Kick it with Charla

And…. We’re Done!

Yesterday was a GOOD day. My 9th and final chemo infusion! I am feeling all the feels: happy, relieved, grateful, hopeful, healthy, proud, strong, brave….Reflecting on the enormity of it all certainly puts a lump in my throat.

I will head to MD Anderson in December for new scans and will be on a maintenance drug for a year. Ovarian cancer will be something I likely manage forever, but I am so grateful that this phase is behind me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your love, care, concern, encouraging words, and helping me navigate said feels.

Above all, thank you for helping me “kick it”!!!!

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23 responses to “And…. We’re Done!”

  1. Laura Avatar
    Laura

    Congrats Charla!! You are so strong and it’s just wonderful that you have reached the other side of this — As we say, F-Cancer!
    XOXO Laura

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  2. Tammy Avatar
    Tammy

    Yaaassss!!!❤️❤️❤️

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  3. Leah Avatar
    Leah

    You are an absolute bad ass! (Language😬)
    💓Leah

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  4. Rick Fey Avatar
    Rick Fey

    It took a strong committed heart to accomplish all that you have done. An inspiration to all of us. Thanks for sharing the good and the bad. We appreciate your honesty, optimism, faith and courage that you showed us. Didn’t go un noticed.

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  5. Carolyn and Bob Glah Avatar
    Carolyn and Bob Glah

    What a blessing!!! We are all sooooooo grateful!

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      kickitwithcharla

      Thank you Carolyn and Bob!

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  6. Lee Zacha Avatar
    Lee Zacha

    I’m so grateful for many many many prayers answered. You have been on the radar of hundreds (at least) who have interceeded on your behalf! We will keep praying for your ongoing healing and look forward to the next phase of your life and the life of the Snowmass Chapel. May you continue to be blessed …and a blessing to your community. ❤️. Hugs, Lee

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  7. Marie E. Kelly Avatar
    Marie E. Kelly

    💗❤️💗HURRAH AND FANTASTIC!!!! Way to ho CHARLA!!! Love you 💗❤️💗

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  8. Kim Bracher Avatar
    Kim Bracher

    You’re a trooper, Charla, and I’m so proud and inspired by how you’ve shared and handled this challenge. You’ll always be in my prayers. 🥰 Kim

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  9. Ci Beasley Avatar
    Ci Beasley

    Hello Charla,
    I am so happy, emotional, grateful and hopeful for your continued well being as you walk the path of your history and future diligence with your cancer. By embracing the “beast” rather than battling we may learn more about Love than could’ve been imagined.
    Thank you for sharing your journey. I so look forward to more of your insights, from the pulpit and beyond.
    Much Love,
    Ci

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      kickitwithcharla

      What a beautiful encouragement, Ci. Thank you.

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  10. Sudie Kirkman Avatar
    Sudie Kirkman

    Whoooo-hoooo! Prayers will continue, tears of joy are falling.

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    juliemcclain1@gmail.com

    Yeah Charla!  So happy for you and hope th

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  12. Nancy Ferguson Avatar
    Nancy Ferguson

    Hurray and Hallelujah! What a champion you are!

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  13. eferrer1102 Avatar
    eferrer1102

    F A N T A S T I C!! Way to tough it out, Charla. Must be such a relief. Am hoping that when your hair grows back, it’ll come back curly. I could use the company ☺️☺️

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    1. Mary Avatar
      Mary

      This is great news to wake up to 😍. You rock! Prayer is amazing.

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  14. Penney Evans-Carruth Avatar
    Penney Evans-Carruth

    Charla,

    Happy for you! You are, indeed, an inspiration. A huge contributing force in your healing is your attitude and faith. More power to you!
    Fondly,

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    Penney Evans Carruth

    c. 970.379.9133

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  15. Ned Cochran Avatar
    Ned Cochran

    Charla

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  16. Ned Cochran Avatar
    Ned Cochran

    Charla, wonderful news. BRAVO!
    Thanks for your note you sent me recently, sorry it took me awhile to thank you. My vision is a bit of a challenge right now, so screen time is minimal.
    We are looking forward to your leadership at the chapel, so wonderful to have you at the helm. You are an inspiration to us all.🙏
    ❤️❤️Ned

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  17. Melinda Wright Avatar
    Melinda Wright

    Way to go, Charla! You kicked it! With God’s help you have overcome a huge obstacle in your life. Stay strong! Keep the faith! Love you. Melinda

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  18. Diane Ford Avatar
    Diane Ford

    Thank you Charla for all that you have shared so bravely with us this past year. You have been encouraging and truly insperational to us all. Move forward now with hope and knowing that our love and prayers will continue to go with you every step of the way

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  19. christine flynn Avatar
    christine flynn

    what a gal and what a God! love the video too. xoxoxo

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  20. Dick Vincent Avatar
    Dick Vincent

    Hugs from your Duke pal in North Georgia! Marsha told me you are headed for another round of treatment. Hang tough, Charla. Love and support for you are everywhere. All the best.

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About Charla

In March of 2023 our dear Charla was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer which had spread to the lymph nodes. Charla is a beloved friend and pastor to so many. In an effort to keep all of those who care about her in the loop, and lighten the communication load that would inevitably fall on Charla and her family, we have established this blog. Please post your comments of positivity, prayer, encouragement, and inspiration on this site, or mail encouraging messages via snail mail.

Prior to this diagnosis Charla had tossed around the idea of starting a podcast. With a background in PR and TV, years of expertise teaching and writing on parenting and other topics, a Doctorate in Ministry from Duke University, and 13 years under her belt of co-pastoring and leading a church, Charla has a deep well of wisdom to draw from and “kick around” in conversation in a podcast setting. We can’t wait to “kick it” (slang for “hang out”) with Charla in the years ahead and hear her declare triumph over this diagnosis.

For now, we join Charla in solidarity, with love and constant prayer, as she kicks cancer out of her body.

Kick it with Charla. And lift her up in prayer.