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Very Proud!!!
- beltguy
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Very Proud!!!
This is not directly an Eagle post, but I am posting because we have a lot of Eagle folks we like to call friends and some of you got to meet our daughter and her family at the Colorado Springs rally a few years ago.
Some of you have followed our daughter Kelly's cancer diagnosis. She was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 11, 2011 at the age of 42. She had a double mastectomy on May 6, 2011. We documented “The Journey” in several posts on our blog starting here:
http://rvsafetyman.blogspot.com/2011/03 ... urney.html
Our family watched in horror as we saw how devastating this surgery is. We witnessed the terrible pain from the original surgery (as well as two subsequent surgeries) and the inability to perform even the most basic functions with her arms (huge muscle damage) including holding her daughters. We were amazed at her very positive attitude and how diligently she performed her rehabilitation.
A few months ago she set a goal of completing a triathlon. Not just any triathlon, but the “Tri for the Cure” which raises funds for breast cancer research (http://www.triforthecure-denver.com/).
Well today, a day short of her 15 month surgery anniversary, she completed the even in 1:54:45. Her goal was two hours and she beat that! She participated in the “survivors” wave and folks were so enthusiastic for this group. When she crossed the line (photo), there was not a dry eye in our group!!!
There were 1971 finishers and her time was just about the middle of those finishers. This is a huge accomplishment, considering that she has never entered a triathlon. As is the case with everything she does, she put a huge amount of effort (both mental and physical) into her training. This is even more amazing when you consider that, while her recovery has gone well, she still is not a 100%.
We are so very glad that her recovery is almost complete and that her husband and daughters have been so supportive.
Jim
Some of you have followed our daughter Kelly's cancer diagnosis. She was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 11, 2011 at the age of 42. She had a double mastectomy on May 6, 2011. We documented “The Journey” in several posts on our blog starting here:
http://rvsafetyman.blogspot.com/2011/03 ... urney.html
Our family watched in horror as we saw how devastating this surgery is. We witnessed the terrible pain from the original surgery (as well as two subsequent surgeries) and the inability to perform even the most basic functions with her arms (huge muscle damage) including holding her daughters. We were amazed at her very positive attitude and how diligently she performed her rehabilitation.
A few months ago she set a goal of completing a triathlon. Not just any triathlon, but the “Tri for the Cure” which raises funds for breast cancer research (http://www.triforthecure-denver.com/).
Well today, a day short of her 15 month surgery anniversary, she completed the even in 1:54:45. Her goal was two hours and she beat that! She participated in the “survivors” wave and folks were so enthusiastic for this group. When she crossed the line (photo), there was not a dry eye in our group!!!
There were 1971 finishers and her time was just about the middle of those finishers. This is a huge accomplishment, considering that she has never entered a triathlon. As is the case with everything she does, she put a huge amount of effort (both mental and physical) into her training. This is even more amazing when you consider that, while her recovery has gone well, she still is not a 100%.
We are so very glad that her recovery is almost complete and that her husband and daughters have been so supportive.
Jim
Jim Shepherd
Evergreen, CO
'85 Eagle 10 with Series 60 & Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission SOLD
2005 Dodge 2500 with 5.9 Cummins and 6 speed manual 2022 Sunset 28 foot trailer
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Evergreen, CO
'85 Eagle 10 with Series 60 & Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission SOLD
2005 Dodge 2500 with 5.9 Cummins and 6 speed manual 2022 Sunset 28 foot trailer
Bus Project pages: http://beltguy.com/Bus_Project/busproject.htm
Blog: https://beltguy.com/Travelogue/
Email: eaglesinternational.email at gmail.com NOTE this email box is only for general correspondence related to the forum and not technical advice. Technical questions will not receive a response.
- Liberty
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Re: Very Proud!!!
so pleased for her recovery and determination
LeRoy
LeRoy
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Re: Very Proud!!!
That's wonderful news Jim. I have a few family members as well as some friends that has also won the fight. Bill and I will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
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- luvrbus
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Re: Very Proud!!!
I met her at Waynes rally nice young lady Jim so happy for you and the family, that is tough deal we are going through it now with Terri our oldest daughter
Her husband is jerk he moved to SC and left her with the cancer and a 11 and 13 year old nice guy,
It will work out she is tough like her mom she is battling the disease and taking a full load in collage @ 45 years old it will surprise you what determination can do it's one of God's greatest gift to people if you use it
Clifford and Sonja
Her husband is jerk he moved to SC and left her with the cancer and a 11 and 13 year old nice guy,
It will work out she is tough like her mom she is battling the disease and taking a full load in collage @ 45 years old it will surprise you what determination can do it's one of God's greatest gift to people if you use it
Clifford and Sonja
- rusty
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Re: Very Proud!!!
Heart warming story. Coundn't happen to a nicer family.
Wayne
Wayne
- beltguy
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Re: Very Proud!!!
Thank you so much for the great replies.
Clifford, because we have some first hand knowledge we can understand a bit of what you are going through. However, your situation is so much worse because Terri is having to fight the battle without a "complete" support system.
As you point out, many folks dig deep and find the strength to deal with these "life events". It is amazing!
We will keep your daughter in our thought and prayers.
Jim
Clifford, because we have some first hand knowledge we can understand a bit of what you are going through. However, your situation is so much worse because Terri is having to fight the battle without a "complete" support system.
As you point out, many folks dig deep and find the strength to deal with these "life events". It is amazing!
We will keep your daughter in our thought and prayers.
Jim
Jim Shepherd
Evergreen, CO
'85 Eagle 10 with Series 60 & Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission SOLD
2005 Dodge 2500 with 5.9 Cummins and 6 speed manual 2022 Sunset 28 foot trailer
Bus Project pages: http://beltguy.com/Bus_Project/busproject.htm
Blog: https://beltguy.com/Travelogue/
Email: eaglesinternational.email at gmail.com NOTE this email box is only for general correspondence related to the forum and not technical advice. Technical questions will not receive a response.
Evergreen, CO
'85 Eagle 10 with Series 60 & Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission SOLD
2005 Dodge 2500 with 5.9 Cummins and 6 speed manual 2022 Sunset 28 foot trailer
Bus Project pages: http://beltguy.com/Bus_Project/busproject.htm
Blog: https://beltguy.com/Travelogue/
Email: eaglesinternational.email at gmail.com NOTE this email box is only for general correspondence related to the forum and not technical advice. Technical questions will not receive a response.
- Dreamscape
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- Location: Full Timing - On The Road
Re: Very Proud!!!
This is great to hear!
I'm glad that it has all worked out for her and your family!
I'm glad that it has all worked out for her and your family!
Paul Lawry
Dreamscape
1968 Eagle 01 #7443
Silver 8V92 HT 740
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Dreamscape
1968 Eagle 01 #7443
Silver 8V92 HT 740
Dreamscape Build Blog: https://dreamscapesilvereagle.wordpress.com/
- Eagle Andy
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Re: Very Proud!!!
Great News Jim Gods Blessing to you and yours.
Andy Wright 68 Silver Eagle Model 5 8V92 #7481
- akroyaleagle
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Re: Very Proud!!!
Wonderful news!
We hope for her continued success.
Joe & Frankie
We hope for her continued success.
Joe & Frankie
Joe Laird
'78 05
Sioux Falls, SD
'78 05
Sioux Falls, SD
- gpzzdrm
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Re: Very Proud!!!
Wow!
Having followed the trials of your daughter, and you guys, Lani and I can only say how impressed we are. She's got a lot of determination.
Tell her congratulations for us.
Bill
Having followed the trials of your daughter, and you guys, Lani and I can only say how impressed we are. She's got a lot of determination.
Tell her congratulations for us.
Bill
1978 05 Eagle with 450HP Cummins ISM / Allison HT740
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.
Started in 1996 and still an in-progress hobby.