Five Years Cancer Free!
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6. It is hard to believe it has been five years since I received…
Hallelujah Even Here
“Grief is exhausting”. My daughter said on Thursday night. She is so right. We had just finished a prayer walk at our local hospital for our friend and beloved Minister of Music, Roger McGee. He is in the ICU and things are not progressing as well as had hoped. We just received an update from the family that we…
It’s My Month!
He has made everything beautiful in its time… Ecclesiastes 3:11 Happy Fall y’all! Or in my house I call it “Pumpkin Spice Season.” October is one of my favorite months of the year for many reasons- the leaves are changing, pumpkin spice EVERYTHING, lots of football, the crisp morning air, Halloween… and my Birthday! This year is the big…
Victory in Jesus!
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 Happy Spring everyone! I hope you have been able to enjoy some beautiful Spring days and have been able to get outside and enjoy the beauty of the season. One of our families’ favorite Spring traditions is to walk around the DC Cherry Blossoms. We live…
The Battle Is Not Mine, It’s the Lord’s (Redux)
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen. Ephesians 3:20-21 One year ago, I was getting ready for my…
500 Miles
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; for His steadfast love endures forever 1 Chronicles 16:34 Happy Valentine’s Day! Chris and I don’t usually do anything overly romantic for Valentine’s Day, for several reasons. The first is, I am tired of planning events after Christmas, New Years, one February birthday and another one a few…
All Is Well
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon his shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Merry Christmas! We are doing well, and I hope you all are too. First, a status update – basically,…
Soaking in the Rays
“For with God nothing shall be impossible.” Luke 1:37 I hope this blog finds you all doing well and enjoying the Fall season. Where we live the weather has been beautiful and the trees are still changing. The weather has been so nice I have had the top of my convertible down – always fun! It has been…
Thank You, From Chris
While we haven’t really gone into details to this point, given the good news I think it’s appropriate to appreciate how far Barbara has come, and humbly acknowledge the vast community that have lifted us up each and every day. Barbara was diagnosed with Stage 3-B Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC), given that she had…
Taking Too Long…
I am weary, God, but I can prevail. Proverbs 30:1 (Apologies in advance for the long, detailed post… it’s been a busy few weeks) I hope everyone is doing well as you read this blog. It has been a while, and I hope your Fall has brought some fun outdoor activities. The weather here has been beautiful…
Fall Fixes Everything!
Be still, and know I am God. Psalm 46:10 What a Summer we all had! I hope the start to your school year was successful. Like most families with students, we are virtual this Fall. I will be honest, my boys did well, given the situation, but the first day of school was a little rough and seemed…
Last Chemo!
But they that wait upon the for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles: they shall run and not be weary: they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 How is everyone doing? Hopefully even with quarantine you have enjoyed some of summer. I know it has been a while…
Tired
Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 I am here at the beach with my family and although it has been wonderful, it has also been hard for me, mentally. You see, usually I…
Time Marches On…
O Lord You have searched me and know me. You know my sitting down and my rishing up: You understand my thought afar off. Psalm 139:1-2 Time for another blog post to let you know how we are doing and what to pray for. For starters, I cannot tell you what a blessing it is know that…
Fixing our Eyes on God
You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, whose thoughts are fixed on you! Trust in the LORD always, for the LORD GOD is the eternal Rock. Isaiah 26:3-4 Summer is here! The heat, the humidity, the sun, but unfortunately no pool for our area yet. Like everything these days, we are making the…
This Quarantine Life
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Here we are in week *who knows* of quarantine? I hear many people say they don’t even know what day it…
Anxiety and Prayer
Cast all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 We had great news at the Doctor last Friday. The sonogram showed that the cancer has shrunk- so all this awful chemo is working! Praise the Lord! On Tuesday at 9:30 I will begin 12 rounds of chemo – 1 time every week. Let me…
Here We Go Again…
I am sure of this, that He who started a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Chris Jesus Philippians 1:6 How is everyone doing? We are good over here – in some ways having chemo every other week helps break up the monotony of this quarantine. I have one…
Life’s Not Fair
Therefore we do not give up; even though the outer person is being destroyed, our inner person is being renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 I love Easter! I love the Hats – and I have had some great ones over the years. My hat for this year was the best yet! I love the new outfits…
The Battle is Not Mine, It’s the Lord’s
God is our refuge and strength a helper who is always found in times of trouble. Therefore we will not be afraid. Psalm 46:1 So how is everyone doing? I know – the same as we are – bored, scared, sad, and lonely. What a week! We received news today that our Governor is putting the state on “stay…
The O.C.D. Sloth
This is the day which the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalms 118:24 At dinner one night (a while ago) my youngest asked, “What is O.C.D.?” My husband pointed to me and quickly looked away. The other two children said, “Oh, yes, that makes sense.” In my defense, I said “Yes, I like things…
Dream Small!
…Stop and consider the wondrous works of God Job 37:14 One chemo down, many more to go. So far I feel good, and all I can do is be glad one is over – dream small! Because right now, even trying to look at celebrating the end of chemo is too daunting. The plan is to have…
Fear Is a Liar
When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. Psalm 56:3 I love this song by Zach Williams. It says…….“Fear he is a liar, he’ll take your breath, stop you in your steps. Fear he is a liar, he’ll rob your rest, steal your happiness… Cast your fears in the fire because fear is a…
A Long Day…
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you” 1 Peter 5:7 Thank you all again for all the prayers! We can truly feel them, and they are truly helping us to have joy and focus on the ways God is working in this diagnosis and giving us strength. As I posted earlier, this…
And So It Begins…
“He fills my life with good things!” Psalm 103:5 Since we shared the news with everyone we have been covered in love and prayers. We can feel the prayers – keep them coming! It has been such a joy to receive little surprises at our door: cards, texts, emails, packages, flowers and treats. Our youngest is thinking this…
Now What?
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 So, the doctor calls and tell me the biopsy shows that there are…
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