Hello, from beautiful Hawaii!!!
This has been the best medicine that Lonna could possibly get. She has blossomed since being here.
The trip over was just fine. She slept most of the way. The flight crew was wonderful and very caring. They had a wheel chair waiting and as we went through the terminal Lonna started to cry. She was so overwhelmed at finally retuning to the Islands where her heart is. We were met at the curb by Rick and his sister Shelley who were waiting with beautiful fragrance free flower lei's. They had made all the arrangements for the hotel and had a car to take us there. It is so beautiful and the room has an ocean view with a large Lanai where we spend a lot of time.
Lonna has flourished.
She has taken walks through the grounds and is soaking up the sun. She made the mistake of not wearing sunscreen on her head the first day and has a little burn but not too bad. Everyone here has been so gracious and kind. Halle is having a ball!! Keeping Rick busy and I do believe she has become the UNO champion.
I am still doing my research and feeding Lonna Graviola, Flax seed oil, Apricot seeds and lots of fruit. Fruit for me also, with a touch of rum. Vicky will be here on the 10th. This has been a little taste of heaven.
Love to all of you
Sandy
In December 2007, Lonna had hysterectomy and shortly afterward became ill with what the doctors believe was pneumonia and then MAC disease. With further tissue samples and testing she was diagnosed on May 9th with lung cancer. Three days later, she was admitted into the hospital with stage 4 Malignant Adeno Carcinoma. The doctors feel that chemotherapy is the only way to slow down this aggressive, fast-growing cancer.
The family is still holding on to the fact that there are miracles that happen every day. We are all fervently praying that Lonna Dee Keeth will be God's next miracle. This cancer has gripped her so unbelievably fast. On May 14th, the doctor put a medaport in Lonna's chest for her impending chemo therapy treatment. They no longer got Lonna out of surgery before the doctors wheeled her right back in for emergency surgery. Her lungs and her heart had life threatening fluid build up that had to be removed. On May 15th and 16th she layed in ICU starting to recover. At 10pm on the May 16th she had her first dose of chemo.
Today, May 17th, is a new day and we still have Lonna with us. Lonna is going to fight! Please fight with us! We need more angels like Lonna to continue walking amongst us. Lonna has a 12 year daughter named Halle Keeth, she is so beautiful just like her mother. Some of you might remember her from our inflight training video, she was the little unaccompanied minor that looked up at the flight attendant and had that one line, (don't talk to my mom that way), but she did say it perfectly. Most of Lonna's family are Continental employees in one facet or another. Her mother, Sandra Hayes, is a HTA flight attendant and her stepfather Dennis Baraga (Buzz) is in reservations. Lonna's Aunt Janet Shelton is a flight attendant and her Uncle Rob Shelton is a pilot.
From the beginning Continental Airlines has been so supportive to our entire family, we will forever be so grateful for all their kindness. Lonna has so many dear friends who are praying for her, loving her, and missing her. The family is asking all of you to please hold Lonnna Dee Keeth up in your prayers. People all over the world are praying for Lonna right now please join us in our prayers. Through this blog we will try to keep everyone updated frequently as we all go through this uncharted journey.
The family is still holding on to the fact that there are miracles that happen every day. We are all fervently praying that Lonna Dee Keeth will be God's next miracle. This cancer has gripped her so unbelievably fast. On May 14th, the doctor put a medaport in Lonna's chest for her impending chemo therapy treatment. They no longer got Lonna out of surgery before the doctors wheeled her right back in for emergency surgery. Her lungs and her heart had life threatening fluid build up that had to be removed. On May 15th and 16th she layed in ICU starting to recover. At 10pm on the May 16th she had her first dose of chemo.
Today, May 17th, is a new day and we still have Lonna with us. Lonna is going to fight! Please fight with us! We need more angels like Lonna to continue walking amongst us. Lonna has a 12 year daughter named Halle Keeth, she is so beautiful just like her mother. Some of you might remember her from our inflight training video, she was the little unaccompanied minor that looked up at the flight attendant and had that one line, (don't talk to my mom that way), but she did say it perfectly. Most of Lonna's family are Continental employees in one facet or another. Her mother, Sandra Hayes, is a HTA flight attendant and her stepfather Dennis Baraga (Buzz) is in reservations. Lonna's Aunt Janet Shelton is a flight attendant and her Uncle Rob Shelton is a pilot.
From the beginning Continental Airlines has been so supportive to our entire family, we will forever be so grateful for all their kindness. Lonna has so many dear friends who are praying for her, loving her, and missing her. The family is asking all of you to please hold Lonnna Dee Keeth up in your prayers. People all over the world are praying for Lonna right now please join us in our prayers. Through this blog we will try to keep everyone updated frequently as we all go through this uncharted journey.
Mother and Daughter
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
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That's wonderful!! So glad to hear all is well for everyone. The Hawaiin islands are said to have those healing powers, so heal away!!! Have a great time, and enjoy every moment. Alaways in my thoughts, Shawnna
What a wonderful post! We are sooo happy for you all and wish we could see the smiles on your faces! We are smiling ear to ear just thinking of your trip!
Deb and Tony
We are so happy Lonna is having a great time. This may not be what the doctor ordered, but it is sure what Lonna needed. It's awesome that all of you can be together in a place that is so close to Lonna's heart. I'm sure Halle is having lots of fun. We will continue to pray and have strong faith that God's Healing Hands are always upon Lonna.
We Love All of You,
Hilda,Steve,Brian,Jillian and Mama
Lonna.... Great to hear you r having a great time !!!!!! You are blessed to be there for the healing power that the islands can offer... I think of you daily and will continue to pray daily ...... be strong for all you have going Keep smiling : ) : )
Dear Lonna,
Thinking of you and family every day and glad to hear you are smiling and enjoying the sun in Hawaii.I have been keeping in touch with Vicky. Halle is beautiful just like you:)
Love Cilka
We are still praying
You are loved by so many
Especially loved by Jesus
Lonna, It's Sparky one of your nurses from the hospital. I am so glad you had a great time on your trip. I will always keep you in my heart and in my prayers. Give my love to your family and friends their all so very awesome as you are. Just wanted you to know your on my mind. Sue Sparks
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