tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post2791497499581651231..comments2023-10-24T05:20:05.569-04:00Comments on Adventures with Wendy: - And the Beat Goes On . . .Wendy Farhahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07656893865922091969noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-44825083148877199172010-01-25T17:57:06.906-05:002010-01-25T17:57:06.906-05:00Hi Wendy,
I've just read your blog for the fi...Hi Wendy,<br /><br />I've just read your blog for the first time, and wanted to ask if you could add me to your list of those you notify when you post something new. I was introduced to your blog from an email we received from Liliana Komorowska. <br /><br />I am producing and directing a one-man show called "Cancer Can't Dance Like This" that is coming to Montreal this very weekend!! (www.cancercantdancelikethis.com). Liliana copied your blog in her email to us, and I felt I had to write you immediately. <br /><br />I'm not sure if you know about the show or its inspiration, so I'll give you the brief version. My good friend Daniel Stolfi was diagnosed with Acute Non-Hodgkins T-Lymphoblastic Lymphoma in March of 2008 just as his acting and stand up comedy career was beginning to take shape. We were in the process of developing a one-man show of an entirely different nature at that time, and had already been accepted into the 2008 Toronto Fringe Festival. <br /><br />He was temporarily sidelined for about a year lacking everything he needed to live his life the way he'd always known how to. When he was able to, he collected the journal he had kept and the jokes he had stored in his head, and he wrote a one-man performance piece that dares to do what most feel they can't - laugh and dance in the face of sadness, illness, pain, and sometimes death. He explores the darkest areas of his aggressive and intense fight, but with a massive strobe light and disco ball - just dancing and laughing at every step of the way. <br /><br />I see the resemblance in the way you use comedy to fight through this nasty disease, and it is why myself, Dan, and Jenny (producer/publicist) work so hard to get this show in front of as many people as possible. I was touched by your photos of the wigs. As a side note, Dan was absolutely crazy in love with his majestic fro. He had a full curly head of hair that most men dream of, and when he lost it, he was devastated. A couple of us bought him a fro wig and it certainly brought a smile to his face, and ours.<br /><br />My mother beat breast cancer in 2004, my stepmother fought cancer, and my friend and colleague is finished his treatment in March. Being with these people while they fought this disease has been life changing for me. And the reason for that is because I used to think that the only reaction to a massive challenge, a disgusting beast, an evil and unforgiving piece of scary s#@t like Cancer was to cry, or throw fists, get angry, get depressed, ask why, feel sorry for yourself. And all these things are natural, maybe necessary side effects. But then I watched Dan, and I witnessed him fight this thing with a laugh, and a pen. At 25 years old this guy is being stripped of everything he has and he never lost his humour. And not only was that uplifting for everyone around him, but it seemed to me like it was what got him through. I'd never seen that before. <br /><br />He embraces the comedy of each and every horrible experience, and it has allowed him to always stay focused and fight hard for the last day of his two year protocol. <br /><br />I realize I've just written that long spiel and it doesn't really tell you anything specific about the show. Well, I'll save that for Dan because he does it best. I really hope that you can make it on Sunday night and that we have an opportunity to meet in person. <br /><br />I think what you are doing with your blog and with Liliana is absolutely incredible, and if only more people were introduced to you and Dan then they might be able to fight like you, stay strong like you, and never stop laughing like you.<br /><br />Please keep me connected to your blog. <br /><br />All the best,<br /><br />Andrew FergusonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-90307263337120209012010-01-20T12:52:40.257-05:002010-01-20T12:52:40.257-05:00your in my thoughts this afternoon.
(really like y...your in my thoughts this afternoon.<br />(really like you in the long hair)<br />:-) ♥stephanie robertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05781451506072268119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-31241436326476185362010-01-19T22:49:31.416-05:002010-01-19T22:49:31.416-05:00Hi Wendy,
Even taking chemo, you crack me up. Som...Hi Wendy,<br /><br />Even taking chemo, you crack me up. Some things just never change!!! Thank goodness for your humour. <br /><br />On a happy note, we had dinner with my oldest sister and brother-in-law last night. They have a friend who has been battling cancer for quite some time now. He has been near dead on several occasions. <br /><br />Well, this dear man is going back to work tomorrow - no sign of cancer. They believe it is because of his positive attitude even in the really low times of his life. There is definitely something to be said about the power of positive thinking.<br /><br />You are in our prayers.<br /><br />Love you,<br /><br />BarbAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-62565409735124053572010-01-19T22:45:43.022-05:002010-01-19T22:45:43.022-05:00We worry about you because we are thinking of you ...We worry about you because we are thinking of you Wendy...love those wigs and yes, I remember The Suburban!!!<br /><br />EllieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-16627846624176736752010-01-18T17:16:01.336-05:002010-01-18T17:16:01.336-05:00I love your new look, Wendy. That is the way to go...I love your new look, Wendy. That is the way to go!!! You always ROCK no matter what! And laughter is contagious, so I laugh with you. <br /><br />See you tomorrow,<br />LilianaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-61927695469854027522010-01-17T02:06:24.656-05:002010-01-17T02:06:24.656-05:00You crack me up with your humor. It's amazing...You crack me up with your humor. It's amazing how you deal with all this. Your blogs are inspiring and refreshing. Keep it up :)<br /><br />Love ya<br /><br />SandraSandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08064120246871358525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4623234302201433260.post-2245515730895507982010-01-16T20:25:45.643-05:002010-01-16T20:25:45.643-05:00Wendy,
You never cease to amaze me. Your inner be...Wendy,<br /><br />You never cease to amaze me. Your inner beauty confidence and humor help me in my effort to stay on top and keeps me balanced.<br /><br />Of course let's face it, I will never have the humor you have. You certainly keep us on our toes.<br /><br />Blog after Blog has inspired me to keep going and not make a big deal about little things.<br /><br />Blessings and may the Lord keep you safe and comfy.<br /> <br />Luv U, EleanorAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com