Here's a photo of my beloved George, eating a steaming stack of his world-famous pancakes. (I've eaten them, and folks, they are the best.) George would never have lived long enough to make those impossibly fluffy whole-grain delights had it not been for research supported by this worthy organization.
Almost four years ago, George woke up with a tennis-ball sized lump near his right hipbone. The diagnosis: nonHodgkins lymphoma (aka cancer of the lymph system) -- in his case, an especially aggressive type that, untreated, can kill within months. He underwent half a year of chemotherapy which was resoundingly successful. George has been clean now for three-and-a-half years. (And now you know why I, MONA LISA was and THE BLOODIEST QUEEN is late.)
When you are giving during this holiday season, will you please consider The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society? It's a fantastic organization which offers patients education and support, including financial aid.
George and I thank you.
Comments (6)
A picture of George!!! ::sniff:: I miss you guys!
He's looking mighty thin by the way
Posted by Becky | November 28, 2007 5:02 AM
Posted on November 28, 2007 05:02
Becky,
He's put on a few pounds since then -- that picture was taken several months ago. But he's working on getting them off.
No, *I* miss *you* more.
Posted by Jeanne Kalogridis | November 28, 2007 6:37 AM
Posted on November 28, 2007 06:37
Hi Jean,
I, Mona Lisa was well worth the wait. I am one of your biggest fans. I have a collection of your books. I'm glad George is on the mend. Now how about sharing that recipe with us. I'd love to make them. My husband recently was diagnosed with diabetes and your pancakes would fit his diet very well.
Mirella Patzer
Author of Bloodstone Castle
Posted by Mirella Patzer - Author | November 28, 2007 5:06 PM
Posted on November 28, 2007 17:06
Mirella,
All I can tell you about George's famous pancakes is that they're 100% organic, made from buckwheat, and the secret ingredient is vanilla. I'm not allowed in the kitchen when he makes them.
Sorry to hear that your husband has diabetes.
Posted by Jeanne Kalogridis | November 28, 2007 6:22 PM
Posted on November 28, 2007 18:22
Hi Jean,
I am 24 years old and I'm from Malta. I was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma nearly two months ago. I am in my second cycle of chemo (out of 12 cycles).
The first book that came into my hands after my diagnose was PAINTING MONA LISA. From the very first pages (acknowledgements) this book encouraged me to look ahead and hope for a full recovery.
Thanks for keeping me company :) Now I'll start off reading the Borgia Bride.
Regards and waiting eargerly for your new publish.
ALEXIA
Posted by Alexia Gatt | March 23, 2008 2:22 PM
Posted on March 23, 2008 14:22
Alexia,
Your comments brought George and me close to tears this morning.
Thank you for your beautiful post; I'm honored if my book was able to distract you in some small way.
George and I know very well what chemotherapy involves. Our thoughts and hearts are with you. Please check in again sometime and let us know how you're doing.
As you can see from his picture, you, too, can get well and go on to make great pancakes. I told him it must be a side-effect of all the chemo. :)
Jeanne
Posted by Jeanne Kalogridis | March 24, 2008 6:26 AM
Posted on March 24, 2008 06:26