Letter from the Wallaces

Dear Friends,

I believe any caring person can benefit from knowing the kinds of

things that can really help Wendy battle leukemia. Reducing her fears

may prove more valuable than the chemotherapy and other drugs

she is getting. Please wish her the best, but as you do, you can also

promote her health and wellbeing in other ways. Here is a small list of

ideas that might help.

- Be sincere. Wendy needs to know people care. She has a great

sense of humor so jokes are fine, but not if true feelings are never

shared.

- Be honest. Not everything needs to be said, but speak the truth.

Dishonesty is a little like a tattoo. You might think you have it covered

up, when everyone else can see it just fine.

- Be creative. You are important because of who you are. There is a

reason you have a relationship with Wendy and only you and she

understands that bond fully.

- Don’t pretend her cancer doesn’t exist. Wendy needs to know you

recognize the seriousness of her illness, and that you are concerned

and care about her. Only ostriches should be known for sticking their

heads in the sand.

- When you come, try not to cry. Crying is contagious and we already

know we have a long way to go before she’s better.

-Don’t be afraid. We have so many things to be thankful for, today.

Think about those things.

-Celebrate. Every day Wendy triumphs. You could be part of that.

Remember, the Wallace’s are a family unit. Wendy and I love what

we’ve created. Honor Wendy by doing the same. If your bridge is still

standing, there is no better time to fortify. If you’re looking across a

stream and wishing you were on the other side, it’s a great time to

rebuild.

Thank you so much for everything and please know, these words are

a muddy reflection of the feelings I have.

Love, Randy, Wendy, Alex and Suzanna