I was up early today and finally decided to post some pictures. A wonderful new friend, Marlo, took the family pictures of us back in August. The wonderful backdrop is provided by my brother and his beautiful backyard (yet one more thing in a long list of things that have done for us). They were taken at the end of August, before braces and before MD Anderson. I also decided to post the crazy picture of Elizabeth's undefeated fall softball team. What I hope to show you, is that despite everything, we do get moments of just life. Moments that we took for granted not so long ago. Instead of treasuring the trips we used to take all the time, we treasure going to watch Elizabeth play softball. We treasure walking into church as a family to worship. We treasure Friday nights watching Star Wars Clone Wars together. So while I am all about vacations, trips, concerts, musicals, amusement parks, water parks, etc., don't forget to treasure the simple things this holiday season. Trust me, spending time with those you love is an incredible gift!
So, Mike is coming out of this week's chemo treatment and looks pretty good. His blood is ok and Elizabeth had 1/2 day of school. We are loading up the wheel chair and heading out to Trade's Days here in McKinney (outdoor market). We plan to wander until we get tired.
Prayer needs:
Mikes strength, blood, energy, health, and weight
Our new home - that we can close on the 20th and that everything will get done
Elizabeth and DNOW weekend next weekend (youth retreat)
Me - that I can pack up, move us, get things fixed, etc over the next few weeks
Enough help to get the above done :)
Praises:
Doug and Dena are taking vacation to help us/me!
Lisa is visiting this weekend!
Wendy and Jeff's wisdom in sticking all the boxes in the attic for this move
You will be able to put our new address is ink!!??! Wow.. no more pencil entries on us
People offering to help to move including FBC McKinney and from Four Corners Church
Returning stuff like Nancie's Refrigerator that we borrowed to keep all the TPN in for Mike. What a gift it is to remember where we have been medically and where we are right now!
One more day
5 comments:
SO wonderful to see your pictures and to be reminded of the simple things. Lindi is now "in" the "terrible twos" SOMETIMES so to read your words are a challenge and encouragement!!! Love and constant prayers, Gini
Elizabeth is a beautiful young lady! Thanks for the pictures. I really did expect to see the 'fridge! Only a "thing", but a grand thing none the less...praying for all of you daily.
Mary Ruehl
We are back in town and checking in...I sit here praising God for the news of the procedure and the scan, smiling at the Docs words of amazement....and blessed by all the pictures. We will be praying for all requests listed. Thanks for keeping us updated...there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you all!
Hugs and blessings, Roxanne
P.S. Thanks for checking on us and offering your home for evacuation. You have always amazed me on how you think of everyone...even with SO much going on in your lives. You're a treasure!!
Thanks for sharing the amazing pictures! Your words are so powerful ...take advantage of the simple pleasures that God gives us. Have you heard the praise song "Feels like I'm living for the very first time ...". Each day is a blessing. Good to the latest positive med. report. Always in prayer and petition.
Thanks for reminding me in the midst of craziness here...to keep my eye on the small, little treasurable moments, that happen daily if we are looking for them. You guys have been in my thoughts so much lately. I can't seem to find time to call, with the time difference, and our evening commitments...Please know that I lift you up everyday, thanking God for you and for what He is doing in your life. So glad about the house...can't wait to write in Pen!!
Love you guys
Sherry
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