My little family received news that rocked our world! I still remember that day like it was yesterday. One year ago, my late husband Russ, was diagnosed with Stage 4 Liver and Colon cancer.
He had an ultrasound at 9 in the morning, and he called me around 10 saying they found spots. Then he asked if instead of coming home, could he go see our pastor. I said most definitely. I spent the new few hours calling everyone that was most important (family, and closest friends) to tell them what we knew. See up until this day, there were so many other possibilities on the table. Russ had been through 3 weeks of tests already.
By the time he came home, people were already over, and while I was glad for the support, I wish we would have had that day to ourselves. I knew my hubby well, and he was not a people person. I could see in his eyes, he just wanted me. To be honest, he probably would have even liked the boys gone for the day.
But Russ was also gracious, and everyone stayed, helped with yard work, and talked until late evening. That night though, we held each other and cried, not really talking. While it was nice to finally know, it was a devastating answer.
I can honestly say, that not once did I say it was unfair, or even think it. I have never been angry with God for this, either. I can truly say that God has never failed me or let me down. In fact, without him, I would never have made it this far, and have many things to be grateful for! There are so many others less fortunate than me and I would rather thank God for our blessings than hate him for problems. Life is too short to spend in worry, unforgiveness and hatred. It only cripples those who dwell in it.
Today is the day that the LORD has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it ! Psalm 118:24
I made it home on Saturday, having only 1/2 an hour until I had to be at church for a DVBS meeting. I am worship leader again this year, and I think I will need another vacation after this week ... Lol. Sunday, I got to pick up my boys and headed back to church. We had a great day hanging out together and they sure were clingy, holding my hands, sitting on my lap, making me feel all loved *smiles*.
I do have pictures to share and a card that I stamped, but this week is still super swamped until Saturday. Hopefully you can wait until then, and keep me in your prayers so I will have all the energy needed to finish out the week. I miss hangning out with you, so until next time ... Tootles, have fun and happy stamping!!
I am all the way out in Invermere, British Columbia - BY MYSELF !! The kids stayed at home with babysitter's, so I could recharge and have a break. I wanted to blog, but I can't figure out how to get pictures on here with my BlackBerry. I am posting pictures on Facebook, if you want to follow along there. The link to my profile is in the right-hand tool bar. Hopefully, I can come home and feel like a new woman, ready to take on the world. Hope y'all have a great day!!
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