THE MOORE FAMILY

Family Update

2009-07-14T11:04:00.002-04:00

Sorry for the long overdue update. I am doing ok, still taken chemo every week. My care plan got missed up and I wasn't getting one of my chemo. I kept telling the nurses, but they said no. So the whole month of May I didn't get one of my chemo, so now I am playing catch up and it is kicking my butt. I am still trying to work part-time, and that is a job of it on. I am so tried when I get home I will fall asleep as soon as I get home. This go around of chemo is affecting my short term memory (Chemo Brain). My whole job is based on short term memory... and that is going really rough, thank goodness they are being really good and helping me out.

I will have my next PET Scan in late August and hopefully all traces of cancer will be gone. God is good...

They kids are loving summer, but is ready to go back to school. They are missing their friends. My computer is still down at home, and don't have much time at work to post, but I will try to have more update sooner.

GOD IS GOOD

2009-05-28T11:28:00.002-04:00

I got a very good report on Friday. The spot that was on the spine is"DEAD CANCER CELLS". This is God's Work and God's Work Only. When I found out in November that my cancer had spread, they told us that they couldn't treat the spot on the Spine, they could only keep it from spreading. Will today, the doctor told us that the spots were"DEAD CELLS". GOD'S WORK AT HAND.
The spots on the lung are a lot smaller, and there is NO inflammation or fluid in the lungs now. The PET scan is based on a 0 to 20 scale,20 meaning that they can look and tell it is cancer. In November, My PET Scan score was a 20, in Feb. my PET scan score was a 5, today my score was a 3.
The prayers are working along with the chemo. I am going to do another 3 months round of chemo and have another PET scan in 3 months.
So please keep the prayers coming, God is answering every prayer.Thanks for all of the prayers, support and love. It means the world to our family.

Family Update

2009-05-05T09:55:00.002-04:00

I know it has been a long time since I have posted. For the last few weeks I have been really under the weather. My doctor sent me to a ENT specialist, and I found out I had a bacteria infection in my sinuses. The doctor put me on antibiotic for 30 days. Last week I started feeling better and so far this week has been really good. I am still working part-time and doing chemo every Monday, and I will have my next PET scan May the 18th. So please keep the prayers coming, so hopefully all cancer is gone.

We had a really nice Easter and I was able to go to Church on Easter Sunday and we went to both Grandparents houses for lunch & supper. I was stuff by the time dinner was over.

This weekend May 2nd was the Race for the cure Walk. It was a wonderful day for a walk and to honor all the women in the world that has battled Breast Cancer. My goal was to walk at least 1 mile, but I keep on going and was able to walk the whole 3 miles. I wanted to show my kids that you never give up, and to get trying. I paid for it later, but it was worth it.

My computer at home has a bad virus and we are unable to post picture & update, so hopefully when it is up and running again I can post some pictures.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter and doing great.

Love All of You

10th Annual Komen NC Triad Race for the Cure

2009-04-03T10:58:00.003-04:00

Dear Friends and Family,
I recently accepted the challenge to Form a team for St. John's Lutheran Church & School. Please join me by joining our team or by making a donation to support Renee's team. One in seven women will be stricken with breast cancer in her lifetime and the more we raise, the more the Triad North Carolina Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure can give back to fund vital breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs in our own community and support the national search for a cure. Please click on the link below to join our team.

Click here to visit my personal page and pledge your support.

Please join me in the fight by pledging your support to our team by participation in the Race or contributing generously to the 2009 Komen NC Triad Race for the Cure® . Your tax-deductible contribution will fund innovative outreach and awareness programs for medically underserved communities in Triad North Carolina and national breast cancer research. It is faster and easier than ever to support this great cause - you can make a donation online by simply clicking on the link at the bottom of this message. If you would prefer, you can also send your tax-deductible contribution to the address listed below. Whatever you can give will help! I truly appreciate your support and will keep you posted on my progress.
Thank you so much for your time and support in the fight against breast cancer! Every step counts!

Sincerely,
Renee Moore

To sponsor my participation online, click here.

North Carolina Triad Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
1106 Burke St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

New Alphabet

2009-03-20T10:49:00.010-04:00

A is for apple, and B is for boat,

That used to be right, but now it won't float!

Age before beauty is what we once said,

But let's be a bit more realistic instead.

Now The New Alphabet

A's for arthritis;

B's the bad back,

C's the chest pains,

Perhaps car-d-iac?

D is for dental decay and decline,

E is for eyesight, can't read that top line!

F is for fissures and fluid retention,

G is for gas which I'd rather not mention.

H .. High blood pressure--I'd rather it be low;

I .. For incisions with scars you can show.

J is for joints, out of socket, won't mend,

K is for knees that crack when they bend.

L 's for libido, what happened to sex?

M is for memory, I forget what comes next.

N is neuralgia, in nerves way down low;

O is for osteo, bones that don't grow!

P for prescriptions, I have quite a few,

Just give me a pill and I'll be good as new!

Q is for queasy, is it fatal or flu?

R is for reflux, one meal turns to two.

S is for sleepless nights, counting my fears,

T is for Tinnitus; bells in my ears!

U is for urinary; troubles with flow;

V for vertigo, that's 'dizzy,' you know.

W for worry, NOW what's going 'round?

X is for X ray, and what might be found.

Y for another year I'm left here behind,

Z is for zest I still have-- in my mind.

I've survived all the symptoms, my body's deployed, and

I'm keeping twenty-six doctors fully employed!!!

Happy Patty's Day

2009-03-17T14:18:00.002-04:00

Congratulation Jesse

2009-03-09T12:17:00.004-04:00

Congratulation to my nephew for being accepted to Guilford College. I am so proud of you. You have grown into a Christian Man that has made your whole family proud of you. Keep living for the Lord and you will go a long way in Life.

Love Always,
Aunt Na-Na

St. John's Field Trip to Skateland

2009-03-06T17:00:00.009-05:00

The whole school went on a Field Trip to Skateland. Half of the kids didn't know how to skate, but they all had fun. Steve had to help hold up most of the kids in the 1st grade. Stephanie & Steven did really good for their first time.

Stephanie & Sarah
Steven
Kelsie

Belle
Cyndi & Sarah

Mrs Meisinger ( The kids Teacher)

Cyndi & Belle

St. John's Crazy Hair Day 2009

2009-03-05T18:23:00.003-05:00

Fun In the Snow

2009-03-03T20:52:00.005-05:00

March Snow Storm

2009-03-02T11:20:00.006-05:00

This morning we woke up with snow on the ground. My first day back to work, and I had to take a vacation day because of snow. The kids didn't want it to snow, because they wanted to wear their PJ's to school for "Lutheran School Week". The way it looks outside, I don't think they will get to go tomorrow.

Daddy Daughter Dance 2009

2009-02-28T22:00:00.003-05:00

I wanted to share the picture of Steve & Stephanie Daddy Daughter Dance. If you can remember last year Stephanie got the flu and didn't get to go, but boy this year she made up. Her and her daddy did the bunny hop, slow dance, and danced their last dance to "Butterfly Kisses". Steve said he was so glad it was dark, because he had tears in his eyes. I am so happy they had a good time. Stephanie also won one of the door prizes, she gets a free manicure.

Morgan's Birthday Party

2009-02-23T21:19:00.011-05:00

After Church yesterday the kids went to Lovell Cash Stable for Morgan's Birthday Party. The kids had a blast. Now Stephanie is wanting to take horse back riden lesson.

GOD IS GOOD

2009-02-19T19:40:00.002-05:00

GOD IS GOOD.... I went today to talk with the doctor about my test results. There were only one spot that lite up in the lung (a lot smaller then the last time) and they could not find the two spots on my spine. I went in knowing there was nothing they could do for the ones on the spine, but chemo for the rest of my life to keep it from spreading and now they can't even see where they were... Isn't God in control of things.... The doctor was very happy with the results and we are going to continue the chemo treatment for another 3 month and redo the scan in May. When we went to pick the kids up from School, Stephanie ran up to me and told me that she prayed really hard for me today. I told her that her prayers were answered and her mommy was getting better. She wrapped her arms around me and started crying. She keep telling me I am crying Happy Tears Mom.... God is so powerful. Just because I am getting better please don't stop praying for me, it is the prayers and Our faith in God that has got me were I am today, and I know without him WE will be know were. Thanks again for all the prayers and please keep them coming.

Love In Christ Always,
Renee

PS: I will get to go back to work part-time on March 2nd as long as my health stay on the good side.

Happy 20th Anniversary.

2009-02-11T20:35:00.002-05:00

I can't believe that 20 years ago, we took this picture. It has been the best 20 years. I love you so much Steve. You have been the best husband a girl could ask for. You are my best friend, and I love spending time with you and the kids. Today was a great day, even though we didn't want to go to Red Lobster, I think Stephanie made the right choice. I love that "we" as a family, spend this day together and every other day together. We are the four amigo's and I cant image us ever apart. People has ask us if we do everything together? What is a marriage or a family if we are not together. Thanks for being there for me during this last battle with Cancer, you have been my rock. God has blessed me so much and I am thankful that HE sent you and the kids to me. I love you and thanks for everything you do for me.

Out for a bike ride

2009-02-08T20:28:00.008-05:00

Today the weather was so nice, so Steve took the kids for a bike ride at Salem Lake. They rode 12 miles. Steven loves his bike that "Santa" got him for Christmas.

St John's 1st Grade Camp Out

2009-01-31T18:41:00.007-05:00

Left to Right

Top Row: Belle, Myranda, Amber, Sarah & Stephanie

Middle Row: Steven

Botton Row: Cole, Ian, Morgan, Noah & Ethen

Steven & Myranda

Steven & Noah (pretening to sleep)

Cole, Steven, & Noah (3 best friends enjoy their hotdogs)

Stephanie Reading

Stephanie & Sarah

Chemo & Doctor Appointment Update

2009-01-20T10:03:00.001-05:00

Yesterday I had a chemo treatment & I also saw my doctor. Chemo went really good, so far no nausea. The doctor was very happy with how my symptoms had improved. She is still worried about my cold and cough. They have put me on another antibiotics and sinus medicine. We have decrease my doses of steroids, so hopefully my lymphedema in my left arm will improve. We talked about the numbing in my fingers, and we have decrease the chemo 15 %, plus another medicine. All together I have three new prescription I will be taken. I will have a PET scan with a CAT scan included in three weeks. This will show if the spots inside my lungs has struck or gone, the x-ray I had two weeks ago showed two perfect lungs on the outside (only), so improvement has been made. Thank you GOD. Pet scan will also show the bone and what improve that has made.

Thank you for all the prayers, PLEASE KEEP THEM COMING.

God's Hope

2009-01-14T08:08:00.003-05:00

I know it has been awhile since I have updated everyone on me. Last week I was really tried. I think it was were I didn't get as much rest during the Christmas break and it all caught up with me. I took a lot of naps last week. I am doing really good as far as the nausea, but the joint pain, sore mouth and throat has been really bad this past two weeks. I am now starting to have some numbing in the fingers and toes, which this is all side effects from the chemo. My lymphedema in my arm has been giving me problems this past weekend and all week. My hand looks like a plastic balloon glove. I can handle all this as long as the chemo keeps working. The kids are doing really good, I think it did them good spending time with us during the Christmas break. I have lost all my hair now, but the kids did good with it this time, they even watched mom shave my head. Thanks again for all the support, love, and most of all the prayers. Please keep the prayers coming, through God all things are possible.

We took this on the phone the other day when a storm came through. Look at the HOPE God has brought us. (you cant see it really good, but this was a double rainbow)

Tanglewood’s Festival of Lights

2008-12-31T09:49:00.004-05:00

Saturday Night everyone meet at my house, we ate snacks and then we all went to Tanglewood's Festival of Lights. This was the kids first time every going. They had their heads hanging out the windows like dogs. They keep saying this is the best thing every. I think this is going to be a every year thing. Here is a few pictures we took. We all had a blast.

5th Chemo Treatment

2008-12-29T20:09:00.000-05:00

Today I went for my 5th chemo treatment. Everything went really good, my brother Russell went with us, so Steve could watch the kids. The doctor didn't like how I was coughing so she sent me for another chest xray. It scared us, but the result came back clear and there was no infection and the spot that was there on September the 16th was not there. So the chemo treatment is working. So please keep the prayers coming, they are working. The doctor put me on another antibiotic, she said that it is a bad cold and it is just going to take me longer to heal.

I hope everyone had a very nice Christmas, the kids had a blast and enjoyed all there toys from Santa. I want to thank everyone who played Santa for my kids. You made Christmas for them. God will bless each and everyone of you for your kindness.

Thanks for everyone who has sent food, cards, money, and most of all for all the prayers. The prayers are being answered, so please keep them coming.

Love In Christ,
Steve, Renee, Stephanie, and Steven Moore

Our Christmas Surprise!

2008-12-28T16:29:00.008-05:00

How can we get mad when one little girl see good in everything. Stephanie said at least "Mommy they used pretty colors" or "Mommy, God forgive's everyone".......

UPDATE: We put the Van in the shop yesterday. They said it shoul be done by Monday.

Christmas 2008

2008-12-27T21:43:00.006-05:00

Steven on his new "Trek Bike" with his Magic Hat.

Stephanie with "Biscut".

Russell with his Build A Bear from the kids.

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE MOORE FAMILY

2008-12-24T14:39:00.002-05:00

New Christmas Outfit

2008-12-17T21:17:00.003-05:00

The kids had their Christmas for school last night, they did such a good job on their parts. They have grown up so much this year, they are not babies no more. Thank you Almer for the new outfits.

Chemo Treatment

2008-12-02T19:20:00.002-05:00

Just a quick update on how the chemo treatments are going. My first chemo treatment was last Monday, and boy did it knock me down. I was so sick on Tuesday, that Steve had to help me walk, stand, and sit down. My bones hurt me so bad. I was also so sick, the only thing that will stay down is Sweet Tea and country ham. I started feeling better yesterday just in time for today's treatment. So far my second chemo treatment is doing really good. This go around they gave me some nausea medicine along with the chemo. All my counts are staying were they belong. My next treatment will be next Monday and I will have the chemo for the lungs and the bones.

I want to thank everyone for all the prayers, love, and support everyone has gave to me and my family. God is good and He is in control and he will heal my body of this cancer again. My kids and Hubby needs me for a long time.

Love In Christ,
Renee

Biopsy Report

2008-11-22T10:02:00.000-05:00

Hello Everyone,

I received my biopsy report on Wednesday, they were not what I wanted to hear. It is Cancer. I will start chemo on Monday and have them every week until the spot doesn't show up on a PET Scan. I will have the followen chemo Abraxane and Avastin. I will receive the Abraxane every Monday, Avastin I will get every two weeks, the avastin attacks the blood vessels so the tumor can't grow. I will also get Aredia for the bone. Aredia will put the calcium back into my bones.

The side effect is numb feet and hands, lose of hair, high blood pressure, sickness, and I have to be very careful that I don't cut myself, break anything or get a cold. It is going to be very hard to heal from anything.. That is why I had to go and get a tooth cut out yesterday before I start chemo. They told Steve that he might have to carry me to the bathroom or help me walk. I will have to have some one with me at all times. I am not going to let this happen, I am going to fight the side effect and live life as normal as I can for my kids. I have God on my side and He will take care of me.

My oncologist is very optimists and feel she can get me back into remission. I am very scared this time, but I know I have God on my side and He is in control and He will bring me through this again.

I haven't told the kids yet, I don't know how or what to say to them. Please pray that God will help us find the words to explain thing to them. It was the hardest thing I have every done was telling my mom and brothers.

If there is one thing that everyone can do for me please do this, there is a Church on every corner please go this Sunday and every Sunday from now on and ask God to come into your heart. Live your life for God.

Please continue the prayer that the chemo will work, pray for Steve, he is having a very hard time, pray for the words to help me explain thing to our kids. Pray also for my mom and all my brothers, sister-in-laws, niece and nephew, and most of all Stephanie & Steven.

Thanks again for everything

Love In Christ,
Renee

PS: If you are the special Angel that showed up at my door Tuesday night with the gift, I want to say Thank you and it was greatly appreciated, I was able to get my tooth removed. If it wasn't for the gift I wouldn't have been able to get the tooth out and they would have to put of chemo until I got the tooth out.

MRiI Report

2008-11-12T20:39:00.001-05:00

I received my MRI Report today, it wasn't what I wanted to hear. They found two Lumbar Mass. They are saying that the mass in my lower back could be cancer, bone fragments, or cyst. The Mass in the lungs could still be infection, fungus, or cancer. I will have a guided CAT Scan Biopsy on my lungs on Friday Morning the 14th and will find out the result Monday Morning at 8:00 am. All my doctors are still not sure what is going on and we all hold hope that it will not be cancer. I am asking all of you to please pray for me, my doctors, Steve, Mom, My brothers, and most of all my kids. We are all in need for of some powerful prayers.

Love In Christ,
Renee

Update on Me

2008-11-08T17:34:00.001-05:00

Dear Friends In Christ,

Yesterday I went to the lung specialist to get the result back from my PET Scan. The spots on my lungs has gotten worse, and the lymph nodes didn't light up. The doctor still doesn't know what is going on, he said it could still be cancer, Bactria infection or a fungus. We decided the best biopsy would be an open lung. I will go and meet with a surgeon next week to set up the surgery. He did put me on antibiotic hoping it will help me feel better. A spot also showed up on my spine in the lower back, I went Friday for an MRI to see what is going on, he said if it is inflammation it will show up, so let pray that is all that is going on in my back. Please continue to pray for me and also for Steve, my mom and brothers. We are trying our best to keep it from the kids until we can find out more. Thanks again for all the love, support, and most of all the prayers.

Love In Christ,
Renee

Happy 8th Birthday Stephanie

2008-11-04T16:47:00.006-05:00

Happy Birthday Stephanie. You are a sweet, loving, and caring girl. We are so proud of you. We love you so much.
Love Always,
Dad, Mom, and Steven

9 lbs. 3 1/2 oz.
1 yrs old

2 yrs old

3 yrs old

4 yrs old
5 yrs old
6 yrs old
7 yrs old
8 yrs old

Birthday Bashe 2008

2008-11-02T19:56:00.004-05:00

Halloween Hayride 2008

2008-11-01T12:45:00.008-04:00

Urgent Prayer Request

2008-10-28T21:20:00.000-04:00

Hello Everyone,

I need every ones Prayers. I went to have a CAT Scan done on Friday the 24th. I got my result back & went to the lung specialist today. They found several spots in my lungs (both). One is bigger then the others. Plus one of my lymph node are swollen. I will have a PET Scan Tuesday the 5th. The PET Scan will light up if it is Cancer, Bacteria Infection or a fungus. Depending on what the PET Scan shows I have two options on which type of Biopsy to have done. A Bronchoscopy which can take 6 to 8 weeks for the culture to grow. My other option will be a Open Lung Surgery Biopsy that will show what the spots are faster. The only down side to the open Lung Biopsy is a longer recovery in the hospital and out of the hospital. Depending on what the biopsy show is to what type of treatment I will have. No matter what the doctor told me I have a long fight ahead of me.

The reason for the CAT Scan, I have been fighting a cough and problem breathing since August and they have treated me for almost everything out there.

I will greatly appreciate all the prayers I can get. Please pass this to all your praying friends.....

Love In Christ,
Renee Moore

Happy 7th Birthday Steven

2008-10-24T22:41:00.011-04:00

Happy Birthday Steven. You have been a loving and sweet boy. There is never a dull moment when you are around. We love you so much. May God continue to bless you always.

Love Always,
Daddy, Mommy & Stephanie

11 lbs 3oz. (10-24-2001)

1 years old

2 years old

3 years old

4 years old

5 years old

6 years old

7 years old

Fall Break 2008

2008-10-15T20:10:00.005-04:00

The kids are out on Fall Break and Steve took the kids to the Park and for lunch the went to Salem Lake.

Saturday at Maw's-Maw's House

2008-10-12T16:26:00.012-04:00

I had to work yesterday, so Steve and the kids spent the day at my moms house. They cut trees down, played golf, ate watermelon, and played kick ball. I think they had more fun since I wasn't there.... (ha ha)

Showing off their Halloween Costume.

Stephanie gets really relaxed to eat her watermelon.

Steven thought he was something, using a real ax.

The next Tiger Woods.

2008 Halloween Costume

2008-10-10T20:47:00.003-04:00

Sweetheart Bat
Skeleton Boy

What I want to be when I go up!

2008-10-08T16:40:00.002-04:00

Stephanie: I want to be a Veterinarian.

Steven: I want to be a bike rider, soccer player, etc......

Steve: I want to be...........

Stephanie: What? Very old.....

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

2008-10-01T15:24:00.002-04:00

Today kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So dear friends remember to schedule your Monogram or make sure you do your self exam. Just a friendly reminder from someone that cares.....

Don't forget to wear your pink this month..

Do your part. pass this on to all your friends.....

Back Seat Conversion....

2008-09-24T14:57:00.002-04:00

Steven: I wonder how they get babies out of mommy stomach.

Stephanie: They cut them out.

Steven: You know one day you will have a baby.

Stephanie: I know, but not until I am an adult.

Steven: How many are you going to have?

Stephanie: oh probably 8, but I am first going to see how hard it is. If it is to hard I just sell some........

(my child loves Jon & Kate Plus 8.......)

St. John's 2008 Fall Carnival

2008-09-19T22:10:00.002-04:00

Stephanie New Reading Glasses

2008-09-19T22:09:00.002-04:00

The Sleep-Over Was A Success

2008-09-13T20:19:00.002-04:00

We went to pick up Stephanie and she was playing in the pool and having a blast. They said she went to bed around 10:15 pm and woke up at 7:00. The only time she mentioned our name was to say " I hope my dad forget to pick me up".

I am so proud of her, she is growing up.

Now for the rest of us, it was a tough night. Steven cried himself to sleep. He missed her so much. This was the first time they have every been away from each other. The have always been together, even at school.

All in all it was a great time for her, and both Steven and her are planning to stay next weekend. We will see.

My Baby is Growing up

2008-09-12T20:04:00.002-04:00

My baby first sleep over.

Family Update

2008-09-05T14:19:00.002-04:00

I know it has been a long time since I updated everyone on us. The kids are doing good and loving school. (Thank you God).

I am still having problem with my reconstruction. I went to have a expansion done last Thursday and by Friday I was in so much pain I couldn't stand it, also infection has started sitting in. I was admitted into the hospital for a round of antibiotics & some of the fluid taken out to relive the pressure. Boy did it work. The doctor thinks most of my problems are coming from were the area was effected by the radiation treatment.

I am doing alot better, but they are still concern that they incision will reopen. I am putting everything in God's hand. I know he is in control.

On top of all this I am starting to have asthma attack & high blood pressure. the doctor has put me on 2 inhalers, prednisone, and allergy pill for the asthma. They also put me on high blood pressure medicine. The doctor are thinking all this is coming from were I had chemo. They said chemo can do some wried things to a person body....

I know it seem like this is alot for one person to handle, but I know my faith & the trust I have in God he is going to see me through.

Thanks again for all the prayers.

Governor Sarah Palin's Wicked Spit Doo Trick

2008-09-04T11:34:00.001-04:00

Steven 4th Missing Tooth

2008-08-24T16:20:00.002-04:00

1st Day of School 2008-2009 Year

2008-08-20T10:54:00.005-04:00

Today was the kids first day of school. I can't believe how fast the summer went by. The kids was happy to get back and see their friends. I hope & pray that Stephanie has a good year and makes at least one good friend. She is so shy and she isn't the type of child that will just walk up to someone and play with them. When we dropped them off this morning it was Stephanie that was in the middle of a group of girls talking and laughing, and Steven and the boys was all acting shy. Is this the year that Stephanie comes out of her shell.....

*I hope to be able to post at least one picture tonight. My camera is acting up on me.

UPDATE: We picked the kids up from school, and they had a great day. Stephanie came home playing school & talking about her job. Her job is taking stuff to the office & Steven's is passing out worksheets.

BB&T Tour to Tanglewood Ride 2008

2008-08-19T09:35:00.004-04:00

Dear Friends and Family,

The National MS Society is kicking off its annual bike MS: BB&T Tour to Tanglewood Ride 2008. I am planning to be a part of that event and I am asking you to join me in the fight against MS by making a contribution to support my effort.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is dedicated to ending the devastating effects of MS. They simultaneously fund research for a cure while also helping people who currently live with MS lead more fulfilling lives. I believe in the work they do, and I invite you to see for yourself all the good they've done for the MS community. More than 400,000 Americans live with MS, and your support can and will make changes in their lives.

Whatever you can give will help! I greatly appreciate your support and will keep you posted on my progress.

Sincerely,

Steve Moore (Renee's Husband)

Click here to get to my personal page and make a secure, online donation.

Dentures Anyone?

2008-08-07T17:57:00.001-04:00

Steven's 3rd Missing Tooth

2008-08-06T18:54:00.001-04:00

Birthday Celebration

2008-08-01T19:21:00.003-04:00

WOW, what a wonderful birthday my family gave me. The kids went to the local Wal-mart and picked me out a beautiful necklace & card. They wrap the gift and signed the card all by them self. They wouldn't let Steve do nothing. I meant Mom & my brother Russell at Fire Mountain for supper. All the waiters sang Happy Birthday, and brought me a piece of Cake.

I am so thankful that God has blessed me another year with my wonderful Family.... I love all of you.

Long Overdue Update

2008-07-31T12:34:00.002-04:00

Sorry for the long overdue update, but July has been a rough month for me. I didn't bounce back from my two surgery like I thought I would. I went back for a follow-up doctor appointment on Tuesday, and everything looked so good I started the expander process.
I am sore, but nothing compare to what I have went through. I went back to work part-time on the 21st of July. I was starting to stress out about no pay coming in. I will work part-time for another week. The doctor wants me to still take it easy. I go back to him on the 7th of August and if things are still looking good, I will be able to return full time on the 11th.

Thanks again for all the prayers.

I need more Prayers

2008-06-19T18:24:00.001-04:00

Hello Friends & Family,

I need a lot more prayers. I am going to have to have more surgery.
After the doctor took my last two drainage tubes out, I had fluid that
built up and on the 9th a small part of my incision busted open. At
first it was a good thing, it was my body getting rid of unwanted
fluid, but it did it again today, but this time he can see the
expander. Which isn't good. He is afraid infection will set in if I
keep waiting for it to close on it's on. I go back to see the doctor
on Tuesday, and if hasn't closed he will have to go in and replace the
expander and clean & wash the site out. Please pray that my body
will get rid of the unwanted fluid, & be able to accept the expander
this go around. He thinks the problems is coming from the radiation
treatment I had done. I have to take the good with the bad.

I know with God on my side I can do anything. Please pray very hard
for me, my doctor, & most of all Steve and the kids.

Thanks again & I love all of you,
Renee

Update: I ran into problems on Friday and had to go to the doctor. He has moved my surgery up to Monday. Please keep us all in your prayers.

Happy Father's Day

2008-06-15T21:03:00.007-04:00

Happy Father's Day Steve. Thanks for being the best daddy to our wonderful kids. I can look in your eyes and see the love you have for Steven & Stephanie and see it grow deeper and deeper each day. I know we waited a long time for them, but wasn't the wait worth it. I love you more & more everyday. Thank You.

Daddy I know you are not with us any more, but your love for me is in my heart daily. Thanks for being the best Dad a girl could have. You will always be the World Best Dad. My love for you grows stronger everyday, I can't wait until we meet again in Heaven. Love you Daddy.

Pal, I know you didn't really understand what today was, but we want to say a special Happy Father's Day to you. I want to say thanks for being a good father in law to me, you have always stood by me and welcomed me into your family. Steve & I love you dearly.

Update on Me

2008-06-12T13:41:00.000-04:00

Ready or Not I will be returning to work on Monday the 16th. I went
to the Doctor last Friday and he took out my last two drainage tubes.
This weekend was rough, I had fluid that built up, and by Monday it
busted part of the site. I went in on Monday & today so he can open
the site and push the fluid out. He showed me how to do it today, so
I can push the fluid out this weekend, but over all I am doing really
good. Thank you for all the love, support and most of all the prayers
it meant a lot to me.

Surgery Update

2008-05-29T16:19:00.000-04:00

Hello Everyone,

Sorry for the long over due update. The surgery & recovery was more then I ever thought.

I had Latissimus Dorsi Flap Reconstruction with Tissue expander's along with right side mastectomy. The surgery took 9 hours. Steve & mom along with the best kids a mom could ask for sat Patiently waiting every hour for the an update. The plan was to run the kids to school, but both kids would not leave until they knew their mom was ok. Stephanie was really strong until she got home, then the tears came, but poor Steven my strong little boy couldn't hold the tears back when he had to leave his mom that night.

I came home from the hospital last Friday, moving very slow. Today I had two tubes taken out, and hopefully I will get the other two out next week.

Thanks again for all the support, friendship, and most of all the prayers.

Love In Christ,
Renee

Update on Me

2008-05-18T22:14:00.000-04:00

I just wanted to give everyone an update on me. I will have
reconstruction surgery & another Mastectomy on Monday morning at 6:00.
Please keep me & my doctors in your prayers along with Steve & the
kids.

Thanks for all your love, support and prayers.

Love in Christ,
Renee

Update on Travis Bane

2008-05-12T22:00:00.001-04:00

I just received a call (9:30 pm) from Travis mom & dad, he came
through the surgery and is doing really good. The surgery took 7
hours. they started at 2:00 pm. They will keep him on the respirator
tonight. He will be in ICU for a couple of days, then they will move
him to a regular room. Please continue to keep him in your prayers.
thanks again for all the prayers.

Love In Christ,

Renee

Urgent Prayer Request

2008-05-12T08:51:00.000-04:00

Will everyone please say a prayer for Travis Bane. He is a good
friend of ours from church & school. He is eleven years old. He is
having surgery Today in Duke on his spine. They are going to fuse
a metal rod to his spine and move his organ back into place. His
spine is so curved that it is causing him to have problems breathing,
and his parents were told he had to have the surgery. If he don't he
will die and if he has the surgery there is a change he might not make
it through. If they are able to go through the back he will have a
better change, but if they have to go through the front they will have
to go through the diaphragm his changes isn't good. I am attaching a
few pictures of Travis we took Saturday at the Park, so everyone can put
a face with the prayers...

Thanks and God Blessing to everyone.

Renee

Please pass this to all your friends & family (He needs all the prayers he can get)

Happy Mothers Day

2008-05-11T22:00:00.011-04:00

Happy Mothers Day to all the Great Mom's out there.
Mom thanks for all the love & being there for me when I need you.

Muffins With Mom 2008

2008-05-09T22:08:00.005-04:00

Race For The Cure 2008

2008-05-03T20:20:00.005-04:00

Today was the Race For The Cure. There was over 11,000 people there to walk for a Cure. My Mom, Amy, Stephanie, Steven, and myself walked 3 mile in 1 hour 14 minutes. Steve & Cyndi ran and finished in 30 minutes. This was their first race they have ran. Last year I was only able to go 1 mile and had to stop 3 or 4 times, but this year I walked the whole way and didn't stop. Thanks to everyone for all the support.

Renee's Team

Cyndi & Steve

Mom & Amy

Mom, Amy, Stephanie & Steven

Steve & Cyndi

Amy, Mom, Stephanie, Steven & Me at the Starting Line

Steve & Cyndi at the Starting Line

U.S. Senator Richard Burr & his Wife

Cindy Farmer (of Fox 8 News)Me, Stephanie & Steven

Prayer Request

2008-04-30T11:17:00.002-04:00

Hello Everyone, I am Travis and my mommy and daddy found out last week, that I am going to have surgery on my spine. My spine is growing "s" shape, which is causing my heart, lungs and other organ to move around. I am now starting to have problems breathing & I am in a lot of pain. I don't like to sit in my wheel chair. The doctor wanted to wait until I am 12, which is next March, so I can grow a little more. But since I am having problem, they went on and made the decision to have the surgery a little earlier. I am having surgery on May 12th and the doctor will have to pull my body and stretch it, then they will line my heart, lungs in place and put metal plates in my spine to hold it together. My mom & dad has talk to a lot of different Doctor's and they think I am ready for the surgery. I will have to stay in the hospital in ICU for at least a week. When I come home I have to lay flat in bed for a month. My mommy & me will ride home in a ambulance and have to have a nurse stay with me 24 hours a day to help take care of me. I will be going to Duke hospital to have my surgery, my mommy is staying with me, but I want be able to see my two brothers & my sister. Please pray for them.

Since I want be able to play outside for a whole month, we are going to the North Carolina Zoo the Saturday before my surgery with a lot of my friends. I can't wait. Renee will post some pictures for everyone.

The doctor says my brain doesn’t work, but they can’t understand why I can laugh, and following the sound of my mommy, daddy, brothers and sister voices. I can respond to my doctor’s voice also. The doctor doesn’t know why and how, but I know why “Jesus”

Will everyone please say a prayer for me, my family, and my doctors. I don’t like seeing my family so sad.

Thanks and God Bless You.

Travis

Star Of The Week: "Stephanie"

2008-04-28T09:33:00.000-04:00

Starting today for the next two weeks, Stephanie is the Star of the Week. We had to make a poster of pictures of her life, and on Friday we will take in a snack & a small gift for the class. The bad thing is Steven follows right behind her...... Here is the poster we made for her.

St. John's Lutheran School Presents: Willy Wonka Musical

2008-04-27T19:56:00.017-04:00

"Willy Wonka"

"Charlie and The Bucket Family"

"Willy Wonka and The Candyman Kids"

"1st Golden Ticket Winner: Augustus Gloop"

"2nd Golden Ticket Winner: Veruca Salt"

"3rd Golden Ticket Winner: Violet Beauregarde"

"4th Golden Ticket Winner: Mike Teavee"

"Charlie winner the Last Golden Ticket"

Hobby Park

2008-04-26T22:24:00.005-04:00

Today we spent the day at the Hobby Park, letting the kids ride their bikes. We are hoping Stephanie learns to ride with out training wheels so we can get her a bigger bike. Steven is my little pro rider, you should have seen him flying up & down the hills. The next Lance Armstrong in the making.

All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth!

2008-04-25T22:18:00.003-04:00

The rate Stephanie is going, we are going to have to get her some false teeth. She has lost three teeth in the last 6 weeks.

Happy 13th Birthday Rachel

2008-04-19T21:08:00.006-04:00

Today we went down to my brother's house to celebrate my niece 13th birthday. The kids love to go to down play with Rachel..... She has cool stuff.

Fairy Tale Day 2008

2008-04-19T20:51:00.007-04:00

Another Tooth Gone

2008-04-15T21:25:00.001-04:00

2008 Komen NC Triad Race for the Cure

2008-04-02T10:20:00.001-04:00

Dear Friends and Family,

I recently accepted the challenge to raise funds to support the 2008 Komen NC Triad Race for the Cure® on May 03, 2008 in the fight against breast cancer. One in seven women will be stricken with breast cancer in her lifetime and the more we raise, the more the Triad North Carolina Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure can give back to fund vital breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs in our own community and support the national search for a cure.

Click here to visit my personal page and pledge your support.

Please join me in the fight by pledging in support of my participation in the Race or contributing generously to the 2008 Komen NC Triad Race for the Cure®. Your tax-deductible contribution will fund innovative outreach and awareness programs for medically underserved communities in Triad North Carolina and national breast cancer research. It is faster and easier than ever to support this great cause - you can make a donation online by simply clicking on the link at the bottom of this message. If you would prefer, you can also send your tax-deductible contribution to the address listed below. Whatever you can give will help! I truly appreciate your support and will keep you posted on my progress.

Thank you so much for your time and support in the fight against breast cancer! Every step counts!

Love In Christ Always,

Renee Moore

To sponsor my participation online, click here.

God's Yellow Pages

2008-03-26T11:08:00.002-04:00

It's a great reference tool.

Just click here for: God's Yellow Pages

Whoever set this up, did a fantastic job!

Easter 2008

2008-03-23T20:30:00.012-04:00

Easter Egg Dying.

Easter Bunny Visits.

Easter Morning

Kids in their Easter Outfits.

After church we all meet at Mom's for Easter Dinner. The kids had a great time playing with their cousins.

He has Risen! He has Risen Indeed........

St. John's Kids Easter Celebration 2008

2008-03-22T15:46:00.010-04:00

The Kids went to the Church for an Easter Celebration. The made Jelly Bean's Cross & Jelly Bean's Necklaces. They had a Blast.
The Color Of The Jelly Beans

Red is for the blood He gave.
Green is for the grass He made.
Yellow is for the sun so bright.
Orange is for the edge of night.
Black is for the sins we made.
White is for the grace He gave.
Purple is for His hour of sorrow.
Pink is for our new tomorrow.

A handful of jelly beans...
simple, colorful and sweet
reminds us of the reasons
He makes our
life so complete

What Color is your Heart?

2008-03-21T21:07:00.000-04:00

Your Heart is Yellow and Green

Your heart is caring and generous.

You are kind, understanding, and forgiving.

You bring objectivity and rationality to relationships.

You're good at giving your partner freedom and space.

What Are the Colors of Your Heart?

School Trip Easter Egg Hunt

2008-03-21T16:57:00.015-04:00

Stephanie Tooth #3

2008-03-18T20:51:00.002-04:00

Happy St Paddy Day 2008

2008-03-17T20:57:00.001-04:00

Komen NC Triad Race for the Cure®

2008-03-12T08:52:00.005-04:00

Happy 47th Birthday Steve

2008-03-10T22:24:00.003-04:00

Happy Birthday Steve. I love you with all my heart. May God Bless you with many more.

Red - White & Black Day (School Colors)

2008-03-07T20:57:00.004-05:00

Today ended Lutheran School Week. The kids had a blast.

PJ's Day

2008-03-06T09:42:00.004-05:00

Boy I liked today, all the kids had to do was get up and go to school. I think they loved it also.

Steven really did get right out of bed and went to school. He didn't even brush his hair.

Dress Up Day

2008-03-06T09:32:00.005-05:00

Yesterday was "Wear Your Dressy Clothes". They serviced Breakfast for the kids and family. Then everyone went to Church together. We did get to go, because Steven had some test done to check for nerve damage. (Broke his arm April 2007) All test came back good. We will probably do some physical therapy.

Steven told his teacher, I wore a tie on Sunday. "I am not wearing two in one week".....

Western Day

2008-03-04T10:48:00.007-05:00

Day 2 of Lutheran School Week. The kids are going to have a big square dance today and for lunch there menu will be BBQ, Baked Beans, Peaches and Bread. Good Ole' cowboy meal.

Sport Day

2008-03-03T15:36:00.007-05:00

Today kicked off Lutheran School Week. The kids had a blast, they had Wally the Warthog come visit them and invited all the kids to the game. They also had their daily Bible Devotion.

Steven had to go with the Steelers because his little girlfriend has a Steelers cheerleader outfit.
Their school mascot is the Falcons and colors are "red/white/black"

New Outfits

2008-03-02T20:22:00.006-05:00

Stephanie saved her outfit so she could wear it to the "Daddy Daughter Dance" they had at school last Friday, but she got the flu and couldn't go. It broke our heart she was looking forward to the dance, she was so upset.

Thanks to my dear friend Almer (co-workers) for the New Outfits....

Family Update

2008-02-28T20:41:00.002-05:00

The kids went back to school today, Stephanie was still a little weak, but she did really good. They came home with a weeks worth of homework. Stephanie lost at least 2 lbs while she was sick, her pants was falling off her. The Tamiflu did its job, the only side effect was it upset both of their stomach. Stephanie took her last dose yesterday, and Steven has 4 more days. That was some nasty medicine I every tasted. The kids gaged every time. There was 5 other kids out with the flu in their class. Hopefully we can keep the flu away from Steven.

Flu Part #2

2008-02-24T17:10:00.002-05:00

Today, Stephanie is doing alot better. Her temp has been around 101, which we are very happy with. She did get up and played with some of her toys on the tv tray, but not for long, then it was off for a nap.

Steven on the other hand woke us up at 2:00 this morning with a surprise. He was sick on his stomach, so far today he has done ok. No fever. He just not eating very good, hopefully the medicine is working.

Please continue to pray for the Moore Family.

Flu

2008-02-23T17:07:00.002-05:00

Please pray for us, we have had Stephanie at the hospital all day yesterday and had to return today for more fluid. She was running 104.5 fever on Motrin. Yesterday, they weren't sure what she had, but today she tested postive for the flu. They told us she could run a fever for 4 to 5 days. We are just hoping we can keep Steven from getting the flu. The doctor gave us Tamiflu for both of them, they are hoping it will prevent Steven from getting it, and make Stephanie shorter. Please pray that both Steve and myself can keep well so we can take care of our babies...

Little Ninja

2008-02-21T21:14:00.001-05:00

Flower delivery: HAPPY VALENTINES DAY

2008-02-14T10:48:00.003-05:00

I would rather have one rose and a kind word
from a friend while I'm here than
a whole truck load when I'm gone ..

Happiness keeps you Sweet,
Trials keep you Strong,
Sorrows keep you Human,
Failures keep you Humble,

Success keeps you Glowing,
But Only God Keeps You Going!

Winter Wonderland in Winston Salem

2008-02-13T22:22:00.010-05:00

We had a surprise snow fall tonight, it was so pretty while it lasted.

Update: Pictures we took before the kids went to school (2-14-08

Happy 19th Anniversary.

2008-02-11T14:20:00.000-05:00

Hey baby

I really don't know what to say to you
because you already know that I LOVE YOU
more than life itself.

You have given me the best life
any wife could ever ask for,
A wonderful man and 2 beautiful kids
what more could I ask for.

Steve I love you so much. Thank you
for being there for me, the past 19 years.
Your love and support has helped
me more then I could every say.

Thanks for loving me and being the
best husband every. I cant wait to spend
the next 19 years with you.

I LOVE YOU.

Birthday Gift for Mom

2008-02-09T17:54:00.000-05:00

Russell (37), Robbie (44), Ricky (47), and Renee (40) (Siblings)
Rachel (12), Stephanie (7), Jesse (16), and Steven (6) (Grandkids)
Jesse & Rachel
Stephanie & Steven

Super Bowl

2008-02-03T18:53:00.000-05:00

We usually don't watch the Super bowel, but this year I have to pull for the under Dog... Go Gaints.... Lets see how they do.....

UPDATE: GAINTS WON 17 - 14.

RUSSELL PAY UP......

Surprise in the Dryer....

2008-02-01T11:15:00.000-05:00

Last night I opened my dryer to find melted BLACK crayon all over my laundry. It was some whites and tan pants so I was pretty sure I wasn't going to get them clean. But I got on the computer and I started Google away... And this is what I found.

I used:

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup of oxyclean
1 cup of shout
1 cup of laundry detergent

I let it all soak overnight before letting it run the heavy duty cycle (hot wash cold rinse). When I pulled it out most of the black was gone. There were still a few spots so I took the shout and a brush and took care of the little bits of black here and there. Added another cup of vinegar, a cup of oxyclean, and some detergent and ran it through again. This time it was all gone! It worked very well...

Duh.......................................

2008-01-25T11:50:00.000-05:00

Oh I wish I was there.... This morning my dear sweet hubby got up and got dress to go on his daily bike ride (33 miles).... got in the car drove to the park and when he got out to get his bike.......Guess What..... NO Bike........................ His first thought was "It fell off"... but no he forgot to put his bike on the rack all together.......

I thought that was so funny.... Only you Steve would do that......

Creative Minds At Work!

2008-01-18T19:57:00.000-05:00

Stephanie & Steven had to make a snowman for their homework project, but they couldn't use crayons or markers. They had to use stuff around the house.

This is the finish work:

Stephanie's

Steven's

Our First Snow

2008-01-17T17:50:00.000-05:00

Yesterday the kids teacher told them to go to bed with their PJ's turned inside outward and put cotton balls in between their toes. Guess what my kids did? And it worked, we woke up with snow on the ground, and freezing rain.