December 16, 2008
Thanksgiving
We don't actually celebrate Thanksgiving here in Australia. But it doesn't matter, that's not really what I'm talking about. Right now, I'm thankful.
We got some awesome news last week. And I keep forgetting to tell everybody. I think it hasn't really sunk in yet. Last week, David saw his haematologist for his half yearly appointment. (For those of you who are not aware, in January 2002, David was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma, stage 4B, which is about as far along as it gets. He underwent 6 months or so of chemotherapy, and went into remission)
Well, last week he got the all clear. The good "C" word. Cured. Never has to see the haematologist again. Nice knowing you, see ya!
And so I'm thankful. Dr Rosenfeld just gave me the most awesome Christmas present I could ask for. But like I said, it's not sinking in. We were hoping for this verdict last Christmas, and I was pretty crushed when we didn't get it. Now that we have it, it doesn't feel real.
The good news just keeps coming around here, doesn't it?
I'm also thankful to Meadow for being my Knitpicks mule. See what arrived here yesterday?
That would be two Autumn Rose kits, one each for Ailsa and myself. I'm not quite sure when we're going to cast on, but just in case, Tangled Yoke is flying towards the finish line.
I am seriously in love with that cable!
Posted by Donna at December 16, 2008 07:18 PMComments
christmas presents just don't get much better than that news :)
and that cable is beautiful, you're right!
Posted by: Kylie at December 16, 2008 09:09 PMFantastic news!!!!
I'm jealous that you've got a Knit Picks mule ;)
Posted by: blueadt at December 16, 2008 09:45 PMThat's wonderful news!!!I know how stressful the waiting can be and to have the all clear!! That's fantastic: definitely something to be very thankful for!!
Posted by: 2paw at December 16, 2008 10:36 PMThat's the best news you could get for Christmas! Love the cable, you got through all that stockinette really quickly :) My tangled yoke cardi is awaiting buttons and a good blocking.. I'm too lazy when it comes to finishing!
Posted by: neek at December 16, 2008 11:20 PMReally good news!
I'm happy for you all.
Congratulations! I'm so happy for all of you!
Posted by: Cathy at December 17, 2008 12:21 AMDonna, that's WONDERFUL news! Happy happy happy and hugs to you and David and the whole family!!
Posted by: CraftyGryphon at December 17, 2008 12:26 AMDonna, I'm very happy for David and his girls. Can't wait to see what you'll make next. Take care :)
Posted by: Amy at December 17, 2008 12:35 AMThat's great news! Hooray!
Posted by: Restless Knitter at December 17, 2008 02:28 AMSo happy to hear about your husband! That is wonderful news!
Posted by: Melissa at December 17, 2008 04:22 AMWhat awesome news about David! Your health is definitely something to be thankful about.
Posted by: Evelyn at December 17, 2008 05:34 AMI'm so glad about your good news!!! Hope you and your family have a lovely Christmas.
And that Tangled yoke is looking great :-)
so glad to hear your good news, and what a great time to get it! and oh my look at all that knit picks. cant wait to see what you come up with!
Great news for David and the rest of the family!
mmmm nice colours.
Posted by: Janette at December 17, 2008 07:33 AMGreat news about David, what a relief!!
Tangled Yoke looks nice. Might give it a go but will wait to see it on you in person. The cable might be a bit out of my league.
Posted by: Sheridan at December 17, 2008 07:50 AMCongratulations David. I know all about waiting for the 5 year clear as I had to wait when I had my skin cancer removed and it does play on your mind for quite some time. I love the knitpick kits you bought, the yarns look beautiful. The Tangled Yoke is looking beautiful too, the yarn looks gorgeous.
Posted by: sue at December 17, 2008 08:05 AMSo happy for the good news!!! Definitely time to celebrate!! And OMG!! Look at all those yarns!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Droolzz...
The Tangled Yoke is looking fantastic too!! Can't wait to see the FO!!
Posted by: Michelle at December 17, 2008 09:35 AMGreat news & I do agree that it's the best Christmas present for you & David. That's a lot of gorgeous yarn !
Posted by: Ann at December 17, 2008 09:39 AMThat is such great news. Now have a great christmas and enjoy the bright future.
Posted by: Anne at December 17, 2008 10:44 AMThat is such great news!
Posted by: Suzanne at December 17, 2008 11:05 AMThat is the best news!! We have a nephew just diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, stage 4, but that's all I know. Aside from the fact that he has gone through the chemo, and they are talking about radiation now. But, reading this, I am very hopeful for him. Merry Christmas! :)
Posted by: Tammy at December 17, 2008 11:47 AMHow wonderful - what great news!!!
What a way to have a happy christmas!
Love the tangled yoke - and am so envious of Emily - ofh to be that young again! Yay for her brush with fame!
Posted by: Tinkingbell at December 17, 2008 02:40 PMThat is fantastic news!
Posted by: Wanda at December 17, 2008 04:17 PMFantastic news!! What a perfect Christmas present.
Posted by: Carol at December 17, 2008 04:41 PMDonna,very wonderful news for David!, and you and Em too. Love that sweater. A little late, but I'm glad had Em had such a great week in her life that she'll always remember. Merry Christmas.
Posted by: Kendra L at December 17, 2008 05:37 PMVery large whoopee on your great news. Anybody that beats a horrible disease is super. I only wish my Bear had been one of them. Give your guy and extra big hug & kiss.
Posted by: swanknitter at December 17, 2008 07:43 PMThat's really good news about your hubby! Really happy for all of you =) Cheers!
Posted by: Mira at December 18, 2008 05:43 AMHurray! That is wonderful news! I am so happy for all of you.
Posted by: Karen at December 18, 2008 06:54 AMThat's wonderful news, Donna!
Very best wishes for Christmas and the New Year!
PS Will there be a Wollongong SnB on 28 December?
Best wishes
Posted by: Dawn at December 18, 2008 11:16 AMHey Donna, That's great news. I'm so pleased for you both :)
Posted by: Kylie at December 18, 2008 04:08 PMThat is the best Christmas news I've ever heard of anyone getting (Christ child obviously not included). Congratulations to David, and hugs all round!
Posted by: Andrea at December 18, 2008 08:00 PMGreat news - congrats! Love the yarn, and the sweater is gorgeous!
Posted by: Jeanne at December 20, 2008 12:49 PMGreat news - congrats! Love the yarn, and the sweater is gorgeous!
Posted by: Jeanne at December 20, 2008 12:50 PMWonderful news. So happy for you. Pretty blue for Tangled Yoke. The cable is amazing isn't it. It kicked my butt somewhat because typically I tried to do it when tired and preoccupied with something else. But it is so worth the effort. I loved it too. Can't wait to see your finished cardi!
Posted by: Terri at December 20, 2008 05:11 PMAbsolutely wonderful news for you and David and Emily, a great Christmas present for you all.
I can't wait to see the Autumn Rose yarns, they look so beautiful! (I'm back, as you can see, with terrible jetlag.)
You made incredibly short work on that tangled yoke - and it looks gorgeous too.
Posted by: Ailsa at December 21, 2008 12:36 AMThat has to be the best news ever. The waiting and not knowing is so hard on our systems. Love your knit pIks yarn p0rn. I just love getting yarn from them. That is a very interesting cable.
Posted by: KSee at December 24, 2008 09:30 PMGood news - what a great Christmas present!
Tangled Yoke looks great too!
Posted by: Lynne at December 30, 2008 11:30 PM
That is such fantastic news! I'm so happy for you all!
Posted by: Michelle at December 16, 2008 08:02 PM