Your Messages to Heide Heide, When I met you in August at my house, I knew of your challenges but could hardly believe it. Your attitude was very positive and upbeat. I'm not sure I could do it. You must be very very strong. If anyone can beat this, I'm sure it's you. Leslie and I are praying for many people these days and you are in our thoughts.Ric is a wonderful asset to Intacct and has many friends. We look forward to getting to know the whole Medina family better as you get through this. Mike and Leslie Braun Hi Heide, I know you do not know me...but I feel like I know you. At least a little now. I want you to know that most of the people in my community have heard your name by now and we are all praying for you. I feel lucky to have met Cara and Ceka. I feel honored to be a part of the Moms In Motion fundraiser in your honor. You inspire me to be positive, loving and appreciative of what I have. you have touched my life more than you know and I thank you for that. I think of you every day and can't wait for the day when I can finally meet you. I think you are amazing and I wish you all the best. God bless you and your family, Heide. With love and friendship from afar... Kim Bean-Moms In Motion El Dorado Hills, CA Heide, I miss your smiling face in the salon and cant wait to see you in my chair again. I want you to know that I think and Pray about you often :) Lets kick this beast to the curb! Love, Rene Chadsey Dear Heide,You are a true inspiration. Your courage and strength are amazing and your loving spirit is obvious to anyone who meets you. I love your "collective healing" website. I truely believe in the power of prayer and it is obvious that you have so many people that love you and are praying for you to get well. Please know that Scott and I are also sending positive, healing thoughts your way and praying for you and your family. I hope that all of our collective thoughts and prayers will help you to get better very soon! Love, Liza Carter Heide, Love and Courage to you and your family. The Taggarts. Now that I am in my 50's, it seems a funny thing about life is...that the "lemons" just keep on coming. But a truly amazing thing about life is that we can do what ever we want with said lemons. . . suck on the sour pith and flavorless rind and tell ourselves it's good for us, or, we can add sugar, water and ice, sit on the porch and enjoy the rare and lovely that can only come from this lemon, here and now. I'd say that you, Rick and Heidi, have a knack, even a talent, for not just making lemonade from the lemons of life, but for drinking it with humor, levity and acceptance. Thank you for the inspiration you give so generously. Heidi, I read the article about you in the Los Gatos Weekly-Times today. This is the the first I have heard of your challenge. I remember your vibrant spirit when we worked together at Daves Avenue School. It is obvious that it is still intact, as is your strong determination to beat your cancer. I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy Hanf Heidi, I wanted to share with you that you have an amazing group of women thinking of you, praying for you and supporting you at the moms in motion workouts. Your message is beautiful and your approach to life and its challenges is truly a great representation of how we should all be living our lives. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. ~joey and Rhonda Dear Heide, Through our friend Lisa Keller we learned of your courageous fight and would like to help. My wife Marnie & I have the Los Gatos Company gallery here in Los Gatos. For the past five years Marnie has created a full size witch that we have auctioned off, through a silent auction, with all the proceeds going directly to a worthy cause. This year, with your permission, we would like the donation go to you. We will be setting up the “Witch” display in our gallery today and with your permission we will set up information & bidding sheets designating you as this year’s recipient. The silent auction will start today, Tuesday, September 16th & will be closed for bidding on Sunday, October 19th. Please let us know if you approve of our auction and we will proceed. Our prayers, blessings & good wishes to you and your family. Keep up the good fight! Andy & Marnie Bivetto Los Gatos Company Hi Heidi, I was so glad to see you the other day in Los Gatos. I think about you daily and pray for you and your family. Thank you so much for the message that you wrote for all of us to read. You inspired me so much to change my attitude about silly things in life. Because of you, I am able to forgive and cherish every moment I have with family and friends. You are truly one of the most special people I know. I look forward to seeing you more and spending time together with our families. Keep fighting!!!!! God Bless You!!! Love Craig Sunday morning after the steak fry?? That was possibly the most awesome event I have every been to in Devils Lake and you would have been so proud of your sister and your friends that worked there!!!!!! I cant explain the feeling in a message but everyone I talked to just kept saying "isn't this cool!!" Absolutely Amazing!!! Have a good Sunday and know that you have the love of a whole community supporting you!!!!!!!! Bob Christie Hi Heide, Please get better. I want you to come to our house with your girls soon so we can all jump on the couch and mess up all the pillows. Please feel better! Good luck with the next three weeks of treatment. My mommy and daddy love you so much and the upcoming twins are kicking all day long telling my mommy they love you too! Love Ryder G. Dear Heide, I have met you on a couple of informal gatherings. I've known Ric for several years. I want you to know I am thinking and praying for you and Ric everyday. You are a beautiful young woman. Keep up the fight (easy for me to say). My prayers are for you, Liz Senser lana hernandez Phil Culcasi, Pat O'Hanneson GENERAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES, INC. Dear Heidi: We are so inspired by your positive attitude, beautiful message, and loving family and friends. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. All our best, Dan & Tricia Traynor Hi Heide- I just wanted to say hi and let you know that I think of you all the time. I miss you so much at work. Every time I pull out a reading strategy I think of you. You are such a strong and inspiring person. I truly feel blessed to know you and be a part of your life. Good luck with the treatments and let me know when you're able to get together. Love, Laura DiSessa (Williams) We continue to think of you and pray for you to keep the faith, and stay strong in your fight. Love and friendship, The LaMotte's Hi Heidi. It seems like only last week that we were flying back from Jordan's graduation and we were able to spend some time together in the Seattle airport. Maybe those breakfast burritos weren't the best, but it was great seeing you again and having a chance to spend some time catching up. I just wanted to send a quick note and let you know that I have been thinking about you and praying for you in whatever way I know best. I know you are strong enough to make it through this. You survived living with my family for years. Think about that! That should tell you something. Do what you can and keep fighting... Love, Scott Sabo Hey There Sweet Heide, It has been some time since I dropped you a line. You are so very often in my thoughts. Surely you are hearing from those that know you of how very special you are Heidi...and I sincerely hope that this heartfelt and sincere attempt to underscore that comes through from me to you today. The cancer may make us all stop our busy pace for a bit to reflect on you.... but it is just the plane truth of you, your warm and open heart, that we all see there that - well I'll speak for myself - lights me up inside!! Your way of seeing the world with humor, levety and optimism are an inspiration. I see you and think - I can see the world that way too! And look! It's so good! Much love and warmth right back at you! Nancy Heide, just heard today from a family member in DL about your fight with cancer. Just wanted to let you know that my family and I are thinking of you and your beautiful family and will say many prayers to help you overcome this challenge. Hey, Heide! I saw Margie tonight when she, Vince and the boys were at school signing Will up for Cub Scouts. Pretty exciting stuff! Along with so many others, I want to let you know just how often I think and pray for you and your family. I check your site nearly every day and have enjoyed looking at the pictures of you, Ric and your beautiful daughters. I truly admire the courage, determination and strength you have in fighting this battle. You are AMAZING!! Stay strong, Heide! Missy :) You are in my thoughts and prayers, Heide. Stay strong. I think of you often. Jodi (Heisler) Jensen Hi Heide! Not sure if you remember me. My maiden name was Nelson and I think I first met you at Gymnastics when we were young. I ran into Margie as I was signing up for afterschool daycare for my daughter in West Fargo. Seems we live only a few blocks apart, and I look forward to seeing her again soon! I will be constantly thinking about you....keeping you, your family, and your recovery in my prayers. You are young and strong, and you can beat this. It was great to see pictures of you and your daughters. Take Care and Get Well. Shawna Huseth Heide, My prayers and love are with you every second. I know you hear this a lot but PLEASE call me if you would like to chat or need anything. Love you tons! Krista Dickman Heidi, What an incredible inspiration you will be to so many people through sharing your story and your thoughts and feelings on this website. Your daughters are so lucky to have such a wonderful, strong mom and role model. My thoughts are with you. I am sure you will come through this even stronger. Mic Hi Heide, I am Laura Williams' cousin and she emailed me telling me about you and that you were interested in a vegan diet. I am vegan and happy to help! Please email anytime or call. Firstly I want to send a big hug to you and your family. I also have two little girls about the same age as yours. I wish you all long lives together. So here are a few starting points for veganism. My absolute FAVORITE cookbook is called Veganomicon. It's got real food recipes vs some of the more "junk food" vegan foods in other books. Whole foods, balanced nutrition. Yummy. Your whole family would enjoy it. Here are some links to sites about vegan diets: http://www.vegsource.com/harris/going_vegan.htm http://www.vegsoc.org/info/vegan-nutrition.html http://www.veganhealth.org/ I haven't tried it 100%, but some people swear you can cure cancer with a raw food diet in conjunction with conventional treatments. May be something to look into if it sounds appealing. Sending wishes and strength. You are in my thoughts. Stephnaie Hey Heide! When did we get old enough for cancer? What happened to the days of the Dream Machine? New Nikes? Our first boy/girl dance at the Rec Center? Kick the can? Wasn't that just, like, a week ago? When I see you smile, that's what I see... being a kid. You rule! Keep fighting and we'll keep doing what we can on our end. Miss you. Emily Hi! Get well okay? Evan. Heide and family, As I was getting ready for bed and thinking of my prayers I thought of you. I had no intention of going to my computer tonight, only selfishly thinking of getting enough sleep. My thoughts were finally coming together. Your inner beauty is a perfect match to your outer beauty. I am so moved as I admire your family photos. It is clear that God has given you a loving family. You are amazing. When I read that you said, "Well, at least we didn't get any more bad news." I knew how truly amazing you are. You inspire me to see the blessings of each day. Thank you Heide. I will pray with you and your loved ones through this challenging time. You and your family have touched my heart forever! May God give you the strength to get through each day and the faith to believe in miracles. Jodi Kosienski and family Friends of Margie and Vince Heide & Rick, We have never met but I have heard nothing but wonderful things about you, both, from our (mutual) dear friend Ellen. In hearing your story I just want to say how inspirational it is to see how positive and full of spirit you are. I think it is fantastic that you have such a strong network of family, friends and people who are sending you such warm and positive vibes of support. It all comes from you! Keep your faith and, please know, you and your family are in my prayers. Stacie Puma Heide and Ric, It is the Granato family sending all their prayers, thoughts and love. Linda and I have such wonderful memories of the special years that all of our boys had with you at Daves Ave. You have had a tremendous impact on ours and our childrens' lives. It is hard for us to hear of the battle that you have in front of you, but we know the strength you will get from your family and friends will help you through! Our prayers and thoughts will stay with you and your family throughout this time. Lots of love, Tony, Linda, Mike, Dom, Nick and Gabby Hi Heidi and Rick, I went running with Paige this morning and she mentioned your message and website. I just spent the last hour pouring through it. Thank you- I'm sending you much love and positive energy. I've often felt that you really get to know someone when adversity is thrown in their way. This truly shows the strength and love you have. I am forever grateful and changed to be reminded daily to appreciate the small things and embrace each day with intention and gratitude. You are in my thoughts. If there is ANYTHING (drink 2 glasses for you) please let me know ;-) xoxox Hess Hi Heide I learned about your site from my very close friend & your relative Jenn Monteverde. I have seen pictures of you at her house & heard many fun stories ( including your dance lessons at the lake from Sharon, Jenns mom). I too am a 2 time survivor so I know all to well some of what you are going thru. If you ever need anyone to bounce things off of give me a call ! I'm sure you have tons of friends & relatives but sometimes a stranger is easier. I will keep you & your beautiful family in my thoughts & prayers ! I love the note about your daughter offering her Aerial wig..that is too cute ! Sending prayers & good wishes your way ! Ann Heidi, I have been thinking about you many times a day since I found this fantastic website dedicated to your recovery. You are loved and admired by so many people: your family, friends, coworkers, even strangers! All those positive thoughts and prayers are healing. Maddy and Austen are asking about you too and want to hear Ric's updates. Thank you Ric for the updates and thank you Heidi for writing your personal message. Of course our family would love to help anytime you need it- last minute babysitting, playdates, meals... Please call or email if you need anything. Stay strong, enjoy your beautiful daughters and supportive husband, and get well. XOXO Bridget and Eric, Maddy and Austen. Sweet Sweet Heidi, I just found out today about all of this, and I am sad, so sad........... Your an inspiring person none the less, and with the issues I am faced with here in ireland at the moment, they are minimal compared with the challenges that you and Ric and the girls are confronted with.Tomorrow, as a result of your words, I'll take a much different stance. I'll pray for you all, every day and I was allways an emotional fish to begin with so I'll shed a tear too, for you guys cause that's me.I wish that I could write one fat check to make the challenges easier, and if I win the Euro lotto here(Tax Free)I'll do that. For now though, I'll pray and be positive for you.In the three years since my return to Ireland, this was the most heart wrenching bit of news I got, and just today.It's hard being away from you guys, and I miss you all lot's. Perhaps a trip here once things are better might happen. Accoms are free anyway, and nice too.You will all deserve a break.Hey, I'll check in often, watch your progress, and send the best thoughts that I can. My love to you,my friend Ric, and your two lovely girls. Be well, and get better soon. God bless X X X X With much love and gratitude, for showing the world what strength really is. I (We) were thinking of you and wanted to say hello again. I hope you are feeling ok by now, after Friday's Chemo... I hope you got my message I sent a while back, if there is anything you need small or large, let me know.. Amari has wanted to come and hug you.. me too... miss you Love to you, Angel and Amari Just wanted to say hi and tell you how good you look!! Your new hairdo is great. You always could pull off most any style :) Your husband is doing a fabulous job with the updates. Thank you so much for sharing your whole ordeal and progress. We think of you often and continue to pray for you daily. Keep up the fight! Angie(Hunter)Holtz I met you briefly while living in LG and always thought Heidi had such a warm and bright smile. I can also see that there is determination and strength! I wish you the very best and will be thinking of you. Namaste, Julianne Walsh Hi Ric and Heidi, My wife and I are praying for you, Heidi. I came upon a flyer at work today (Apple) about your bake sale fundraiser. I was touched about your situation and talked about you at our dinner table. I had no idea you were married to my Sigma Chi Fraternity brother...it's a small world. Thank you sharing your story and being an inspiration to all of us. We pray that God continues to surround you and your family with loving friends and families. James Chung Epsilon Theta '93 Heide and Rick, I do not know you but saw your web site posted on Facebook in the newsfeed. I was so moved by what is happening in your lives and how you are responding with such a positive and fighting attitude. You both seem like such strong people that will do whatever it takes to get through this very hard time. You have created such a loving and supportive network and life. The fact you have so many people supporting you and cheering you on every step of the way truly shows what kind of people you are. I have small children too and know this has got to be hard but you are really showing up for them as role models and teaching them how to face adversity. I will be sending you the most positive and healing energy often. Heidi, Just wanted to know I think of you often and will continue to keep you and your family in my thought and prayers. Take Care and Stay Strong. Nancy (Eisenzimmer) Ziegler Just wanted to let you know that prayers are being sent to you from the Mountain family here in El Dorado Hills. Anne keeps me posted on how things are going. I know we have only met a few times, but you are a source of strength and inspiration for me. God bless you and your family. Love, Ana & John Mountain Hi Heide and Rick, I am a friend of Adrienne and John's, and a single mom living in Denver. Your story touched me at a very deep level and I wish I could do more to help in this very challenging journey. Stay strong and know that someone out in Denver is keeping the faith! All my strength and love go out to you, your family and friends! Kristi and Cole (son) We enjoyed viewing your photos...what a beautiful family you have! We just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you...stay strong Heide! Love, Jeff & Joey Dahlen Hi Heide, A friend of mine who is kicking cancer's butt shared this website with me. This is a forum for folks who are surviving cancer. Kris Carr is one in particular who is now 4yrs. post stage 4 diagnosis. http://my.crazysexylife.com/ Hello Heidi, I have not personally met you, but have been given updates re. your health from Cara and our daughter, Sara, who is a neighbor and friend of Cara's. We are North Dakota natives as well (big McClusky!!!!) so feel a connection to your family. Our prayers are with you. Have you read Randy Praus's "The Last Lecture"??? It is a wonderful read. We've heard on the news that he passed away yesterday, but what an influence he had in his short life!!! You too are having that influence! I was told when visiting China that I have a very lucky life because of my birthday 8/8/8. I knew that, but attributed it to faith in God and a good positive attitude. God bless you and all of your family during these tough times and know that you are in our prayers and part of my GOOD LUCK! Charlotte and Earl Heide, you are such a beautiful person! Thank you for your message to remind us of how precious living in the moment really is. I carry your words with me daily. I know you can conquer this just as you did before. I am forwarding your message to a dear friend who is going through this same thing for her second time as well. Stay strong Heide! Love, Stephanie Young My thoughts are with you and your family...and what a gorgeous family you have! Looks like you have a wonderful support system and it's beautiful to see you and your twin sis's bond. I recently had twins and I hope they can experience the love you two have. I'm keeping you in my prayers. Mary Fox Heidi, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Derek Green & Family (Atlanta, GA) Dear Heidi, What a fighter you are! I am optomistic that this is just one more challenge for champion! You are in my thoughts and prayers, I know good things are just around the corner! Rosanne Adona My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have such a great personality and a wonderful fighting spirit. Please do not hesitate to ask for anything! Hi Heide- You don't know me. I am friends with Jennifer Guild who is friends with your sister Margie. I have "partied" a few times with Margie. Margie is a sweetheart. Jen Guild told me about your story and told me "if you know Margie you know Heide" so in some ways I feel like I know you. I was very touched my your story and your strength. I have been following your status and love it when Ric talks about the girls. I have a 2 yr old little girl so I can relate. Anyways even though you don't know me I wanted you to know that you and your family our in my family's thoughts and prayers. You will get through this! Jason, Jennifer and Addison Kimbrough Dear Heide, I don't know if you remember me, I was your mammo and ultrasound technologist- the first time you came in to Good Sam Breast ctr. and pretty much found out what was going on. I will never forget that day. I started praying for you then, my whole family prayed for you at Thanksgiving that year, and I have never forgotten your beautiful smile and strong heart. We recently found out about your condition and All of us at the Breast Ctr. are praying for you. I will take your messege and keep it dear in my heart. I too have small kids and you are my reminder to live life and enjoy them to the fullest. Please fight with all of your strength. Java Heide, You and Rick are great people. Thanks for being very supportive for my son Cole's first birthday, and being great friends. My family only wishes you the best which you deserve. I can go on.... but we will save that for over drinks. :-) Love the Ober Family Our prayers are with you on a quick and timely recovery! Brad and CC It is too bad anyone had to go thru what you are, but you are doing it right. You must be an incredible person to draw this kind of support. Best of everything to you & your family. God bless. Dearest Heide! Well, consider this a "blast from your past"! I am unsure if you remember me but that really doesn't matter! I remember you from the days of DL and the awesome days of track. I received the news of your struggles and was greatly saddened. I enjoyed looking at the lovely pictures of your beautiful family... it is really hard to understand why such bad things happen to such wonderful people. What I know is that God does not wish this terrible tragedy on you or anyone...BUT HE WILL HELP YOU THROUGH IT!! Prayer is amazing and I will pray for you and your family. God Bless- Marilyn Ripplinger Heide, We are so saddened to hear what you and your family are dealing with. Jack Lewis really wants to come visit and give you a hug:) So please consider yourself wrapped with his strong little boy arms. Please be strong - our world needs you in it! You are such a delight and a joy to know. Our thoughts and prayers. Love, Lorraine Miller & Jack Lewis Miller Heide & Family- We haven't met, but I have the pleasure of working with your sister at MeritCare. I just want to say that you are in my thoughts daily. Such a wonderful and BEAUTIFUL family you have...Your husband has an awesome way of writing...it's nice to read his updates! Here's to a quick recovery! Take Care....Nancy Johnson-Seidel I met Ric yesterday at the yard sale and told him about the vitamin C intravenous success with treating stage 4 cancer. Visit these links and I have done some research as well on Vita C and raw foods for cancer patients. Feel free to call anytime. My prayers and love go out to you and your family. Also, a high alkaline water and diet is important. For more information on how to bring your water to a 10.0 ph and a nutritional diet with high mineral content, please give me a call. Zsa Zsa Taylor http://wbztv.com/health/Cancer.Vitamin.C.2.582779.html http://www.healingcancernaturally.com/vitamin-c-cancer-therapy-cure. html http://www.cancertutor.com/Cancer02/VitaminC_IVC.html http://whitakerwellness.com/about_us/contact_us/....this place provides the intraveous vita c and I am very familiar with their location. If you need an escort or guide to the Newport beach area, or somebody to sit with Heide while going through the treatment, I would be more than happy to escort her. Good Luck Heide you are in our prayers. I am friends with Scott Monson and Jim Bennette. Hi Heide, I don't know you, but received an email from my friend Amy Zavorka who is friend's with Margie. In looking at your website I can see that you have a beautiful family and are a very strong woman. I feel a connection to you, being a wife and mother of two young children. I will pray for your recovery and for the strength of your family. God's Blessings, Kelly Irvin Richtarich Heide, you are an inspiration to us all. I just read your message - such an important reminder of what really matters in life. I miss you! You are constinantly in my thoughts and prayers! I'll see if I can find any vegan wine recipes for you:) Hugs and kisses, Love Susan Heide, It seems like a lifetime ago when you first started teaching second grade at Daves Ave. Eloise and I will always remember that laugh and the smile one could see across the playground. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Lots of hugs-Sandy, Christine and Eloise Nichols Hello Heidi. It has been a long time but it seems like yesterday we were playing quarters in the Rutten cabin at Wood Lake. My Mom told me the news. You are in our thoughts and we check the status often to see how you are doing. Stay strong and keep positive because you are going to beat this!! Say hello to all the Ruttens. Love Jason, JoAnn, Jackson and Jordan Skyberg. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. You are a strong person and have many rooting for you. In our hearts we know you are going to get through this. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. Love, Marilyn and Dale O'Toole Heide & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep that positive attitude first and foremost! Heide and family, we are so sad that you have to endure this battle once again. Heide, we were so touched by your letter, and Ric's updates are wonderful to read -- informative, well written and heartfelt. As Janie's Third Grade Teacher, you taught Janie multiplication, reading for content and more. But the life lessons you really taught her are that a beautiful, stylish woman (married to a cool guy) can be smart, organized, independent, compassionate and strong in spirit. Please know that our thoughts are with all of you, and that since hearing the news, we have been working on your behalf. We've contacted friends and family to tell them about your amazing website and are preparing items for the garage sale. (After painting painting Janie's dollhouse for sale, we all agreed it's never looked this good!) Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help and show how much we care about you. We wish you and your family only the best. With love, Debbie, Dave and Janie Willheim Heide & family, We've been admiring the wonderful photos on your web site. You have a beautiful family and from the looks of it, a large support group. What a blessing to have such a close circle of friends and family to turn to during this tough time. Keep up that amazing positive attitude and take it one day at a time. You are in our thoughts and prayers! Jen (Lange), Tim, Jack, and Kate Olson Dear Heide, we remember meeting you at Jim & Michelle's wedding in Kauai. What we recall is how much fun you were even while keeping up with little Ava! Impressive! More impressive, however, is the wonderful spirit and attitude you have in attacking this disease. Your beautiful and supportive family and wonderful friends -- equally impressive. Charlie and I send you our most positive thoughts and prayers daily. God bless you and your sweet family. Kim and Charlie Hornecker I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you, but I know from Stephen and Clair what a wonderful person you are. Having been through a mastectomy and chemo treatment myself recently, I can't imagine how you are able to stay so strong and positive, but you have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband to keep you focused. Our families pray for you and a quick recovery. Heide and Ric: Just a few lines again to tell you we are steadily praying for your recovery and many years with your darling daughters. Ric! Most heartfelt thanks to you for your great communications on Heide that we are all so hungry to hear about. We want to "share the load with her" and pray for the procedures and doctors to be super intelligent and super advisors as you walk this path of chemo and radiation. We are forever in debt to you and the fellow who built this website. We send love every day in every way, Dolores, Monica's Mom Sweet Heide...You are a ray of sunshine! We are thinking of you and sending all our love and support. Keep up the positive attitude, stay strong and know how much you are loved. Love you so much! Julie and Rob Ludeman Heide, We all love you for the joy and teaching you provide to us! You make our planet a better place by being in it and we send our spiritual energy your way to help you heal. We look forward to checking in to learn more about your full recovery! Bill, Marybeth, Kyle, Kit and Finn MacLean Hi Heide, I dont know you, but I wanted to write and tell you I am thinking of you and hoping only the best for you and your lovely family. I am a mother of 3 young children and I wish I could do more than send you a hug and prayer. Just know there is yet another friend out here thinking of you and praying for you. I have just read your message and Ric's updates - thank you for sharing yourself with us. Your family is an inspiration. I look forward to meeting you on Saturday. Keep the faith, :) Shahana Heidi, I just wanted to let you know, that even though my family and I have never met you, we are here for you with love, help and support always. You are in our prayers, and prayers from all our friends at church. Our positive thoughts, hopes for strength, happiness and sunshine in each and every day for you and your family. I have two boys the same age as your daughters. If there is anything I can possibly do to help, perhaps a playdate or anything at all, please let me know. I am a friend of Adrienne Cox. I also wanted to let you know that a former boss of mine was terminally ill with lung cancer (never a smoker). She had 2 weeks to live. She started on a macro-biotic diet (completely organic vegan)and came back and has been cancer free for 15 years now. I was reminded of her story when I read that you were going "green". She ate lots of kale!! My boys and I volunteer at a local organic farm and they have lots of kale and swiss/rainbow chard. If you need any I would be more than happy to get it to you. "God please surround your loving arms around Heidi and her family and see them through this difficult time. Be there for all of them and provide them with the knowledge that they need and the strength and love for each other and in you and nothing but positive thoughts". God Bless you Heidi. You have lots of people praying for you. Stay strong and remember to laugh! All our love Eileen, Kevin, Austin and Landon Heide, Just heard through the grapevine. I immediately flashed back to our conversation at Daves years ago about your train trip back to North Dakota. I saw a snippet of what your lucky classes see every day, a true teacher. There's a reason everyone smiles when they see you and that reason is you. Keep your chin up, fight the battle and know we're all in your corner! Mike O'Connor Heide, My mom and I and several friends in Bigfork are walking for you in the Relay for Life this Friday night. It is at our football field. I am selling glow necklaces and bracelets to raise money. Remember, "No pain, no gain!" Love, Jordan You are an inspiration to many Heide! Your positive attitude and strong support system are priceless. Stay strong... Hugs and well wishes from Jamie, Rhonda (Hall), Zach and Hallie Roed Dear sweet Heide. So many years have passed, and now I write. I was wondering if you're walking home at "lunch time" and would like the rest of us to join you. Denise, Tracey, Chris, Mary, Robyn, Emily, and I will be there when class is over. Still feeling young. Happy Birthday to you and Marg. Some of us are still 37.(smile, smile) My family prays for you daily. I find so much relief in prayer and reading the bible. The verse that always sticks with me is Jeremiah 29:11. "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord, "Plans for good and not disaster, to give you a hope and a future." You are amazing. God loves you! Much Love, Tonya, Dan, Wyatt, Annika, Rondi (Herbel) Derman Happy belated Birthday... you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers daily. A big thank you to Ric for the updates... I'll be walking the Relay for Life this weekend and there will be a candle on the sightline with your name on it.. Love and hugs to all of you Silvia Heide, My family, the Glicksons were best friends with your grandparents, Adel and Reuben Will. I remember when you were little and your grandfather Rube wheeling you with Margie in our house in Devils Lake. You are in my thoughts in prayers. They can do so much nowadays with cancer treatment. After reading your message, you have a wonderful attitude and great support from family and friends. Please great your mom and dad for me. I'm sending positive thoughts your way. Irene Glickson Rossman Heidi and family, I read your message this morning and I wanted to thank you. As we sit here in MN. looking out on a glassy lake and watching my four month old son Jack trying to roll over for the first time, I have never enjoyed his smiles and squeals more than I do at this moment. You are so very right about enjoying the little things that life has to offer. The Leevers and Rutten families have never had too much trouble savouring and enjoying life and it truly brings joy to my heart to see that you and Ric have carried on that great tradition! You have a beautiful family and are all in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please read the book my wife sent. Tania is very passionate about the subject of health and the book has been very helpful for many people we know. In addition, there are lots of great recipes for your new diet! From Pearl Lake with Love, John and family. Heide....If a beautiful smile can beat this disease, you will have no problems. And, you have brought so many smiles to so many others, like our daughter, Carly Carroll. She thinks you are absolutely wonderful!!! Keep the faith. We are certainly thinking about you, and sending lots of very positive energy. Carly sends a BIG hug. And, she wanted you to know she is reading lots this summer. Stay strong girl!! We hope to see you soon. Joe, Lisa, Nick, Katie and Carly Carroll You are in our prayers constantly. Never a doubt you will beat this ugly disease. I am walking in the Relay for Life and you will be in my thoughts. Dear Heide, I hope you had a wonderful birthday with your friends and family. I just finished reading your message and I'm so inspired by you so thank you. I am terribly sorry to think of what you are going through every day but your attitude and positive thoughts are what will pull you through this and you certainly have figured that out! We are thinking about you every day and hoping you'll be able to put this behind you for good soon. All the best, Judy & Brian Blond Heide, We are always thinking of you and praying for you! The Leevers family, Jack & Sharon, John & Tanin and family, Chris & Carren and family, Tena & Miles and family Heide, If you can handle a roomful of 2nd and 3rd graders, we have no doubt that you can handle whatever else life has to throw at you! Erich sends his best wishes and remembers fondly his time with you in that 2/3 class at Daves. He is going to be a sophomore at LGHS this year. Truly, we will accept nothing but complete recovery for you and will keep sending those positive thoughts in your direction. XOXO, The Peske Family Dearest Heide, I am so thankful for the wonderful memories that you helped create from Devils Lake and think of the good times often, and laugh! I am also blessed with 2 daughters and know how much fun you are having. You can beat this! You are strong! Sending you love and smiles across the miles! Leanne (Chesky) Falconer You are my HERO!!!! I love you. Margie Heide, I'm not sure if you will remember me. I am Charla's cousin from California. I am so sorry you are going through such a hard time. I really am not sure what to say, except through prayer and determination you will be just fine. I am thinking about you all the time and praying for you and your family. love, Deanna Munoz (Deanna Keller) Heide, we heard about your situation through our friend Lori Morrison. We would love to donate some money to assist in the treatment costs. We send our prayers and best wishes to you. Joanne Noble and Bill Smithers Heide and Family. We were sorry to hear of your news from Margie. From reading your web site I can tell that you have an awesome support group and positive attitude. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love Lisa, Mike, Alexa and Ashton Wuennemann (Stoughton, WI) Dear Heide, Your letter was moving and so very true. Sometime we all need a reminder that life is a precious gift and we should value each day, experience and relationship we a afforded. I'm not sure why but Mark and I have lived this way for many years. We are fortunate to have the insight to relish what God has allowed us to experience and just last night took in an awesome sunset from our deck in awe of His majesty. I tried to copy your bold "Maybe" statements, center them and then added a line, but I don't think it will work on this web site. But maybe you could have Ric copy this, print it and post it around your home, car, frig door or wherever to help you keep that positive attitude! Indeed God does have a plan and you are touching lives all across the world with your strength, courage and faith. We will continue to pray for you and your family and wish you success in your fight. Carrie Stenseth, (Monica's sister in-law) Ft Lupton, CO Hi Heide! Greetings from a fellow survivor, hey! I admire your courage and positive attitude. Your cousin Mike was at my house out in Lakewood last wknd with your other cuz Brendan, and he told me your fighting this again and I found your site through the DL paper. I read your message on here and what you wrote about requesting recipes, so I just want to tell you to check out the book by Don & Deirde Imus called The Imus Ranch: Cooking for Kids and Cowboys. You might know about their ranch in New Mexico for kids with cancer and this book has a lot of vegan recipes you might like. I believe you can find the book at most bookstores and they have a website for the ranch and foods they sell that are made with all natural ingredients. Just google Imus! Well, I wish you the best and you and all of your family are in my prayers. Say hello to all the Rutten clan for me, and we all missed Uncle Whump at the DL 125th! Bye! May your birthday begin and end with a smile on your beautiful face, butterfly kisses from your daughters, an unexpected lingering look of love from your husband, memories from your past from your family, and the joy that comes from knowing you are loved and cherished by so very many people who's lives you have touched over the years. God does have a plan and you continue to help us all cherish each moment and pause long enough to share the love. There are two in our family who have finally buried the hatchet and are rebuilding the bridges they burned a few years ago. Even sailing together! Praise God! We love you, Heide! Happy Birthday dear one! Monica, Denny, and Jordan ~ I said a prayer for you today and know God must have heard~I felt the answer in my heart although He spoke no word. I did not ask for wealth or fame~ I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures of a far more lasting kind. I asked that He'd be near you at the start of each new day, to grant you health and blessings and friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you in all things great and small~ but it was for His loving care, I prayed the most of all. Heide, we have met briefly and wanted to share this poem as it was given to me as I too fought cancer. I am here if you need to talk with someone who has walked in your shoes. I truly hope and pray you can look back at this and declare once again, that you are a cancer survivor. love, Melissa (PE teacher at VM) Hi Heide Just wanted to send you our love and support and let you know that you, Ric, and the girls are always in our thoughts. We are sending you good vibes and energy towards a fast recovery. If you need ANYTHING, please let me know. I would love to take the girls to the park to play or hang out, or just pick up some milk if you need it. I am so sorry to hear that you have to go through this again, but I hold out all hope that you will make it through with flying colors. We look forward to seeing you soon. Love always, Kindra, Steve, Phiefer, Langley, and Rafferty Heide...Keep up the tremendous fight. You are an inspiration to all and I know your strength will make the difference in the end. You are surrounded by so much love and care I have no doubt you will beat this. Hang in there! Darcy (Deutsch) Cascaes What a beautiful family! You always had such a positive attitude and exuded obvious strength and confidence. No doubt you will pull through this even stronger than before! Please know that we hold you and your whole family in our prayers! Christie Elliott (Tester) and the whole Tester Family! Hello Medina Family, I gradutated with Andrew and I'm married to Paul Kitsch (good friend with Dean Windjue). We live near Webster. It sounds like your a strong fighter. Keep it up!!!! You have a beautiful family. I have 2 girls too. They are Mikayla (8) and Madison (7). I pray for your health and strengh. Your website is great to visit. Your in our prayers and take care. Paul, Melissa, Mikayla, and Madison Kitsch Dear Heide, We are thinking of you everyday and pray for your continuous strength as you pull through this. You are such a beautiful, courageous person and such an inspiration to all. Sending lots of love your way - Katie & Chris Windsor Heide, Prayers for you and your family. Stay strong. Sheila Heide, We've been out of town for two weeks and just heard the news about your latest fight. I'm sure you will give it everything you have, and then some! Please let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do to help. Our positive thoughts and prayers are with you, Ric and the girls. We'll be in touch! Love, Mindy, Chris, Slater, Barrett and Hollis Wellington Sweet Heide and clan-so very sad to hear all the news (words cannot even express) but reading all of your positive updates is so reassuring. if anyone could handle a challenge like this....it's you!! i love and admire your positive spirit!! i'm sure it's been so nice having margie and charla out there : ) and now your parents and andrew! the pics from the bbq are beautiful!! i can't believe the girls are so big!! hopefully we will get to see them, along with you and ric soon. you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. know that i'm always here to do anything i can. keep focusing on all that's good and i will talk to you soon! love you sooooo much, lex Heidi....We will continue to pray and send out positive energy for healing for you and your family on this journey....God bless.. Sherri Nelson (NDSD) Hi Heide and family, You are all on our minds and I have been checking this site everyday. We know what a strong girl you are and know that you will again come through this like the champ you are. You are ever so much in our thoughts and prayers. Peace and love from your North Dakota cousins: Dick, Rache,Mads,Bergz and Burke You are in my prayers you are a fighter so hang in there, Heidi. Myron Loberg I want to thank you, Ric, for your informative and interesting updates. You have a gift for words. I must be going to this website about 4x a day now to read all the notes of support and love being sent to Heide and just look at her pictures. It is an amazing testimony to the person she is. What an incredible way to draw all the love to her. Thanks, Rod. Keep it going. The family pics of all the Medinas are so great, too. Hey Heide Very Sorry to hear the news. I remember what a spirit you had in high school and am sure you can beat this again. Lots of prayers here in DL for you. Good luck to you and your beautiful family. Will pray for you every day! Angie I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers out to you and your family. Reading your website you are a true inspiration. You are surrounded by love and support and I have no doubt that love and support (in addition to your amazing strength) will carry you through! Hi Heide! I got this web site from a friend of your mom. I am praying for you and your family. You are a very strong person and you will get through this. This really hits home for me. You are an awesome person with alot of energy. God bless you and your family. Beth Zahn(Sharbono) class of 89 Hi Heide! It seems like yesterday that you had your girls at the DL pool and we were visiting and catching up. I wanted to let you know that we will be praying for you every night. We will pray for strength, courage, and of course healing. Stay strong Heide and keep fighting the fight. There's a lot of people who will be pulling for you. God Bless! Kim (Ripplinger) Krogfoss Dear Heide, We're thinking of you and sending our love and prayers for all of you. Susie and Peter (Andy Peterson's mom and step-dad) Hi Heide My family and I have you in our prayers every day and only the good thoughs are for you. You are such a great happy woman with a wonderful spirit and the power to fight this time again and so we believe that things work out and get better. We are here for you and your family Love Sonia Hello Heide, Found out this weekend at the big reunion going on here in DL that you are going through another tough battle. Lots of thoughts and prayers are going your way from all of us back here in Devils Lake. Ric does an awesome job on your updates and your girls look adorable! Take Care and Keep the Faith. Kim Schmaltz Dahlen Heide, You are in our thoughts and prayers everyday. We have full confidence that you will beat this horrible disease again. You are a strong, upbeat, inspirational person that has it in you to do it!!!! Our family would love to make some meals for your family at any time, just let us know when the best time would be for you and Rick. We would also love to help with the girls and have them over to our house for swimming and playing with Baylee. Anything we can do to help! Keep your chin up, have positive thoughts as do we for you!! Much love, Kevin, Ashley, Riley and Baylee Shannon Heide, John and I heard the news from Jack and Sharon of your battle with cancer. We are currently vacationing in MN with our now 4 children. (Baby Jack is 4 months old tomorrow!) I am seriously passionate about a person's ability to treat and heal themselves of cancer and I had to tell you that I believe you WILL do it!!. When I first moved to CO to be with John, I met a woman who also had breast cancer that eventually spread. Her name is Anne Frahm and she recovered after the doctors gave up hope. She wrote a book entitled "The Cancer Battle Plan" and she and her now naturopathic husband run Health Quarters Ministries in Colo. Springs, CO. I will be sending the book as soon as tomorrow (your address is here on the site somewhere, right?) and I strongly encourage you to google Anne Frahm and check out HQM. You can heal yourself with a three pronged approach: mind, body and spririt!We believe in you! The Leevers Family is sending out prayers and all of our positive thoughts! Love, Tania PS I had a hot spot show up on one of my breasts during a thermography screening and it is no longer there. Another excellent read is Radical Forgiveness which is a lesson in how to tap into the strength of your spiritual dimension and I attribute the disappearance of the spot to this book. Your attitude & strength of spirit can and will save your life!! WE ARE SO ROOTING FOR YOU!! Heide, I'm a friend of a friend of your sister and just wanted you to know that there are many prayers for you and your family heading your way from Wisconsin. God Bless and stay strong! Jennifer Carlson Hi Heide, my name is Morgan. I don't know if you know me but I know your mother, Mary. She used to be my teacher at NDSD. I want to tell you that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Heide, Ed and I sent all our prayers of strength your way. I have put you on several prayer chains. We move forward in faith as I know you do.God will take care of you. Love, Peggy and Ed I had heard from andrew that you were starting this fight again and got this link thru an email forward. My thoughts and prayers will be with you daily until you have won this battle. Best wishes to you and your family during what is obviously going to be a very trying time for all of you. Joe V. I picked up this e-mail from Margie to Karen up off the floor. Margie your name caught my eye and I have to confess I read it. I am so glad I did. Heide, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You are in my thoughts as Ý am traveling this summer Heide! Ý am sending positive thoughts from the other side of the world to you and your family. I lit a candle at the Virgin Mary's house for you. If anyone can beat this - Ý know it will be you! Love, Dawn Hey Heide, Roger and I are a couple of your biggest fans - we will continue to cheer/pray/send out positive energy - whatever is in our power to do to add to the phenomenal support you are already receiving. You are one special young lady - your beautiful spirit has blessed so many - your incredible strength, courage, and "fight" have been such a beacon of light to us all. I am so thankful to know you and have you be such a dear friend to Cara (another very special young woman!!!!!) Our Love - Launa & Roger Hey Heide, I was informed by your battle with cancer by Melissa Englehardt. I am so glad she let me know. Yes I have not seen you in many many years but My Famil & I Will have you in our prayers. I was very shocked to here the news but as I have read throughout your website, you are very determined to beat this nasty disease we call cancer. My family has been very involved with Relay for Life the past 2 years and actually went to Portland, OR and Went to LiveStrong put on by Lance Armstrong. If you are looking for 2nd opinions or other Cancer news and updates their website is awesome. Dear Heide, Our friends Roger & Launa just e-mailed information about your situation. We are Christians and believe in God's healing power and the power of doctors to achieve great things. Remember God's Son came to save, heal, and forgive. Faith is the evidence of things not seen. Keep on trusting in His healing and comforting hand on you. We will be praying for you and your family. Stan & Linda Heide - You are so beautiful, positive, and strong. You are an inspiration! I KNOW that you will overcome this and come out better than ever. Our family sends love to yours. Thank you Ric for the updates. I can just hear the "Oh Jeez"...too funny! Love, love, love coming your way! The Goei Family My name is Amy and Margie is a dear friend of mine. (Though I don't see enough of her these days!) I was devistated to recieve Margie's latest email and find out your cancer is back. I don't know you, but if you are anything like Margie (and I assume you are as I have heard so many stories about you) then you are a very strong woman. Fight and beat this. With the support of such an amazing family, I know you can do it. I will keep you and your beautiful family in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, Amy Zavorka You are one amazing mom, wife, teacher and friend who is going to have an amazing comeback. You are in our hearts, Heide. Love, Linda Parsons Family's got your back! Elizabeth Anne - Buffalo Anne Marie - DC Tommy - Los Altos Jimmy - Los Gatos Mary - Buffalo Maggie - Casper, WY Frank Mouse - Buffalo Eddie - Los Gatos Happy 4th of July, Heide! You're a sparkler, a firecracker, a roman candle, the light up the sky woman. Forward, upward, onward. I'm praying for you, thinking of you, hoping for you. The sun is shining, the sky is blue, every day is a blessing. Best wishes, David Gerken Dear Heide, Our family is holding you and your loved ones in our thoughts and prayers. Other than one trip this summer we are home so, please call upon us for anything at all. The pictures posted are beautiful! Blessings, Melissa Rideout & Family Dear Heide, I am a long time friend of your parents and a Devils Laker too, now living in Oakland. I too am a breast cancer survivor. There are so many of us! I am touched by the outpouring of love for you and your family. This support will get you through this next hurdle and keep your spirits high. I love the Kaiser TV ad, "I have cancer, it DOESN'T have me". Exercise if you can... believe it or not it made me feel stronger, cleared my head and gave me time alone to think. We are so fortunate to live in the Bay Area where we have access to the best medical care and minds in the world. Peace be with you. I know you are a fighter and you will survive! My prayers are with you and your family. Marlene Zuehlsdorff Hi Heide, I just heard the news. You are in my thoughts and prayers and sending you lots of love. Please let me know if there is anything else I can do for you and your family. I am not a great cook but I certainly am good at ordering food. You have the best positve disposition and if anyone can beat this you can!!! Sending you my best wishes to you, Ric, Genevieve, and Ava. Love, Sonja All the best to you, Heide. You are a beautiful woman with a beautiful family and many Our many thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!! Much Love, Jon and Michelle, Elijah and Noah Heide - You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am John Bandaian's sister, and Adrienne Cox's future sister-in-law. Hi Heide, I heard of you website from Shannon Nelson and am very sorry for what you have already and are now going through again! It is not fair, but it sounds like you are going at this strong and that will help you. It is important to have a good attitude. You have a beautiful family and lots of support. You are all in my prayers and the prayers of many in your hometown of DL!! Take care and God Bless you. Jody Auntie Heide,I wish we were in CA to see you and Ric and play with our cousins. I hope you get better soon. We love you, Will and Peter p.s. May the force be with you. I love you. Peter Thoughts and prayers to all of you. We love you. Vince, Will & Peter I just ran into Nick and Paige and was told of the news. My positive thoughts and loving prayers are with you Heide. May the strength from within you, god and your family and friends pull you thru this. You can do this again. You will be in my daily prayers. Love, Lolo Heide, We send you our love and prayers. Jolynn and John We are at Devils Lake, enjoying family and friends, but you are in our thoughts and prayers daily. We thank God for our own Blessings and ask that He take your hand and walk with you through this ordeal. Marilynn Hannesson CAROL TOLD ME LANCE ARMSTRONG HAD CANCER EVERYWHERE, TO HIS BRAIN, ETC. LOOK HOW WELL HE'S DOING NOW!!!!! LOVE YOU. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always! Stay strong and if we can do anything please let us know! Lots of love, Jill and David Miller Heide- We have never met, but I received your news through a mass email from Amy. I am a breast cancer SURVIVOR like yourself! I wanted you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I understand the flood of emotions you are going through right now, but remember that your inner strength and determination will help you in your fight! This fight WILL BE WON! There is a magnet that I always keep on my fridge to encourage me on those days that are a littler harder than the rest and it says....NEVER, NEVER EVER GIVE UP! That is what got me through my journey and the love and support of my friends and family. It sounds as though you have a strong support system and a positive attitude. Those things and God's love and guidance are the tools needed to BEAT THE BEAST! If our family can help you in anyway, please let us know. I am available to talk at anytime if you would like to. I found great comfort in talking to those who truly went through it and could understand how I really felt. YOU WILL BEAT THIS! Remember to NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP! Leigh Dimpflmaier I'm praying for healing, strength and grace for you and your family. Thankful for the wonderful teacher your were to Sally. You've planted so many seeds! Carolyn Curran Heide - you are in our constant thoughts and prayers! You are such a strong survivor with a wonderful spirit!! Let us know if we can help with the girls or in any way! Love being sent...The Lore Family Heide, You are such a positive person. Keep smiling, enjoy your family and keep up the fight. We are all in there with you. XOXO, Liz Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are dedicated to fighting this disease through our work with the American Cancer Society's Grand View League and Relay for Life. Little by little our goal is to ensure that our grandchildren will not be touched by this aweful disease. I am thinking about you and your family each day! You will get through this and beat it! Lisa Nanez Hi, its been a long time? Talked to charla, got the news. My thoughts are with you guys. Thanks for the pic. You two will never forget about that, will you? I got a big laugh from it. I was with Butch this last weekend and we talked about it. I think I was the only guy in that trailer that didn't take her to the rugs. Anyways, take care, as best as you can. I'll be saying a little prayer for you guys. Write me back if you get a chance, would love to chat more. buzz Don't believe we have ever met, however, my dear daughter in law, Chris Sullivan, sent me an email requesting prayers for your health. I can certainly do that!!! From your picture I can see what a beautiful woman you are, and a great Mom! May our dear LOrd hold you in the palm of His hand and bring you healing of body and spirit. Sincerely, Georgene Beazley (Jon Sullivan's Mom) Joe & Linda Fuchs, (John & Adrienne (Cox)Bandaians' cousins back east)-you don't know us, but our prayers are with you. This is not supposed to happen!! My thoughts and prayers are with you daily. If I can do anything to help, just ask. I would be glad to have the little girls. You are so positive and upbeat. I know that will help you through this whole time. Keep your radiant smile in place. You are loved by many. Karen Kath Me & my sister love seeing you at the salon.You are the kind of woman and mother I aspire to be. When ever I run into you by yourself or with your girls,your eye's and smile seriously light up a room.You have a beautiful family ,your girls are so lucky. If you need any service at the salon even just a shampoo/blow/style we would be sooooo overjoyed to do it for you on us.Your in our prayers.. love,Shaleen & Rene I met you the day after school got out at the JCC. I had my daughter, Sofia, with me at the time. It was nice to have met you and if there is anything I can do to help, please let me know. I know Sofia (5 1/2) wold love to have some play dates with your girls. We are thinking about you and your family. Think positive thoughts, you are a beautiful, strong, positive person. Smiles and hugs, Lisa I am sending positive thoughts and prayers your way each and every day. You are surrounded by family and friends who love and care for you. Stay strong. I'm thinking only positive thoughts of you, Heide. Keep up your strength, courage, vitality and spirit. A big hug to you . . . Fae Gisler I know you've been overwhelmed with phone calls and visitors, but I wanted you to know I'm thinking of you and praying for you nonstop. You can SOOOO do this!!! I'll let things settle down a bit and I'll call you again later in the week. Big Hugs of Love!!! Bexon You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, "I lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along." ...You must do the thing you think you cannot do. - Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) You are in our thoughts constantly. We love you all, Nick, Paige and Luke Goddard Heidi, my thoughts and prayers are with you. You did it once, you can do it again (and be back at Blossom Hill School before you realize it)!!!! I will be walking for you in SF on July 12 and 13. Fran Our Beloved Heide! You are daughter, sister, friend, and family member. The joy you've given to so many others is coming back to you now a thousand fold for strength, courage, and perseverence to beat this into submission and come out healthy once again. We reach our arms out to you with love to embrace you and Ric and Genevieve and Ava. We anxiously await for our time to come to you. Our prayers extend through many groups for the miracle of healing. "I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you, and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11. Love, Monica, Denny, Jordan Hi Heide! I've just recieved your web page from Allan and Aleta. I've already been on my knees praying for you. I will pass this on to every prayer warrior I can possibly think of. Please know we will pray continuously for you, your husband, your girls, and your family. Love, Pam Jacksen (Vetsch). Dearest Heide, Loved getting to know you at LVM lunch time. You are special and you are a strong cookie! I will keep a good and hopeful thought for you. Love Judy Heide, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy Ziegler Hang in there Heide, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Leslie Hench |
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Continued All my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. You are such a positive person and are so strong. I know that you are going to get through this. Let us know if there is anything that Rene or I could do. Love, Nicole Svendsen (Rene Chadsey's assistant Heide...You are going to kick this cancer in the butt!!! Don't be angry or frustrated with your condition. Think very little of the C word. Instead, focus on your body's amazing ability to cleanse and keep you healthy. Visualize a healthy you. There is no doubt in our minds. We are a team and together we are going to make this happen for you. I'm making some calls, saying prayers and continuing my visualizations....We've got big plans for you, lady!!! You go girl!!! We love you All our thoughts are with you. Your positive attitude and energy will help you to a speedy healing and recovery. We are all here to help anyway we can. Willing to help in any way. We're all here for you and your lovely family.. All our love and prayers Heide...We have met once I think. I am one of Anne's friends. She has always talked about you with such admiration and love that I feel like I already know you. I am so sorry this dark cloud has once again returned...but even rainbows need rain right? You are an inspirational to us all...keep fighting!!! I wish I could be there to help out with the girls and anything else that might bring you some comfort...but I am in England for the time being. So please accept all I can give at the moment: A hug in a cheque! :) x You are such a shining star. I know you will take on this latest challenge with every bit of the awesome and positive attitude you possess. My prayers and thoughts are for you and your family. We will help where needed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you Heide, and with Ric,the girls, and all of your family. Stay positive and know that so many who love you are willing you well once again. Heidi-we are thinking of you daily and sending positive energy your way. You will have a lot of support to help you overcome this set-back, and we are there for you and your family to help in anyway possible. Remember the 3 F's (Faith, Family, and Friends). It is in them as well as your courageous soul that you will find the inner-strength to guide you through this difficult time. We have heard the news and are so surprised! Needless to say, we know that you Heide have so much spirit and life within you to stay strong! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if there is anything we can do! We have and will continue to send our positive thoughts and keep you and your family in our prayers. Even though I just met you at Jordan's graduation with Todd's family, I wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our prayers as well. Our home is open if you and your family need some time away. It is a perfect place for the relaxation that you are probably in need of. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help. It was such a pleasure to meet you and I hope we get to see each other again soon. Stay strong and keep smiling your beautiful smile. Heide, we love you and are here to support you and your family. Whatever we can do to help. My name is Ellie and I live in Fort Myers, Florida. I am a friend of Monica's sister, Peggy! I just wanted you to know that all of you are in my prayers. God bless Ric for his wonderful sense of humor, as I could see in his description of the waiting room, etc! It sounds like you all have a great attitude, and that's half the battle. Again, I will be praying for you! We don't know each other very well but I had to reach out when Ronnie Cohen sent me your web site. Stay strong and know that there are people who are sending positive energy and prayers your way that you probably didn't even know about. Heide, We were so sad to hear that you are going to have to go through this again, but we also know that you are very strong and you CAN beat this! All our thoughts and prayers are with you and Ric and the girls. Will give you a call soon..Our Love, Your positive attitude and your faith will pull you through this tough time . Your joyous smile is what we all love and look forward to seeing all the time ! Thoughts and prayers are with you ! So sorry to hear of your latest news. My prayers will be with you. But I know you can once again lick the Beast!!! Prayer is a powerful thing. I feel that's what helped me in 2004 fight the big C. My friends had many prayer chains going, of course with the help of the doctors. Must give them credit too! Eat healthy, take vitamins and think positive thoughts. You will overcome once again! Stay strong. We just heard about this new development with the arrival of an email with a link to this website. We are shocked! We love you and your family very much. You are going to pull through this. You are young and strong and have so much to live for. If there is anything that we can do please let us know. Really! I am so sorry to hear that you are going to have to go through all of this again. Keep your chin up and know that we are thinking and praying for you and your family. Please accept the use of my frequent flyer miles - call me with who to donate them to (friends or family from out of town? You to travel to an out of town medical expert? Getaway or retreat?) and I'll sign them over. All my thoughts and prayers are with you!! Heidi....I pray for healing energy for you on this difficult journey....we are thinking about you! Sherri Nelson (NDSD) We love you so very much, We are sending you a constant stream of prayers amid our loving thoughts of you, Ric, Genevieve and Ava! We want you to know that we are thinking of you and we are hoping for the speediest of recovery for you. Our prayers are with you and your family and we will keep checking on your progress. I spoke to your Mom yesterday and she told me they are making plans to come out soon. Have faith, I am so sorry to hear this. You all are in my thoughts and prayers, I know you are strong, young, and can beat this!!! I work out of my home now and when I am not traveling (which is a lot-50% of the time) I am home and would love to help with anything! In my thoughts and prayers. There are no words to tell you how much you are loved and supported by everyone at Daves. You are in our thoughts, prayers, and hearts. Ev sends his hopes you are able to be stubborn ( He says he knows first hand you can be stubborn) and strong and that you are well again so he can see you back on your feet running to catch him on a trail. My prayers and positive thoughts are with you and your family. All my love You are on my mind and in my heart. I am happy to be able to send money from my "economic stimulus" to help ease things for you and your family.We, and so many others, are sending love and positivity your way! If anyone can beat this, we know you can. So many people love and care about you and you have such a wonderful energy about you. Just know we are pulling for you and you are in our thoughts. If we can do anything, we will help in any way. You are a light in my life and in the lives of those around you. I will concentrate on the healing light and send my positive thoughts and prayers your way. Hello Heide! I'm visualizing you healthy, happy, and full of life! You are in my thoughts and prayers and I would like to help you in ANY way I can. I'm straight down the 101 about 2.5hrs. I know it's been a few years, but I've always thought of you as family. I have a very flexible schedule. Please let me help you in any way I know you are strongand positive...you will win this battle and you have sooo much love and support to help. Hi, We love you so much. We're with you all the way, and love you to pieces. We love you guys and we are happy to help in anyway we possibly can. Kirsten and John Dryden Please know that I am sending all my hopes and prayers to you and your family, for your courage and strength to face this challenge. Someday, when we're old and grey (well I won't be grey but that's a personal choice), at we meet again at our 50th reunion, we will look back at the trials and challenges we've faced and conquered in our lives and have a toast (prune juice of course). You will be in thoughts and prayers everyday. Mary Heidi, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if there is anything, no matter how large or small, we can do for you. Pat and Linda Streb We are all here for you Heide as you take on this next challenge. You remember to keep that beautiful smile on your face for the world to see!....our prayers, thoughts and our love are with you, the girls and Ric. Mike and Barbara We love you sweetheart! Our thoughts and our prayers are with you always. Let me know what I can do to help. I can babysit, cook, clean do laundry, drive you to appointments etc. Will be away from July 22nd- August 7th. Please don't hesitate to call Keeping you all in my prayers Love, Silvia and Family You are a wonderful and positive person and your upbeat attitude and faith will be an essential part on your road to recovery. Stephanie sent me your link so we will be praying for you in Illinois. You have such a great group of supporters that will help you now each step of the way. We will also be praying for Ric, Ava, and Genevieve. My heart and prayers also goes out to your mom and other family members. My name is Debbie Holmgren and I arrived at your wonderful website by way of a longtime friend, Sherry Register. I am in awe of your strength and positive attitude...and am so very heartflet sorry to hear that your cancer has returned. Two weeks from today I'll begin walking 39 miles in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer...and as I put one foot in front of the other, mile after mile...I'll hold positive thoughts for you. I am the mom a 2 year old and cannot begin to imagine what you must be feeling and enduring right now. Please reach out if there's anything I can do to help you and your family. All the very best you! If we can do anything to help out please let us know. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We send our love... L&G Keeping you in prayer many moments through the day and thinking positive, loving, healing thoughts for you and your family. You are an inspiration. I will bring dinner and help in anyway I can. I also have MANY unused AA frequent flier miles I would love to donate to your family. Love Jen We think of you often and will be here for you and your family in anyway we can. We know how much fight you have in you and we believe you can beat this. You have a wonderful group of very loving friends! Marc & Sherry Carroll We will be thinking positive thoughts and praying for you and your family. Best, Catherine, Trevor & Jonathan Briggs My thoughts and prayers are with you... Cathy Hey girl..You have a very positive spirit, and that's what it takes to beat this. Laugh as much as possible (think of how hard we laughed at Sex and the City, they always cheer me up!) If you need ANYTHING at all, I'm down the street. I'm thinking of you all of the time, and I'm well wishing girl...You can do this! xoxo kimber I think of you every day and breathe prayers for courage and strength for you to proceed with treatment. You are on our Prayer Chain at church and remember how many people love you and will be pulling for you to get through another siege. Miracles are possible and you will be the one to make it happen! Positive thinking even on darkest days help us get through them....love from Dolores S. Hi Heide, Do you remember meeting us? We are friends of Monica and Denny. You were at our home once and we just meet again at Jordon's grad. party. We are so sorry to hear your latest news. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Connie and Charlie Shields To our Favorite Flamenco, Karaoke, Hula, Pole-Dancing Hot Babe. You are such a great friend, mommy and wife! You inspire all of us Bennettes every day. We hope we can return all the love, support and positive vibes that you surround everyone with. We love you so much and will do whatever possible to get you through this! Love, Coby, Jim, Reilley, Carston and Crooner We love you. Andrew and Sara Rutten Heide,Ric,Gen&Ava, thinking and praying for you. I wish I could be there right now and give you a big big HUG. Heide, you are such a strong woman who has the most positive outlook. we love you, Andrew, Sara, Ellie, John and Tommy We love you guys and are sending all our positive mojo and good vibes to you. Together with the Ennekings we will head the North Carolina "GO HEIDI!" campaign. Your strength, determined spirits and the love of your family and friends will get you through this. Love, Jeannie, Tim & Bennett Heide, we are all praying for you. Thank for for being such an awesome teacher to my boys and for always having a smile. Fight hard!!! The Bohn Family Always know you have a tremendous amount of family and friends who love you and will be there for you whenever you need to call on any of us. We would love to have the girls come over and play. Although our kids dont know each other very well,with a couple of visits I am sure it would turn into fun-filled friendships. Have Faith and Trust in God (What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. Psalm 56:3)and dont burden yourself with worry...Give it ALL to Him (Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 1 Peter 5:7) Much Love and Support, the Matesso Family. Heidi - you just a dear, dear spirit. You are utterly deserving of every bit of Love that comes to you. Drink it all in, let it bubble up inside and completely enfold you. Know that you are being held lovingly by the hearts and souls of those who know you well or who have only met you breifly. A genuine heart and soul like yours draws out the best in all of us. Thank you. You, Heidi, are what the best there is ... is for. |
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