June 8, 2022 National Friendship Day

 HAPPY BEST FRIENDS DAY!!


June 8 is national best friends day or more generically phrased, friendship day.  Words cannot properly convey how much this resonates with us this year.  They say "friends" come out of the woodwork when you win the lottery, but I can tell you, true and genuine friends come out of the woodwork when you are experiencing adversity or hardship. 

I cannot express our appreciation enough to all of you (you know who you are), for everything that you have done for Jackie, me and our entire family.  Everything from supportive messages, kind comments of encouragement, cute notes and anecdotes to assisting us with day to day care, supporting the kids, auto repairs, yard maintenance and other logistic support.  From the thousands of cranes, gifts and pictures sent to the casual popping by to take me for coffee, breakfast or brunch.  We are so grateful for those who's paths have crossed with ours.  If I could only share with you the many reactions of staff coming into Jackie's room, the comments they have and questions they ask about the posters, cranes, origami flowers and coloured pictures.  I can tell you that many a tear has been shed when Jackie or I share the stories and background behind all of this.  The engagement and compassion of our support group is so evident to even those who do not know us.

Thank you again friends for everything you have done for us.

Jackie, Mike, Simon, Nate and Katie

Comments

  1. Marilyn & DonJune 8, 2022 at 2:16 PM

    Jackie - You’re such a fighter and great inspiration to those of us who are reading your ups and downs of this entire ordeal that you are faced with. Mike - I want to again “Thank you” so very much for keeping us updated and taking pics so we can see Jackie.
    Jackie - keep up the positive attitude which is the greatest thing to do! 🤗
    Take care as we follow your progress...😀👍🏻

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  2. AnonymousJune 8, 2022 at 7:30 PM

    Awe, we all know you would do the same for us. Much love to you all. ❤️

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  3. AnonymousJune 9, 2022 at 3:15 PM

    Jackie, you got this!!! You are an amazing warrior, you amaze me everyday, the fight you have in you is astounding!!! We are all pulling for you and think of you daily!
    Mike your blog is great, you really have a gift at these posts and keeping us all in the loop, which is great and we are thankful for!
    Give Jackie a big hug from us all, we cannot wait until you kick this and are back and home back at it and stronger than ever!
    All our love Lydia, Tim, Jessica and Jacob❤️

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  4. LenellJune 9, 2022 at 6:13 PM

    So very grateful for our friendship and thinking of you all while you navigate this treatment. Sending so much love and positive vibes to you all!

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  5. YitzikJune 9, 2022 at 6:45 PM

    Can't wait to see both of you back!

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  6. AnonymousJune 9, 2022 at 6:49 PM

    Title of this post: find the giggles 🤭, spread the joy, and feel the love post written by Mike. The man who stands beside the most amazing woman!! With love, honour and hope ♥️ CM

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  7. AnonymousJune 12, 2022 at 6:44 AM

    I am thankful everyday for you both and your family for coming into our lives. You are truly special people, and I would do anything I possibly could for all of you. Thank you for being such special friends to us 💜 Deb

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