The out pouring of support for a Beautiful, Strong, Courageous Woman begins!
November 11, 2009
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The out pouring of support for a Beautiful, Strong, Courageous Woman begins!
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IT COULDN’T BE DONE
Somebody said that it couldn’t be done,
But he with a chuckle replied
That “maybe it couldn’t,” but he would be one
Who wouldn’t say so till he’d tried
So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin
On his face. If he worried he hid it.
He started to sing as he tackled the thing
That couldn’t be done, and he did it.
Somebody scoffed: “Oh, you’ll never do that;
At least no one ever has done it”;
But he took off his coat and he took off his hat,
And the first thing we knew he’d begun it.
With a lift of his chin and a bit of a grin,
Without any doubting or quiddit,
He started to sing as he tackled the thing
That couldn’t be done, and he did it.
There are thousands to tell you it cannot be done,
There are thousands to prophesy failure;
There are thousands to point out to you, one by one,
The dangers that wait to assail you,
But just buckle in with a bit of a grin,
Just take off your coat and go to it;
Just start to sing as you tackle the thing
That “cannot be done” and you’ll do it.
EDGAR A. GUEST
Taken from Norman Vincent Peale’s
Treasury of Joy and Enthusiasm
Chapter 6 – the Value of Positive Attitude
Comment by jcockton — November 11, 2009 @ 6:20 am |
First of all I want to thank Jennifer Palmer Cockton for setting up this blog so all of Sylvie’s friends and loved ones have a place they can express their love and admiration for Sylvie. I encourage all of you who know Sylvie to use this blog for words of encouragement as she embarks on yet another battle for her life.
I just want Sylvie to know that with every breath I take I will do whatever it takes to make sure that she lives a long and cancer free life with the love of her life Jeff and her kids. You mean the world to me and I’m just sorry we haven’t stayed in constant contact throughout the years but now you will have a hard time getting rid of me now. You are the most loving, caring person I have ever meet and your an inspiration to us all. I don’t think I could even come close to handling something like this if I had to go through it and even when you had your own battles to fight you always find time to pick up the spirits of others.
Love you,
Tina
Comment by Tina Smith — November 11, 2009 @ 6:23 am |
I want everyone to know that people who are ill, need so much support!! I am not sure how I would of gotten through cancer the first time if it were not for my amazing soul mate Jeff, my kids, my mom and family and friends!! I love my life and I wouldnt change it for anything this Universe has to offer!! I am a very strong person and I know deep in my soul that this is not what will end my life, my life will end on my 100th birthday, after all my family and friends help me celebrate with cake and a party ..I will go to bed and smile to the Universe knowing that my life is what it was meant to be. I will write out my journey over the next few months and do a video diary of my experience with this new battle!! I want you all to know how Im feeling, how things are progressing and most of all I want you all to know that without each and everyone of you, this journey would be impossible!! I love you all and thank you for getting on the Kick Ass train to Houston!! Live Laugh and Love.
Comment by Sylvie — November 11, 2009 @ 7:10 am |
I don’t personally know Sylvie, however I do know Jennifer and I know she is the greatest supporter of everybody and I hope many friends will come to help in your fight Sylvie by support, donations and big smiles because sometimes a smile is what we need to get us through the day. My grandmother has had 2 different cancers in the last 3 years including breast cancer and she fought with great spirits and by staying positive and telling herself she’ll be just fine and she has beaten both cancers. I hope the same for you and best wishes in your journey. My thoughts and good healthy vibes are with you
Michelle
Comment by Michelle — November 11, 2009 @ 6:56 am |
Hi Jenn (and Sylvie),
I understand there’s a silent auction in the works? I’m not sure that I have anything to donate but it would be my pleasure to help out in some way; working the door or anything really. Please keep me posted! All the best, Sylvie. My dad beat cancer 6 years ago and is happy and healthy again. It can be done
~Andrea
Comment by Andrea W. — November 11, 2009 @ 7:12 am |
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I would like to donate 2 gift certificates for some healing work to help raise money for Sylvie. I don’t know her personally, but I also know Jenn, and any friend of hers, is a friend of mine.
Myself and my husband are both Reiki Masters and offer these gifts certificates for the silent auction, each worth $75 (or more). Whoever purchases them can choose a session any of the modalities that we do: Reiki (sessions or towards a class), Angel Readings, Ortho Bionomy, Psych-K, Sound & Crystal healing, and more.
For more info about what we do, visit our website at http://www.thunderbirdsky.com, so that you can make an educated decision if you wish to purchase one of these certificates for yourself, or for another. (great as a gift as we get closer to the holiday season)
I am also sending healing energy to Sylvie and her family. I will set up what I like to call and “infinite bank account” of healing so that she and her family can tap in anytime they like when they need healing, love and support. All you need to do is have the intent to tap into that well, and ask to “download” what you need, when you need it.
Love, Light and Blessings,
Candice Creelman – Reiki Master / Teacher, Angel Communicator
Comment by Candice Creelman — November 11, 2009 @ 6:13 pm |
I am overwhelmed by people who do not know me wanting to help. My goal is not only to get cured but also to enlighten people that are ill that there are others ways than drugs to deal with your pain. Trust me I know all to well what pain is about, I meditate, I pray with Rose Quartz Mala beads, I go for reflexology, I do Yoga and the universe knows I love to read. I am open to all kinds of alternative healing and that my friends is my ultimate goal. To open people eyes, hearts and souls to the power we possess in ourselves!! Live Laugh and Love
Sylvie
Comment by Sylvie — November 11, 2009 @ 8:32 pm |
Hi Sylvie
I am happy to donate a personally signed copy of Sex and the City by the author and original Carrie Bradshaw – Candace Bushnell – for your silent auction. I will definitely keep my eyes and ears open for additional goodies. Sending you love and light as you move through your healing journey.
Comment by Kari Dunlop — November 11, 2009 @ 11:03 pm |
Hi Kari, thank you so much! I appreciate your donation!!
Comment by Sylvie — November 11, 2009 @ 11:15 pm |
Being diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time in 4 years really has its effect on a person! But with my own strength, and the stregnth of family and friends I will get through it yet again. I am choosing to use an alternative method of treatment at the Burzynski clinic in Houston. I have had more surgeries than anyone should indure in their lifetime!! Ive had a total of 6 biopsies, a lumpectomy, a bi-lateral mastectomy of my right breast, then a mastectomy of my left breast along with a tram flap reconstruction of both breasts! Ive had 5 MRI’s, 2 bone scans and 3 full bocy CT scans…so conventional medicine FOR ME…is not working. My goal is not only to live but to be another voice that people should have the option to choose their treatment and that this treatment should be covered! They will spend (for breast cancer) an average of $15,000.00 per chemo session multiplied by 6-8 session, they will cover most of your medication afterward and then most oncologists will recommend that you are on Tamoxifen or another drug for 3-5 years after all your treatments!! But for some unknown reason because I am choosing alternative method of treatment for my life….I have to cover those costs myself. I am still fighting this one but unfortunately for the time being all the costs need to come from my own pocket. Thus the reason for this page, family and friends are helping me raise money to send me for my treatment in Houston Texas. We are planning a fundraiser and a silent auction. If you can donate items (big small we will take them all) for the auction, the more money can be raised and the quicker I can start my treatment.
Thank you for visiting my page and please forward the link to all your contacts because you never know who has the connections for flights, car rental, hotel ect.
Thank you again
Live Laugh and Love
Sylvie van Steenoven
Comment by Sylvie — November 12, 2009 @ 6:19 pm |
Hi Sylvie – my heart goes out to you and your family. With such a great attitude, you’re bound to beat it again. Jennifer, I will bring some organicKidz bottles to the next EM meeting for the auction.
Thanks,
Jane
Comment by Jane — November 13, 2009 @ 4:46 am |
Thank YOU – Jane!!
Comment by jcockton — November 13, 2009 @ 5:35 am |
Hello ladies- just a suggestion- lets have a page that explains the story, the amazing woman, and what’s going on… otherwise we’re pointing people to a page that just has comments… Lets add some pictures right away & video when we have some. Just a thought <3 We need something that is crystal clear if we're going to be pointing people to it & trying to raise funds.
Lisa
Comment by Lisa Ostrikoff — November 13, 2009 @ 5:07 pm |
Thank you Jane!
Comment by Sylvie — November 13, 2009 @ 6:22 pm |
Sylvie has been my closest, bestest (is that even a word?) friend in the whole world for about 5 years now. I love her so much, she is my youngest son’s Godmother. She was diagnosed with Breast Cancer around the same time we found out I the son I was pregnant with had Spina Bifida. We went thru so much together, and she was ALWAYS there for me. She was such a huge support for me, and she had her own issues! She is always putting other people ahead of herself. Lord knows we have had our ups and downs, but she is always there when you need her. This is why I didn’t think twice about helping her with this. I know what the first Chemo treatment was like for her, and what they, as a family, went thru. I completely support her decision to go the alternative route. I fully believe that she is the strongest person I know, and will overcome this little blip on her radar screen. When she is 100, (and I am much younger – lmao) we will be sitting on her porch laughing about how the Dr’s were upset she didn’t do it the traditional way, and she didn’t care what they thought! I would be lying if I didn’t say I wasn’t worried about you Silly, but I love you, and I know you will get past this, and be such an inspiration to so many people out there. You are definately an inspiration to me.
Here for you always…
Your little sis,
Kristyn
Comment by Kristyn — November 15, 2009 @ 7:45 pm |
Kristyn–now why do you have to make me cry first thing in the morning???? Darn it!! I honestly just do what I think is right and if that means that I sometimes put people ahead of myself, than so be it!! Im not always the easiest person to get along with and Lord knows I dont always say or make the right decisions but I try to learn from my mistakes and I know that is why you and I through all this crap we have been through…are still the best of friends!! You are truly like a little sister to me and yah when Im 100 and your “a little” younger, we will laugh about it!! That my friends I can guarantee!! I am fighting with every inch of my being to win this battle again and Im too stubborn to leave this world ..yet!! I told you the first time this is not how I will die, this is not what will take me out in life…and I meant it!! I guess cancer is testing me to see just how much will I have for life!! Well the battle is on and I WILL BE VICTORIOUS!!
Love you
Sylvie
Comment by Sylvie — November 16, 2009 @ 1:25 pm |
Dear Sylvie & Jenn,
I have several friends that have been impacted by cancer. One in particular is my beautiful & courageous friend Jennifer Vorobiev. I included a blog post about her on http://blog.simpleeserene.com/2009/10/celebrating-jennifer-soup-by-jennifer.html Jenn is Miss February in the 2010 Pink Ribbon Pinups Calendar http://www.pinkribbonpinups.com/ What never ceases to amaze me is Jenn’s incredible courage, her positive outlook and her beautiful energy. May her courage & inspiration rub off on you through out this.
Jenn, you are an incredible woman to love and support Sylvie in this way. I would be honored and happy to donate a Nikken PiMag Aqua Pour Water System Value $350 for the Silent Auction.
Right Now
By Ralph Marston
Stop for a moment and calm your thoughts.
Let go of your anxieties and look around you.
What do you see?
You see a world filled with beauty.
You see a life filled with possibilities.
You see dreams being born, being nurtured and being fulfilled.
Yes, there are challenges, Yes, there is sorrow.
Yes, there is violence and hatred.
But more than these there is love,
There is goodness, there is joy.
The future is uncertain.
And that means there’s no limit as to how
Beautiful and joyful you can make it.
Yet what you have is right now.
And right now is completely as it should be.
It is your time to live.
Think of what a precious thing your life is
And how truly blessed you are to be experiencing it.
Right now, any anxiety you have about the future is only an illusion.
Let it go.
Let it fade away as the beauty and perfection of right now wash over you.
The best thing you can do for the future
Is to live with everything you have in the present.
Right now, you are in a position to create real,
Lasting positive value for the world in which you live.
How do you do that? By following your heart.
By being the you that is really you.
You may have wandered away from yourself.
Now is the time to come home.
You know in your heart that you’re here for a reason.
The pain you feel is that purpose, that reason for living,
As it constantly aches to break free.
When it does, you’ll be more alive than you ever
could have imagined.
Breathe in the beauty around you,
The beauty and richness of being alive.
It is your gift.
It is your fortune.
It is your blessing.
And it is yours, to live, to experience, to fulfil.
Right Now!
Comment by Lee Horbachewski — November 17, 2009 @ 5:39 pm |
Lee
Thank YOU SO Much!!
I met your friend Jen at the Fire Fighters – eWomen event.
She is wonderful! She signed the Calendar for me.
Your donation and all of the donations being made are very much appreciated!
Comment by jcockton — November 17, 2009 @ 8:59 pm |
Aahhh yes, that’s right! And yes she is Wonderful an absolute inspiration to me!!!
You are welcome – just let me know how to get the donation to you. This week is very crazy as I am in the final stages of prep for Just Like Mom – I am so excited… It is my hope to be able to raise $5000 for Rowan House Emergency Shelter… Are you coming?????
Hugs
Lee
Comment by Lee Horbachewski — November 18, 2009 @ 6:59 am
Lee:
A million thank yous is not enough for your kind words, the poem and your donation!! I find it really dificult at times that I am being judged on my choices for my life and my treatments!! So when I read something as kind as what you have written, it re-affirms that people support my choices. that in itself is worth the world to me!! Thank you soooo much!!
Sincerely
Live Laugh and Love
Sylvie
Comment by Sylvie van Steenoven — November 18, 2009 @ 12:01 am |
Sylvie, unfortunately there will always be people who judge, it is your choice and your choice alone on how you give yourself the medicine you need. I was hospitalized in a pyschiatric ward in 2004 for Depression & Anxiety and attempted suicide on Oct 31, 2004 so I completely understand where you are coming from. People judge and make assumptions based on their own fears and also lack of education and knowledge. It is not their fault, and it is definitely not personal to you, I truly believe deep within they just don’t know how to properly support you. And without going through something of this magnitude themselves it is difficult for anyone to fully understand, so be grace filled and find it in your heart to forgive the people who may not accept you and your choices.
Lots of Love, Prayers & Healing Energy your way!
Lee
Comment by Lee Horbachewski — November 18, 2009 @ 6:57 am |
THanks yet again Lee!!
It is true, I had a bad day yesterday and things that usually dont get to me, just happened to get to me!! But its a new day and Ive let it go!! My energy has to be and will be focussed on me and my choices and if people dont agree well Ill respect that!! I agree that sometimes when people are scared to lose someone, they speak out with hurtful words and think later!! Your also right that forgiving them is the biggest gift to myself!! DONE!!
Thanks again
Live Laugh and Love
Sylvie
Comment by Sylvie van Steenoven — November 18, 2009 @ 11:33 am
http://blog.ewomennetwork.com/2009/11/18/embrace-your-unique-perspective/
Interesting read on – how we all see things differently!
Comment by jcockton — November 19, 2009 @ 5:57 pm |
Great article, thanks for sharing Jen…
Comment by Lee Horbachewski — November 19, 2009 @ 10:53 pm |
Looking forward to the Pow Wow tomorrow – Brainstorming with Sylvie & Friends!!!
Comment by jcockton — November 20, 2009 @ 4:07 pm |
Im excited about tomorrow!!! Have alot of ideas that have been sent my way, the steps are being taken for “the plan”!! I love a plan!!
Comment by Sylvie — November 20, 2009 @ 11:36 pm |
I’m hoping to be able to be a part of the pow wow tomorrow. I forgot to include my donation on my earlier comment. I own Salsa Babies in Calgary and I would love to donate a Gift Certificate which may be used towards either a Salsa Babies or Salsa Tots session and a Salsa Babies shirt total value of over 100.00!!! I’m very excited to be able to help in any way
Comment by Michelle — November 21, 2009 @ 6:26 am |
Anyone can make a donation at any CIBC branch, all you need is the following information:
Sylvie van Steenoven 02929 – 8409196 (transit – account#)
Comment by jcockton — November 21, 2009 @ 8:47 am |
Can everyone who is donating items for the silent auction, please send me an email and let me know how we can meet up to get the items!! It seems that I will have to get these things myself!! I am not a last minute kind of gal, I am very OCD on getting things done and being organized about it!! Thank you in advance! Sylvie
Comment by Sylvie — November 30, 2009 @ 3:57 pm |
100 tickets sold – 300 more to go. Even if you can not make it to the event – you can show your support by purchasing a ticket. Great Cause!
http://www.facebook.com/inbox/?ref=mb#/event.php?eid=194900607712&ref=nf
More wonderful silent auction items coming in every day.
Comment by jcockton — December 2, 2009 @ 8:57 pm |
Have a look at the Blog Spot
So Graciously contributed by http://www.BizBoxTV.com
http://sylviesstory.blogspot.com/
Comment by Jenn — December 4, 2009 @ 4:20 am |
Today Sylvie is in Surgery.
Sending her Energy today.
Comment by Jenn — December 11, 2009 @ 5:31 pm |
How was surgery? Is everything OK? We had a network of people praying for Sylvie yesterday and we are just wondering how everything went and is going.
Comment by Tamara — December 12, 2009 @ 11:07 pm |
Sorry for the delay in writing and updating. Surgery went very well I was home the same night. I have since seen the breast health doctor and pathology results are so-so depending how you look at it. I had a small tumor in my lymph node and all 6 nodes showed traces of cancer. The doctor removed a section about the size of half your fist. She went as far towards my rib cages as she could (she scrapped that and that is actually the only thing that is painful still,,,feels like a big bruise), she couldnt go any further without putting a hole through and you would see my lungs. She couldnt got further up towards the armpit without cutting into my nerve that is feeding the blood supply to my tram flap, and then all that tissue would die and need to be removed. So there is no other surgery that she can do and there is nothing else she can take out. The good news is that all my other tests revealed no cancer in any organs or bones, so we are taking this as a good sign to get my shit together and make sure it stays where it is.
I am now heading to California to work with Dr.Michael Galitzer. He will be taking care of genetic testing, hormonal testing, and testing of all my major organs to make sure they are functioning as they should be. The clinic tests everything….genetic, hormones, blood levels, urine levels, heart, kidney, liver lungs..you name it…its tested. All my natural medication will come from Vancouver. There are only 2 pharmacutical companies that distribute his natural stuff, 1 is in Toronto and the other in Vancouver. Since Im closer to Vancouver…. I will be doing a full body detox while I am there and I will also no longer be a meat eater. My naturopath had mentioned this to me 4 years ago, that alot of woman whos cancers cells are ER/PR+, turn to vegetarian. So Christmas turkey dinner was the last meat for me. I am going to be eating so healthy its crazy. The natural pills that I will need to be taking will cost me about $150-$200.00 a month, which is extremely, extremely cheaper than Houston clinic. The fact that the Galitzer clinic looks at every single part of my body and makes it all balanced, is very intriguing to me.
Oh yah and heres a kicker,,,,Im in menopuase!! I so did not need a test to tell me that!! Ive been bitchier than normal and Im snapping on a dime. Im trying to focus on meditation and relaxing but honestly Im not doing to good at it. Alot on my mind, worried about making enough money to go…you know everydy stuff.
Anyways thats my update for a bit. I will keep you posted on how things are going and hopefully see you all at the fundraiser.
Live Laugh and Love
Sylvie
Comment by Sylvie van Steenoven — December 29, 2009 @ 4:13 pm |
Happy Monday!! Please get me your auction items asap and only 9 days left to purchase your tickets!! You CANNOT purchase tickets at the door!
Comment by Sylvie van Steenoven — January 4, 2010 @ 3:47 pm |
Excellent – when can we connect for me to do that. Jenn
Comment by jcockton — January 4, 2010 @ 9:04 pm |
Hi Jenn!! I am home all week. My dayhome kids are back on Thursday, let me know what works for you.
Comment by Sylvie van Steenoven — January 4, 2010 @ 9:51 pm