Cindy's Success

Thanks and Appreciation!

2011-03-28T13:41:00.000-07:00

I would like to thank everyone who made the Quarter Auction for FARA a huge success. Please know how much you are appreciated, from your generous donations to all of your wonderful help. A special thanks to Mandi English, Amy Littlejohn and Dan Crews, whose personal commitment was incredibly helpful.

Quarter Auction! Do you feel lucky!

2011-02-16T11:16:00.000-08:00

Quarter Madness!

Saturday March 19^th

St. Mary's Parish Hall

414 S. 6^th Street - Marshall, Illinois

Doors Open at 1pm Auction Starts at 2pm

Bring Your Rolls of Quarters!!

Bidding Paddles $3.00 for purchase prior to event and $5.00 at the door

Additional paddles can be purchased for $1 at the door (with ticket purchase)

Event will benefit Cindy Setzer and FARA which is a national, non-profit organization that is dedicated to finding treatment and a cure for Friedrich's Ataxia. Their mission is to raise funds, promote public awareness and to get clinical trials ready for FA patients. About 5,000 people in the US have this and Cindy is one of them so please show your support by helping to raise money for FARA.

You can WIN great items from…

Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Longaberger, Thirty-One, Undone Hair Design, Uppercase Living, Premier Design, Mary Kay, Arbonne, PartyLite, Pampered Chef, Creative Memories, Cookie Lee

Refreshments will be available for purchase

How to Play:

Each one of the vendors above will have several items for you to bid on. Each one of these items will cost 1 – 4 quarters, per bid, depending on the retail value of the item. Once all bids have been made, a paddle from the bidding pool will be drawn. The paddle number that is drawn, is the winner of the auctioned item, if they placed a bid. Paddle numbers will be drawn until there is a winner for each item. There is no limit on the amount of times you can win!!!

Bring canned goods for the Marshall Food Bank and receive additional door prize tickets per can!

For more info contact Mandi 217-826-5453 or Cindy 217-822-5342

Can I get a Witness!

2010-11-22T20:20:00.000-08:00

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1437152086465

Please click on link above to see some powerful "Card Board" Testimonies" from Marshall First Christian Church including Cindy.

Check out post below for a tribute to Cindy's terrific husband Scott

2010-11-12T15:07:00.000-08:00

Check out the post below. It is the November E Newsletter for the MDA Insider. Cindy expresses her appreciation and love for her husband Scott. If you click on the image it will take you to page that will give you a magnifying glass. Then click again and it will be normal size so that you can read the text. I think it will warm every ones heart to see the great love and appreciation these two have for each other.

2010-11-12T14:50:00.001-08:00

MDA Newsletter- Look for Cindy's Thank You to her wonderful husband Scott

2010-11-12T14:23:00.001-08:00

Hunting, Halloween and Med Trial Update

2010-11-03T07:53:00.000-07:00

Well here I sit just waiting on the phone to ring. Another study trial came out last week but I did not qualify. Just my luck! I guess that means things are just moving slow. While I wait I'm still doing my therapy twice a week. Since that's all the news on me I want to brag on my son. On Halloween night he shot a doe with his bow. FIRST TIME! But the cool thing was my husband was also 14 and shot his first deer on Halloween night! FREAKY!

Good News and Prayer

2010-09-25T08:01:00.001-07:00

Cindy called this morning and has some news she would like to share with all of you who are her friends and prayer partners. She received a good report from her doctor on Thursday. She went to St. Louis and the doctor said that her muscles are really strong, heart and blood flow is good! Praise the Lord! She also has some exciting news which is that with the help of two people she has been walking around her home from her couch in and around the bar in the kitchen!!! Woo Hoo!!! Way to go Cindy! We pray for many more good reports.

Cindy would also like to share a burden that has been weighing heavy on her mind which is she often concerned with her weight more than she would like to be. She said she finally released it to the Lord and when she went to the doctor she found out she had lost 4lbs. This is good news while she stays in a healthy weight range. The doc tells Cindy that he doesn't want her to gain or lose too much. Just stay in the healthy range. So please be in agreement in prayer that she is able to maintain her healthy weight without focusing too much of her thought process on it so she can focus on higher things like her family, spirtual walk and healing. Thank you so much to everyone for being a part of Cindy's Success!!!

New Post from Cindy

2010-09-09T07:08:00.000-07:00

Sorry it has been so long since I have written. I went through a rough spot in my faith and just didn't see a point in what I was doing. I have three wonderful people who come into my home and do physical therapy with me. Thanks to them I keep my obedience there. I did seem to keep my obedience in my church. Thanks to support unknowingly to them they was giving. As you may know I am awaiting a new drug to take which it may be January as of now. Sooner would be better. Since then (this week) I had a terricic friend layed their hands upon me and prayed. That day I started walkimg with a person on each side! A step in the right direction. Another piece of exciting news is that I found a new Dr. in Philadelpia and am awaiting word when I can get in. Thanks for all your support!

Shamrocks!

2010-02-21T14:13:00.000-08:00

I am still waiting on the heart med and while I have been waiting I have been going to different businesses supporting shamrock sales for MDA.

Back from the Sunshine State

2010-01-27T06:40:00.000-08:00

Scott, Tyler and I just returned from the Sunshine State! We took an extra day for family time. Tyler was so intrigued by the beach that is all he wanted to do. He has seen the ocean before I guess it is the age. My Chantix study is over but, I do believe it all went well. I now have to get my heart strong and Dr. has another medication for me to try. I will keep going to Fl so please keep me in your prayers!

Recent Health Update from Cindy

2010-01-07T07:20:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to give everybody an update as to what is going on with me. Finally after weeks of ??? Dr. Davis changed my blood pressure medicine which has helped me so much! Tests from my hospital stay finally came back last week and some this week and everything seems to be normal. I went to the heart Dr. yesterday and the test he had done all came back normal. He told me to eat a lower choIestrol diet. (don't know about that one) Start back to therapy twice a week next week. Please keep me in your prayers.

Health Update from Cindy!

2009-12-22T07:36:00.001-08:00

Just want to tell everyone thanks for all your prayers and concerns. I got really good news today: The stress test came back normal YEA! Now Iam just waiting on blood and urine cultures to come back. Everything with FL is still on hold until I know some more answers.

Cindy

Note from Lori Green

2009-12-15T09:58:00.000-08:00

Please say a prayer for our friend Cindy. All I know is that she's in the hospital in Terre Haute. God Bless!

Per Jennifer: If anyone has any updates please email me at fifthfvcc@yahoo.com and I will post them to Cindy's website.

BEST PT

2009-12-10T15:46:00.001-08:00

This is my BEST Physical Therapist. He sure has to endure alot. Scott, Tyler and I headed back to the sunshine state. We are taking a few extra days for a little family fun.

My trip with the girls!

2009-11-25T07:25:00.000-08:00

My BEST girlfriends in Florida!

Tina and I at Skully's.

Angel, Tina, and I had such a great time. I do have to admit there were alot of mishaps but we enjoyed every one.

Tyler's big day!

2009-11-25T07:23:00.000-08:00

Tyler is following in dad's footsteps

Thanks and Update!

2009-11-19T09:45:00.001-08:00

Well once again I sit here in amazement. The outpouring of love from my church family is so overwhelming. They had a chili supper for me last night and raised $1,029.13 for my medical expenses. Please think of me Sunday as I head back to Florida. This trip Angel Sanders & Tina Grooms will accompany me.

My trip with Marianne

2009-11-07T12:58:00.001-08:00

Security at the aiport.

Marianne and I at the cheesecake factory

On the plane.

Scott

2009-11-07T12:56:00.000-08:00

Scott's first big buck this year!

New Note from Cindy

2009-11-05T12:32:00.001-08:00

Mariann Schaeffer and I headed back to Florida Nov 1. A quick overnight stay. Everything was great and loved the warm weather. I got to go to the Cheesecake Factory! I had never been. Very Good! We got banana cheesecake so NO CALORIES just our fruit for the day. lol

Fun Fun Fun Fundraiser!!

2009-10-27T10:24:00.000-07:00

I was amazed Saturday night. Tony Duzan, started this years ago and her daughter Angel Sanders finished it. My love and thanks goes out to all who helped make my dream a step closer.
Mariann Schaeffer and I head to Florida Sunday for another overnight trip.

Fun Fun Fun Fundraiser!!!

2009-10-27T10:22:00.001-07:00

Fundraiser Update

2009-10-26T14:18:00.000-07:00

The total raised to date for Cindy Setzer is $11,292.65.....WOW, GOD IS SOOOOO GOOD! Praise Him for this Wonderful Night and for continued blessing in Cindy's life!
Thanks to all who had a part, and if we missed anyone please forgive us! Continue to track Cindy's progress at cindyssuccess.blogspot.com.
Love and Blessings,
Cindy's Family and Friends

Thanks to:
David and Joyce Setzer
June Sanders
Carla Davis
Daralea Smith- At Home America rep
Teri Anderson-Vinyl Verbage rep
High Maintenance Salon
Julie Bender-Tastefully Simple, Premier Designs
Laura Pearce-Tastefully Simple ,Aflac
Jennifer Wood-Pampered Chef rep
Jill Sisson-Tupperware rep
Amber Anthony- Tastefully Simple Consultant
Karmen Rowe- Avon Rep
Alyson Thompson- Premier jewelry
Sherri Ramey- Premier Jewelry
Lesa Trudeau- Longaberger National Sales Leader and Consultant
Angel Sanders- Longaberger Branch Leader and Consultant
Kelly Livvix - Thirty-One
Amy and Jeff Murphy
Jeanice Scamihorn
Maggie Murphy
Kelly Griffith- Mary Kay Consultant
Debbie Leitch- Avon Rep
Amy Cooper - Amway Global Rep
Tina Titus - Massage Therapist
Patty Garner - Beauti Control Consultant
Paula Clawson
Debbie Sims- Mary Kay Consultant
Angela Langley - Stampin UP
Robin Pancake - Mary Kay Consultant
Fay Pickering - Signature Home Styles
Red Head Salon
Jackie Titus - Longaberger Consultant
Lyn Davidson - Beauti Control Consultant
Cloverfield Meats
Pearce Funeral Home
Dee Dee Rhoads - Longaberger Consultant
Marianne Schaefer
Diane Thompson - Longaberger Consultant
Sherry Phillips - Longaberger Consultant
Jan Ridgeway
Jana Gillstrohm - Creative Memories Rep
Jennifer Egan - Thirty One Rep
Lynnette Tofaute- Premier Jewelry Rep
Melissa Finkbiner (Crossroads Realty)
Lisa's Hair and Nail Salon
Jay and Gayle Rayhel Family
Karen Bailey at Bailey’s Travel
Marshall Advocate
Burnsides
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Marshall Youth Football League
Murphy Farms
DI Supply
Martin’s IGA
First Christian Church
Doric
White Stallion Creations
David and Paula Sprigg Family
Bill Baumgart and Sara Tingley
Denise Hoggatt
Sarah Brannan
Joselyn Hefner - Red Head Salon
Ali Stepp - Massage Therapist
Bill and Emily Yates - IPG
Dan Crews
Pam Miller
Pastor Paul Cooper
Candy "Our Zumba Girl"
Marshall Bowl
Patty Garner
Wendy Tharp
Karen Keim
Mike and Kathy Frank
Mike Kesler
Kerri Smith
Josh and Kelly Livvix
Larry and Mary Jane Bender
Scott and Carrie Miller
Suzie Liffick
Kelly Wallace
Teresa Daugherty
Dana Miller
Julie Keller
Angel Goble
Angie Morecraft
Denise Rayhel
Jennifer Branson
Tina Grooms
Angie Sanders
Elizabeth Richey
Amy Cooper
Julie Bennett
Stacey Boyer
Amy Littlejohn
Pam Grimes
Mike and Dee England
Bob and Lisa Gard
Lisa Lashbrook
The Clark Co courthouse employees
The South School employees
North School employees
JH employees
High School employees
Unit Office employees
Terry Weir :Country Financial
Jim and Alane White
Murphy Trucking
Sue Boyer
Courthouse Realty - Jennifer Crumrin
JH Cheerleaders
Pearce Funeral Home
Jeff and Sally Mallory
Steve and Angie Setzer
B&T Drainage
Clark Co Sportsmans Club
Baseball Moms
Emmanuel/Zion Churches
and also thanks to everyone who bought a ticket and participated in anyway!

MDA Update from Cindy

2009-10-05T19:56:00.000-07:00

I got to present Marshall Fire Dept. with a plaque for the money they raised for MDA!

Special Post

2009-10-05T19:48:00.000-07:00

Cindy regrets to tell us that due to the integrity of the trial process we will not be able to post actual updates regarding her health and treatments during the actual trial period. Cindy will keep notes and update us at the end of the process. Please continue to check out the site as we will continue to update you on Cindy's Life, her work with MDA and her family. We post what we can on the upcoming fundraiser for Cindy and notes about activities in her life. Maybe even Scott will want to post some hunting pics soon! As we all know what an avid hunter he is. Please keep Cindy and her family in your prayers.

Special Request**** If anyone out there is computer savvy and would be willing to post a couple of pics in the header of this blog that would be fantastic. I am not techno enough to figure it out yet. Please post a comment and I will contact you and send the pics that need to be posted.

A Prayer for Cindy

2009-09-27T10:20:00.000-07:00

If it is okay with you, I would like to say a few words about Cindy first, before my prayer for her.

I have only had the opportunity to meet Cindy one time. A couple of months ago, my husband's sister, Carey, and brother-in-law, Marc, came to our church for the evening service. Carey was sharing of her music ministry, and Marc was sharing his testimony of living life as a quadriplegic after a severe car accident left him paralyzed almost 15 years ago. Cindy had accompanied Angel Sanders to hear Marc's testimony. I had seen Cindy around town, but did not know what the condition was that put her into her wheelchair. I had the chance to talk with her after church and learn more about her. We could all sense her excitement as Marc showed her things in his life that have helped him become more independent.....a new van designed for his wheelchair that he can drive himself, a hand "grabber" that enables him to reach objects up high. He gave one of the "grabbers" to Cindy, and we could all see that her arms had just grown by two feet...oh, the things she could reach! We could even see her mind churning as she sat inside that van, thinking that someday this may be a possibility for her. It was exciting. I was sure that if Carey and Marc had made the trip from their home in Indianapolis to share their life's story for only one person, that person must have been Cindy. When I was asked to write a send-off prayer for Cindy's blog, I've had to think carefully about my words. I've never really been at a loss for words in prayer, yet I didn't want to write these words carelessly. I know that many of you know Cindy on a much deeper level than I do, and could probably pray circles around me simply by knowing her specific needs more than myself. Yet, I was touched by meeting her. I'm excited to pray for her. And I know even in my inadequacy of knowing her well, that God knows her deeply and intimately, and that He will answer the prayers that I do not know enough to pray. So, here is my feeble attempt, and I hope that we can all keep her in prayer as she makes this journey.Father God, thank You for Cindy. She is Your child. You created her, knitted her together, and all of her days were written in Your book before one of them came to be. You have hemmed her in, before and behind. Nothing in Cindy's life is a mystery to you, God. You are all-knowing of her illness. You love her deeply. You are good and kind in all Your ways.You are about to do a new thing in Cindy's life! And for that, we are so thankful. We know that You can use doctors, research, and medicine to bring about wonderful change and healing in people. We also trust that You could do it without all of those things. But Lord, we pray for Cindy and her family as they start this journey together. We pray that you would protect them physically as they travel. Please give them endurance for the days ahead. Please sustain their spirits when they feel tired and weak. Remind them, God, that You are a faithful Father and that only You can carry them through such a task.Lord, take care of them. Allow Cindy's body to respond well to whatever treatment she receives. And most of all, keep her hopeful. Thank you for loving Cindy and having a wonderful plan for her life. Thank you that the plans You have for her are to prosper her and not to harm her, to give her a hope and a future. Please help all of her friends and family to stand on the truth of Your Word during the days ahead. In Jesus Name, Amen.

A note from Cindy

2009-09-14T07:19:00.000-07:00

Finally! I got the phone call Friday. My first trip will consist of leaving Marshall September 27 and being at the university at 8:00 September 28. My first visit be just getting familiar with procdures and the medication. This first visit seems to be quick but I hope informative.

Cindy

Get to know Cindy

2009-09-08T20:43:00.001-07:00

We will be posting pics of Cindy and telling you about her life, likes and interests to help everyone get to know her a little better. Please feel free to post comments and questions on the blog. Cindy enjoys the feedback and she will be posting soon too! Thanks for checking in....

Beauty

2009-09-08T20:38:00.000-07:00

Cindy enjoying a day of beauty. Every girl likes to be pampered once in a while and Cindy enjoys manicures and massages.

Look Out Mommas got a new set of wheels!

2009-09-08T20:34:00.000-07:00

As most of you know Cindy is a very active momma. She likes to be on the go!!!

Welcome

2009-09-07T14:28:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Cindy's Blog! We hope to use this blog as a way of keeping everyone updated and informed about the progress of Cindy's Treatments and her upcoming fundraising events. Please check back regularly as we plan to continue to add things to the blog and write more about Cindy's Health and post pics etc. Please keep Cindy in your prayers for her upcoming treatments and travel plans. Thank you to everyone who has taken a moment to stop by and to everyone who is participating in the fundraiser. It really means a lot to Cindy! I am sure we will all be excited to see what God has in store for her... Please stay tuned... Blessings to you and your families as well!

Start Up

2009-09-01T07:34:00.000-07:00

Today we will start a blog on Cindy.