UPDATE: Elizabeth Edwards Says Thank You to the DU

[benny05]

From Elizabeth Edwards:

You all have hugged me, and I thank each one of you. From the posts on the blog here (and nearly everywhere, it seems), to the emails offering support and prayers and remedies and affection, to the cards and letters I cherish, to the flowers and teddy bears, the elixirs and photographs -- including the astounding twelve dozen -- yes, you read that right -- twelve dozen beautiful pink roses from Democratic Underground -- you have hugged me, you have made a difficult time easier, and you have hardened my resolve (okay, maybe my resolve was pretty hard already) to fight this.

http://blog.johnedwards.com/story/2007/3/30/132026/187

The DU sent her roses of courage, just as we did with Barbara Boxer and Helen Thomas.

Many thanks to Onebluenation who got this started.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=389&topic_id=526066&mesg_id=526066

Also feel free to visit the Daily Kos as another blogger posted there too about this gracious gesture:

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2007/3/30/134826/166

[Ron Green]

1. I'm happy to K&R this one.

Rock on, Elizabeth!

[Patsy Stone]

2. Yay!

Love ya, Elizabeth.

Good for you, DU!

[sandnsea]

3. Oh - squeeeee

:bounce:

That smile says it all!!

Everybody who pitched in...

:yourock:

[CottonBear]

4. Wow! What a beautiful picture of a beautiful woman!

The roses are absolutely gorgeous!

I so admire Elizabeth Edwards!

edit: K & R and off to the Greatest Page!

[RevCheesehead]

5. What a beautiful gesture!!

You guys make me so proud to be a part of DU. :grouphug:

[malaise]

12. Ditto n/t

[benny05]

26. Me too, Rev CH

:kick:

[FyurFly]

131. She looks like a true first lady...

Not a stepford wife, like pickles :puke:

[wakeme2008]

6. Thanks Onebluenation and a nom nt

[JuniperLea]

132. Yes! Thank you onebluenation!

You rock!!!

[ElizabethDC]

7. Awesome!

She's too sweet!

[myrna minx]

8. This made me tear up.

What an extraordinary woman. :cry:

[GreenPartyVoter]

9. Heh. I got to make rec #5 :^D Cheers, Elizabeth!

:beer:

[xultar]

10. Don't forget to donate to the campaign! Even if you don't support Edwards donate in support of her

and John's support of her.

I'm not an Edwards campaign grand champiion but I donated because she asked us too. I think we can all donate for Elizabeth.

[SharonRB]

17. I donated for flowers for her, but

I'm not donating to any campaign yet -- not until I know what Gore is going to do and that's a ways off. Money is tight and I need to spend it where I really want it to be used.

[xultar]

20. I can understand. I was just sayin. GEEZZZZZZ

[SharonRB]

29. No problem.

My feeling is just that donating for flowers because I care about her and donating to the campaign are two different things. :)

[ChairmanAgnostic]

11. boy, we keep this up and we won't be DU anymore.

we'll be Democrats above ground.

[benny05]

That's Great!!

Have to remember that one. :thumbsup:

[Kajsa]

62. A beautiful gift for a beautiful lady.

She is one of my all time heros!

Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful story
and great photo!!

;-)

[ClintonTyree]

13. Great job everyone....

and a special thanks to "Onebluenation" for spearheading this effort. The flowers are gorgeous . :applause:

[SharonRB]

14. Reading this made me cry

Our flowers are absolutely gorgeous!

[blm]

15. ^^^^ another kick up ^^^^

.

[ms liberty]

16. 22 Recommends in 3 minutes - is that a DU record?

When I clicked on this thread it had just been posted, no replys or rec's - after reading it, and the linked blog post from EE, I Recommended and it had 22! Wow!

Great job to all you DU'ers who were in on this!

K&R

[helderheid]

18. So beautiful! Remember how much these gestures mean next time someone says flowers are a waste.

[nashville_brook]

22. exactly what i was thinking

[SharonRB]

30. Thanks for saying that, helderheid

:hi:

Last time I tried...well, you know what happened.

[DeepBlueC]

83. amen

[JuniperLea]

133. HEAR HEAR!!!

I'd like to shove a flower where the sun don't shine!


Naw... I'll just sit and look at that lovely lady, so happy to have been hugged with roses by total strangers. Renews one's faith in mankind, doesn't it?


Still, I'll post a link to this whenever one of those creeps poo poos a kindhearted idea.

[EFerrari]

147. You bet!

[Snotcicles]

19. Do ya think she knows what a babe she is? nt

[benny05]

109. Probably not

But her hubby does, I bet.

She looked great to me.

[JuniperLea]

134. It never occurs to those who are truly beautiful

That they are truly beautiful. That's part of their beauty:)

[cubs4life]

21. Beautiful! God Bless Elizabeth and her family. nt

[Catherine Vincent]

23. Beautiful roses for a beautiful person.

Thanks to the DUers who participated in this. :hi:

[Carolina Voice]

24. Elizabeth is a hero/heroine to every woman...

Thanks, Elizabeth for being you. That is wonderful.

[WiseButAngrySara]

25. I'm tearing up and grinning wildly at the same time, and I

didn't even contribute! Missed the boat on that one. DUers are fantastic! And so is EE, but she's also a DUer.

:kick: and R! for DU and E.E.

[Patiod]

27. Me too - got a little teary there!

The roses were a great idea - thanks to all those who organized and contributed. I'm so proud to be a DUer.

[rasputin1952]

28. Just one more reason wy I love DU...

No where else have I ever known so many fantastic people.

Thoughts and prayers to you Elizabeth and John...O8)

[graywarrior]

31. Love is a great thing.

She is so awesome.

[benny05]

42. I see you got back

Your duck...:-)

But in seriousness for a moment..

I couldn't believe the story of the woman who has a lump and cannot get it checked because of no health care insurance.

We have to have these Dems in the WH to get people what they need. John Edwards and Dennis K are the only ones who want to get the ball rolling on this issue.

[ourbluenation]

32. thx for the update Benny - what a great picture. what a great lady.

and what a nice job "Ken the Florist" did. :)

[benny05]

35. You Rock

Thank you, OBN.

Someone posted at the DK too about this:

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2007/3/30/134826/166

Feel free to go visit and leave a tip there if you have time.

[GardeningGal]

55. Yes, the arrangements are beautiful. And so is Elizabeth.

Good job coordinating.....Thanks!

[ronnykmarshall]

33. Cool!

I was wondering if she got them yet. I didn't see the charge on my credit card yet.

[rateyes]

34. The beauty of those roses...

fade in comparison to the beauty of the woman standing in front of them.

[Individualist]

36. Beautiful picture of a beautiful lady!

Thank you for posting.

[jkshaw]

37. Thankyou benny05 ...

... for the news and the picture. A lovely woman, indeed. I've put her up on my refrigerator for inspiration. Pray heaven she responds well to treatment and lives for a long, long time.

[benny05]

38. She will Live Strong

Many people have had lived with treatable diseases. And Elizabeth will do it. But I have to agree with EE that the fight needs to be UHC for everyone.

I am proud to be a DUer!

[Libby2]

39. This beautiful picture

has moved me to tears.

You DU'ers are a wonderful bunch of people.

I'm proud to post with you all.

[trumad]

40. K%R

[mnhtnbb]

41. I gotta say, DU, you amaze me. You really do. There has been so much negativity

about the Edwards campaign on this site, although it seems to have settled down some recently.

Good job!

[partylessinOhio]

43. Thanks to all the DUs who sent the roses. It was a lovely gesture of love

and healing. What woman wouldn't be touched by TWELVE dozen roses?

[Missy Vixen]

44. We love you, Elizabeth

Keep fighting, and we'll be right there with you. We must have health care coverage for all Americans, and Elizabeth Edwards needs to be here to see it happen!

Julie

[EC]

45. Beautiful lady and beautiful words

I'm glad we did it...

[flyarm]

46. oh darn i was out of the country when Du sent the flowers..i wish i could have

donated!!

I love Elizabeth!!

Ilove her with all my heart!!

Elizabeth, I wish you recovery from what you have had to deal with..and i know there is an Angel watching over you!!

I send you my love and admiration!!

fly..Clearwater/St Pete Kerry/Edwards delegate

[mnhtnbb]

66. Me, too. I watched the announcement on TV at the airport--the only time

I've ever wanted to hear CNN yacking at me while waiting for a flight.

[flyarm]

137. SINCE I MISSED THE ROSESI MADE A DONATION TO THE EDWARDS CAMPAIGN YESTERDAY!

AND I WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO!!

for my favorite lady!!

fly

[CrazyOrangeCat]

47. K&R

[fooj]

48. Beautiful roses for a beautiful lady.

[yardwork]

72. Elizabeth and John Edwards were married 30 years ago in the same place

where they gave their press conference the other day, in Chapel Hill at the Carolina Inn. He mentioned it when he spoke. Said that they had been married in the exact same place 30 years ago.

[tblue]

122. They're both beautiful inside and out. I really believe they are angels walking the earth.

[Triana]

49. What a BEAUTIFUL picture!

Elizabeth blends right in with the roses.

[Dr Fate]

50. NO NO NO! Thank YOU Mrs. Edwards and family!! n/t

n/t

[Gregorian]

51. Bless all of you! I couldn't be prouder to be part of a group.

Intelligent. Honest. Sharing.

It doesn't get any better. I'm still learning from you. Thanks.

[MODemocrat]

52. Elizabeth couldn't be more beautiful, inside and out

What a great lady, and her resilience is beyond belief. Love you Mrs. Edwards. The best of luck to you and your family. May God be with you.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :loveya: :grouphug:

[SeattleGirl]

53. Beautiful picture of a beautiful soul.

Thank you!

[cwydro]

54. How beautiful!

and the flowers are pretty too!

You go girl and keep fighting!

[ultraist]

56. DUers rock!

And so does our Elizabeth. What a beautiful post.

When I called the florist in Chapel Hill to make my donation, he was really excited this too!

Thanks to all who organized this loving gesture.

[kerstin]

57. Beautiful. Just beautiful.

And the flowers are nice too!

We love you, Elizabeth.

[madrchsod]

58. -thank you elizabeth for setting the example for all of us to live by

times like this makes me proud to be here at du

[proud patriot]

59. Very Cool

she's so beautiful :loveya:

The flowers look good too .

[JNelson6563]

60. Absolutely fabulous!

:toast:

[carolinayellowdog]

61. Elizabeth is already my favorite first lady in American history

In my dreams, at least. Used to think people were silly to let a candidate's spouse affect their primary vote, but I yearn to see her in the White House every bit as much as to see John elected.

[grateful581]

63. What a great Picture

And a great woman. Get well and we love you Elizabeth.

[Madspirit]

64. k&r great and gracious woman....n/t

[Efilroft Sul]

65. Elizabeth, you're so like a rose. n/t

[sparkleon]

67. Elizabeth's Supporters

A wonderful gesture to give Elizabeth 12 dozen pink roses. 
Give yourselves a big hug as that is what Elizabeth would do
to each of you.

Elizabeth is a beautiful lady both inside and outside, and she
will make a wonderful First Lady in the White House January
2009.

[PassingFair]

70. Welcome to DU,Sparkleon!

I don't think you will find a democrat that doesn't like
Elizabeth Edwards.

Now THAT'S saying something for a party as DIVERSE as we are.
Off-hand, I can't make this claim for any other political
personality.

(Al Gore, MAYBE, comes close)

[SharonRB]

77. Yes!

Run, Al, run!

:hi:

[NastyDiaper]

179. Second on gore. But listen to this from John the day before Eliz. health watch:

John Edwards on CNN's "American Morning" 3-20-07

"We need to ask Americans to be patriotic about things beyond war."

"If we do this the right way, we can not only address the issue of global warming and climate change, but we can transform the American economy, and create jobs to replace the jobs that we've lost."

Who is my 'number one' is a matter for the primaries. But I will support any candidate who understands, as Edwards does, the mandate and the challenge we face must be solved on a fundamental and economic level. If Gore does not run, I damn sure will know who understands this so that I will know which line to switch to.

If done properly, it could be so powerful as to reverse the trade deficit with the third world. In fact I believe that 'third' world will be replaced with 'polluting' as a way to describe struggling economies.


About the Edwards Bump and the likes of Katie Couric: "Some Say" that Katie Couric is a cold-hearted miserable failure in her new position. I happen to think simply that she lacks aptitude. Edwards was experiencing a bump BEFORE the health announcement.

[sparkleon]

150. Elizabeth and Roses

Thank you Passingfair for the welcome. I don't travel the internet highway very much, but I am happy to see the warm wishes and love for Elizabeth Edwards. I think both her and hubby are pretty special people and I am fortunate to live in Iowa and have the chance to see and hear both when they visit.

Keep up the good works and keep spreading the word about John Edwards visions for a better life for all. :-)

[otohara]

68. Beautiful Picture

WOW - looks like a cover of a magazine.

[Catchawave]

69. What an inspiring photo!

What an inspiring group of DUers, too, :toast:

KnR, and thanks benny for all the hard work you do for the JE08...you are special too :hi:

[benny05]

76. Thanks, this is EE's Message

I just wanted everyone to know she knew it was us and appreciated the gesture of love and courage.

O8)

:hi:

And she's still thinking about us, not herself.

[Catchawave]

79. .

:hug:

[benny05]

91. Sun-Sentinel Opinion Piece: Role Models

John and Elizabeth Edwards
SEIU Health Care Forum
Las Vegas

Role Models

Prayers, and more, for Elizabeth Edwards

The nation sends it prayers to Elizabeth Edwards, wife of presidential candidate John Edwards. It should also send its thanks.

Thanks for showing that you can try to go on living despite a sobering medical diagnosis. Thanks for handling with class all of those who are questioning and over-analyzing and second-guessing John Edwards' decision to stay in the race.

And thanks for being a living, breathing reminder to women of the importance of regular check-ups.

This is one strong family. They have dealt with the loss of a teenage son, and Elizabeth's previous cancer diagnosis prior to the 2004 election.

This will be their biggest challenge of all. So far, they have handled it with grace and courage.

http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/opinion/editorial/sfl-editgsedwardscapmar28,0,918049.story



Image courtesy of Redjet

[yardwork]

71. Elizabeth's blog entry made me cry today.

I even cried again when I told my friend Lex (shout out to Lex - loyal DUer! :hi: ) about it.

Elizabeth Edwards is a wonderful person. I'm so glad that she liked our roses.

[deepthought42]

73. Absolutely Amazing!

:loveya: Elizabeth Edwards! Best of luck! :hug:

[Booster]

74. Smiling and crying at the same time - I don't think that's good for

you. ha Beautiful flowers for one beautiful lady. Thanks for organizing this and thanks to Ken and his staff; they were most helpful and cheerful. I hope we can get Elizabeth to become first lady.:grouphug:

[19jet54]

75. Nothing but love...

... is in their hearts & in our hearts - You two are in our thoughts & prayers always! :grouphug:

[bigwillq]

78. DUers are so thoughtful and generous.

Way to go DU! :bounce: :hi:


We love you Elizabeth!

[juajen]

80. Beautiful, just beautiful!

Fight on, Elizabeth. You are the Rose of the Democratic Party and we all love you very much.

[DeepBlueC]

81. I'm touched

What a lovely, brave, committed woman. I'm so glad we did this.

[ComerPerro]

82. beautiful picture

[ArmchairMeme]

84. Awesome Woman

sitting in front of beautiful flowers - YES!!!

[Nutmegger]

85. Beautiful.

Elizabeth Edwards, thank you for what you do.

[catmandu57]

86. Do you remember the wonderful post she made here in 04

That post gave me the strength to pull it together and face the times coming. Her words are coming true now we just had to wait a little while. She shared her strength then, I hope we can help keep her strong in the coming days.

[DeepBlueC]

87. the florist did a beautiful job

thanks again, ourbluenation. And thanks to Ken at Chapel Hill Florists (that's it, right?)

[Jacklyn75]

88. Oh how I love this picture!! Elizabeth, you are beautiful! n/t

[Raksha]

89. What a beautiful person she is.

I just read her whole blog entry, and her radiance and compassion seem to shine through her words.

[roguevalley]

90. We love you, Elizabeth, you and your family. Please take care and

live your life with gusto. You are an inspiration to us all. We hug you back!

:hug:

[vanboggie]

92. An amazing woman and family

I somehow missed out on getting in on the roses, so I sent my "roses" via a campaign contribution instead. Edwards has my vote anyway, so it was something I felt good about. Thanks DU'ers for moving me to action on that!

[benny05]

106. And thanks for your post on JEFP

As well as any donation.

Those roses from this group obviously inspired her to blog about it.

[AwakeAtLast]

93. That is one beautiful picture

Simply beautiful!

:kick: :bounce: :kick:

[shaniqua6392]

94. Awesome Onebluenation!!

I am sure proud of you and DU!

[LSK]

95. she is beautiful, that is a great picture!!!

[tom_paine]

96. It is quite amazing what a fantastic person you are, Elizabeth Edwards.

John is a very lucky man to have found you.

Your surplus of conscience and decency fairly shines through. If you read this, Mrs. Edwards, you will probably be all humble about it, but it's so very true.

In so many ways, from the brief period you posted on DU some time ago to today and everything in between, you show it.

And I'll just bet your resolve is as hard as steel alloy As hard as only a human being of the highest character can have.

Keep on, ma'am, keep on...

[marlakay]

97. We hear you Liz...we will fight in your name!!!

Its gracious women like you that show the rest of us how its done!

[seashorelady]

98. Thank you Benny, for presenting Lady Elizabeth

to us, in such a splendid manner.

[benny05]

125. Elizabeth Presented Herself Well

I saw this on the website and thought, wow. She's so busy, but she always remembers the little things, the people and their names. And she did it again it today, thinking more about us and not herself, except where it needs to be: getting treatment, being a wife, mom, and still campaigning for those who do not have health care.

[Bitwit1234]

99. She is gorgeous...absolutely gorgeous.

I don't wish bad for anybody. But I get so mad when people like Elizabeth Edwards, who believe so strongly in this country, it's people and freedom and love for all, is ill and the reprehensible bunch of ones running this country advocating torture, killing and stealing are in such good health.

[senseandsensibility]

100. Elizabeth is a DUer

Has she posted lately?

[benny05]

101. My understanding from the JRFP Blog

and I think it was in her post, that she is very busy with the campaign. She's on the road with JRE next Mon, Tue and Wed in IA and NH, so I haven't seen a post here from her in awhile.

[spooky3]

102. Thanks, benny & oneblue nation, and Elizabeth, take good care of yourself.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

[benny05]

103. Decency Costs Nothing

Directly from Elizabeth Edwards:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=385&topic_id=18438

[citizen snips]

104. K&R

keep up the good work Elizabeth

[calazini]

105. What a beautiful picture of a beautiful lady!!!!

The roses are pretty too, but they pale in comparison to this woman's character and strength. Our prayers and thoughts are with you Elizabeth during yet another one of your trials. May you prevail as you have before.

[benny05]

107. Welcome to the DU

:hi:

[calazini]

112. Thanks to you Benny!!!

And thanks for this post - I read the comments on the blog and I was so touched by her words - I've always liked her and John - now I love her. What a truly special lady!

[Cha]

108. Elizabeth looks so pretty

sitting there with all the Roses!

[HCE SuiGeneris]

110. For all of you that made this happen,

I shed an unabashed tear for the happiness you have created. Very well done. O8)

[Bretttido]

111. She looks radiant as always!

:loveya:

[Cabcere]

113. I've said it before and I'll say it again...

I love Elizabeth Edwards. :loveya: She is so beautiful, inside and out, and a great role model - in fact, at the risk of sounding childish, lol...I wanna be like her when I grow up. :) She's amazing.

My thoughts & prayers are not only with her and John and their family, but with everyone everywhere whose life has been impacted by this disease. :hug: :grouphug: :hug: When I walk tomorrow night for Relay for Life, it will be for them all.

[benny05]

118. Relay for Life

Great idea to support cancer research.

[Cabcere]

119. I've never done it before

but I joined a coed honor fraternity last semester, and R4L is our main philanthropy. :) I'm kind of excited for it, actually. :bounce:

[benny05]

124. Neither have I

Hope you report back on GD about your experience in the Relay.

[Cabcere]

144. I will try to do just that.

:hi: (However, it may be a while, because I have a paper to write for Monday and two presentations to put together for Wednesday and Thursday... :scared: I certainly will report back what/when I can, though.) :)

[Clarkie1]

114. Elizabeth, know that all her support you and wish you well.

You are an inspiration.

[Raine]

115. Beautiful

roses for a beautiful special lady. :-)

[MethuenProgressive]

116. k&r Well done, DU!

:yourock:

[tnlefty]

117. Mrs. Edwards, you are positively radiant!

Please take care of yourself, as we're going to need you around for a very long time!

Sending positive vibes your way.

[Redstone]

120. Inspiring, indeed.

Redstone

[mzmolly]

121. She's lovely ...

In every way.

[benny05]

123. Molly would tell her to keep goin'

Just as she tried to do.

[mzmolly]

136. Yes she would!

What a wonderful/courageous example Elizabeth Edwards is for us all.

[FyurFly]

126. Get well soon Elizabeth!

John and Elizabeth are good folks. I differ with John on a few issues, but John would be a damn fine President!

[usregimechange]

127. K and R, and hug (first time for all three)

[lpbk2713]

128. What a class act.

She'll make a great First Lady. And the White House hasn't seen 'class' in a long time.

[Joey Liberal]

129. I'm proud of Elizabeth Edwards and DU n/t

[Evergreen Emerald]

130. wow

just wow (as I wipe tears from my eyes).

DU: you guys are awesome
EE: you go girl.

[benny05]

135. I agree

I love that tulip. Mine are about to come up, except we are expecting a cool spell after such warm weather this week in Central Illinois.

[Evergreen Emerald]

138. My tulips and daffodils are out

they are very pretty.

[helderheid]

139. GOOD JOB, DU but MAJOR KUDOS TO OURBLUENATION!!!

:loveya::loveya: :loveya: :loveya: :loveya: :loveya:

OURBLUENATION

:loveya: :loveya: :loveya: :loveya: :loveya:

[benny05]

140. Hearts to Onebluenation

:toast: for leading the outreach to EE.

And EE reached back.

[EFerrari]

145. Many hearts to Onebluenation who got this done.

:toast:

[Skinner]

141. This makes me so proud to be a member of this community.

Major kudos to ourbluenation for organizing this, and to everyone who donated money and helped make this possible.

[helderheid]

142. And to you - without DU, it couldn't have happened

:yourock:

[benny05]

148. How's your spouse and kid, Skinner?

And I mean it when I say "thank you" for allowing us to put the Great DU name on the card to EE. You helped make donation happen, even if you don't have as Taylor Marsh would say,"don't have a dog in this hunt".

[Erika]

153. Her beautiful smile alone was worth it

What a classy and brave lady!

[EFerrari]

143. What a beautiful woman and a beautiful person.

DU rocks.

:grouphug:

[Swamp Rat]

146. Elizabeth!!!

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[eridani]

149. Bread and Roses

As we come marching, marching in the beauty of the day,
A million darkened kitchens, a thousand mill lofts gray,
Are touched with all the radiance that a sudden sun discloses,
For the people hear us singing: "Bread and roses! Bread and roses!"

As we come marching, marching, we battle too for men,
For they are women's children, and we mother them again.
Our lives shall not be sweated from birth until life closes;
Hearts starve as well as bodies; give us bread, but give us roses!

As we come marching, marching, unnumbered women dead
Go crying through our singing their ancient cry for bread.
Small art and love and beauty their drudging spirits knew.
Yes, it is bread we fight for -- but we fight for roses, too!

As we come marching, marching, we bring the greater days.
The rising of the women means the rising of the race.
No more the drudge and idler -- ten that toil where one reposes,
But a sharing of life's glories: Bread and roses! Bread and roses!

[Raksha]

159. I love that song - thanks for posting the lyrics. n/t

[Maccagirl]

151. Dear Elizabeth

The roses are beautiful-but not nearly as lovely as you and your family. Prayers, prayers and more prayers.

[AnotherMother4Peace]

152. Ms. Edwards - my role model. And thank you OneBlueNation!!!!

[AZBlue]

154. No Elizabeth, THANK YOU!

For your strength, your grace and your perseverance. You are a role model for us all.

[KoKo]

155. A lovely gracious lady....and great to hear about Onebluenation and others efforts

to send those beautiful roses for a beautiful lady with a heart of gold and a great spirit.

:toast:

[InvisibleTouch]

156. Love the picture!

She looks happy, and that's an important factor in fighting this disease. All the best to her!

[Divine Discontent]

157. That Woman is so loving and strong

I pray to my Lord she be healed. She has touched so many people. :) God bless the Edwards. I hope he wins it 'all'.

www.cafepress.com/warisprofitable <<-- check it out, top '08 stuff!

[Lugnut]

158. Beautiful!

What beautiful flowers they are for a beautiful, gracious and courageous woman. :hug:

[Peggy Day]

160. beautiful! n/t

[Roxy66]

161. DU loves you Elizabeth!!

[SCRUBDASHRUB]

162. I'm sorry I couldn't contribute $$ to this effort. She looks lovely

with the roses; what a lovely gesture. Thank you, DU!

[Hailtothechimp]

163. Elizabeth's inner light burns strong. Stay stong!

[barb162]

164. What a sweet , dear woman!

We hope you beat this thing, Elizabeth

[NastyRiffraff]

165. She's just gorgeous

And I can't WAIT to see her as First Lady! (I like her husband too)

Thank YOU, Elizabeth, for your courage and example.

[grannylib]

166. What a lovely, gracious and courageous woman...our thoughts and

prayers will continue to be with her and her family.

The roses are gorgeous, but they really pale next to her...

[jeff30997]

167. Oh boy!

My cynical self is taking a beating here !

What a lovely person !

[earth mom]

168. What a beautiful picture!

:applause:

[Pachamama]

169. An incredible woman....

I have so much respect for her and seeing that picture just warmed my heart....and how her beauty from within radiates....how lucky all of us could be to have her as our next First Lady....

Namaste Elizabeth

:hug:

[SalmonChantedEvening]

170. Such beauty.

Elizabeth, the roses, and the love behind them from DUer's like Ourbluenation and you Benny05.

I am in awe, and in happy tears.

:loveya: :cry: :hug: :loveya:

[The Wizard]

171. Elizabeth Edwards

is the essence of character, grace, integrity and the American spirit. John Edwards is a lucky man, and we're lucky to have Elizabeth on our side.

[sendero]

172. And I say...

... best wishes to you and your family. And you have my admiration for the way you are dealing with your crisis.

[npincus]

173. We love you!

:loveya:

As for White House curtains, I'd go for a nice shade of blue. :)

[Skittles]

174. I really admire Elizabeth Edwards

she is just such a class act

[sallyseven]

175. The stars will always shine on you dear heart.

[Rydz777]

176. What a wonderful woman

It's easy to see how John Edwards fell in love with her.

[benny05]

178. It is

And I think she is Edwards' most trusted advisor on this campaign.

[crappyjazz]

177. Awesome

Gracious statement to a gracious lady, well done.

:applause:

[Beaverhausen]

180. I've been away for a few days and just seeing this. What a great photo and thread

Thanks to all who contributed. I didn't this time but I had just sent $$$ to the campaign so...

Keep fighting Elizabeth! We're sending all our postive energy your way!

[budkin]

181. It's just not fair...

That this could happen to such a wonderful person like Elizabeth Edwards. It makes me so friggin sad.

[Beaverhausen]

182. Kicking this up for those who missed it