Happy New Year

Team Cathy would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year. We thank you for continuing to keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

As the holidays approached Cathy was able to enjoy one of her favorite activities – baking. She and Carrigan made cookies for Carrigan’s teachers. She also baked many other items that were enjoyed by family and friends.

As we reflect back on 2011 it is hard to believe how much has changed. It has been a year since Cathy first discovered the lump in her neck that was to change her life so drastically. It is a tough anniversary but she and Kyle are thankful for many things - a successful surgery and stabilization of the cancer with mild improvement; Cathy’s parents have opened their house for them to live in; receiving treatment at one of the best cancer centers in the country after moving from Florida. In addition, they have been overwhelmed with all the good wishes, advice, support, prayers, and such from so many people from so many places.

As Team Cathy looks forward to 2012 we continue to be optimistic. Cathy will continue her treatment plan and would love to be cleared to work part-time by next fall. Kyle is anxiously awaiting the hiring season for teachers later this spring, hoping to get a full time job. But mostly, Cathy and Kyle are looking forward to continuing to spend time with friends and family and trying to keep up with Carrigan!