Need LOTS of prayers tomorrow!!!

Hey everyone!! First of all - my Fundraiser was a BIG success (Peter and Kim - you guys rock!!!!) I don't know how they pulled it off in such a short time but they had awesome auction gifts, great food, drinks, Bali-Hai room w/dowtown view (awesome!) and I think around 60-70 people that showed up! Kim told me today that she believes we raised around $8K!!!! CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT??!! This will definitely help with future medical costs, out of pocket expenses already paid, trips to Stanford, etc...!!! I am still in awe and couldn't believe it.......thanks to EVERYONE who was a part of it, was there in spirit, donated items, etc..... I have received some amazing things from family, friends, co-workers and people I have NEVER met and it really has touched my heart in more ways than you will ever know. I am completely humbled and grateful! Kim and Peter and to all those that helped them - THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!! XOXO

OK - I need LOTS of prayers for tomorrow. At 1:30, I am meeting with the neurosurgeon (contracted through Sharp) who originally told me that he would recommend Cyberknife and getting an opinion at Stanford. Soooooooo, since I cannot get a hold of him through his secretary and she doesn't quite understand 'my' urgency, I am going to see him! I REALLY do think he holds a big 'key' to my puzzle. Because if 'he' refers me for Cyberknife, it will be much stronger for my appeal (even if Sharp denies it). Because if it is denied, it just shows that 'my' primary recommended me going to Stanford, this doctor supports the treatment, etc...

If you ever are going to win an appeal, your doctors need to be on board with you (from what I have heard/learned). So PLEASE send good vibes, positive energy and prayers my way around that time!! Pray for the doctor, pray that I say the right things and 'stay calm' (ok - that is getting harder to do these days!) and that things go my way - yes , my way dang it!! I think it's time I hear some good news?? HUH??!!!!

I will also be working a little more on my appeal. STILL waiting for any literature from Stanford (again, the waiting is a killer). Note to self: "Must make phone calls to the same people again tomorrow!! They must really be loving "Rachelle from San Diego!!" :)

My hubby has survived his first 3 days on his ride! YEA!! There have been a few accidents so some extra prayers for him and his fellow riders!! Today, Team Slipstream Garmin had 4 riders riding along their route today (and then I think they had dinner with them this evening)....cool! :)

Today's Daily Affirmation:

"I have the strength and determination to get me to the place that I desire to be." - random 'strength affirmation'

And that place is STANFORD!! Here I come!! :)

HUGS TO EVERYONE!

Rachelle

PS - There are several of you that have emailed me - I will try and get back to you tomorrow (sorry, busy day!) :( I also need some comments posted on my blog! Send me your thoughts, prayers, wishes, etc.......it MAKES ME STRONG! :) Thanks!!