Debdog said at 11:40 p.m. on Jun 25, 2008: A year ago I vowed I'd be well and healthy enough to go to one of my favorite places....Algonquin Park Canada...AND HIKE>>>>>>with a new heart beating in me, and my whole *NEW* life ahead of me...and I DID IT!!!!!!!!
Marcif said at 11:58 p.m. on Jun 25, 2008: This is AWESOME Deb!!!!!!
Debdog said at 11:59 p.m. on Jun 25, 2008: thanks Marci! :)
Umauma said at 12:00 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Congratulations to you Deb!!! What a success... Beautiful words! Beautiful being.
Debdog said at 12:02 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thank you Uma...I kept humming a little hymn I learned as a child.. "this is my father's world and to my listening ears,all nature sings, and round me rings, the beauty of the spheres."
Debdog said at 12:04 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: This is my father's world...i rest me in the thought. Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas, his hand the wonders wrought..." :)
Jamesbrian200257 said at 12:11 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Beautiful scene,beautiful spirit. God Bless. You are an inspiration.
Debdog said at 12:14 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks James...so are YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jantass said at 12:14 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: wow,wonderful imagen...great work !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cowgirl said at 12:19 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: This is a great pic of you and your new life...Deb Thanks for sharing it.
Debdog said at 12:21 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Jeanine,and Bobbie :)
Hollyridger said at 12:30 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Deb, you are such a special person - I am sooooo happy to know you even though it is only through tabblo. You never know, perhaps one day you will come to Victoria. Well done achieving your goal - that is truly wonderful. I love the "little hymn" you learned as a child. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
Debdog said at 12:35 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks very much Noreen....I am happy to know you too... I am overdue fro another trip out west :)
Trout921 said at 1:05 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Okay showoff!!! Now I'm going to have to climb one!!! I am so happy for you that my soul sings with joy!!! As far as climbing one myself... I am still hoping!!!
Mirella said at 1:48 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You are very dear to me, Debra and I share with you the joy to be living again, but sometimes the way is too hard, the time flows away and the top of the mountain is too far away.........well this is my today's mood. Ciao ciao Wonderful photo !
Noe said at 2:05 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Congratulations Deb... you are an example that anything is possible when you have faith and strength =)
Hellodear said at 2:40 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Congratulations Deb. You are great. Any thing is possible.
Thanks Kam
Wildthing said at 2:55 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You strove with so much courage, and realized what must have at times seemed to be an impossible dream. The song made me think of you when I heard Jack Jones singing it at a concert recently. So glad you made it back to that park in Canada, Deb. x
Chilla said at 4:13 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: This is an amzing achievement, many congratulations! And great picture!
21-gramm said at 5:34 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: exelleeeeeeeeeeeeent!
Msisongkram said at 6:20 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: I don't know what to say Deb but I truely admired your couraged to "live" again. Wish you luck and keep well in whatever you are doing!
Cmb13 said at 6:50 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Beautiful picture! Not surprising after the skiing, but awesome just the same. lol
Have a great time out there.
Mariusblack said at 7:48 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks for the positivity, deb. i needed that today. congratulations on your successful hike! =)
Catmagneto0257 said at 8:01 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Wonderful Deb, I will never forget camping at Algonquin Park -your mother and I and our five kids.Truly great times!!!
ConnieL said at 8:03 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Congratulations, Debra!!! Thank you for sharing your inspirational achievements... I'm so happy for you!!!
Leftofcenter said at 8:22 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: It would have been a über cool photo even without the back story. overlooking the great (Canadian!) outdoors with a stick in your hand and bottled water at your feet! It reminds me of Mary Tyler Moore's "YOU'RE GONNA MAKE IT AFTER ALL".............
Swedfinn said at 8:26 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Congratulations Debra You have reached Your goal! It reminded me A Rolling Stone hit: "You can make it, if You try!"
Ericf said at 8:44 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You've hiked up there for two people! I encourage EVERYONE to be an organ donor because of scenes just like this. CHEERS!
Tractorbabe said at 9:24 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You truly are inspiring. You give hope to everyone. I will never forget camping up north!
DocEna said at 9:39 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You are truly a Winner...you can raise your arms to the air and be grateful for an entire brand new life..live it fully... is my wish to you...
CANDYCANE said at 9:46 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You are an amazing woman. to go through what you went through, i am not sure i would of had the faith you did. But it just proves that if you do have the faith your dreams can come true. You are truly amazing to me.
YorkJodi said at 9:58 a.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Amazingly beautiful photo... so much neater because you are looking at the scenery instead of the camera!! Congratulation on reaching your goal... This is a perfect tabblo, perfect photo & quote... I treasure your friendship... XOXO
Debdog said at 1:30 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Mike, Mirella...I hope things are better soon :)thanks Noe
Debdog said at 1:33 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Kam, and thanks Mike...goals keep you going.. :), thanks chilla,DEN ZEN,mimi,:) CRAIG...my wonderful friend and lifesaver....:) you are the finest, and my FAVORITE cardiologist in the whole world! (DEN>>>i am sure you are the same!
Debdog said at 1:34 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Marius, and Dad..those are some of the BEST times we had....EH>????????????:)
Debdog said at 1:35 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Connie, Annelies, thanks! YES! OUR country is SOOO full of beauty EH??? haha! :) I sholud have thrown my hat in the air...
Anjad said at 1:36 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Congratulations Deb! This is a amazing.. I'm so happy for you that you've been able to do this.
Debdog said at 1:36 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Jorma,Eric, thanks for stopping by. Cathy, thanks, Doc, Rhonda, jodi,...I appreciate all the positive thouhgts here!
Debdog said at 1:39 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks Anja..so AM I!!!!!!!!!!
Little_italy4_me said at 3:55 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: an inspiration as always Deb. Good for you :)
BooRay said at 5:47 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: always inspiring! I'm sure you have more exciting shots from there too!
FDeLima said at 7:41 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Sure is, and you proved! Very beautiful and persuasive picture!
Candlepower said at 7:48 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: YeA!!! You have overcame!A long hard battle but you won. Bravo!!! A Favorite!
SterlingGray said at 10:44 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: Amen, Amen, and Amen!!! You are such an incredible inspiration!!! Congrats on reaching your goal!!!
Debdog said at 11:08 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: thanks to all of you! ALL OF YOU are an inspiring and positive group! I know what a GIFT >>>A HUGE GIFT i have been given...so i will continue to share the story of Emily and I.... :)
JuDeck said at 11:44 p.m. on Jun 26, 2008: You go girl.
Siagian said at 1:49 a.m. on Jun 27, 2008: way to go Debbie! =)
Albert_09 said at 6:06 a.m. on Jun 27, 2008: Deb, muchas gracias por compartir esta preciosa foto. No existe nada mejor, que el continuo contacto con la Naturaleza. Todos aquellos problemas que tengamos, al visionar los distintos paisajes, se olvida todo. Yo estoy a diario entre la Naturaleza.
Hhwind said at 8:34 a.m. on Jun 27, 2008: You are one remarkable lady, one with a big heart, so courages
Krisu said at 9:18 a.m. on Jun 28, 2008: Y-O-U D-I-D I-T !! (But who took the shot? ) :D
Tigerdba74 said at 3:30 p.m. on Jun 29, 2008: Where there is a will there is way.....Congragulations!.... I was moved after reading your story! ...and finally that picture says it ALL.....K U D O S !
Memotions said at 6:42 p.m. on Jun 29, 2008: You betcha! And HIKING too! Way to go, Deb. Glad the weather and the blackflies cooperated! :)
Ebucar said at 9:09 p.m. on Jun 29, 2008: Deb, you are truly an inspiring human being, dear.
Shector said at 9:22 a.m. on Jun 30, 2008: meravigliosa foto e bellissimo panorama.ciaooo
Debdog said at 11:46 a.m. on Jun 30, 2008: thanks to all of you!!!! i have been away and could not keep up with my comments :) THANKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OH>>>kris ...my friend Susan took the pic...good shot eh?
EMA said at 4:58 p.m. on Jul 1, 2008: You are a very brave and strong lady as I understand! I feel very happy for you! All the best my friend!
Debdog said at 5:32 p.m. on Jul 1, 2008: thank you Ema :)
Debdog said at 5:35 p.m. on Jul 1, 2008: i must give credit to my friend Susan, who snapped it!!!!!!!!!
AliDar said at 11:47 p.m. on Jul 1, 2008: ... And while there, just enjoy the view. Way to go Deb! :)
Debdog said at 10:13 a.m. on Jul 2, 2008: thanks Dar
Gerardfotografeert said at 4:56 p.m. on Jul 8, 2008: This is great Debta, the photo, the place, moment. a wonderfull landscape and you in the middle off it in good health. I think you're a fighter. (beautiful lines bye the way)
Debdog said at 1:31 a.m. on Jul 9, 2008: THANKS Gerard..the fight was WORTH IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ripdustin said at 6:53 p.m. on Nov 14, 2008: GOD BLESS YOU!