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I am gyrating tonight!!! This afternoon, my oncologist told me that she could find NO cancer cells in my system. Three years cancer free ---- time to celebrate!
Explore Photo on 1/22/09 #260
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Highest position: 206 on Thursday, January 22, 2009
This water lily is being dedicated to Azure, a beautiful young woman who was presented with a major challenge in her young life this past year. Azure was diagnosed with an advanced stage of cancer that required extensive surgery followed by chemotherapy which left her with the typical ramifications of treatment. I have followed Azure’s progress on her father’s photo stream. www.flickr.com/photos/garrykinney/ The original diagnosis was a very devastating blow to the entire family with questions of how successful successive treatment would be. If you believe in the powers of prayer and positive thinking, Azure is proof of their ability. The pictures that Azure’s father posted through this process show the beauty of her spirit and strength of her smile. Azure is an inspiration in helping each of us realize that in order to overcome a challenge, you have to believe, then step up and meet it. And the good news, in her father’s words, “Azure just finished her last Chemotherapy treatment and is in complete remission without a trace of cancer anywhere!!!!”
Part of my series on my experience with cancer as told by a lightman. This is a collection of over 10 years worth of medication that I kept figuring one day I might want to make photos since at the time I was too sick to do it.
I'm thinking of creating a Light Painting charity group, check out the discussion on Light Junkies.
www.flickr.com/groups/lightjunkies/discuss/72157625409715...
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Part of my cancer series.
For some cancer can feel like an isolating experience surrounded by people who don't understand, even when you try and explain something that they can't relate to but they try to relate it to something they have been through which often is nothing like what your going through. It can be frustrating. That's why for some it helps to find support groups of people who can relate.
If your interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Part of my cancer series.
I had a hard time relating to cancer books talking about getting cancer as being the best thing that ever happened to them. Not letting it get you down is important but being happy all the time seems like denial to me. Although during chemo was one of the best times of my life strangely enough. Everyone's experience is different. Now I'm interested in turning this series into a book to raise money for cancer charity. Have something positive come out of this, and try to help others. I created a group to try and help with that goal.
If your interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer.
"Queen" Pearl is bored with the camera. While shopping I saw this pillow and knew I had to have it for her birthday [tomorrow~she'll be "17"]. She is the Queen and we are her servants.
Ling Ling is best friend, companion and so much more to my daughter, Katia Solomon. Katia has fought cancer, treatments, transplant rejection and many side effects since age 2 in 2002. She has many delays and stopped growing at age 3. Ling Ling literally fell off our roof at 3 weeks old. He was and is her gift from God. She is my hero:)
See albums for other pics of Katia
Boy, was I surprised when I discovered I delivered a little girl. I was set on the name Jacob.....the name did not quite fit!!!
During treatment, there were days when Robin couldn't get out of bed. She passed the time by dreaming about ways to become more creative with her photos, and photography soon became a welcome escape from the reality of her battle with cancer. She began following conceptual portrait photographers on Flickr and became inspired by their work. "I immediately knew that this was a world I needed to be a part of."
Explore her entire story on the Flickr Blog and check out Robin's photostream.
Part of a series on my experience with cancer, collected over 10 years worth of bottles and needles since I was too sick at the time to document it, I thought one day I might want to make some art out of this.
I'm thinking of creating a Light Painting charity group, check out the discussion on Light Junkies.
www.flickr.com/groups/lightjunkies/discuss/72157625409715...
Part of my ongoing cancer series.
These shots are in memory of John, Alex and Malia. They died from cancer, but before that I had the privilege to call them my friends. Their memories offer inspiration to me as I try to use my art to help others with cancer. I'm looking to use my light paintings to create a book to raise awareness and funds for a cancer charity. I use the pill bottles that I have collected during my own cancer experience. Over 10 years of pills really adds up. Hopefully something good can come out of this. These shots were hard to shoot, thinking about them, but sometimes I think the pain means your making powerful art which can mean something to others and be worth sharing.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Life is a mystery to us all. My oncologist is puzzled by the conflicting test result between the blood and the PET scan. The PET scan specialist gave me an excellent diagnosis - NO CANCEROUS MASSES. But, my blood says something IS going on in my blody. I am told that sometimes the blood tests can predict cancer even six months in advance. So, I will be having blood test once every three weeks for the next six months. If the tumor markers continue to climb, I will be given the option to take chemotherapy to prevent future cancer. But, as I said, "Life is a Mystery." And, I will take one day at a time and enjoy!
Thank you for all the prayers. I do believe God heard my Flickr friends around the world and pushed the cancer back. I have to believe!!!
www.flickr.com/photos/_kimmg_/3778222160/
Explore Photo on 8/09/09 #481
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Highest position: 396 on Sunday, August 9, 2009
Our wounds, like our bodies, consist of water, crystallised in human shaped flesh.
This is part of my project about water and human body.
In the last two weeks, several lumps have formed on my neck and chest. I am visiting my oncologist this afternoon to find out the results to the last week's blood tests. I am worried, but keeping the faith in my Lord front and center. Please understand if I am not commenting as much as usual, I am in a bit of pain.
Update:
The blood tests were positive. The CA125 tumor marker has tripled in the last 6 months. I will be scheduled for a PET Scan early next week to see how much the cancer has metastasized. (after just celebrating my four years of survivorship)
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Highest position: 82 on Friday, July 31, 2009
Thank you for all the love, prayers, and posts. Kim Marie
Deep calls to deep
in the roar of your waterfalls;
all your waves and breakers
have swept over me.
Psalm 42:7
Check out the blog post to see some outtakes: aleahmichele.com/uncategorized/deep-calls-to-deep/
Part of my ongoing cancer series.
I don't know how many times I thought I can't take this any more, but the fact that it was multiple times was proof that I could take it, I just didn't want to. It's an important distinction, sure you don't want to be sick or in pain, but recognizing that you have the strength to endure is important. Knowing that you can handle this that it does get better. This too shall pass. You can survive these hard times so you can live for those good times that make you think I'm glad I'm alive. I'm glad I'm alive for this moment.
For the friends I've lost to cancer I'd like to think their better now too, that their pain is over. One way or another things get better sometimes not in the way we thought.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Pearl is 19 years old. She is a cancer survivor...diagnosed in 2003 and went into remission after two years of chemo-therapy.
I was not looking for a cat when I went into a pet store in the Fall of 1990...having gone in there to buy something for my puppy. I saw a litter of blue point siamese kittens and was swept away by impulse.
I know better now, that you should never purchase a pet from a store nor buy on impulse. I was very ignorant.
Having always been a "dog person" I don't know why I took her home...but from that day forward my life has been transformed. She is the most affectionate cat you could ever hope for. She's a bit "clingy", vocal, highly intelligent and is a total indoor lap cat.
We have gone thru a divorce together, remarriage, the loss of my mother and other pets along the way. I will be a basket case when I lose my Pearl...but hopefully she will live into her 20's.
I now can't imagine my life without cats! She has educated me immensely over the last 19 years...cats are not aloof and independent. Unless abused or feral, most want and need attention from their people. My four cats love it when we're home and interacting with them..which we do all the time.
I rarely post pics on Pearl on Flickr...the spotlight mainly on Jasmine, Keiko and June instead. Pearl does not like the camera and will either look away or close her eyes. The other day I was quick enough to capture her in the bedroom after a nice brushing and took this shot to share with you all.
Thanks for reading this lengthy story about my Pearl
Pearl crossed the rainbow bridge on 12/9/09. www.flickr.com/photos/rainriver/4171149355/in/set-7215760...
Part of my ongoing cancer series.
These shots are in memory of John, Alex and Malia. They died from cancer, but before that I had the privilege to call them my friends. Their memories offer inspiration to me as I try to use my art to help others with cancer. I'm looking to use my light paintings to create a book to raise awareness and funds for a cancer charity. I use the pill bottles that I have collected during my own cancer experience. Over 10 years of pills really adds up. Hopefully something good can come out of this. These shots were hard to shoot, thinking about them, but sometimes I think the pain means your making powerful art which can mean something to others and be worth sharing.
Are you ok?
Yes.
You can't be.
No, but I will be.
Conversation over the phone as I found out that Alex died.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Today my blue point siamese is 18 !!!!!
Pearl was diagnosed with Lymphoma cancer in 2003 and not expected to live longer than a few months.
She recieved Chemo-therapy right away and my huband and I put our lives on hold to care for her around the clock. Well ....it's been almost five years....and she remains in remission. Pearl's regular vet and her oncologist refer to her as the "miracle" cat.
She is the poster cat for any senior animal that contracts a terminal disease. Do not give up!!!! With today's new medications/treatments...it is not an automatic death sentence. I am keeping my fingers crossed that Pearl lives into her 20's.
Deep calls to deep
in the roar of your waterfalls;
all your waves and breakers
have swept over me.
Psalm 42:7
Check out the blog post to see some outtakes: aleahmichele.com/uncategorized/deep-calls-to-deep/
I find myself praying more as the days get closer to my next blood test. This is the first "art" I have been able to complete in weeks. I find it hard to relax and enjoy. Lately, I am busy deep cleaning my home. I am in fear that with the next test results, I will be ordered to start a preventative chemo. I pray that my fears are unwarranted. There is so much I need to be doing, I do not have time for the illness.
I apologize for not being here more.
Wow - Explored!
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Highest position: 339 on Tuesday, August 25, 2009
This month is my four year survivorship anniversary. The past five years have easily been the absolute hardest years in my life. I am not sure it would have been worth it except for my daughter. Julianne was nine years old when I was diagnosed. Today she is fourteen and starting high school. I am glad I could be here to see her turn into a beautiful young lady. If the cancer would return, I would fight it again to have another four years with her.
Explore Photo on 7/22/09 #318
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Highest position: 239 on Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Ling Ling is best friend, companion and so much more to my daughter, Katia Solomon. Katia has fought cancer, treatments, transplant rejection and many side effects since age 2 in 2002. She has many delays and stopped growing at age 3. Ling Ling literally fell off our roof at 3 weeks old. He was and is her gift from God. She is my hero:)
See albums for other pics of Katia
I haven't posted any pics of my cats lately....they won't pose for me any more. But I got lucky this morning when Keiko popped her head out of her favorite bed. [ Window & trees in the background].
Below is my elderly cat "Pearl" at the oncologist's for a routine exam. She's almost 19 and a cancer survivor.
Sorry I haven't been around much lately! The floor installation is going slow. I have to keep Jasmine away while they are here...so we are out all day and away from the computer. When I get home, I'm pooped and have to tend to chores around the house.
At least I got my SUV back today from the bodyshop...it looks good as new. But I am paranoid where ever I park now.
Part of my cancer series.
Somebody save me. This is for people with cancer who are still looking for the cure.
Wasn't sure which one of these I liked more the darker one or the lighter.
If your interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Hunter Bird, a third-year Directing and Musical Theater major, for Daily Bruin Prime: Extreme Issue.
www.dailybruin.com/index.php/article/2011/02/the_standout...
Part of my cancer series.
I have a terrific memory for terrible things, and a terrible memory for any thing good. The good memories seem to slip away and the bad ones are etched in my mind forever. I was reading something that reminded me of this phone call that I got years ago. It's the kind of phone call you don't want to get, finding out you lost another friend to cancer.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
© Brian Callahan 2009 All rights reserved.
This is the Scott Fountain on Belle Isle in the Detroit River.
James Scott died in 1910 and left the city $500,000 to build a fountain and a life size statue of him on Belle Isle, however at the time he was looked upon as a storyteller, a gambler, and people really didn't want to accept the money he donated because it would only immortalize this man they hated, even J.L. Hudson stated "would be a monument to nastiness and filthy stories. Mr. Scott never did anything for Detroit in his lifetime.". It was debated for 15 years before the fountain and statue was finally built.
Designed by Cass Gilbert, the fountain is constructed of Vermont White Marble and has 109 water outlets in the shape of human heads, dolphins, turtles, lionesses and animal horns.
3 exposure hand held Photomatrix HDR
Sigma 10-20mm
Finished in GIMP
Part of my cancer series.
There's all kinds of things we have to learn to live with, but we still have to live like were alive.
If your interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
**Count down to her big birthday on August 1st. She will be ~17~.
**She was diagnosed with terminal cancer at age 13. She has beaten the odds and is currently in remission. We consider every day with her a *gift*.
**I got Pearl from a pet store many years ago before I knew any better [about pet stores and cat/dog mills]. She is my FIRST cat .....she has been with me longer than any of my [former] husband[s]. LOL
**She hates to be photographed. I have to follow her around and take quick snap shots. Usually she closes her eyes [irregardless of flash or no].
Part of my cancer series.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Part of the cancer series.
Double exposure lens cap technique, for Light Painting Competitions, maybe.
I'm thinking of creating a Light Painting charity group, check out the discussion on Light Junkies.
www.flickr.com/groups/lightjunkies/discuss/72157625409715...
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Yesterday we celebrated Pearl's six year anniversary since her cancer diagnosis. Six years ago we never thought she'd live another year, let alone six.
Although feeling her age at 19, and looking very thin & frail, she is doing well. We don't know how much longer we'll have her....but she will likely surprise us by living a lot longer.
If you are new to my photostream, here is Pearl's background/story: www.flickr.com/photos/rainriver/2512698086/in/set-7215760...
"Flowers have an expression of countenance as much as men or animals. Some seem to smile; some have a sad expression; some are pensive and diffident; others again are plain, honest and upright, like the broad-faced sunflower and the hollyhock."
- Henry Ward Beecher - Star Papers: A Discourse of Flowers
This is for my cousin Julie, who is at home recovering from surgery.
She had cancer removed two weeks ago. She is only 35.
She has a great sense of humor and has kept it throughout the experience.
Part of my ongoing cancer series.
Nobody knows how I feel or maybe they do.
Cancer can feel isolating if your surrounded by people who have never been through it, who could never imagine what your going through. Or when they know someone with cancer so they feel like an expert on the subject and they can't understand why your not doing as well as they think the people they know are doing. When they don't seem to understand how different cancers can be and more importantly how different people will react to it. It can feel isolating to feel like no one knows how you feel. But when you go to a cancer support group and some groups you may find fit you better than others, you can find a community of people that can relate and a friend who knows how you feel. Of course this can apply to all kinds of problems, depression, addiction there's lots of people out there who know how you feel. You don't have to be alone if you find them.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.
Part of my ongoing cancer series.
Nobody knows how I feel or maybe they do.
Cancer can feel isolating if your surrounded by people who have never been through it, who could never imagine what your going through. Or when they know someone with cancer so they feel like an expert on the subject and they can't understand why your not doing as well as they think the people they know are doing. When they don't seem to understand how different cancers can be and more importantly how different people will react to it. It can feel isolating to feel like no one knows how you feel. But when you go to a cancer support group and some groups you may find fit you better than others, you can find a community of people that can relate and a friend who knows how you feel. Of course this can apply to all kinds of problems, depression, addiction there's lots of people out there who know how you feel. You don't have to be alone if you find them.
If your a light painter or interested in light painting check out this new light painting group Shining Light on Cancer. Thanks.