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Benson, My “End of Chemo” present

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Yay, Benson! Yay, end of chemo!!
by Jaki
July 3rd, 2008 at 12:44 pm

End of Chemo - yahoo!

Benson is such a cutie - my daughter will be so jealous! She’s been asking for a puppy for a long time.

Great photos!

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by Liza's Eyeview
July 3rd, 2008 at 12:47 pm

He is so cute!! Congrats to you on the end of your chemo! I am sure Benson will bring lots of smiles to your family!!

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by pattie
July 3rd, 2008 at 12:53 pm

Congrats on the end of chemo, Heather. Benson is a doll. Is he a schnauzer? And what about the little black baby? He’s cute too. Guess what, I have a dress just like the one you’re wearing. I haven’t worn mine yet, I just got it. Have a great 4th of July, you, your family, and your doggies. –Susan C.
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by Susan Ramey Cleveland
July 3rd, 2008 at 12:57 pm

Soo adorable!!! Happy End of Chemo, sweet friend!
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by Rebecca
July 3rd, 2008 at 1:01 pm

CONGRATULATIONS on the end of Chemo and ESPECIALLY (Heather - Ha Ha, pun inteneded!) on BENSON - he is adorable - Terriers ROCK! - I am owned by *2* Norwich Terriers myself called Twix & Twizzler (twixandtwiz.com)
by Alice the Brit
July 3rd, 2008 at 1:14 pm

What a sweetie! And “praise be” for the end of chemo… we continue to pray here for your healing Heather, and God’s richest blessings for your family these days…
by Tammy
July 3rd, 2008 at 1:22 pm

What a darling puppy! And you look beautiful as always!

And your kids. . . how precious! Everyone looks so happy!

Have a great 4th celebrating the end of chemo!

Laurie in TN

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by Laurie
July 3rd, 2008 at 1:38 pm

I just clicked over from Beth Moore’s webpage where she had a pix of her new puppy and saw your NEW puppy on your site! Too cool, have fun with him you deserve it !!
by Teresa from SC
July 3rd, 2008 at 1:43 pm

Oooh, a schnauzer! Where did you get him? We want another one so badly. I’m in the Orlando area.
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by Mrs
July 3rd, 2008 at 1:54 pm

Woohhooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mary

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by Owlhaven
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:13 pm

REJOICE! REJOICE! REJOICE!
You and your family are beautiful, as always. May God bless your every moment!
Hugs and prayers,
michelle

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by michelle
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:18 pm

must LOVE dogs!
love you too
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by david
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:22 pm

yeah, cute dog. All I want to say is - you totally rock those eyeglasses. Dang this 20/20 vision, I want a pair.

monica

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by Paper Bridges
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:23 pm

Well if he isn’t just the CUTEST thing I’ve ever seen (’cept for the two puppies next door…cuz, hey…I can actually PET them!)…that is a great gift for you…a good reminder of what you’ve been through and what is GOOD in life!
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by Linda
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:30 pm

I just have to say you look GORGEOUS in your picture!! Fabulous cheekbones and beautiful eyes! Congrats on end of chemo!
by heather m
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:34 pm

Awesome news, Heather!! Darling doggie : )

Love the photo of everyone together. So sweet!
by pam
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:44 pm

How cute is Benson? I can’t think of a better end of chemo present. The kids are so precious!

hugs and prayers,
Barb

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by Barb
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:51 pm

Yay!! That is awesome!!

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by Tirzah
July 3rd, 2008 at 2:56 pm

Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful! Praying for health blessings for all of you.

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by Sherry
July 3rd, 2008 at 3:03 pm

When I saw the title I thought Benson might be a doggy. What an adorable treat for yourself. Enjoy him thoroughly.
Deb

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by Deb
July 3rd, 2008 at 3:20 pm

YAY! End of Chemo! And you look mucho gorgeous, as always. The puppy is adorable. The kids look healthy (yay).

Happy for you!

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by Susan
July 3rd, 2008 at 3:33 pm

Congratulations Heather! It’s totally marvelous that you have finished chemo. And thank you…I had a call-back mammogram and ultrasound today and from reading of your journey through cancer and chemo, I knew that I could find the strength to get through whatever might lie ahead. Praise God, it was determined to be benign cysts.
by Pat
July 3rd, 2008 at 4:01 pm

Awwwww! What a great present!

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by Krissi from Krississippi
July 3rd, 2008 at 4:08 pm

I love this puppy! He (?) is adorable, and complements the other dog so nicely!

What a wonderful affirming end-of-chemo present…a puppy with energy and love to spare!

(And Emma Grace looks wonderful!)

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by Beverly
July 3rd, 2008 at 4:23 pm

I still don’t think its right that you look the good with no hair! You are very pretty. They dog is cute too…….
by Donna
July 3rd, 2008 at 5:10 pm

Oh. My. How adorable is Benson! You post on your other puppy is one reason I started looking a schnauzers when I wanted a puppy. And I ended up getting a minature schnauzer in October of last year! I love her… they are such good dogs.

Hope Benson brings you JOY!

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by Christy
July 3rd, 2008 at 5:16 pm

You look blessed! All of you look blessed! Benson is adorable. We love dogs around here. What kind is he? Enjoy him and the kids this summer and try to forget about any sickness! This is the advice our Urologist gave my DH when his PSA came back 0.00. I think it is excellent advice! ((((hugs))))
by Vivian
July 3rd, 2008 at 5:41 pm

PRAISE GOD!
by Erin
July 3rd, 2008 at 6:02 pm

Congratulations on the end of your chemo Heather! I have never commented here, but have been a faithful reader and prayer! Benson is so cute…my mom would love him! And what an adorable name for a dog! I love it. God bless you, I will continue to pray for you!

Love, Kathryn
by Kathryn
July 3rd, 2008 at 6:35 pm

YIPPEE Heather!!! No more chemo, and what an adorable present and the prettiest 3 angels ( kiddos) I ever saw!!!
by Robyn
July 3rd, 2008 at 6:41 pm

He is just so adorable. I would love a lap dog. I don’t want to have to train a puppy though… pre-trained and adorable. I am so happy you are done with chemo. God is so good! Hugs all around!

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by Kathleen Marie
July 3rd, 2008 at 7:33 pm

He is just so georgous. What a great end of Chemo presant.

YAY to THE END OF CHEMO Way To Go.

Enjoy each day anew now that you know there is no more nausea, I long for that day.

Take Care
Lots of Love Carolynn
by Carolynn from Western Australia
July 3rd, 2008 at 9:11 pm

Aaaw, he is SO cute!! What a wonderful present.

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by Jennifer (Et Tu?)
July 3rd, 2008 at 10:43 pm

He’s SO cute and YAY! for the end of chemo
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by Tina
July 3rd, 2008 at 11:19 pm

Aw, Heather, he is adorable, and you look beautiful! Wonderful the chemo is finished! Praying for a complete recovery ~

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by Cathy
July 3rd, 2008 at 11:21 pm

Hip Hip Hooray, no more chemo! What a beautiful family the Lord has bless you with. And welcome Benson. May he bring you and your family lots of smiles!
by California Grammy
July 3rd, 2008 at 11:26 pm

Congratulations Heather on the end of chemo and the new addition to your family. He is absolutely adorable!!! Wishing you good health and God’s blessings. Lisa
by lisa
July 4th, 2008 at 9:33 am

Awww what a cut dog!!!!

Congrats on your end of chemo news! I will continue to hold you & Emma up in prayer for a long time though, I’m sure.

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by Michelle
July 4th, 2008 at 9:54 am

Rejoice in the Lord always and again I say rejoice.
To be completed in chemo yeah! Love the dog pics.
k-

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by kate
July 4th, 2008 at 10:30 am

WOW!!! what an awesome “graduation” present! CONGRATULATIONS Heather !
by Jacqueline
July 4th, 2008 at 1:32 pm

Awwww. How cute is he? What a great “end of chemo” present!
by peepnroosmom
July 4th, 2008 at 3:48 pm

Hooray!!!!! Singing “God is so good….He answers prayer….He is so good…so good to Heather!!”

What a precious pup!
Enjoy the fireworks tonight, friend–you have a reason to celebrate.
Love,
holly

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by Holly Smith
July 4th, 2008 at 4:39 pm

Gosh, he’s cute. But you, YOU look STUNNING!

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by oh amanda
July 4th, 2008 at 8:47 pm

Ooh, he’s super cute!

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by Vicki
July 4th, 2008 at 11:58 pm

I often ‘pop over’ to see how your doing. You are in my prayers, what a wonderful present right? Blessings in abundance…

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by Bethan Louise
July 5th, 2008 at 6:47 am

I often ‘pop over’ to see how your doing. You are in my prayers, what a wonderful present right? Blessings in abundance…

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by Bethan Louise
July 5th, 2008 at 6:47 am

Awwww, Heather….Benson is soooooooo cute!!! I am so glad that your chemo is over, girl!

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by Gayle @ thewestiecrew
July 5th, 2008 at 9:12 am

Oh he is adorable!!
Congrats on the end of chemo!
Blessings,
~Gina

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by Gina Dunn
July 5th, 2008 at 12:15 pm

Yay! Congrats Heather! And I must say that Benson is so cute he almost doesn’t look real! I love the second photo of him! :)
by {heather}
July 5th, 2008 at 1:15 pm

Yeahhhhh BENSON YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHend of Chemo!
Heather…you have made it…how are ya feeling?

Anyways…which one is Benson? I saw the kids with other ones, one was even black…so that couldn’t be the same dog…are they family? No matter…they are adorable!!! ALL 3??? and Emma’s looking great and so happy!!! Easton & Eli 2 but YOU look fabulous! Congratulations! Praying that all continues well!!! Picture perfect pets & kids…
happy faces…hope you are able to CELEBRATE & Enjoy! God bless and keep you sparkling and free…free…FREE!!!

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by Peggy@Mazes, Messes, & Miracles....
July 5th, 2008 at 4:30 pm

Awh he’s too cute! What kind of dog is he?

OH, and congratulations on the last does of Chemo! You have come so far. :)

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by Heather
July 5th, 2008 at 5:35 pm

Gorgeous doggy, and great name.

Wishing you all happy times with him :)

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July 5th, 2008 at 5:47 pm

I just stumbled upon your blog today and wanted to let you know I’ve spent the last hour just reading and taking it all in. What an inspiration you are, and please know you are in my prayers, as is your sweet Emma. I am celebrating with you that chemo is over!

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by carrie
July 6th, 2008 at 12:08 am

Celebrating the end of Chemo and the beginning of Benson! May God be glorified in both your lives for a very very long time!

Because of Jesus, Bobbie
by bobbie
July 6th, 2008 at 12:17 pm

Oh Benson is adorable, as are each of your beautiful children!!! I hope and pray that every time you start to feel afraid about this milestone and what it means for your future that Benson comes and licks your face until you laugh again.

God is so good! Keep hangin’ on to Him! (And I PRAISE God your chemo is done! Yay!)
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by Melissa May
July 6th, 2008 at 4:12 pm

I am so happy that you have reached this milestone - congratulations! And what an adorable celebration gift! :)

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by Revka
July 6th, 2008 at 6:06 pm

It Is Finished! Yeah for you!!!!
Congratulations on the new puppy…joy for all!
I pray that you will not let worry devour your spirit and that you can bloom like the beautiful flower God wants you to be!
May your days be blessed!
Many Blessings,
Paula :)
by Paula
July 6th, 2008 at 7:02 pm

And just think, Benson is the gift that will keep on giving…

Congrats on the end of chemo! What a reason to celebrate.

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by Shalee
July 7th, 2008 at 11:06 am

Congratulations on your new puppy and your exciting reason to celebrate! May God keep your heart full of His peace, hope and joy. May your body be healed, and may your life continue to bless and comfort others. You are a walking testimony to the grace and love of Jesus! Huggin’ your neck! Amanda
by AmandaB
July 7th, 2008 at 1:01 pm

My word, that is the cutest puppy that I think I’ve EVER seen. Congrats on no more chemo!!

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by Carrie
July 7th, 2008 at 1:21 pm

Awww, simply adoreable!! YAY for you girlfriend…rejoicing right along with you! :D :D

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by Kari
July 7th, 2008 at 3:28 pm

You deserve the very best puppy in the world :o)
by Miz Booshay
July 7th, 2008 at 3:29 pm

I’m praying for you hon…
adorable puppy..
by lulu
July 7th, 2008 at 9:47 pm

Heather - You don’t know me, but know Laura and Kate in St. Louis. I feel as if I know you a bit just through updates I learn through them. However, I had NO idea the depth of what you’ve been/are going through. I didn’t realize in addition to your cancer that your daughter Emma had such a journey. I cried reading it. I’d love to send your story to every person who ever complained about some little annoyance or problem. What you’ve been through and your positive attitude truly inspires me. I now know why your friends think you so special. I will pray for you and your family. Now including your adorable new puppy, Benson! God is great and will continue watching over all of you. God bless!! Prayers from St. Louis - Stacy J.
by Stacy J
July 8th, 2008 at 2:08 pm

Benson is adorable! And YOU are amazing….

May you have blue skies and sunny days ahead - what an inspiration you are Heather!

Warmly,
Kim

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