And so our journey begins.
What a whirlwind it's been since that Monday we found out that Danielle has a gliomas tumor on her brain stem. It's funny how something so small can change your life so greatly, in an instant.
Since that Monday, she's seen multiple doctors, driving all over the state and even Texas, hearing vastly different, but also agreeing diagnoses. But it'll be St. Jude's Hospital in Memphis where Danielle will heal. And that's where she's bound tomorrow afternoon.
We've already received so much love and support here at home and from around the country, as prayer chains are being spread and family and friends are keeping Danielle in their daily thoughts and prayers. Danielle's family has begun a weekly rosary and her classmates threw her a big, warm going-away party and will continue to pray for her. We want to say thank you to everyone, and keep it up!How something so harmful can grow in such a witty, loving, charming girl is a great mystery to us all. The reality we deal with is it's here. But so are we. Her parents, her family, her friends and classmates, her teachers and St. Jude.
Small things can change your life. And that's what Danielle did to us when she arrived 8 years ago. Her life will change in the coming weeks, as well. Being in a new place, new people, new doctors, treatments that will bring on temporary sickness. There will be ups and downs.
We welcome you to walk this road to recovery with Danielle every step of the way, and continue to pray for her speedy healing. With her spunk, we know she'll show that tumor who's boss. Yes sir, we believe its met its match.
Stayed tuned to "the boss danielle" blog for future posts! We wish Danielle and her parents safe travels as they leave on a jet plane to Memphis tomorrow.
Danielle, we can't wait to have you back!
Danielle's Fans
Hey Danielle, It's your Nannie Hailey. Words can not describe how much I miss you. I just wanted to tell you that I can not wait until I see you tomorow in Memphis. I am bringing you smiles, support, and many gifts from me and Tony. Always remember that you are my spunky, beautiful, smart, little godchild. I love you very much. We will get through this.
ReplyDeleteTony says he loves you. He will come and visit you while you are at St. Judes. Probably next weekend.
ReplyDeletehey there ms. boss!
ReplyDeletewell, you are famous!
you are on the internet looking mighty pretty!
gaven and little finn, and collin and i
want you to know that we
looooooooooove you to pieces!
we are thinking about you all the time,
and saying our prayers for you
and your mom and dad
every single night.
did you know that you have your
own special medicine inside you?
it's pretty cool and pretty easy...
all you have to do is:
KNOW
IN YOUR HEART
AND BELIEVE WITH
ALL OF YOUR HEART
THAT YOUR BODY WANTS TO HEAL ITSELF...
picture that measly little tumor
just melting away...
and we will too!
we miss you already and
can't wait to hear
all about your jet plane ride!
(the boys will be soooo jealous-
they want to fly so badly)
take care
and we love you dearly.
love,
rozalyn
collin
gaven
finn
and leonce!
What a great idea this is so that we can stay
ReplyDeletein touch while you are at St. Jude's. We will
all certainly keep watch and pray every day for you and Mom and Dad. You will be a joy to
all who meet you!!!
love, Aunt Mel and Uncle David
Hi Danielle;
ReplyDeleteMr. Ted and I are friends of your family. Aunt Mel has been keeping me updated and we just wanted you to know that we will pray for you and your family. Hope you have a speedy recovery.
Pat and Ted Broussard
Hey Girly,
ReplyDeleteMy head has been pounding ever since we skipped together in the yard...ouch. I hope you are enjoying your flight over the clouds. I'm going to miss my little helper and I'll think of you and your parents everyday! Have fun on your adventure and meet a lot of friends. Maybe you'll meet some HSM3 fans up there; me, you and Reagan are going to have a slumber party when you get back! Get better quick! We all miss you already.
Love you!!!
Cherie
Hey boss lady!
ReplyDeleteI was so happy to finally meet you this morning. I wanna know all about the clouds you see as you fly to the place that will become so special to your and your family. I will be waiting anxiously for news of how it's going and praying for you every chance I get. You are so smart and fun and funny and you will bring smiles to the faces of all those you meet. Keep that beautiful smile of yours shining, girl!
Tracy
Danielle,
ReplyDeleteHey Little Diva! We want you to know how very proud we are of you - I have been told that you are kicking boutte and taking names (just like your Mom no doubt!).
Everyone is praying for you to come home very soon.
We love you Chickie!
---Tony, Mark, and Stevie Ridge
Hi Danielle!!! This is Brandi from Texas..Aunt Susan's daughter....i just wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers....I have a few friends over there who are country singers....maybe when you feel up to it i can send one over your way!!! Stay Strong....:)
ReplyDeleteHey Girlfriend,
ReplyDeleteI heard it got a little scary on the plane for a minute. Must have been a good pilot because he still got you there safely.
Well are all the people at the hospital as nice as Ms. Tracy said they were.
I wish I could be there with you but I have to hold down the fort while your Daddy is with you. But I'm with you in spirit. Love You,
Aunt Susan
Hey baby cakes! it is aunt hollie! I am just checking to see if you are keeping all of those Dr.'s and nurses on their toes!!!! Cody,Beau and Ricky said hello and that they are praying for you. We sure do miss you a lot and you have only been gone 1 day. well I beter go.....I LOVE YOU sweet pea!!!!!! stay strong . Tell mom and dad hello and that I love them too!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Danielle,
ReplyDeleteI am a friend of Aunt Susan's. I love the name you picked, "The Boss". My dad's nickname was "Boss." He got it when he was a little boy. He declared he was the boss and whatever his obstacle was, he showed all who were around at the time just who the boss was. He kept that nickname all of his life. He lived to be an old man.
I have been told that you are a very strong little girl. I want you to show that bad boy who the BOSS is. I hope that I can meet you when you come home. Stay strong!!!!
Ms. Dee from Lydia
Good morning sweetie pie!!!!!!! How are you today?I hear that everyone is very nice over there. I sure do hope that you have a good day today. It is cold over here but the sun is shining.I figure that it is God letting us know that he is listening to our prayers. How is your mom and dad? Tell them that I said hello and that I love them. I better be going. keep that big bright smile lighting up the place (it will be like a night light for everyone else). Remember we are all praying for you tell your Nannie I said hi also. I LOVE YOU!!!!!! Aunt Hollie! Talk to you tonight before you go to sleep.
ReplyDeletehi there danielle its aunt fuzzy. hope everyone is doing ok . i'm sure you are going to meet lots of new freinds, there. and have lots of laughs.
ReplyDeletethat will make your stay at saint judes enjoyable.
uncle roland and i will come and see you one weekend. maybe we'll go see elvis with you while we are there or-r-r-r- go eat mexican food. mmmmmm
well boss gota go , but you hang in there , we love you very much and are praying for you and mom and dad.
aunt fuzzy
02/20/2009
Hey Sweetie, It's Paran Travis, Aunt Karen, and TJ. We just want you to know how much we love you and that were praying for you all day, everyday! We know that your a strong girl and will be back soon running around with everyone. The people there are awesome and you will leave that place with many new friends!!! Well keep smiling that precious smile and we will talk to you soon!! Love and Miss U!!!!!!!!!!!!! Toodles for now!!!
ReplyDeleteHiya, Boss! This is your cousin Buggy from DC. Your Great Aunt Toot just gave me this web site address. She and your other Texas cousin Richard say "Hi!", too! You are in EVERYONE'S prayers. We all know you run the house, so make sure your parents behave themselves while at St. Jude's. Keep them out of trouble so you can all go home soon. Thinking of you.....Hugs.....
ReplyDeleteHey pretty girl, Nannie is driving back to see you in the morning. I am bring strawberries and marsmellows so we can cover them in chocolate. I know they are your favorite. Hope you had a fun weekend visiting Elvis's house, and the Peabody. See you tomorow. I love you. Keep your head up and keep smiling. All the doctors and nurses at St. Judes are wonderful. They are going to take great care of you.
ReplyDeletehey danielle,
ReplyDeleteNannie hailey says she had such a good visit with you at st jude's. Thanks for letting nannie hailey come and see me for the weekend. I will see you soon. Nannie hailey and I picked up all kinds of goodies for you today. I hope you enjoy what we got for you.
Love,
Tony
Love you
ReplyDeleteHey Danielle! This is Ms.Mary Kay and Grace. How are you feeling? I hope you are making lots of friends in Memphis, and we can't wait to see you back home and have you over to play. We will be praying for you.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Mrs. Mary Kay, Grace, and Halee
Hi Danielle! This is Katelyn, Kristen and Matt's cousin. I used to live a street over from you and your family and went to school with your big sister Lauren! I hope you are doing well at St. Jude's and making lots of great friends.. I hear that the doctors and nurses are very nice there. I'm praying for you, and I asked all of my friends to do the same.. you have a lot of prayers being sent for you:o) You are such a strong little girl.. keep your head up and don't lose that beautiful smile missy!
ReplyDeleteLove, Katelyn
hey Danielle this is Grace I have been praying for you.Keep on being a tough girl and tell that tumer that it can't stay in there forever and ever.And I have a joke for you.
ReplyDeleteQ:why is it dangerous to do math in the jungle?A:if you add 4 and 4 you get 8.
haha i hope you laughed.
love,grace
Dear Danielle, My name is Amy and we have never met but I am Kristen and Matt's cousin. I am praying for your speedy recovery as you take this journey with your family and your doctors and friends to become healthy and strong once again. My sisters and my parents (Kristen's Uncle Mike and Aunt Carol) and I all live in Maryland and we are ALL praying for you. You have love and prayers coming from all over the country girl! Good luck and God speed.
ReplyDeleteLove and Prayers,
Amy Sargent Cratty
hey sweetie pie!!!!! well i just wanted to let you know that i am praying really hard, i know that your surgery is tomorrow, Do not worry everything will be o.k. remember that I LOVE YOU!!!!!! keep the faith sweetheart. I will see u tomorrow. love you aunt hollie
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Danielle,
ReplyDeleteI hope your night went well. I read the good news. I knew that you would be ok. After all, you are the "Boss" and "Boss" rules.
I hope this week brings nothing but good news for you and your family. Take care and we are all praying for you!