gratitude Category
Saturday, January 16th, 2010
Times are tough all over
People loosing jobs
I lost my job.
My Friend, Kristen, has lost her job
her “day” job
and will be temporarily moving to another state
to pursue an opportunity.
I wanted to get with her to wish her luck before she left,
so I went to her “other” job to see her.
She owns a Curves studio in my neighborhood
I used to be a member, “before”.
Mr. Sack gave me the membership
for my birthday 2008
plus flowers
when he was still being a
nice guy
and cared.
Kristen has been busy and is not a computer person
does not read my blog often
so did not know of my need to start exercising again
or the search for a Rebounder.
She was unaware of my need to start exercising
but I cannot afford to pay for a membership.
Kristen has gifted me a month membership to her Curves location
with the stipulation that I get my eBay up and running.
A gift AND incentive!
Thank You, Kristen!
Tags: Cliff Grimes, Clifford F Grimes, Clifford Grimes, Curves, Dallas, exercise
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Tuesday, December 29th, 2009
The interview on “Its Your Health” radio was this morning.
A few minutes ago.
Wow.
The time flew
and there was so much I didn’t get to say.
Information that I wanted to share.
Information about my situation.
Information that I have gone through
Information that may help others.
.
My monthly medical bills – depending on what tests I need done – are between $15,000 and $17,000.
Yes – Per.Month.
The cost for the 5 medications that I am on is almost $15,000 per month
Monthly infusion and blood tests – tack on an additional $400.
PET / CT scan adds $1,200 every 3 months.
With the PAPs (Patient Assistance Programs) that I am qualified for, my monthly medicine bill goes “down” to $4,500, plus the cost of the tests.
Not easy for a currently unemployed temp secretary who is doing it all alone…
I really wanted to touch on the PAPs – Patient Assistance Programs. These are SO Important!! These are “offered” by the drug companies for people in need – that would be me. If you are in need, PLEASE contact the drug company and ask if there is a Patient Assistance Program that you would qualify for. Most drugs have some form of a PAP.
When you go for appointments or tests, Be Sure to tell them your story – that you have no insurance, that your insurance doesn’t cover this or that or whatever. Most medical facilities offer discount rates for people in need.
As I said – now is Not the time for pride.
Ask for help.
There are people out there who WILL help you.
People who Want to help.
Regardless if you are a precious toddler, a young adult, or – like me – an “old fat gal”.
People Will Help.
I am here, asking for help.
I have gone through my savings and the small inheritance I got from my Grandfather ($30,000) to purchase a home. My own home. My first home.
Gone.
Now I am dependent on fundraisers and donations.
The kindness of Family, Friends and Strangers.
The kindness of people helping.
Each month is a struggle to pay for my meds.
Each month is terror that I will not be able to afford to continue to fight this battle.
I do Not want to die.
Not yet…
Thank You So Very Much to Lisa Davis! and “Its Your Health” radio for giving me the opportunity to get my info out there!!
Tags: Dec 2009 interview, interview, It's Your Health Radio, Its Your Health, Lisa Davis, radio interview
Posted in appreciation, Burzynski Clinic, Coping, Doctors, Dr. K. Keller, Emotions, excitement, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, hope, Special People, strength | 2 Comments »
Monday, December 28th, 2009
The interview on “Its Your Health” radio has been rescheduled to Dec 29, 8:30-8:50am CST.
That’s tomorrow.
Woo Hoo!!
Thank You Lisa!
TeamDenise!
Tags: Dec 2009 interview, interview, It's Your Health Radio, Its Your Health, Lisa Davis, radio interview
Posted in Emotions, excitement, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, hope, Special People | 1 Comment »
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
The rescheduled interview on “Its Your Health” radio has been rescheduled to Dec 24, 9:50-10:10am EST.
That’s tomorrow.
TeamDenise!
Tags: Dec 2009 interview, interview, It's Your Health Radio, Its Your Health, Lisa Davis, radio interview, Suzanne Somers
Posted in Aminocare A10, Antineoplaston Therapy, Burzynski Clinic, Burzynski Clinic Doctors, Dr. S. Burzynski, excitement, Gene Therapy Drugs, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, scared, Special People, Team Denise | 1 Comment »
Monday, December 21st, 2009
I am being interviewed on a Boston radio station!
It’s pretty exciting…
The show is “Its Your Health” and the host is Lisa Davis – a gal who I connected with via Facebook. Don’t ask me how cuz I don’t remember, but she seems nice.
But I do remember that she mentioned that she wanted to interview me about my battle without insurance.
She remembers me and wants to share my story.
My story.
She also has interviewed Suzanne Somers several times, regarding her new book, Knockout, which addresses cancer and specifically mentions Dr. Burzynski and The Burzynski Clinic. So I will be happy to share my tests results.
I’ve known for about a month that this interview might be upcoming, but didn’t have a firm date. There was talk of “sometime in January”, so I’ve been waiting…
Waiting, waiting waiting…
Hoping
but not expecting.
Now I know.
The interview will be tomorrow – Dec 22 – at 10:50 EST.
Tomorrow
I’m nervous…
Need to get ready.
I’m excited…
Excited to get the word out some more
TeamDenise!
Tags: Dec 2009 interview, interview, It's Your Health Radio, Its Your Health, Lisa Davis, radio interview, Suzanne Somers
Posted in Alternative Treatments, Aminocare A10, Antineoplaston Therapy, appreciation, Burzynski Clinic, Burzynski Clinic Doctors, Cancer, Dr. S. Burzynski, excitement, Gene Therapy Drugs, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, hope, sadness, scared, Special People, Team Denise, tired | 1 Comment »
Thursday, October 29th, 2009
A Gentleman who I went to high school with (just a Few years ago) recently reconnected with me via Facebook. His daughter battled lymphoma in 2001 – she became a Warrior during her freshman year of college. Jeff, his wife and their 2 sons were right by her side as she battled and won! She is now happily married with 2 beautiful sons of her own. What a True Blessing for their family!
Jeff found me via mutual FB Friends, and felt empathy for my situation. He has emailed me kind words of encouragement and prayers.
To help get my story “out there”, Jeff surprised me by posting my story on a forum that he is active on – Lone*Star Speed Zone. It is titled “Help for a friend, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month“. I am very touched by this kind gesture.
Yes, boardgames are my passion, but my Dad is a “Gearhead” (eh – in high school, I believe we called it “motorhead”) and I was raised with horsepower under the hood – and Loved it!
Thanks, Jeff!!
Tags: Lone Star, Lone*Star Speed Zone, racing
Posted in appreciation, Coping, Emotions, encouragement, Friends, Friendship, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, hope, Special People, strength, Team Denise, Warriors | No Comments »
Sunday, July 26th, 2009
Thank You Very Much to the community of of Kingwood Underground who responded to Sheryl’s post about my situation.
You have No Idea how much strength I get from your prayers and kind words of encouragement. And your donations to my cause will definitely help to ease my financial burden…
Your generosity is Much Appreciated!!
Tags: Kingwood Underground, Sheryl
Posted in appreciation, Coping, Generosity, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, hope, Prayer, strength, Support | No Comments »
Saturday, July 25th, 2009
Several years ago, I attended a Bunco event and met some nice ladies. For those who don’t know, Bunco is a dice game which has recently gained some popularity, especially among women in the suburbs – as a social networking outlet.
Well, my interest in Bunco was short cuz I prefer games with more strategy involved, but I did manage to maintain a - mostly online – friendship with a gal named Sheryl. I even went to her home once, as she was/is on eBay Power Seller and I was wanting to get into selling on eBay. I Got A LOT of information from her class – was Well worth it!
Anyway… On Saturday morning, Sheryl helped to “get the word out” and posted a very nice message about my situation on a local community web site, Kingwood Underground
Thanks Sheryl!
Tags: Kingwood Underground, Sheryl
Posted in appreciation, Coping, Emotions, Generosity, Getting The Word Out, gratitude, Support | 1 Comment »
