Monday, November 21, 2011

Unexpected Changes

You'd think, given my line of work, I'd be more aware of how life can change on a dime.

But nothing has prepared me for how my life changed exactly one week ago.

Last Sunday I went to the local ER with stomach pains.

One emergency surgery and some lab results later - I am diagnosed with cancer.

I am doing okay.

Healing nicely from surgery, but preparing to probably need another one.

Nervous about what to expect, but having great faith that it will turn out fine.

I am surrounded by love and support from far and wide.

Its weird to be "sick" when I don't feel sick at all.

I want to pretend that life is normal.

But it isn't.

So, I don't know when I will be blogging here again.

It might be next week, it might not be for months.

But I didn't want you all to wonder.

I am using another blog to keep people updated on what is going on with my treatment.

Its private, but if we've interacted before I'll give out the link.

Email me.

Prayers are all I need right now.

Thank you all for understanding.

18 of you had something to say about this:

  1. I hope you know how much we love you, sweetie.

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  2. I'm so sorry to hear the news. You will most certainly be in my prayers!!!

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  3. I'm so very sorry.  Hang in there.

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  4. Keeping your health and spirit in my prayers from Nebraska!

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  5. socialwrkr_247Nov 21, 2011 06:12 PM

    Love you back. :)

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  6. Sending healing energies and lots of prayers.

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  7. Oh no, I am so sorry. Can your mama come up soon? Is there anything you need? Prayers for you from Ohio, dear heart. I think of you often and now I will think of you more!

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  8. socialwrkr_247Nov 21, 2011 07:00 PM

    She was on a plane within 3hrs of me getting the news. :) She will be going home in a week, but then coming back for major appointments and such. Check my facebook page- the blog is posted there and you can get caught up on the roller coaster of last week. Thanks for the prayers! :)

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  9. Lots of good thoughts and prayers!

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  10. Wow, life sure can change in a heart beat hey?  So sorry to read this and sending warm wishes your way for a full recovery. I will certainly miss your blog, but totally understand that your focus has shifted.  God Bless.
    Suzanne
    P.S. Would love a link to your blog...

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  11. MariaG (Canada)Nov 22, 2011 06:15 AM

    I'm sorry ... I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I will keep checking this blog ... 'just in case you post. Praying for peace, effective treatment, comfort and health!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    MariaG (Canda)

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  12. Lurker HeatherNov 22, 2011 01:19 PM

    Oh my. I have been reading your blog for... well, at least a year. Maybe longer. Never introduced myself. I just want to tell you that even random strangers (like me. My name is Heather, btw) support you and are praying for you.

    Isaiah 58:8

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  13. You are in my thoughts.  Hope you recover quickly from surgery.

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  14. Holy cow. So many positive thoughts coming your way, from another lurker who hopes for the best for you.

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  15. hang in there, hugs and prayers from way up here too!

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  16. You're in my prayers.
    You are stronger than you can even imagine.

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  17. I've only lurked in the past, but wanted to let you know how sorry I am to hear your news. Praying for a full recovery.

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