10.05.2009

Enjoying Life

It's breast cancer awareness month in case you haven't heard. I got checked recently and was free and clear, which is always a sigh of relief. Getting checked yearly is a must so you mustn't forget. Oh, and let's not forget why this is so dear to my heart...

This is my mama and she is a survivor. She had a double mastectomy and never got rebuilt. She fought hard even when she felt beyond awful. I remember when her hair became sparse and it was time to let go of the rest. I remember that being harder for me than for her. Soon after I had Ellie and they wore matching hats. Wish I had a photo of that. Although I am not sure how excited my mom would be to have me post one of those. She is coming up on her fifth year of being cancer free. She is my hero...


and Ellie's. I mean really, I think Ellie would live with sasa and papa if given the chance. I thank God for allowing her to extend her life. Love you mama.
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43 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 5, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    so beautiful Paula, good on you for raising awareness AND for sharing a touching family story. I got a little bit teary! I miss my Mum dearly and can't wait to see her in one week - thanks for sharing :)

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  2. KaseyOctober 5, 2009 at 6:37 AM

    what a beautiful family and post Paula!
    xo

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  3. Laura TreveyOctober 5, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    What a sweet picture of the three generations.... lovely!

    xo Laura

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  4. Maria JohnsOctober 5, 2009 at 7:08 AM

    Great pictures and truly inspiring! I lost my Dad almost one year ago now to a rare aggressive cancer and each day is still hard without him.
    thanks for sharing and your mom looks great

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  5. knackOctober 5, 2009 at 7:23 AM

    awesome!!.......I'm so glad that you and your daughter have your sweet mom in your life!

    happy monday! xo

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  6. Pink WallpaperOctober 5, 2009 at 7:30 AM

    so thankful for our mommies...5 years is awesome!!!

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  7. Design EsquireOctober 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    Great pictures! Its great that you all get extra time together. I am glad to hear that your mother has been cancer free for that long.

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  8. AnonymousOctober 5, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    This is an inspiring post, Paula. I'm glad to hear that your mom is doing well now. My mother-in-law is going on 7 years of being cancer free and we, like you, thank God for every day she is well. Have a good week!

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  9. amy and annOctober 5, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    What a beautiful post and a beautiful mother. COngratulations to her and I wish you both the very best.

    Thank you for sharing - it is inspiring!

    ann

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  10. Smitten DesignOctober 5, 2009 at 7:55 AM

    Beautiful post Paula & as always great pics.

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  11. RachelOctober 5, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Praise the Lord for your Mama, Paula. All three of you are beautiful!

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  12. LindsBOctober 5, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    This post is great, your mom is a hero to all!!

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  13. ViviOctober 5, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Such a lovely post! Thank you for sharing your (and your mama's) story.

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  14. megan @ a life's designOctober 5, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    beautiful post. Praise Him for 5 years of cancer free, and all the years to come.

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  15. SarahOctober 5, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    that is wonderful, happy to hear 5 years free!

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  16. MegOctober 5, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Oh wow Paula! This is so sweet! Congrats to Sasa for being so strong!! I pray for her and all others suffering and surviving breast cancer!

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  17. the NEO-traditionalistOctober 5, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    What an amazing story. Your mom is a true hero. Thank you for sharing with us all. She must be so proud of you.
    XX Kate

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  18. Katie @ Noodle and BoofOctober 5, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    Y'all are beaming. What a blessing!

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  19. Susie (So Blessed)October 5, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    This post really touched my heart and brought tears to my eyes. What a wonderful story of God's grace and mercy in the life of a beautiful lady...who has a beautiful daughter and granddaughter, as well!

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  20. LobotoMEOctober 5, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    lovely post ~

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  21. JenniferOctober 5, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    all three of you are beautiful!

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  22. CassieOctober 5, 2009 at 10:04 AM

    Absolutely beautiful Paula. Ellie has clearly discovered the magical wonder of grandparents - she is a lucky girl.
    Take care xx

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  23. Truly SmittenOctober 5, 2009 at 10:39 AM

    your mom is truly a hero!

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  24. AlineOctober 5, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    that is wonderful. what a brave, beautiful woman!

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  25. CharOctober 5, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    sooooooooooooooooo beautiful - love that she is a survivor. A true hero that has braved the war.

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  26. Blair FriedemanOctober 5, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    5 years--that is fantastic! Wonderful message and reminder to schedule an appt!

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  27. la la LovelyOctober 5, 2009 at 1:58 PM

    God is good!!! So glad you still have your Mom around!!!

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  28. TALKING YOUTH SOCCER inOctober 5, 2009 at 2:11 PM

    Your Mom is gorgeous!

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  29. two brunettesOctober 5, 2009 at 2:48 PM

    you really have the most beautiful family!

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  30. LaurenOctober 5, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    your mom is beautiful!!! (i see so much of her in you!!! :)

    wonderful post & love the pic of you 3.
    xoxo,
    lauren

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  31. Brooke @ Blueprint BlissOctober 5, 2009 at 5:55 PM

    such a sweet, sweet post. ya'll are all three so beautiful.

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  32. LeslieOctober 5, 2009 at 6:22 PM

    Blog hopping today and I came across your blog. Thank you so much for such an inspiring post! Your mom and ALL cancer survivors are amazing!

    If you get a chance, stop by. I've got a giveaway going on that you might like.

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  33. Jessica @ Lavender and LiliesOctober 5, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    Beautiful post. My grandmother died of breast cancer so it's topic that is near and dear to me as well. Thanks for such a sweet post.

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  34. VanaOctober 5, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    such sweet and touching post, Paula! Your family is beautiful!

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  35. Leah LindseyOctober 5, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    so sweet... thanks for sharing!!!

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  36. UnknownOctober 6, 2009 at 2:23 AM

    thanks for sharing such a personal story. this is such an important month and we all need to be reminded.

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  37. Estelle HayesOctober 6, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    Your mama is beautiful. Thanks for sharing that story.

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  38. AarteeOctober 6, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    thank you for sharing such a touching story...that is a gorgeous picture of you three

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  39. BonBon Rose Girls KristinOctober 6, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    I'm so happy that your Mom recovered and that you shared this with us!

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  40. the southern hostessOctober 6, 2009 at 3:47 PM

    What a beautiful family! And such lovely words. Thank you for sharing!

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  41. Full HouseOctober 6, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    I could see how you would have almost taken it harder than your Mom. Mommas are the best...

    That is really great that she hasbeen cancer free for 5 years.

    Christina

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  42. frenchieOctober 7, 2009 at 6:36 AM

    what a beautiful picture, 3 generations...
    i'm so happy that your mom has recovered! enjoy all the time you can with her...
    x

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  43. JenniferOctober 12, 2009 at 10:06 PM

    Congratulations to your mother, and to all of you, on her being cancer-free for five years. Here's to many, many more.

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