I just want to pop in here and say.... THANK YOU! Thank you all for the wonderful emails, the comments, your purchases, and the encouraging words! I had my son sit with me and read every single email, every single comment and he was so happy to have so many well wishes. He was so amazed that everyone was so willing to help and make a purchase. Every single purchase is helping us! Every email, every comment. I had not seen my son smile so much in weeks! He feels so special and is so thankful for all the kind words. We just can't say Thank you Enough and words can't express how thankful my family and I are for all of your prayers and thoughts!
Guess what? We have a surprise release for you today!! Do you remember Jude and the Rockers? Well, they are all decked out ready for a fall frolic! We are showing all 6 new stamps today AND releasing them today. We will be adding more cards all week so please check back! There is a special message from Betty below the cards that I encourage you to all read. (Grab some kleenex) And I ask for prayers for Betty and her family. ~ Cyndi
Guess what? We have a surprise release for you today!! Do you remember Jude and the Rockers? Well, they are all decked out ready for a fall frolic! We are showing all 6 new stamps today AND releasing them today. We will be adding more cards all week so please check back! There is a special message from Betty below the cards that I encourage you to all read. (Grab some kleenex) And I ask for prayers for Betty and her family. ~ Cyndi
Ali Baby Turkey :
Brittany Bundled Up:
Ariel Sunflower:
Oscar Pile of Leaves:
I was hoping that this release would be on track for Monday as usual, with a preview then a release on Tuesday. However, many times we are faced with challenges and are at times forced to take a different route and make changes accordingly.
My son Christian 17, has had a sore throat for about a month now. The first doctor said it was tonsillitis's. Seven days of Amoxocillin was administered. Two days after the last pill, he was sick again, with a sore throat, and a fever. Back we went to put him on Caphlex... again seven days of antibiotics. On the fourth day he was not improving so we took him back. Ok it's strep now. They kept him on Caphlex but gave him a booster shot. Three full days of starting to get better, he was able to eat again, drink, and talk. He fell sick again on the fourth day, this time they took a culture and sent it to the lab. Monday I got a call that I needed to take Christian in to a specialist, well not just any specialist an Oncologist to go over his culture with me. That appointment was for today Friday, I have of course been stressed the whole time, day after day. When one is not given test results over the phone, one does not worry. When we are asked to come in to discuss the results something is up. The last thing I ever imagined, was to hear the doctor tell me that my 17 year old son has throat cancer. The first question out of my mouth was, "Is my son going to die?" I still can't believe I mustered enough energy to roll those words out of my mouth.
This special Little Betty is also now available in digi, as usual if you purchase all digis or all clear stamps in the Jude and the Rockers Fall line she is yours free, but you can also purchase her on her own.
My son Christian 17, has had a sore throat for about a month now. The first doctor said it was tonsillitis's. Seven days of Amoxocillin was administered. Two days after the last pill, he was sick again, with a sore throat, and a fever. Back we went to put him on Caphlex... again seven days of antibiotics. On the fourth day he was not improving so we took him back. Ok it's strep now. They kept him on Caphlex but gave him a booster shot. Three full days of starting to get better, he was able to eat again, drink, and talk. He fell sick again on the fourth day, this time they took a culture and sent it to the lab. Monday I got a call that I needed to take Christian in to a specialist, well not just any specialist an Oncologist to go over his culture with me. That appointment was for today Friday, I have of course been stressed the whole time, day after day. When one is not given test results over the phone, one does not worry. When we are asked to come in to discuss the results something is up. The last thing I ever imagined, was to hear the doctor tell me that my 17 year old son has throat cancer. The first question out of my mouth was, "Is my son going to die?" I still can't believe I mustered enough energy to roll those words out of my mouth.
Christian has Stage 1 throat cancer, he will not die from it, but of course they can't ever say to me 100% no he is not going to die. That 99% that he is going to survive it, still puts a mother on edge. My son needs an operation immediately. We have had a series of bad luck, like everyone else due to financial situations. Our brand new Nissan broke down, no problem we will fix it when we fix it. Our house needs minor repairs, again no big deal it will get fixed when it gets fixed. My son needs an operation that will help him get well and be the class clown, kind hearted, silly kid he is... Now there's a problem! We can't just fix it when we fix it and let it sit. He will be going through testing for a week, as he has expressed his "bones" hurting as well. Doctors would like us to move quickly on the operation to prevent any further stages or other unpleasant issues. We live 1 1/2 hours away from the hospital, and you can imagine I do not want to be far from my son. I am not asking for a hand out, or pan handling is that the word? I am willing to offer my products at discounted rates in the hope that it will bring in what is going to be needed in the next week or two while we go through the motions. There are always extra medical bills as the insurance doesn't cover anyone 100%, we have a co-pay but have no idea where to pull it from, we don't have a magic top hat :(. I am not asking again, for a hand me down, just asking that if you ever wanted a Simply Betty Stamp, your purchase would be a blessing at this moment.
The entire line is now available in both Digi and Clear stamp form, I am sorry I do not have extra discount codes on these as I am trying to bring in what is needed for my son's medical needs. However, I have lowered the prices and hope it is fair what I am asking for these fun cute characters.Thank you for taking the time to read and cross your fingers my son gets better.
Betty
This special Little Betty is also now available in digi, as usual if you purchase all digis or all clear stamps in the Jude and the Rockers Fall line she is yours free, but you can also purchase her on her own.
85 comments:
Betty, thinking of you and your family at this very stressful time.
Toni xx
So sorry to read this. As a mom of 3, I can't imagine what ou are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with your son, you, and your family.
Kathy
Sending prayers for your son, Betty.
Oh my! So sorry to hear this news. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
hugs,
Laura
Betty, sending out healing energy, good thoughts and prayers!
Hugs,
Susan
My heart and thoughts go out for you and your family Betty. Praying for a speedy and safe recovery.
Trudie xxx
I am so sorry to hear about your son, Betty. My heart goes out to you and your family; you are all in my prayers that everything will work out and that he will recover safely and quickly! Many hugs to you, margie xo
OMG I am so very sorry to hear all this!
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your son! Praying for a speedy recovery!
My heart goes out to you and your family! I will keep you in my prayers! I will be purchasing stamps next week for sure,I have been putting it off due to financial reasons.
I am sending you and your family my thoughts, prayers and a massive hug. I cannot imagine what you must be going through but I hope that everything will have a happy ending. Wishing your son a speedy recovery and may his wonderful nature help him through.
Hugs, Mette
My thoughts and prayers are with you all sweetie x x x x
Praying for you and your family!
Hugs,
Linda K.
omg. I am very sad to hear this news. I pray your son gets well soon! will try and help out your cause. as of today my 5 yr old is now without health care Thanks to state budget cuts. very nice AZ. errr!
take care and God Bless!
Hugs, Heidi
My heart goes out to you - you all will remain in my thoughts and prayers. xoxoxoxo
Betty, I am so sorry to hear about Christian. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers!! (((BIG HUGS)))
Oh Betty I am so sorry to hear about Christian :( I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I know everything will turn good. You are an awesome momma and I know you will give him all the love and support he will need right now.
Lots of Love,
Erika
I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. My thoughts and prayers going for you especially to Christian and I take my fingers crossed that he will be completely healthy.
Hugs
Ilona
Betty, I'm sorry to hear of your news. I know how hard it is to hear those words as I heard them 3 years ago with my newborn baby girl. Luckily she came through with flying colors and I am praying for the same for your son. I'll be praying for all of you as you go through this trying time.
Hugs,
Rhonda
my thoughts and prayers are with your son and your family
Betty, I'm so sorry to hear about your son! My prayers are with him and all of you! Hugs!
Dear Betty,
My heart goes out to you, Christian & your family. You will certainly be in my thoughts & prayers.
I was diagnosed w Stage~3 BC 3½ yrs ago. Went through a year of surgeries & treatments(I was a baldie). The 1st thing I did when they told me(I was still on the table) was ask the Lord to "Please give me the strength to face whatever it is that's ahead & to give me Your Peace, the "Peace that passes ALL understanding". And He did!!!
My PET Scan came back Cancer FREE in 2009 & my hair grew back curly! I loved how easy it was to take care of
Remember to look to the Lord in Faith for your needs & heart's desires.
PSALM 103 ...A Psalm of David
1 Bless the LORD, O my soul;
And all that is within me, bless His holy name!
2 Bless the LORD, O my soul,
And forget not all His benefits:
3 Who forgives all your
iniquities,
Who heals all your diseases,
4 Who redeems your life from destruction,
Who crowns you w lovingkindness & tender mercies,
5 Who satisfies your mouth w good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
Oh Betty, what a dreadful time you and your family are going through. I will think of you and wish for the best. One of my best mates got throat cancer a couple of years ago - she is nearly recovered thank goodness - so I think I know what you are going through.
I'm off to the shop right now!
{{HUGS}}
Mary J xxx
Thinking of you and sending healing prayers for you all
Betty!
I know that you do not know me but something told me to get on the computer a little bit ago and I am shaking as I know that something was God. ScrappyZeni shared your link and I happened to come across it. My heart is aching right now for you and your family. I am praying for you and Christian to have a speedy recovery! I hate to say any kind of cancer is good but Stage 1 is very good! I am praying and praying hard! I will continue to spread the word for you! I would love to do a blog hop or something for you in order to promote your stamps or even set up a fund for you. No one will think you are asking for a handout but I can set up a donate button for you for Christian you can have a donate button that goes through paypal. I will help a member of your design team if that makes you more comfortable since you do not know me. I am good friends with Erika from Crafty Sprouts and I know you know her because she LOVES your stamps. I have 2 boys myself so this hit home with me and I can only imagine what you are going through. I will keep your family in my prayers and thoughts. Please email me at CarleyCarter (at) gmail dot com if you need anything or if I can help you in any way. I am not a big blog but I would be glad to help in any way that I can just from one mommy to another. God called me to your blog I hope that you will let me help! I am a music lover and this song brought me lots of strength when I was dealing with something really really hard its called Strong Enough by Matthew West. I hope it brings you peace.
Big Hugs
Carley
Oh my goodness Betty what dreadful news for you. As a mother of a 17 year old boy myself I can only imagine what you are going through. I trust that Christian will overcome this terrible ordeal unscathed. All my love and hugs, Denise x
Sending my love Sweet Betty. Lots of hugs for all of you!
I am so sorry for you and your young son. I am glad that it was found early and that there is a good prognosis. I will pray for his further testing (bones) and what not. I, too, just got over cancer. It was in my thyroid and very odd way of finding out. Difficulty swallowing. I heard from Erika about your situation. I encourage you to check into the ROnald MCDonald houses near the hospital, prayerfully they have one, and you can stay there by donations. That way you will be closer to your son during his treatments and surgery. I am gonna check out your stamps, and my family will be praying for him and you all every day. I am also a new follower!
Hugs and prayers,
Michelle
http://michelles-crafty-creations.blogspot.com
So Sorry to hear Betty. I left some info that might be of some help on one of your design members blog. Hopefully she will pass it on. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
(((Hugs)))
M
Thinking and praying for you and your family. God Bless!
Hugs,
Kathy
http://the3esblog.blogspot.com/
Oh Betty I am thinking of you and your family in this very heart wrenching time and will be spreading the word to help you in any ways I can from all the ways over here. Big hugs and best wishes xx
Betty...I know there is nothing I can say to ease your heartache during this time... Just know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and Hugs, Donna. Xx
OMGoodness Betty... I am so sorry that you and your family (especially your son) have to go through this!!! I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers each and everyday!!! I am on my way to your store to see how I can help you and your family!!! I know I don't have much; but I will help out as much as I can!! Love Always... Sara Ament!!!
Oh, Betty, I am so sorry to hear about Christian! I wish I could order somethings right now but unfortunately, I'm strapped for cash, myself, due to some unforseen circumstances. I'm sending lots of prayers to you both and wishing Christian a full and quick recovery. Hang in there and stay strong!
Betty, as you face these hard times, please lean on the Lord for the strength that you are going to need. Put your faith in Him that is our healer. I know that this situation is very scary and know that when one of our children or spouse is given this type of news, we tend to look at the negative as we are so scared. Please know that God is our healer and that He will be with you and your son every step of the way if you ask Him. I went through a very scary situation thinking that my husband was going to die. Made funeral arrangements even but God had other plans. Please know that all of your family and friends will be praying for your entire family and that all of us crafters will do what we can to help you financially. It is not a hand out but Love and Understanding...
God be with you♥♥♥♥♥
Betty I must admit I read the first couple of sentences and that was it for me. I am a Mum ... and I just can't bear the thought of anything happening to my daughter. I'm already crying .... and I can't even begin to imagine the pain and fear you are all feeling. You can count on me to help you out :)
This is my first time here .... followed a link from Kellie's Waffles.
xoxoxxo hugs and wishes to you and your family .. and most especially to your son.
Betty, so sorry to hear that... Sending you lots of hugs and thinking of you and your family. Hugs!
omg betty Sending prayers for your son ...hugz Anita..xx
Oh, Betty, my heart goes out to you! As a mother I can't even imagine how you must be feeling! You are such a sweet, generous, kind person and it makes me sad to see you faced with this stress. When your child is sick you shouldn't have to worry about money! You should be able to focus on helping him get well! I will of course buy when I can as I know every little bit will help. I am sending healing energy and big cyber hugs!!!
XX
Regan
My heart goes out to you and your family. I cannot even imagine what you are all going through.
I so hope that all ends up okay and your son does well with his surgery and any treatment.
Do they have a Ronald McDonald house near the hospital? I have often-times donated to a RM House, so that families of children in the hospital can stay close to their children. Familial support and love means the world.
Take care and again... ((hugs)) for things to go well.
Betty, know that lots of love, prayers and positive healing energy is being directed at your family from all of your on-line family. {{hugs}}
My heart goes out to you Betty. God Bless you and your son and I hope your sales soar through the roof. I posted your blog on my facebook. Hope it helps. I saw it on facebook and that is how I found you. I made my first purchase and I hope it helps Betty. Hugs. Lore
Hi, I posted about you & your family on my blog. I hope that is ok. I just asked my followers to stop by and purchase some of your fabulous stamps! My kids are so precious to me, I can't even imagine what it would be like if one of them were sick! I hope everything goes well for your son.
www.chrissandlou.blogspot.com
Betty,
I have only been a member of your site for a short time, but I check in frequently and just love the stamps. I am so sorry to hear of the trial you family is just beginning to embark upon. I too have a son that is almost 17 and I can't even imagine what you must be going through. My thoughts are with you, your son and your family.
Sincerly
Jodi
I am so sorry! Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Here is a link to the American Cancer Society support page, please check them out. http://www.cancer.org/Treatment/SupportProgramsServices/index?ssSourceSiteId=null
The hospital will also have patient advocates than can help you find more financial help and will help with any insurance issues. Stay positive and take care!
OMG I am so so sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I don't own any Simply Betty Stamps yet but I do love them and will be making a purchase to help your very important cause.
Hugs,
Kate
As a Mom, I am at a loss as to what to write to help you. I am so so so sorry to hear about your Son. I don't get paid until Monday, but I will be back and buy as much as I can. In the meantime I will get my two children, myself and my husband to all pray for you, your Son and your whole family. I really wish that I was more eloquent when it comes to words, but know that we are all pulling for your Son's safe operation and easy recovery. God Bless you and keep you. Hugs, Lisa G
I am so sorry to hear that this is happening to you and your family. I know with all of us crafty people praying for your son he will get through this so speedy fast! I just know everything will work out and he will be back to being a healthy teenage boy again!! I love all of your stamps and I plan on purchasing your 2 newest stamp lines as soon as hubby gets paid LOL! In the mean time I will promote your stamps on my blog, I love them and I am brand new to using them! thank you so much for being so creative with your stamps!!
Sandra
Oh Betty! I am so sorry to hear this news of your son - I have a daughter just his age and I know it would kill me. I am praying for strength and courage for all of you and for God to guide the hands of the surgeon and to hold you all in His arms and give you comfort.
I'm so sorry to read this, Betty, and glad I'm able to help a little bit!
Hugs to Christian and all of you,
Alina
Hi Betty, I am so sorry to hear your news, we will kep you all in our thoughts and prayers, gentle hug for Christian. and one for you too, I am off to look at your digi`s, I am in Aberdeen Scotland. love Carole
Betty, i am praying for your family and for a quick recovery for your son. My heart goes out to you in this time of need and will do my best to help out.
Oh Betty, you, Christian and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! I hope for Christian to have a speedy recovery and that he keeps his playful spirit through this.
Hugs & hugs & hugs!
Carla
Oh Betty. I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your beautiful Christian. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. Much love xo Jackie
Soo sorry to hear about your son Christian & I don't want to imagine how your feeling Betty (I have 2 sons so I know it is your worst nightmare). Wishing you all the luck in the world.
I hadn't heard of Simply Betty stamps until now - now going to check out the store.
Lots of love & hugs.
Tracey
xx
Betty, I'm so sorry to hear of this news, I know you must be terribly overwhelmed with this discovery. My thoughts are with you and your family, especially Christian and hope that Christian will soon be back to his playful self. I will do whatever I can to help you out.
love n' hugs
Donna
Oh Betty! My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family! Huge positive healing thoughts and get well wishes to Christian. Stay strong, hon! xxD
just know that I am over here praying as hard as I possibly can for all of you. I have almost lost my oldest son twice now, and he just turned 21, so I know how it feels. it's hard to see right now, but brighter days are just over the bridge. it's the walk there that is the hardest. but remember not one of you walks it alone.
sending hugs along with the prayers!
I am so sorry to hear of your news. It breaks my heart to hear of a child having to deal with something like this. I have 3 children of my own and cannot imagine the trials that you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with your son and your whole family. I have never used digis or really any stamps that you color in(I'm not a very talented artist hehe), but I will be purchasing some from you. I guess I will have to start sometime. What better time than now?
(:(:Smiles:):)
Robin
Betty, sending my best wishes that everything will go well for your son and keeping him and your family in my thoughts!
Lot's of hugs, Elenor
my heart goes out to you betty, I truly hope everything works out well x
Oh Betty... I'm so sorry to hear about your son. You have to worry about him getting better and in addition have to worry about getting the money to make that happen... that's just horrible. Here in The Netherlands we are lucky to have a health care system that would get every bill paid. I have loved your images for a while but simply didn't have the time to use them so hadn't bought them... but I will do so right now. Hope you get the money to help your son today rather then tomorrow. Take care!! Of yourself and your boy!
Big hug,
Mariska
Betty, I'll be thinking of you and your son. I hope the tests turn out well and that things start looking up.
Betty, Hi! I just did a donate for the new digi. Paypal email--
Rathrfish7 AT aol DOT com
Please email the digi to my actual email--
susanscraps AT comcast DOT net
Also I want you to know that if I wasn't on disability, and could afford it I would have purchased more stamps (I just gave you an order for 4 of the awesome steampunk halloween collection) I would have also donated more for that digi, but I got my ss dis. check on the 28 and it is basically gone already...Plus most digis are anywhere from $2.00 - $ 4.00 so I went with the low end. Sorry.
I will try next month to give you another order.
I would like Christian permission for me to add his name to my Health candle list. I light it nightly for one hour and say a small incantation, read my list of names, and meditate on sending out healing energy. If you haven't figured it out I am a Neo-Pagan witch. We do not do anything for anyone else without permission. so could you have him dend me the digi in an email and he can tell me if I can light the the candle for him nightly.
please remember to use the susanscraps email.
thanks. :)
Much love, hugs and blessings,
Susan
Betty, thoughts & prayers are with you, Christian and your family. I have purchased some digis - love it - and will also spread the word on my blog. God be with you!
Betty my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have made a blog post to help share the Love. Big Hugs to all of you,
~Patricia
Betty I am so sorry you and your family are having to go through this and you son is so young. I know everything will work out for you guys keep strong and I will keep the prayers coming! Take care.
Hugs,
Angela
MANY PRAYERS ARE COMING YOUR WAY AND MAKING A LITTLE DONATION AND GOING TO TRY ADVERTISING FOR YOU FROM MY TEAR BEARS ON FACEBOOK AND HELP SPREAD THE WORD!!!!!!!!!
Betty, As a mother myself my heart is breaking for you. I cannot imagine the pain you are going through. When something like this happens to one of our children we wish we could go through it for them so they don't have to feel an ounce of pain, but instead we have to be strong for them and that is a tough job when in reality we are falling to pieces inside. You, Christian and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs & Blessings,
Angela
Betty, don't know the right words to say, so sending huge cyber hugs for you and Christian, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. What wonderful friends he has I am sure they will help you both through this, take careX:)
I'm so sorry... I'm working on a hospital (oncology)- so i know just a little where you are going through....
But don't give up hope! Be strong and brave.
A lot of hugs for you and your son...Simone
I clicked a link from a friend on facebook and found your amazing stamps (don`t do digi) and news of your son, which is just so heartbreaking ... many hugs to you, your son and your family.
have just ordered a few stamps..just perfect for my son aged 14, who has special needs..and will love these images on xmas/birthday cards!!
thoughts are with you
vanessa xx
I was away this weekend and am catching up on my blogs Now. I am so sorry to hear about your son's Condition and will keep your family in my thought's and will be sending healing energy his way. I went thru a Brain tumor with my husband about 9 yrs ago now and it was the worst time of my life. From the brain surgery to the radiation therapy I was a wreck inside but had to keep it all together on the outside for my families sake. The curse of being the MOM I guess. SO as you go thru your time of need know that we are all here for you and pulling for your son and your family. I can't say there will not be rough days but there will be a rainbow at the end of the storm I promise.
dear betty
i read the message a little bit late because i was on vacation
i wil give a lot of dutch wishes and hugs to you and your family
a lots of love from holland
Janine
So sorry to hear that you and your son (and I'll bet the rest of the family) are suffering Betty. Sending hugs via the web to all and I'm off to buy some stamps.
Big squeezes from Australia,
Kate
Dear Betty,
I wish you the best for you, your son particularily and all your familly.
I send you a lot of +++++++ I hope he will be fine very soon! xoxox
My prayers are with you and your son, Betty. Hoping everything goes smoothly and he has an easy recovery.
Sending Love and Hugs to you all and Bright Purple Healing Vibes to you Christian........ I want to be able to ride the Roller Coasters if I make it out to CHA in January!
XO
VIcki
As the mom of two sons, this BREAKS my heart! I'll be praying for you and your son!
Our love and healing hugs and prayers go out to Christian and your family. this is my first Betty stamps purchase and I am honoured that it is going to help such a courageous young man. Never give up believing and fighting! So glad to hear he is a class clown- I am sure his humour will help to get him through this time. much love and kisses from Canada xoxo
oHH WOW..Betty.. this is your "neighborhood from Palmdale.... I am Praying "healing" for your Son at this very moment. And I am sending Blessings to you and your family
Hugs
Betty,
Keep the Faith
With God, all things are possible!
Dawn RI
Betty, I am so sorry you and your family have to go through all this. Know that you are all in our prayers. Your digi stamps are my favorite and it will be nothing to buy some more!
Here's to a quick and as PAINLESS as possible surgery and a quick recovery!
Corinne
My heart goes out to you and your family! Please know you are in our prayers! Stay strong!
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