Trying something new.

This is me, trying something new. My blog about Gabe and life in general. This is a test. Will see how it pans out.

Thank you for listening!!

The Iowa Farmer's Wife: InGenuity™ SleepEasy™ Playard Review and Giveway! ...

The Iowa Farmer's Wife: InGenuity™ SleepEasy™ Playard Review and Giveway! ...: To celebrate 300 likes on my Facebook page, I'm hosting a pretty awesome giveaway! I received this rockin' InGenuity™ Sleep Easy™ Playa...

Hodgkin's Lymphoma

Hodgkin's Lymphoma

I found out recently that one of my friends, my Best Friend for most of my life, was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I have learned since that first breakdown that it is a VERY curable disease. I'm thrilled with that.

I have also learned that she is at the hospital, having Chemo, all by herself. She is 2 1/2 hours away from family and friends, and over half-way across the country from me.

I have also learned, that even though we have not talked much, or been the greatest of friend in the last 10 years ... I still love her dearly. And, even with all the bickering, and dissapointments, she is the best friend I had most of my life.
I am also very ashamed to admit that I had not called her before last night, for fear that I would not be able to keep my voice steady while talking to her. And, I know she needs strong people, not wuss's like me. But, I did not get to talk to her last night, as it went to voicemail, and she did not call me back, I assume because she was tired. I don't blame her there.
But, the more I think about it, the more sad I am because I cannot be there for her. I wish I could. I wish I could be there to do everything she needed. I'm not 100% sure if that is because I care for her, feel bad for her, or want to make myself feel better. I like to think it is because I care for her. Deep down, I think it is a little of everything. Which I believe it should be.
All in all, I want her to know I am here for her. Whether she wants to laugh or cry or scream at someone. I'm here to hug her, even if it is in a roundabout way. I'm here to be her friend, even thought she has plenty of them out there. I love you. I miss you! And, you are stronger then this disease!
And, my most important lesson in all this ... I will never take anyone I love for granted again. And, I will make sure everyone I love KNOWS that I love them, whether it means anything to them or not. It means the world to me.

To The World You May Be One person,

But To One Person You May Be The World

Testing ... testing ... 1 ... 2 .... 3

Just kidding. Taking a stride from David. Gonna try having a blog. I love to write, and this may be a good way to try it. Let's see how it goes. :D