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cathy hamilton's avatar

Isa, as always you lift my soul. The news of your tragedy and your good news came as a wave today and hit me hard. My heart hurts as a constant stream of tears continue to roll down my face. Your writing always takes us away to such a beautiful place - with every entry. Your inner beauty is so powerful and so profound - thank you for showering your readers/followers/friends with such emotional fragility and worldly strength. I look forward to witnessing the path you're about to pave... your art always radiates magic and provokes inner reflection and ALWAYS brightens (my) day! Thank you for trusting us, for sharing with us, and for all you are! ❤️

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Isa Catto's avatar

Cathy, thank you for this beautiful gift of words. and encouragement. I have been in crisis mode for so long that I too look forward to a new body of work, a new direction. Thanks for reading and reaching out!

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Jacqueline Russell's avatar

Giddy!! I can’t imagine an oncologist being that way, as I have had several of them. But wow. It’s an expression that immediately transfers to others. And no doubt to you.

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Marcie Musser's avatar

What great news!!! Loved reading about your thoughts on luck & then came your telling of the wonderful prognosis. What luck...ha! Fabulous, I can only imagine the joy this news brought to all. Thanks for your gorgeous words.

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Marvin Odum's avatar

Isa, we (the Odums) are all so joyous about the recent news. I/we cannot thank you enough for allowing us to learn and grow from your journey - an inevitability given your ability to communicate in a way that goes straight to the soul.

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Isa Catto's avatar

It is such a blessing! We needed a win.

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Andrea Marsh's avatar

Yippy Yahooo!!! Such wonderful news. You, my friend, can now be in this new phase of freedom from chemo and treatment to enjoy what is the verge of change in season with all the love that surrounds you!!!

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Isa Catto's avatar

It is! it is.....now back to writing. Thank you!

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Stephanie Heinecken's avatar

Such miraculous news! It is wonderful to get a win. Thank you as always for inspiring words and sharing this precarious journey. Love, love, love to you my sweet friend.

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Jeannie Carter's avatar

Oh Isa and Daniel and Fi … and yes, Bai! What amazing grace! This news helps our hearts heal and not bleed so much. 💜

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Suzanne Biemiller's avatar

What triumphant news, Isa! The current breakthroughs in cancer treatment are miracles in my religious book. I am so happy for you and for your family--and for the thousands of people who will benefit down the road from your willingness to try this new protocol. Onward!

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Isa Catto's avatar

Thanks Suzanne. Miracles indeed. I get a year back. a year. We needed a win! And, on the same day, Daniel got hired to do another documentary!

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Meryanne Martin's avatar

Isa , such fantastic news… and always such a gripping moment to read your words. We will soon plan your visit to us I hope. Lots of love xxxx

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Isa Catto's avatar

It was a win, one we desperately needed. i got a year of my life back. We all did! So Marrakech here we come!

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Reenie Kinney's avatar

Rejoicing! Your news brightens the world, dear friend. You continued to inspire and amaze. Sprinkles from above indeed 🙏🙏🙏

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Isa Catto's avatar

you inspired me!

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March Terrell Henley's avatar

Candor and grace. I need to extract myself from my own slump(s) and embrace all that is so lovely and promising around me. I live so close and while basking in your fantastic news, I may take a much needed stroll in your direction someday soon. Sending good lots of love.

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Isa Catto's avatar

thanks March! It's hard I know!

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Rick Keller's avatar

Blessed, and Lucky ❤️

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Rajesh Achanta's avatar

So glad to hear the good tidings, Isa. Reminds me of the Dire Straits number 'Why Worry':

There should be laughter after pain

There should be sunshine after rain

These things have always been the same

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Isa Catto's avatar

Rajesh! I love this....and forgot about this song. Here's to getting a year of my life back. And to writing!

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Marnie Stetson's avatar

Isa, this is such blessedly wonderful news. Thank you so much for sharing in your typically awe-inspiring writing. I have the biggest smile right now and a lightness in my heart. 🩷

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Isa Catto's avatar

Now I can be your WOOFER next spring! xo

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Marnie Stetson's avatar

I would love that so much. I’m looking forward to lots of photos of your amazing garden as you gain strength and energy. Sending all the love!!💕

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Ann's avatar

THANK YOU, UNIVERSE!!!!! This just makes me want to cry and shout with joy in equal measure! Much love to you and yours, Isa, my dear. YAHOOOO!!!!!

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Isa Catto's avatar

thanks my dear!!!

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Dawn Shepard's avatar

So beautiful Isa. I wept at the end of your post about your clear scans!

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Isa Catto's avatar

thank you for all of your CONTINUED love and support. Note coming to you soon! xo

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