No Shave November 2014 for Lymphoma Research Foundation

Grow to Give Thanks Next Week

All month long, men and women have put their razors down for No-Shave November.  No-Shave November is a unique and nation-wide volunteer effort devoted to growing awareness about lymphoma and supporting the Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF). Although the month is coming to a close, you can still make a difference by participating in No-Shave this Thanksgiving week! What does not shaving symbolize? It's a way of embracing and recognizing your hair, which many lymphoma patients lose. It's a conversation piece and way to educate the public about the most common type of blood cancer. It's a way to fund critical lymphoma research programs by encouraging friends and family members to support your no-shave efforts and by donating to the Lymphoma Research Foundation.  While not shaving for an entire month may seem daunting, a week is definitely doable.  For the entire week of Thanksgiving, put down your razors and raise awareness and vital funds to support LRF's mission! Continue your support by challenging 10 friends to do the same. You can take a photo, share what you're thankful for this year, tag it #NoShaveTGiving and share your picture with LRF on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.  To learn more or to donate, visit https://www.crowdrise.com/briansbeardgangnoshavenovember/fundraiser. Like LRF     Follow LRF     Connect with LRF     Circle LRF    Listen to LRF       Watch LRF LRF National Headquarters 115 Broadway, Suite 1301 | New York, NY 10006 212-349-2910 | LRF@lymphoma.org www.lymphoma.org LRF Home  |  Email Preferences  |  Privacy Policy

A meager attempt at "No Shave November" as a 6 year survivor of Mantle Cell Lymphoma

October 13, 2014 was my 6th "birthday" or stem cell transplant anniversary!

Gratitude: Remembering Lindsay with joy and love_November 17, 2003

“Here, in a nutshell, is what it means to understand something as a gift and to handle it with gratitude, a perspective biblical religion puts around all of life. And I am here to testify that this is the only way down from the Mountain of Loss. I do not mean to say that such a perspective makes things easy, for it does not. But at least it makes things bearable when I remember that Lindsay was a gift, pure and simple, something I neither earned nor deserved nor had a right to. And when I remember that the appropriate response to a gift, even when it is taken away, is gratitude, then I am better able to try and thank God that I was ever given her in the first place.” 

Quote from Tracks of a fellow struggler by John Claypool, pg. 82, Word Publisher, 1974.  (We have edited the text by using Lindsay’s name to replace his daughter’s name in the original text.)

Lindsay Ostrem Roach would have been 37 this year. Her legacy continues to touch our lives and others over the past 11 years. The Claypool quote above has proven to be so true over the years since her passing. Gratitude brings healing. Healing brings joy. Those were strong attributes of Lindsay who was a woman of great strength and faith. Giving thanks God for the gift of our loved ones and friends on this day.

Lindsay and her wonderful sister, Whitney

Friends Forever!

Season of Special Days in 2014

Mark 1:29-34 NIV

Jesus Heals Many

29 As soon as they left the synagogue, they went with James and John to the home of Simon and Andrew. 30 Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they immediately told Jesus about her.31 So he went to her, took her hand and helped her up. The fever left her and she began to wait on them.

32 That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. 33 The whole town gathered at the door, 34 

Jesus Heals Many

29 As soon as they left the synagogue, they went with James and John to the home of Simon and Andrew. 30 Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they immediately told Jesus about her.31 So he went to her, took her hand and helped her up. The fever left her and she began to wait on them.

32 That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. 33 The whole town gathered at the door, 34 and Jesus healed many who had various diseases. He also drove out many demons, but he would not let the demons speak because they knew who he was. He also drove out many demons, but he would not let the demons speak because they knew who he was.

This is a season of special days.
October 3 is the third anniversary of my father's death. A man of few words but great influence. He has shaped my life and faith in ways that did not always involve words. He once said that trust was one of the greatest values. You could always depend on dad. He was a faithful and honorable man who influenced the life and faith of others. He would be 103.

Justin and Amy's wedding day

October 13th will be my 6th "birthday" post stem cell transplant. Miraculously I am healthy. My lymphoma is in full remission. Thanks be to Jesus the healer and the men and women who have prayed for and the ones who have treated me over the past 6 years. My Mayo surgeon assured me when I asked the day after surgery if he knew if I had 3 days, 3 months or 3 years. His answer was "Dr Letendre (my hematology/oncologist) and I are going to make you well. In my mind I added.."and Jesus." Every day is a gift from God and I give thanks for one more day to serve Him and others.

KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS. 

NO MATTER WHAT YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES MAY BE

Tedd

July 2nd 2014 "67" today!

Six years ago I met a 6 year survivor of Mantle Cell Lymphoma while having chemo and wondered what that must feel like? Didn't know at the time if I would be writing still on this page or celebrating with all the saints in heaven. But here I am. Two new grand babies in June only 5 days apart! My mother is adjusting very well to living in Roseville and our family will be together for the 4th. Again I give thanks to the Lord for all these gifts daily. Ps 103 captures my life journey toward healing. I read it again this morning and was filled with great peace and joy.
Happy 4th of July to all our friends and family!

Psalm 103

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 do not forget all his benefits—
3 who forgives all your iniquity,
   who heals all your diseases,
4 who redeems your life from the Pit,
   who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy,
5 who satisfies you with good as long as you live*
   so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.

June 22, 2014: Two grandbabies in 5 days "Gus and Mac"

God blessed us with two new grandbabies five days apart. Augustus Frederick Marvin Woelfle was born on June 17th 2014 weighing in at 9 pounds 2 ounces. June 22nd 2014 Mackenzie Rose Roach came into our lives weighing 6 pounds 13 ounces. Two bundles of pure love born into our world. I am so grateful for the time given me to experience the joy of my grandchildren's births. Nothing can describe the love I have for all my children and grandchildren. God has been so good to me.

 

"Gus and Mac"

June 7th, 2014 Prayer

I have been the recipient of many, many prayers over the past 6 years. I believe prayer changes prognosis as in my own case. I lift up a request for a shower of prayers on my friend Chuck

who has been diagnosed with esophageal adenocarcinoma. He is preparing for radiation at this time. It appears to be localized extensively in the esophagus. My prayers are for the cancer to remain localized, well contained and that the radiation treatment will be accurate and highly effective. Let's just bathe Chuck's esophagus with as many prayers as possible for complete healing in the days and weeks to come. Thank you in advance for any and all prayers offered for Chuck and his family.

The most astonishing thing about miracles is that they happen. 

  G. K. Chesterton
English author & mystery novelist (1874 - 1936)

May 31st An Epic Day for Olga

Today my mother Olga, moved from Moorhead after 63 years a resident. She leaves a legacy of friendship and faith that she has shared with her family and friends. Her spirits are high as she enters a new season of her life at 96. She is remarkable. Her zest for life and a new adventure at her age is wonderful. Mom will live a few minutes from our home and will be able to enjoy our family events up close and personal. We have our granddaughter's third birthday tomorrow and two grand babies arriving  in the next few weeks. Mom's world has broadened into a new journey in her later years. We are blessed to have this time in our lives to enjoy our future life events together. God has worked a special time out for us in these days.

Ecclesiastes 3 reminds us,
 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven:
2 a time to be born, and a time to die;
a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted;
3 a time to kill, and a time to heal;
a time to break down, and a time to build up;
4 a time to weep, and a time to laugh;
a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
5 a time to throw away stones, and a time to gather stones together;
a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;
6 a time to seek, and a time to lose;
a time to keep, and a time to throw away;
7 a time to tear, and a time to sew;
a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
8 a time to love, and a time to hate;
a time for war, and a time for peace.

Now is a time for enjoying the time we have been given to celebrate life and family.
Thanks be to God....

Easter 2014

Our Easter was a wonderful time of worship and family. The greatly anticipated sunshine warmed our day but "The Sonshine" warmed our hearts and lives. A dear friend shared a link with us and I hope you take time to visit it. It is a MUST view Easter video. Really worth the watch especially if you might be a dog or pet owner (you will understand if you watch it).

http://vimeo.com/92444576

Easter Blessings to all.
Tedd

January 30th 2014 Quote from GK Chesterton

The most astonishing thing about miracles is that they happen. 

  G. K. Chesterton
English author & mystery novelist (1874 - 1936)

Edna Anderson: A life well lived January 3rd, 2014

Olga and Edna (May 2013)

Above is a picture of my Mother and Aunt. Edna made the final journey from this life to the next on Jan 3rd in the early morning hours surrounded by her family. She was a woman of great strength and character. A widow at a young age she persevered over the years with grace and gentleness. She passed from this life to the next with the same grace that she'd lived. She sits in the presence of Jesus and all the saints this day fully alive experiencing the wonder of God's love. First Peter 1 reveals the truth of her passing..."Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he has given us a new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,"