Written by Pam on her caringbridge website.
PAYING IT FORWARD!
Since last week Ilana has been working hard at getting settled at Hospice. I can tell you it has been a difficult transition for all of us, especially since Ilana is far from "throwing in the towel" at this point in time!
Last week her co-workers from Banner Thunderbird "3A Tele" organized a car wash to help raise money for Ilana, Ben and the boys! And that they did! Their hard work raised over $2,000! They are the most amazing group I have ever seen! The next fund raiser is planned for November 19th and 20th which will be a rummage sale at Melanie's house in Surprise. Stay tuned for the details in the next few weeks!
There as been a constant flow of friends, family and co-workers coming by Ilana's room at Hospice to help out in anyway they can. Even if it is just to give us a break for a few hours to catch up on errands. Yesterday was the first day Ilana's pain was somewhat controlled. She had visitors all day and she was totally thrilled! By the end of the day she said she was exhausted but in a good way! She has always been a people person......as long as there are people around, she's happy! Our friend Tom has been preparing meals every week sending them over on Wednesdays for all of us to enjoy. We have not had much time for cooking over these past several months and we so look forward to Tom's delicious home cooked meals! He has McDonald's and Wendy's beat hands down!
Since Ilana's cancer returned in August, Ben has spent many sleepless nights researching natural remedies to fight cancer. He was able to find a local naturopath who was willing to take Ilana on as a patient. They have actively been working together in treating Ilana's cancer and building her body up again. We are seeing improvements everyday. Even small improvements are so encouraging! Hopefully we are on the right track. Our next step is to work on getting her outside for some fresh air! Physical and speech therapy are also on the agenda!
This week both Matthew and Andrew have had colds so she hasn't been able to see them. Hopefully by the weekend they will be on the mend and creating chaos once again when they come over to play with "mommy".
Ben's newlywed sister "Ravishing Rachel" and brother in law "Brilliant Bryan" will be returning to their San Diego home soon. They will certainly be missed as they have done a lot of the "to do" projects at Ben and Ilana's house and made it look absolutely "stunning"! I can't wait to see Ilana's face when she finally comes home.....she will think she's in the wrong house!
Once again I know I can speak for all of us as we feel so fortunate and blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives. Thank you for your prayers and well wishes!
Last week her co-workers from Banner Thunderbird "3A Tele" organized a car wash to help raise money for Ilana, Ben and the boys! And that they did! Their hard work raised over $2,000! They are the most amazing group I have ever seen! The next fund raiser is planned for November 19th and 20th which will be a rummage sale at Melanie's house in Surprise. Stay tuned for the details in the next few weeks!
There as been a constant flow of friends, family and co-workers coming by Ilana's room at Hospice to help out in anyway they can. Even if it is just to give us a break for a few hours to catch up on errands. Yesterday was the first day Ilana's pain was somewhat controlled. She had visitors all day and she was totally thrilled! By the end of the day she said she was exhausted but in a good way! She has always been a people person......as long as there are people around, she's happy! Our friend Tom has been preparing meals every week sending them over on Wednesdays for all of us to enjoy. We have not had much time for cooking over these past several months and we so look forward to Tom's delicious home cooked meals! He has McDonald's and Wendy's beat hands down!
Since Ilana's cancer returned in August, Ben has spent many sleepless nights researching natural remedies to fight cancer. He was able to find a local naturopath who was willing to take Ilana on as a patient. They have actively been working together in treating Ilana's cancer and building her body up again. We are seeing improvements everyday. Even small improvements are so encouraging! Hopefully we are on the right track. Our next step is to work on getting her outside for some fresh air! Physical and speech therapy are also on the agenda!
This week both Matthew and Andrew have had colds so she hasn't been able to see them. Hopefully by the weekend they will be on the mend and creating chaos once again when they come over to play with "mommy".
Ben's newlywed sister "Ravishing Rachel" and brother in law "Brilliant Bryan" will be returning to their San Diego home soon. They will certainly be missed as they have done a lot of the "to do" projects at Ben and Ilana's house and made it look absolutely "stunning"! I can't wait to see Ilana's face when she finally comes home.....she will think she's in the wrong house!
Once again I know I can speak for all of us as we feel so fortunate and blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives. Thank you for your prayers and well wishes!
Ravishing Rach and Brilliant Bryan loving on Andrew and Matthew.
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