This is me with my friend Janis, the photo was taken four years ago when we visited her and her husband at their ranch in Oklahoma. Janis and I were next door neighbors here in North Carolina back in the day, we raised our families together and our lives overlapped every day in all the very best ways. I got a phone call from her daughter last week and even before I answered my heart dropped into my stomach-- I knew something was wrong. It is. Janis found a small lump on her collarbone, she immediately called her doctor and was in the office that very afternoon; from there things have escalated at a very fast pace. She has received a lymphoma diagnosis, has been assigned an oncologist, has had a biopsy and a PT scan and will begin chemotherapy treatment next week. In the meantime she'll have a chemo port put in, have a bone marrow specimen drawn and attend a class on "what to expect" going forward. Her oncologist is the son of a Methodist minister and a firm believer in the power of prayer. Please join me in praying for my dear and loyal friend; my prayers are for complete healing and for Janis, for comfort, strength and patience as she receives her prescribed course of treatment and for peace and support for her loving family.
And, if I may ask for yet another prayer: this one for our daughter and her family. They lost their precious Sophie last week. Sophie was the best dog; quiet and loving. This photo was taken a year ago when we kept her while the family traveled to Disney World, she always wanted to be snuggled up wherever Hannes was, or as close to her humans as she could possibly be. She will be sorely missed by all of us. My daily prayer includes one for healing balm for their broken hearts and the hope that happy memories of Sophie replace the sadness and sorrow that descends following the loss of a beloved pet.
Thank you, I am truly grateful.
Life is Good!
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Prayers sent.
Prayers being sent for Janis. It's tough when a dear friend gets a diagnosis like that. I hate that helpless feeling. I know you want to be close by and shower them with hugs. I've been through that recently and thankfully she is doing well. My wish is the same for your friend. Hugs to you both. Prayers, too!
Sending prayers!
Ohhh, my heart resonates with you in these moments of asking for prayer for those dear to your heart. Looking to our tender comforter and creator, who loves and cares.
I will pray for Janis and her recovery. Loved that pic in Stillwater at Eskimo Joe's! Sandy at sewhigh.blogspot.com
Always ready to pray for those in need of the comfort and healing of the Spirit. Thank you for including us.
Prayers! We are going through such a difficult times!
consider it done mrs. g...
I believe in the power of prayer!!
Praying for your friend, Janis and her family.
Praying for the broken hearts of your family members as they grieve the loss of a "special" puppy dog!!
Praying for you as well.
Blessings.
Carolyn Thompson
I have been in the very same spot as Janis - lump on neck - lymphoma diagnosis - all the tests, chemo, radiation and a successful outcome that has endured for seven years. I was so grateful for every prayer and healing thought that came my way, and will pray for strength, comfort and a successful recovery for your friend. Blessings, Betty
Prayers up.
Blessings abound on your sharing of these family aches within all your hearts. Prayers embrace Janis for persevering faith in those who ever seek to know and apply more strategies for the uninvited presence of cancer. Cancer is rampant and raging with eagerness to claim its next victim. Prayers are relentless for abundant research that goes beyond the investment of dollars to the much needed results for Janis and throngs of others. To Marcia and her sorrow filled family, hugs from Carolyn as well as the ever wagging loving and grateful tail of Sophie. To all within our earthly and heavenly relationships....stay well...stay safe....keep sharing and feeling abundant love.
Oh Lord... The hard times are so hard. Help us to appreciate the times of plenty and health and loved ones. Thank you for Your prayer warriors that bring these friends and family members to You in prayer asking for comfort and healing. Thank you for putting Janis into the life of Mrs. Goodneedle. Give her strength and courage and let her feel Your love. Be with Sophie's family as they carry on through the sadness of missing their dear girl and thank You that You brought them together to share time on Your earth. Be with all who are hurting and thank You for being concerned with every detail of our lives. In Jesus' name. Amen
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