many wonderful wishes~~count us in as part of that huge group!!!! Hugs and xxxxxx's Jill and Joel
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Next Steps
All:
Leaving momentarily for my first chemo treatment in Philadelphia. Yes, I'm anxious about what's ahead over the next few months, but I'm bouyed by Team Peggy--the love and encouragment of friends like you. I'm taking you with me. Thank you all for being there. Love, Peggy
Leaving momentarily for my first chemo treatment in Philadelphia. Yes, I'm anxious about what's ahead over the next few months, but I'm bouyed by Team Peggy--the love and encouragment of friends like you. I'm taking you with me. Thank you all for being there. Love, Peggy
Monday, May 21, 2007
Monday from Peggy
Dearest Friends and Family:
First the REALLY good news: my sister (younger) Jane (who's responsible for setting up this blog, the TeamPeggy campaign, and countless other kindnesses, became a GRANDMOTHER yesterday! Her daugher Katie gave birth to Violet (our grandmother's name) in Santa Cruz CA. Jane arrived during the final hour of pushing and was there to witness this miracle. Violet is the first of her generation and we're all thrilled.
Back in NJ, we spent another peaceful weekend with family. The launch of my chemo treatment was postponed from Friday to Wednesday, which meant I was able to steal another few "transitional" days --between surgery and chemo--where I was feeling good and grateful to hang out and enjoy the company of others. George came in from LA for a couple of Pingry reunion events including induction into the Hall of Fame for the 1996 Soccer Team. Happily we were able to attend the induction ceremony and see some of his old friends and their parents.
I'm eager to begin chemo and get on with it. By all reports, it's going to be awful, I know that. But the sooner I get started, the sooner I can get through. Somehow, I feel like I should be training for the experience--meditation, mind/body, attitude. Sort of like Lamaze, but unfortunately I've been too lazy to read all those books and listen to all those tapes, so I'm going to have to wing it. I'm told there will be good days too so stay tuned.
Thanks to all for your continued good thoughts, cards, meals, flowers, visits, words of encouragement. You'll hear from me personally, but until then, please know how much I appreciate your love and support. I love you all.
Peggy
First the REALLY good news: my sister (younger) Jane (who's responsible for setting up this blog, the TeamPeggy campaign, and countless other kindnesses, became a GRANDMOTHER yesterday! Her daugher Katie gave birth to Violet (our grandmother's name) in Santa Cruz CA. Jane arrived during the final hour of pushing and was there to witness this miracle. Violet is the first of her generation and we're all thrilled.
Back in NJ, we spent another peaceful weekend with family. The launch of my chemo treatment was postponed from Friday to Wednesday, which meant I was able to steal another few "transitional" days --between surgery and chemo--where I was feeling good and grateful to hang out and enjoy the company of others. George came in from LA for a couple of Pingry reunion events including induction into the Hall of Fame for the 1996 Soccer Team. Happily we were able to attend the induction ceremony and see some of his old friends and their parents.
I'm eager to begin chemo and get on with it. By all reports, it's going to be awful, I know that. But the sooner I get started, the sooner I can get through. Somehow, I feel like I should be training for the experience--meditation, mind/body, attitude. Sort of like Lamaze, but unfortunately I've been too lazy to read all those books and listen to all those tapes, so I'm going to have to wing it. I'm told there will be good days too so stay tuned.
Thanks to all for your continued good thoughts, cards, meals, flowers, visits, words of encouragement. You'll hear from me personally, but until then, please know how much I appreciate your love and support. I love you all.
Peggy
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Don't Mess with Peggy
From Deena Margolis Cowan "I think this disease picked the wrong person to mess with." She's right!!
The Power of Green
"I've got my green bracelet on - I feel like a member of a very select club - and that the bracelet has a unique power all its own - it's radiating healing powers right now - to you and - to me as well!"
Susan Hunter
Monday, May 14, 2007
Mother's Day Weekend follow-up
Out for a walk to enjoy a beautiful spring day
Must have been a dirty joke
Early morning coffee klatch
Mothers DAy brunch kitchen staff. Outstanding brunch followed
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Hi From Peggy
To my dear family and friends:
Your love and friendship are the best therapies in the world. Thank you for your support and positive energy as I move forward on this path. This weekend I'm surrounded by family. Mom and Dad and sister Jane have arrived from Chicgo, joining sister Barbara, Emily and Thomas and my rock, Steven, to make this a jolly Mother's Day Weekend. We're eating well (I've lost 40 pounds since my last visit to Struture House so it's time to bulk up a bit--can you imagine?) watching TV, hugging alot and enjoying each other's company. This afternoon, Aunt Adele, (mom's sister) and cousins Richard and Andy drove down from Conecticut for lunch. Waht a joyous gathering. My heart is full.
Love, Peggy
Friday, May 11, 2007
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
PEGGY'S HOME!
Peggy returned home on Tuesday. I am forwarding a letter from her friend,
Andy so I don't repeat any information. I will be heading out to New Jersey
with my parents on Friday. Sounds like a full house to me!
much love,
Jane
Dear Friends,
Peggy was released from the hospital today after lunch, and is
home again, and VERY VERY HAPPY to be there. She is resting in bed
currently, and is regaining her strength and vigor. What good news this
is. She will have a brief respite before her treatments begin (more on
that in a day or so), and Steven has requested that she not receive
visitors or phone calls for the present....wise plan. However, she will
be accessing her e-mail, so feel free to send messages regularly:
pheller@voxmedica.com Obviously, there is no current need for food or
driving; Peggy's diet is restricted at this point and the family prefers
to monitor those needs themselves. When this changes, we can pitch in
to help. Currently, Barbara, Peggy's sister is there to help Steven.
Emily and Thomas will be out to see Mom too. So stay tuned, and know
that she sends everyone love and thanks for all the support.
I did manage to see Peggy for about 5 minutes, and am thrilled
and relieved to report that she looks remarkably good...even better than
that. Her color is great, her personality was pure Peggy!!! I was soooo
excited! Clearly, all the good energy and love has been an enormous
source of strength for her. Steven is fatigued. It was easy to take his
cue and let them settle in for now.
Back in touch soon....keep smiling, she's lookin' good!
-Andy
Andy so I don't repeat any information. I will be heading out to New Jersey
with my parents on Friday. Sounds like a full house to me!
much love,
Jane
Dear Friends,
Peggy was released from the hospital today after lunch, and is
home again, and VERY VERY HAPPY to be there. She is resting in bed
currently, and is regaining her strength and vigor. What good news this
is. She will have a brief respite before her treatments begin (more on
that in a day or so), and Steven has requested that she not receive
visitors or phone calls for the present....wise plan. However, she will
be accessing her e-mail, so feel free to send messages regularly:
pheller@voxmedica.com Obviously, there is no current need for food or
driving; Peggy's diet is restricted at this point and the family prefers
to monitor those needs themselves. When this changes, we can pitch in
to help. Currently, Barbara, Peggy's sister is there to help Steven.
Emily and Thomas will be out to see Mom too. So stay tuned, and know
that she sends everyone love and thanks for all the support.
I did manage to see Peggy for about 5 minutes, and am thrilled
and relieved to report that she looks remarkably good...even better than
that. Her color is great, her personality was pure Peggy!!! I was soooo
excited! Clearly, all the good energy and love has been an enormous
source of strength for her. Steven is fatigued. It was easy to take his
cue and let them settle in for now.
Back in touch soon....keep smiling, she's lookin' good!
-Andy
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Friday, May 4, 2007
Welcome To Team Peggy
Welcome to the Team Peggy blog.
This was created as a way to share our thoughts of and love for Peggy. It is also a way for us all to feel connected.
I know there are so many of us who are thinking of Peggy all the time. With the internet available 24/7, why not share with each other and have a venue in which Peggy can check in anytime day or night for a "love boost."
Please feel free to send me posts via email and I will add them or feel free to add comments to the blog. I know for me and many of you, Peggy is one of the most extraordinary people on this planet.
Also, there is a 5k walk for ovarian cancer this weekend in NYC at 7am. If you can't make the location, please consider walking in your own neighboorhood in solidarity with Peggy.
Revlon Run/Walk for Women (New York)
7:00 am - May 5, 2007
Begins in Times Square and finishes in the East Meadow of Central Park
New York, NY
Annual 5K run/walk raises funds for the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance along with a select group of women's cancer research and prevention organizations
For more information:
Phone: (212) 379-3199
Fax: (212) 379-3191
Email: info@revlonrunwalk.com
Much love,
Jane
This was created as a way to share our thoughts of and love for Peggy. It is also a way for us all to feel connected.
I know there are so many of us who are thinking of Peggy all the time. With the internet available 24/7, why not share with each other and have a venue in which Peggy can check in anytime day or night for a "love boost."
Please feel free to send me posts via email and I will add them or feel free to add comments to the blog. I know for me and many of you, Peggy is one of the most extraordinary people on this planet.
Also, there is a 5k walk for ovarian cancer this weekend in NYC at 7am. If you can't make the location, please consider walking in your own neighboorhood in solidarity with Peggy.
Revlon Run/Walk for Women (New York)
7:00 am - May 5, 2007
Begins in Times Square and finishes in the East Meadow of Central Park
New York, NY
Annual 5K run/walk raises funds for the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance along with a select group of women's cancer research and prevention organizations
For more information:
Phone: (212) 379-3199
Fax: (212) 379-3191
Email: info@revlonrunwalk.com
Much love,
Jane
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Go Peggy!!!! Lots of love from out West!
May 4, 2007 9:58 AM
Yay Team! Peggy - we are thinking of you all the time and we know you will beat this - GO PEG!!!
May 4, 2007 10:00 AM
All of the Adlers send our best! Look forward to seeing you at Lake George this summer!
May 4, 2007 10:17 AM
Hi Mom, I love you TONS. Keep up the good work!xoxoEmily
May 4, 2007 10:25 AM
The Team Peggy Blog is the best idea I've heard of in awhile. Here's to Peggy, Team Peggy, the Team Peggy Blog, and all other things Peggy related, even that school George found named after Peggy that has really nothing to do with Peggy at all!
Also, Peggy there is a really fantastic weekend event in Stowe, VT on the first weekend of May each year called the Stowe Weekend of Hope. It's probably a little late this year, but next year you might want to check it out. Union Street Media donated the web site to it a couple of years ago. If you're bored messing around online, you might wnat to check it out:
www.stowehope.com.
See you this summer!
May 4, 2007 10:25 AM
Yea Peggy! Keep up the good work...You sure do have amazing friends and family out there rallying all of these positive vibes...and keeping all of us who care deeply about you in the loop on your progress. See you soon! Kim (and Julia)
May 4, 2007 11:20 AM
I love you Mom! We are in the process of screening new puppies upon your return to NJ!!
May 4, 2007 11:32 AM
Here I am on the fashionable North side and you aren't. How did that happen. I don't really have anything to say, but I want to thank Jane for teaching me how to blog. And by the way Peggy, I love you.
Debbie
May 4, 2007 4:44 PM
Hey girlfriend, I'm watching your house for signs of your return, and sending so much love until you do and then more after that! Just get better fast...remember, dear, we have a lunch date for May 23rd, and we are going to keep it! Just us...the usual Greek salad and breadsticks! See you VERY soon.
xoxoAndy
May 4, 2007 7:03 PM
Peggy, can't wait to hug you to really transfer all the Peggy love that has been bottled-up. Remember Lake George is a great quiet recuperation spot. We will reserve any room in the house for any week you are up for the trip.
Hey George, you said that you were screening puppies? Any interest in Berkley?? Just kidding!
May 5, 2007 3:44 AM
Mornin', Oldest Sister. If others' good wishes and love were enough, you'd be healthier than any human, and holding elected public office. So many people are in that room with you each and every moment, sharing this present with you, whether you you can see us or not.
Puppies?
Love, p
May 5, 2007 7:33 AM
Hi, oldest sister. If love and good wishes were enough, you would be enjoying superhuman strength, and likely be in elected public office. There are so many of us in that room with you, sharing this moment, even if you can't see us.
Puppies?
Love, p
May 5, 2007 7:36 AM
Thinking about you all the time. Can't wait until we're all together in August!
xoxo
May 5, 2007 4:33 PM
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May 6, 2007 8:35 AM
Lots of love from up here in Maine!
-Ben
May 6, 2007 8:37 AM
Hi Peggy -- It's a beautiful Spring day here. Hope this is a positive portent for your getting better... and betterer... and even more betterer... SOON! You are constantly in our hearts and minds. Lots of huge hugs from us both.
May 6, 2007 8:55 AM
Hi Peggy,
I just wanted to send lots of love, hugs and kisses. Your network of family and friends is amazing. There sure will be a long list of visitors when you're ready for us.
See you soon,
Joanne
May 7, 2007 9:43 AM
Peggy, you are in our hearts and we wish you a full and speedy recovery. With lot's and lot's of LOVE!!!
The Reichman family, Greg, Chris, Morgan and Erin
May 9, 2007 6:46 PM