Jyoung20 Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Where to begin-- The last year has been devastating in my family. It seems that as soon as we deal with one issue something else arises. Three weeks ago, my FIL passed away. Today, we find out the results from my dad's colonoscopy. (they found 15 polyps, one pre-cancerous lesion and we are waiting for the biopsy report) My mom is going to need surgery for a goiter possible caused by her breast cancer medication (she was dx in January) There are many other things that have happened but I won't go into details. My husband asked if GOD was testing us. I said, "I don't know". But, we are always being tested by the devil. Keeping the faith and prayer will give us a stronger family bond. I'm sorry about venting but I needed to get these things off of my chest and I knew you would listen. Please keep us in your prayers. Thank you so much. God Bless!! Jamie Quote
Cindy RN Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Seems like you have had your fair share. Keep relying on God. This world is certainly not perfect, if it were it would be called Heaven. As long as we are here I believe the trials we go thru can strengthen our Faith in Him. The more we have to rely on Him the stronger we become. My prayers are with you. Cindy Quote
Ann Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Jamie, it seems that some families have more than their fair share of burdens and Your family definitley qualifies. I'm a firm believer that surviving tough ordeals in life really make you stronger. I know that I'm a much stronger, and in may ways better, person after losing Dennis. I guess I had always depended on someone else and suddenly I realized that it was just me and God. You deserve a big ole hug (((((((((((((((((((JAMIE))))))))))))))) and lots of prayers! I'm sending both! Quote
MilliBr1 Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Jamie, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Quote
Don Wood Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 There is no clear answer to why bad things happen to good people. We are asked to keep the faith, rely on God and do what we can to learn from the experience and make this a better world. You and family are in my prayers. Don Quote
bunny Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Don put it beautifully, but that's what I believe too - we're in gods hands, even when it feels like we're being dropped on our you-know-whats. you've had so much to work through, but you are a strong woman of faith, and you can do it! that said, I'm so sorry you have so much on your plate. vent away, heaven knows I have. xoxo bunny Quote
Calintay Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Wow tested is the word! Many prayers for you and your family hope all goes well with the biopsy report,suregery and of course yourself. Stay strong in your faith! Quote
Patkid Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Here is something that helps me: God does not use life's consequences to get back at us. God uses life's consequences to GET US BACK. NB: God does not send, allow or cause the life consequences that are ours by our human nature. HE USES them to bring us back to HIM and to allow us to be an instrument for showing others His power and faithfulness. May HE bless you, dear. Your struggles feel like so much more than just a few consequences, don't they? Rather they feel like piling on and unnecessary roughness, (it is football season)!! We are here for you for support. Brian and I have your family firmly in prayer. Call on all of us for reminders of how much we care and how we try to understand whenever you would like. Lots of love and hugs. Pat and Brian Quote
Nancy B Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Jamie, you and your family are in my prayers. Please feel free to lean on us anytime. Love and hugs, Nancy B Quote
cindi o'h Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 vent away! When you do, you are sharing Love. Whatever is on your heart we are here to listen. You listen to us, we listen to you... Prayers, Jamie. Hoping things will ease up awhile and your family gets a break. There is sunshine that follows the rain. Always. Cindi o'h Quote
cathy Posted October 5, 2005 Posted October 5, 2005 Jamie, You certainly have had your share, I know you are wondering when enough will be enough..I wish I knew why awful things happen to good people..Saying a prayer right now that you and your family will have some good news.. Quote
Kasey Posted October 6, 2005 Posted October 6, 2005 Jamie, Just believe me that I DO understand. Am keeping you close to my heart and remembering you in prayer. May God show mercy on those who serve Him. Kasey Quote
ma's kid Posted October 6, 2005 Posted October 6, 2005 Please know that you and your family are in my prayers..sorry things are so difficult right now. Libby Quote
Ellen B. Posted October 6, 2005 Posted October 6, 2005 Jamie, I don't know why all these bad things are happening. But I agree with Don, can't put it better myself. You and your family are in my prayers! Ellen. Quote
melindasue37 Posted October 6, 2005 Posted October 6, 2005 Jamie, You have definately had more than your share of bad news and heartache. I will pray that things will begin to get better for you and your family. Stay Strong, Melinda Quote
SBeth Posted October 6, 2005 Posted October 6, 2005 Jamie, It amazes me that with so much...all of this going on in your life; you remain so positive and strong in your faith. I will happily keep you in my prayers, but want you to know how much your attitude and convictions to your belief inspire me...especially today when I needed it most. Thank you! Quote
dchurchi Posted October 6, 2005 Posted October 6, 2005 Jamie, I believe God hears us whenever we speak to him. I will be going to Chapel today and will add your family to my prayers. We are here for you to vent to as many of us have done in the past. Debbie Husband Alan DX SCLC Jan 10th 2005 Quote
Jyoung20 Posted October 6, 2005 Author Posted October 6, 2005 Good news!! No cancer has been found in any of the samples from my dad's biopsy. He will have to have a colon resection of about 12 inches but no cancer. We are so relieved!!! Thank you for your prayers!!!!!!! GOD BLESS!!!! Jamie Quote
sharyn Posted October 7, 2005 Posted October 7, 2005 EXCELLENT.... yours is the last post I am reading tonight so I can go to sleep with good news in my head... Jamie, I couldn't be happier for you and your family.... God is good. Quote
jorja Posted October 7, 2005 Posted October 7, 2005 That is great news! I am so happy for your dad. jorja Quote
francesbean Posted October 7, 2005 Posted October 7, 2005 So glad to hear about your dad's results. Prayers still. Quote
daggiesmom Posted October 7, 2005 Posted October 7, 2005 Your family is in my prayers. So glad about your Dad's results. Holding you close ((())) Joanie Quote
rogfam Posted October 7, 2005 Posted October 7, 2005 Praise God for the wonderful news! I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers! Christy Quote
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