We Climbed before the Klimb 4 Kim...

We Climbed before the Klimb 4 Kim...
1997's Climb

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Kimmy Sunday

  An unprecedented 5th good day in a row!!  Although Kim did not get a chance to walk today (she wanted to use her walker our front), she ate well, still no oxygen and, since it was another incredible day here in Tucson, we put Betsey's recliner on our front porch, where Kim sat for several hours and enjoyed the birds, trees, blue sky (no clouds!) and watched the bambini's play in the park across the street.  By the time we brought her in, she had developed a nagging cough, but ate well - Betsey made us tortellini soup!
  Kim has been so strong during this 'journey', but today had two small 'bumps in the road'.  She cried this morning when she found she still could not walk, despite her legs coming down to near normal, she just does not have the strength or air capacity.  I held her and she said 'there, that's my 5 minute pity party'.  Later, we were going through pictures to print for Autumn's class Christmas project and Kim broke down again saying 'what a wonderful life we've had...'. I told her we were just waiting to see what wonderful things we would do next!  I can still count on one hand how many times she has cried since this has happened, she stays bright, always illuminating those around her.
  The bambini's made the most of this beautiful Sunday.  After breakfast, the kids and I took Bella for a walk out in the desert.  It was an amazing morning and the sun popped off of the surrounding mountain ranges.  When we got back, Andrea picked up Autumn and took her along with Breanna and Lexy to a party at Peter Piper Pizza.  Then, they went shopping at Target, Famous Footwear and Fry's.  They had a lot of fun.  Meanwhile, the boys played ping pong in the garage and then played out front with their friends Alex, Mitch and Hadley.  I took Cody and Alex on a bike ride through the desert - those guys wiped me out!  I could have used some of Kim's oxygen that we still have at the house when we got home!!  The boys had fun doing jumps and riding wheelies.
   After dinner, we watched Elf with Breanna, Lexy and Andrea.  The kids love that one, a Will Ferrell classic.
   Now Kim is resting in bed...her main concern tomorrow is having the right snacks and lunch!  She has told me that, after I drop off the kids at school, I should swing by Bruegger's, get a couple of breakfast sandwhiches and also a couple of their turkey sandwhiches...on rosemary/olive oil bagels, her favorite!  I know she must be nervous about her chemo tomorrow, but, all that shows is excitement to get going on the fight she has ahead of her - let this be the first punch she throws! 
   Today is the celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the appearance of the Blessed Mother to Juan Diego in Mexico.  We take strength in this story and pray to Mary to watch over Kimmy and help her get well...an Advent miracle..
    Love,
                      Dave

8 comments:

  1. I'll be thinking of you tomorrow! So glad to hear you had another good day! Sleep well...

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  2. Glad to hear yet another good day. Gotta get those legs working somehow though... Maybe tie one of those Bruegger's Bagel sandwiches to a stick and lead it out in front of her? Of course, I'm kidding! Dave, put the stick away... Good luck tomorrow Kim. We will all be thinking about you and praying for you.

    Love,
    Kenny

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  3. Keeping you guys in my prayers today & every day.

    Psalm 68:4 (Amplified Bible)
    Sing to God, sing praises to His name, cast up a highway for Him Who rides through the deserts--His name is the Lord--be in high spirits and glory before Him!

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  4. It is now Monday morning that I am posting this - sending Kim some super strong vibes for her day!!! Kim - you can do this - you have the most amazing inner strength and A LOT of people behind your fight! Keep up the great work!

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  5. Kim - I am praying for you and your family. Wanted to let you know although I have not seen you since your fight had begun with this, you have been in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing the sweet, caring, MOST genuine person I have come across in a long time the strength to pull through this! (((HUGS)))

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  6. Alec, Kane and I have had all of you on our prayer list at church..Alec says a special prayer every night to Antonio, hoping he still thinks about his best friedn (even though we are at different schools I know Antonio thinks of me) Alec will say :) You are such an amazing family and have brought such laughter and sincerity to us all..we love you Conca family..

    Love,
    Nicole, Kane and Alec

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  7. Hey Dave, Missy Kave posted a link to this blog on Facebook. I've googled you over the years and come up with nothing. Now that I've found you I'm sorry it's under these circumstances. I honestly wish you and Kim the best. Soph and I will be thinking of you all and sending some positive vibes your way.

    All my best,
    Andy Thom

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  8. Hi Andy, thanks so much. Kim and I often talked of you over the years...shoot me an email at conca5@cox.net and let me know how you are doing.

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