tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45653730559684495142023-11-16T00:01:53.788-08:00I Lift Up My Eyes to the Hills...Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.comBlogger315125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-60318407724165868762014-02-02T11:30:00.000-08:002014-02-02T11:30:09.800-08:00Celebrate Arkansas MagazineOur dear friend, Kelly Stamps, from <a href="http://www.kellyskornerblog.com/">Kelly's Korner</a>, wrote an article honoring Janet to go in our local Celebrate Arkansas Magazine. We didn't know about it until just now and we are absolutely floored. We want to share it with Janet's blog followers, she just continues to reach people.<br />
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To read the article and see the actual Celebrate Magazine you can go <a href="http://digital.ipcprintservices.com/publication/?i=193238&p=72">here</a>.<br />
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Kelly, you are awesome. We love you!<br />
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--JennaJenna Buettemeyerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12342843089585972374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-50803836137725117612014-01-08T19:29:00.003-08:002014-01-08T19:29:58.115-08:00Mom's VideoThis is Jordan posting. Just wanted to give you the direct link to watch the video we played at Mom's Celebration Service.<br />
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<a href="http://vimeo.com/83600661" target="_blank">Click here</a> to watch!<br />
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"This is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-73960172740265691962013-12-31T06:05:00.001-08:002013-12-31T06:57:53.091-08:00Janet's Celebration ServiceI am completely overwhelmed by how many people have viewed Janet's Celebration Service online. I think there were over 4000 last time that I looked and I would guess there were over 1000 in attendance. Her story is continuing to spread and with every view God's name is being heard around the world.<br />
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I'd love for you to be able to watch it still if you have a chance. If nothing else watch the video that she left and then her son, Bryan (my husband) and daughter, Jordan, sing a song in her memory right after. (Her video starts at the 52 minute mark)<br />
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Her brother, David, also gives an amazing eulogy of the chronology of her life right after. If you watch please comment and let us know your thoughts. We are so glad to be able to share this with everyone. <a href="http://new.livestream.com/fbcbentonville/events/2655191">Here is the link to her service!</a><br />
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Jordan and I also wanted all of Janet's readers to know that we will both be blogging on our respective blogs about life and how our family is coping after losing our sweet Janet. We'd love to have you follow along with us as we continue Janet's legacy. My post yesterday talks about our potential plans for Janet's blog and how was want to continue sharing her story! Please check it out.<br />
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<a href="http://gloriousrestoration.blogspot.com/">Jordan's Blog</a> & <a href="http://thebuettemeyers.blogspot.com/">Jenna's blog </a><br />
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We love y'all and thank you so much for loving on our Janet and helping her share her story.<br />
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-JennaJenna Buettemeyerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12342843089585972374noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-49328484305857327452013-12-29T19:23:00.002-08:002013-12-29T19:28:51.946-08:00Live StreamJanet's Celebration Service will be live streamed tomorrow (12/30/13) at 10 AM CST. I am posting the link below. Please join us if you're able!
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Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-46255816411313935212013-12-26T14:27:00.000-08:002013-12-26T14:28:04.186-08:00Funeral ArrangementsWe wanted to let everyone know that the arrangements have been finalized for Janet's funeral.<br />
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The visitation will be Sunday night (12/29) from 4-7 pm and the funeral will be Monday (12/30) at 10 am. Both are being held at First Baptist Church in Bentonville at 200 SW "A" Street, Bentonville, AR 72712<br />
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For our out of town friends and family, arrangements have been made at the TownePlace Suites in Bentonville for a rate of $59/night good for Friday through Monday nights. To reserve a room at this rate please contact them at 479-621-0202 and let them know you are wanting to reserve a room for Janet Pate's funeral for the rate of $59. Their address is 3100 SE 14th St, Bentonville, AR 72712.<br />
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In lieu of flowers we are strongly encouraging support towards Janet's
Memorial Fund. This fund will continue her legacy of investing in
student's lives and her desire for them to know and serve The Lord.<br />
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The donations received to this memorial will be designated for the youth
ministry of FBC Bentonville where Janet served for the last 12 years.
The gifts will be used to scholarship students desiring to attend
church camp and will also be used for future student ministry building
expansion.<br />
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If you'd like to donate money you can mail your donation to :<br />
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First Baptist Church Bentonville<br />
220 South Main Street<br />
Bentonville, AR 72712<br />
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And please make sure to put in the memo line "Janet's Memorial Fund"<br />
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Thank you again for the tremendous outpouring of support and love for our family during this difficult time. Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-73897063642356902022013-12-26T08:09:00.000-08:002013-12-26T08:09:42.456-08:00Janet's Glorious HomecomingOur family wanted to pass along the word that Janet is no longer sick. She is now in the presence of our Savior and is completely healed.<br />
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We will post information about services as we have it.<br />
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In lieu of flowers we are strongly encouraging support towards Janet's Memorial Fund. This fund will continue her legacy of investing in student's lives and her desire for them to know and serve The Lord.<br />
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The donations received to this memorial will be designated for the youth ministry of FBC Bentonville where Janet served for the last 12 years. The gifts will be used to scholarship students desiring to attend church camp and will also be used for future student ministry building expansion.<br />
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If you'd like to donate money you can mail your donation to :<br />
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First Baptist Church Bentonville<br />
220 South Main Street<br />
Bentonville, AR 72712<br />
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And please make sure to put in the memo line "Janet's Memorial Fund"<br />
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"This is the day that The Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad I'm it."Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-72476610305680841052013-12-25T12:43:00.000-08:002013-12-25T12:43:30.665-08:00Christmas DayThis is Jordan, Janet's daughter, giving a brief update.<br />
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Not a lot has changed since Jenna last posted. My mom has been in hospice since last Thursday. Since being here, her body has slowly declined. Overall she has been very peaceful and in no pain. She is to the point now where she is mostly sleeping, and not eating or drinking anymore. Her body is showing signs that the end (or <i><b>beginning</b></i> for her), indeed, is near.<br />
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God has given us all such peace through this time, and we are so thankful for the sweet moments we were able to have together leading up to what is soon to come. It's been strange, though, all this taking place leading up to Christmas. It's caused me to pause and reflect on what Christmas really means. Because quite frankly, it just hasn't "felt like Christmas" at all - which led me to start a blog of my own where my first post is about this very topic - what makes Christmas <b>feel</b> like Christmas. You can check it out <a href="http://gloriousrestoration.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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My mom has built an incredible legacy with her life. A legacy that, I pray, will not end with her passing from this life to the next. I pray that my family and I can continue what she started, and ultimately, what Christ started in her.<br />
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Our hearts ache beyond what words can express. I have no idea what the days ahead of us hold. We are losing a precious gift - Mom, G-ma, Lucy (Tony's sweet nickname to her), a daughter, a sister, a friend... But I thank God for the hope we have in Him. That this is not the end! We do not set our hope on what is seen, but on what is unseen. On the day when we will all be united with Christ as His bride. I thank God for this hope! I thank God for Jesus, and that even in the midst of such sorrow, we can rejoice in hope.<br />
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Merry Christmas!<br />
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(And Happy 51st Birthday, Mom! She said to us two weeks ago how wonderful it would be for her to get to see Jesus face-to-face on her birthday. She just might get that birthday wish. And what a wonderful gift she will be in heaven!)<br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"This is the day that The Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</span>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-21606723961395447492013-12-19T15:29:00.002-08:002013-12-19T16:28:19.330-08:00A peace that passes all understanding...Hi everyone, this is Jenna. I just wanted to update on Janet.<br />
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We've had a very sweet week with her. A lot of our family got to come in to town to see her and spend a few days with us. She felt good enough to be up part of the time and do a lot of things for us to leave memories for us and the kids, like recording books for them and leaving family recipes for Jordan and I. We are so grateful to have had this time because we realize so many aren't able to do those things before losing their loved ones.<br />
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She was admitted to the Circle of Life hospice home today to try and get her nausea and pain under control. She has had a very rough time with it and we are so glad for her to finally get some rest and relief.<br />
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Our family appreciates the prayers, food, cards and thoughts that y'all have sent our way. We are so appreciative of the Facebook messages and posts too and while Janet has been unable to keep up with them, the rest of us are doing our best to read them. I will try to update with changes as best as I can. We are asking for no visitors.<br />
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I also just wrote a post on my blog about how our family is coping if you're interested: <a href="http://thebuettemeyers.blogspot.com/2013/12/anger-and-grace.html">Here</a>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-24634991757871500202013-12-13T20:56:00.001-08:002013-12-13T20:56:56.105-08:00"Critical"<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I went in this morning for an updated platelet count and found out that it had dropped to 7,000, which anything less than 10,000 is critical. To put it in perspective, Rhett (my 10 month old grandson) had his blood drawn today and his platelets were normal at 515,000.<br /><br />I am now sitting in the hospital getting a transfusion of platelets and blood. This will be my last trip to the hospital. Tomorrow we are meeting with hospice.<br /><br />We met with the funeral home yesterday to begin making arrangements and we are meeting with the cemetery on Monday.<br /><br />This all may seem morbid to others, but it feels like God is wrapping up an early Christmas/Birthday present and pouring a lot of grace in there because it doesn't feel like it's happening to me. Although my body seems to be shutting down, I have felt great all day and The Lord has allowed to me feel well enough to visit with friends and family.<br /><br />So while all medical tests point to me being "critical", The Lord has given me grace to feel completely and surprisingly stable today. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">There is a song with the lyrics: "You're all I want, You're all I ever needed."</span><br />
<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I told some friends a few weeks ago that I didn't feel like those words were true for me because I still had so much I wanted to see and do. I wanted to be able to see my grand kids grow up. But I can honestly say now that these lyrics are true for me. Jesus is truly all I want and need. I know my family will be okay and that they'll take care of each other. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br />"This is the day that The Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</span><br />
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Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com47tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-16286778695850260522013-12-11T19:25:00.000-08:002013-12-11T19:25:27.250-08:00"It Is Well With My Soul"<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">How do you begin saying goodbye to friends and loved ones?<br />
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As most of you know I went to the ER on Monday. I had been to radiation
and spent the afternoon with Jordan. I started having chest pains and
my hands started tingling. I figured it was anxiety related and decided
to go home. At the last minute I decided
ER was the better option. I am thankful the right decision was made. I
found out last night that it was a heart attack and it was not minor. I
feel this is still someone else's body everything is happening to. It
seems like another box continues to be checked
off my list. Who would have thought a heart attack could be added to my
list? My platelet count (allows your blood to clot) continues to drop
as well. I should be over 150,000 but when I was admitted I was at
38,000 and before going home today it had dropped
to 20,000. Below 10,000 is critical so we will continue to monitor.<br />
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We could choose several options, but my family, oncologist and myself
agree that it's time to surrender it all to the Lord. I feel He's told
me all along to wait and trust in Him. So I was discharged today and we
are home waiting for His perfect timing.
We will be talking to Hospice care soon and decided to make everything
as comfortable and easy for me.
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I considered letting Jenna blog for me tonight but realized this journey
might be coming to an end and I'm excited to see how the final chapter
plays out. I pray God will be very merciful to my family and they will
not see me suffer. I've lost a lot of weight
and still struggle with my appetite. I have 8 more rounds of radiation
and praying it will alleviate the lower back pain.
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This is where unexplained peace comes in the midst of the storm. No one
can explain it to you. Knowing Jesus has it all in His Hands and is in
complete control is how you have this peace. We as a family have
shared many tears today but we can all say "It
is well with my soul." </span></span><br />
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"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</span></span>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com80tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-75642742012892262392013-12-10T10:19:00.002-08:002013-12-10T10:19:42.856-08:00Update on Janet<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Hi friends, this is Jenna. I wanted to post an update about the latest with Janet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Janet was admitted to the Emergency Room last night due to shortness
of breath and chest pain.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They kept her
overnight to run some tests. We just got word back this morning that the tests
came back positive that Janet did have a minor heart attack last night, she is
doing fine right now but they’re keeping her for observation for 48 hrs. This
afternoon they are doing an Echocardiogram to see if there is a possibility
that the fluid that has been accumulating around her lungs is around her heart
now too. The plan for now is to wait on the oncologist to come and meet with
cardiologists to come up with a plan for further treatment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Please keep Janet and Tony and the
rest of our family in your prayers. Janet is feeling okay but we are asking for
no visitors right now. Thank you so much. I will be updating here with new
details as soon as we get them.We covet your prayers now more than ever.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Jenna </span></div>
Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-81142994702470132022013-12-06T16:14:00.003-08:002013-12-06T16:14:33.819-08:00Family PicturesKatie just got back our family pictures to us that we did right before Thanksgiving. We love how these turned out.<br />
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<br />Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-37359461662770384892013-12-03T19:39:00.001-08:002013-12-03T19:39:29.810-08:00"Routine"So thankful to be back home after and getting some good rest in Colorado. I was able to go into work for a few hours yesterday and it felt good to be behind my desk again. <br />
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My appetite is slowly coming back and I am so thankful for that wonderful blessing. I need a lot more meat on my bones but at least I'm headed in the right direction. I was able to get good rest today and attended our staff Christmas party tonight. It feels so good to be around friends again and not having a set agenda to follow but to allow my body to rest and move as it is able. <br />
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I began a new treatment of radiation today on my lower back pain that I have been having. I will have a total of eleven treatments and I am praying for amazing results again with no side effects. We will see my doctor on Friday and will take the next steps accordingly for future treatment plans in regards to chemo or not. I have not had any chemo type drug in my body since before the end of September. Jesus has definitely been fighting this battle for me and we are praying for wisdom on the next step of action to fight this battle. I am so thankful that no matter what, I am resting in His timing and planning and there is no need to worry about my tomorrow. He has the battle already won. <i>Psalms 28:8-9 "The Lord is the strength of his people; he is the saving refuge of his anointed. Oh, save your people and bless your heritage! Be their shepherd and carry them forever."</i><br />
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<i>"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</i>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-65798396860888917872013-12-02T06:18:00.001-08:002013-12-02T06:18:37.529-08:00Katie Cole PhotographyYou might have noticed that Janet has a new picture at the top of her blog. Our sweet friend Katie Cole did new family pictures for us right before we left for Colorado since the old pictures were missing our two newest family members (David and Rhett).<br />
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Katie is a photographer located in Bentonville who specializes in Families, Kids and Newborns. She has done several sessions for our family including the latest picture above. She has the sweetest spirit and we love her work.<br />
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Here are just a few of the photos she has done for us:<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> My thoughts today November24th, 2013<br />
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The week of Thanksgiving officially began on the calendar today. I pray
I never have to wait until this week to be grateful for ALL God has done
and continues to do for me. I'm sitting on a plane headed to
Breckenridge, CO to spend quality refreshing time
with my family. This is our first official "family vacation". We'll
have three of our four married kids along with us and seven out of eight
grand kids together at a home in the mountains for the week provided by Tony's
amazing friend. Since my last big
battle of hospitalization I've seen God literally pick me up and carry
me through this storm. It has been quiet a journey, but He's never left my
side and continues to show me grace and strength for each new day.
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</span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Several months ago </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I was afraid that I would cause our family to miss
out on this trip. Jordan and I were on our way home from Oklahoma after
seeing a young man lose his fight against cancer. I wasn't feeling
well and was so ready to be back home. Jordan
was looking for a song to play for me that reminded her of my life and I
was wondering in my mind would I physically be able to
make a trip to Colorado without health issues and would I be burdensome to my
family. As I was deep in
my thoughts I looked up and on the side of the road there was a sign
that said "Colorado Lift Tickets". That may not seem weird, but the
timing and location was nothing but God "winking" at me to give me hope
that this trip would become possible. The sign
was in the middle of nowhere in Oklahoma and the timing was not a
coincidence like some would claim, but just another reminder that God is
in every detail of our lives.
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The kids and grand kids will be out purchasing lift tickets tomorrow and
tackling the snow slopes. I'm so thankful to know I will not be
putting on skis but can go out and watch them have a great time. </span></span><br />
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November 26th Tuesday<br />
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Everyone has adapted well to the altitude after some much needed rest from
traveling to get to Colorado. The first day of travel is always the
longest and hardest, but God sent His angel armies all around us and
allowed us safety even through the snow storm while
driving to our vacation home for the week. The home is incredible in
the midst of the mountains. All the adults have their own bedrooms.
The adults with kids had to share rooms, but beds were available for
everyone. Tony and I had the master suite and God
was into every detail of our room. The king size bed and pillows are
exactly what we have at home, so we didn't even have to adjust to a new
mattress. That may seem like a coincidence, but I say it is another "God
wink". He has provided everything for our week
of refreshment and relaxation. We were able to find a Walmart with box
fans in Colorado in the middle of Winter. Our family believes box fans are the best way to get good rest to drown out the noise,
especially when you have 15 people including 2 toddlers and a baby under
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Everyone seems to be enjoying themselves whether hanging out at the
house or on the ski slopes. I am so thankful my appetite has increased
and I'm getting plenty of rest. The menu was planned out for the entire week, and after several hours of grocery shopping,
Tony and Kimberly conquered the list of every item and ingredient.
There will probably be several more runs to the store, but the bulk of
the food shopping was accomplished. </span></span><br />
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Thanksgiving Day-Blessed beyond measure. Everyone did their part to
help prepare an unbelievable meal for our Turkey dinner. We all were
able to go out and play in the snow and even conquered getting a family
picture before our meal. Afterwards we all just
relaxed and had no agenda. The best part of the day was in the
evening. After putting the 2 little ones to bed we had a family
worship service. Everyone shared what they were thankful for and we
worshipped together in songs as a family and ended our evening
in prayer. There was no doubt God was in the midst and He provided a moment I think
we'll always cherish. I love Psalm 121 because I feel that is what God
did for us all week. We lifted our eyes to the hills (mountains) and
the closeness of His grace and presence was
with us all week. He never slumbered or slept but kept His care over
us. To have 5 separate families come together and truly enjoy time
together with no arguing or dysfunctional times for a whole week is a
miracle. We truly soaked in God's goodness with
such gratitude for allowing us time do rest in Him. </span></span><br />
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I truly felt so many prayers being poured out over me this past week. I
rested well along with a small appetite and relaxed the whole
time other than a little shopping on Wednesday. After everyone else left early
Friday morning, Tony and I had a day alone
with our twins. We took them to dinner at Bubba Gump and it is always an
extra blessing to spend time with the most amazing teenagers I've ever
met. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We are now back on our flight home and I have mixed emotions. </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> I can look back
and see that t</span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">his week
was definitely orchestrated by God's hand in every area. We step back into reality in a few short hours, but I'm at
peace with whatever lies ahead. I could die
tonight and feel my life was complete because of ALL Jesus has done for
me. He has been my everything and without Him I have no Hope or true
Joy. My heart's desire is to watch my grand babies grow up and live
their lives totally sold out to Him and I am so
thankful for our grown adult children having the same desire to raise
their kids pointing them to our Savior in their daily lives. Nothing
is more taxing and rewarding than</span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> a young family</span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> raising their children in this world and
teaching God's principles and truths. But seeing
your fruits/ reward when your kids become parents themselves with the
right perspective is an unexplainable blessing.
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Thank you for all the prayers and thoughts towards our family this
week. The pictures below give you a small glimpse of our blessed week. </span></span><br />
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</span></span>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-54459332029998648662013-11-23T19:07:00.001-08:002013-11-23T19:07:58.013-08:00"Answered Prayers"<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(130, 98, 83, 0.09375); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(191, 107, 82, 0.496094); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.296875); -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-family: Noteworthy; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 24px;">Prayers are being answered on my behalf. Today has been my best day in a long time. The nausea and lower back pain have been very minimal. I've been getting good rest and sleep at night. I was able to feel good trying to get all our winter ski clothes together for this upcoming week's travel. For the first time in over a month I was able to go out and eat. Tony took me to eat fish tacos because it actually sounded decent to me. Praise the Lord I was able to eat them and they tasted good. We did a little shopping and my body felt stronger than it has in a long time. God is so good and I know it's because of His grace things are getting better. Thank you for so many prayers and encouragement from so many of you. God is listening and answering. </span><br />
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We are so thankful to have someone staying at our home while we are gone. We have a good friend coming to town that needed a place to stay, so it works out good for both families. We know God is going before us this week and we are expecting an amazing refreshing week for our whole family. We will not have Internet at the condo but all the more to relax and refresh away from part of social media. We will have cell phone service. </div>
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I have been so grateful for this day and my health. I've been thanking and praising Jesus all day. </div>
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</span>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-22022150278268787762013-11-20T19:42:00.000-08:002013-11-20T19:58:38.227-08:00"Learning Life's Blessings"<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I've learned some important lessons and life blessings lately. Never take what you have for granted.
I didn't realize how truly blessed I've been all my life and feel God
has not received all the praise He deserves
from me. I never realized the ability to taste and smell was so
important to enjoying the food I was eating. My appetite is still gone and
eating food can be such a challenge. The only thing that has tasted
good to me since yesterday are party bean burritos
from Taco Bueno. Those that know me well know that I've always been a
huge fan of Taco Bueno, so this is a big praise for me. </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I've also taken for granted</span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> falling to
sleep and sleeping the whole night. Last night
was the first time I've fallen to sleep quickly,
but woke up a few hours later and had issues going back to sleep. I was
finally able to get some sleep and rest several hours later and woke up
feeling more refreshed than I have in a long time. Having a healthy back
with no back pain has been taken for granted
by me as well. I have several cancer spots in my lower spine and we met
with the radiologist yesterday and determined that I should do another round of
radiation after the Thanksgiving holiday. (11 in all) There will be no mask over my
face for this round of radiation. Thank you
Jesus! The ability to walk around freely and breath easily was never truly
appreciated. </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">My
lungs are now clear of fluid after last week's procedure and it feels so good
not to be short of breath and now breathe so easily. </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I can also now walk without feeling like there are 20 pound
weights on each leg due to all the fluids/swelling built up in my body from home
health care saline drip twice a day. I could name so
many more things, but the point is, I want to praise God for ALL He has
done and continues to do for me and realize
grumbling and complaining brings no glory or praise to Him. He has
given me an amazing life and He deserves my best and not my left overs.
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Jordan and I were able to go out late yesterday afternoon to have our
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I was able to go with Jordan today and we picked up Hudson from Mother's
day out and went to Sam' Club. It feels so good to be able to get out
of the house and feel life coming back into me. I need the rest of the
week to continue to go well so we can get
on the plane Sunday and have a wonderful week in Colorado with our family for
Thanksgiving. I'm praying each day I will gain more strength and be able
to get my sense of taste and smell back. I'm praying and trusting for a great
relaxing fun week for all our family in Colorado
and that my health issues will not be a burden. <br />
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Everyday so many people encourage me on this journey. Family, friends
and people I will never meet. I am so thankful for the strength and
power that comes from prayers and encouragement. There is a battle
raging on, but God is working all things out for my
good and His glory. I pray He will make the most of me while I have
breath on this earth. Below is a new song that Jordan heard today and I
wanted to share it. It's called "You Make The Most Of Me by Marie
Miller. </span></span><br />
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<i>On my own<br />
I'm afraid to step out on the sea<br />
All alone<br />
No mountain will move for me<br />
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But You breathe Your life into my soul<br />
You take away the impossible<br />
I can feel Your mystery moving in my hands and feet<br />
Leading me through disbelief, finding strength when I feel weak<br />
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You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
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With You here<br />
I see sight return to the blind<br />
When You're near<br />
I can watch the dead come to life<br />
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You shine Your light into our souls<br />
You make all things possible<br />
I can feel Your mystery moving in my hands and feet<br />
Leading me through disbelief, finding strength when I feel weak<br />
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You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
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When I don't have the words<br />
You will be my voice<br />
When I don't understand<br />
I will still rejoice<br />
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You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
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I can feel Your mystery moving in my hands and feet<br />
Leading me through disbelief, finding strength when I feel weak<br />
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You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me<br />
You make the most of me</i><br />
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<i>"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it." </i><br />
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Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-65346155893101477282013-11-18T12:18:00.000-08:002013-11-18T12:18:44.938-08:00"Journey Around The World"When I began this journey with cancer 21 months ago I had no idea the battle would still be raging on. I thought it would be less than a year ordeal and that we would move on with our lives. God apparently had other plans for me. I decided from the beginning it would be easier to blog about my journey so my family and friends would always know what was going on in my life and be kept up to date more easily. What I didn't realize is that people from all over the world would get connected to my blog. I have said from the very beginning that I was on God's journey and I wanted to share His story and to know it wasn't about me, but about trying to represent Him well. I always read the comments that are posted but never look to see where all the people live that read my blog. Saturday night my kids gave me a very special gift. It is a canvas of the world with red pins marking all the different locations where people read my blog. I was overwhelmed to see how far God has taken this story. He alone is doing great things!<br />
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I haven't been able to attend church in four weeks. I told my son Friday night that I miss being at church because, when I'm worshiping with other believers and singing hymns and praise songs, I feel like I'm not sick and that God is healing me. Bryan took that comment and decided to bring the church to me last night. He organized a band and some of our friends to come over to our house for a night of worship. What an incredible night worshiping with my friends and family and to hear people share how they feel about this journey I have been on with such great words of encouragement. I felt like I wasn't sick anymore. I had no pain or sickness while everyone was here. It seemed like a small glimpse of Heaven to me.<br />
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God continues to show me this journey was never about me, but Him using me to tell His story to others. I am thankful that my hope and trust will remain in Him and that He brings others along side me to keep me encouraged.<br />
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<i>"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</i>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-72986555746504201632013-11-15T19:09:00.000-08:002013-11-15T19:31:42.386-08:00"His Grace Abounds In Deepest Waters"<i>John 16:32b-33 "Yet I am not alone, for the Father is with me. I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world."</i><br />
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The doctor confirmed that my cancer has progressed. The places that were seen on the scans in September on my liver and my lungs have increased in size. There is also a place on my back that has grown and that has been the cause of my pain this last week. Since the disease has progressed, I can no longer be on the clinical trial that I was on. There is a new clinical that I might start in a few weeks but we are still working out the details. I also have fluid around one of my lungs which has been causing the shortness of breath and today I had the procedure done to drain it. The doctor basically told us that because of the progression of the cancer, it was terminal at this point and we would only be able to manage symptoms. <br />
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It is hard to explain the peace I have with this news. I felt like God
took me out of my body today and was explaining everything about someone
else life. I'm not in denial because it is very real to me. Having
Jesus in my life is what gives me hope in this journey. I wouldn't want
to live without Hope in Him. <br />
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The timing of everything has been so evident to me of God being in control. I wasn't even suppose to have a CT scan until this next Monday but it was moved up to yesterday, then was able to see the doctor to today. We didn't think it would be possible to get the fluids drained today because we didn't get the results until noon. They were able to fit me in at Northwest Hospital. I was very nervous about the procedure due to the fact of having fluids drained off my abdomen several months ago was very painful to me. When they took me back to the procedure room I prayed and asked Jesus to help me get out of the boat in the midst of the storm and keep my eyes on Him. He showed me so much grace and there was no pain involved. They drained almost 2 liters of fluid from my left lung. No wonder I had shortness of breath. My lungs now have to re adapt and expand with taking deep breaths and that feeling is a little uncomfortable.<br />
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My family and I truly appreciate all the love, prayers and support during this journey. So many have asked what they can do for us and all I can say is pray for a miracle. We all shared emotions together today and I am so thankful we all have peace, even though it is harder on my family and friends, I know no matter what I have victory in the end. <br />
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Here is a song that became a theme song for our family today that I want to share. It is called "Oceans" by Hillsong<br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoZE2RsthRg">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoZE2RsthRg</a>.<br />
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<i>"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it." </i><br />
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<br />Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-5618250091892768292013-11-14T19:39:00.000-08:002013-11-14T19:39:55.820-08:00"Bed Rest"God answered many prayers today on my behalf. I was able to drink the barium for my CT scan and had no issues with swolling it or keeping it down. Thank you to everyone that fasted and prayed for me today. We go in tomorrow morning to find out the results.<br />
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When we arrived at home this afternoon there were three men from church mowing and picking up all our leaves. What a tremendous blessing. Thank you Randy, Richard and Gary for all you did. God cotinues to show us His love through others.<br />
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I was sent home after my appointment today basically on bed rest due to so much swelling in my legs and left arm. My potassium is still too low so I have to take medication to rebuild it.<br />
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I will rest and trust in my Savior for tomorrow's outcome.<br />
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"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-13621129671624067332013-11-13T19:24:00.000-08:002013-11-13T19:24:04.142-08:00"Continued Grace"Tony and I made it to Highlands this morning and was able to avoid the ER last night. I was evaluated by a nurse and she confirmed everything with a doctor. They decided to do blood work and found out my potassium was very low which can effect your heart. They were able to give me Laxis and potassium. The swelling has gone down and I will be reevaluated tomorrow morning. <br />
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I go in at 10:30 AM to start drinking my barium in preperation for the CT scan. I know many are praying and fasting for me tomorrow. My heart is overwhelmed with God's love reflected through His people. When I saw on Facebook and church email about the prayer/fasting all I could do was raise my hands, weeping and praising Jesus for such grace, love and support being shown to me. God has this and all I have to do is continue to rest and trust in Him.<br />
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Tony went to see his mom later this afternoon and was surprised with her improvement. She was able to make complete sentences from only being in a mumbling state a few days ago. She even asked him for a cherry limeade from Sonic!!<br />
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<i>Isaiah 58:6-11</i><br />
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<i><span class="text"><sup>6 </sup>“Is this not the fast which I choose,</span><br /><span class="text">To loosen the bonds of wickedness,</span><br /><span class="text">To undo the bands of the yoke,</span><br /><span class="text">And to let the oppressed go free</span><br /><span class="text">And break every yoke?</span><br /><span class="text"><sup>7 </sup>“Is it not to divide your bread with the hungry</span><br /><span class="text">And bring the homeless poor into the house;</span><br /><span class="text">When you see the naked, to cover him;</span><br /><span class="text">And not to hide yourself from your own flesh?</span><br /><span class="text"><sup>8 </sup>“Then your light will break out like the dawn,</span><br /><span class="text">And your recovery will speedily spring forth;</span><br /><span class="text">And your righteousness will go before you;</span><br /><span class="text">The glory of the </span><span class="small-caps"><span style="font-variant: small-caps;">Lord</span></span><span class="text"> will be your rear guard.</span><br /><span class="text"><sup>9 </sup>“Then you will call, and the </span><span class="small-caps"><span style="font-variant: small-caps;">Lord</span></span><span class="text"> will answer;</span><br /><span class="text">You will cry, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’</span><br /><span class="text">If you remove the yoke from your midst,</span><br /><span class="text">The pointing of the finger and speaking wickedness,</span><br /><span class="text"><sup>10 </sup>And if you give yourself to the hungry</span><br /><span class="text">And satisfy the desire of the afflicted,</span><br /><span class="text">Then your light will rise in darkness</span><br /><span class="text">And your gloom will become like midday.</span><br /><span class="text"><sup>11 </sup>“And the </span><span class="small-caps"><span style="font-variant: small-caps;">Lord</span></span><span class="text"> will continually guide you,</span><br /><span class="text">And satisfy your desire in scorched places,</span><br /><span class="text">And give strength to your bones;</span><br /><span class="text">And you will be like a watered garden,</span><br /><span class="text">And like a spring of water whose waters do not fail.</span></i><b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: 'Lucida Calligraphy'; font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<i><span class="text">"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</span></i></div>
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<br />Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-9870956356825510272013-11-12T20:58:00.000-08:002013-11-12T20:58:43.591-08:00"Your Grace Finds Me"Prayers were answered for me today. I was able to eat three meals today and none of them included Ramen noodles. My throat continues to feel better each day. I had a rough night of sleep so I felt tired most of the day. I called the doctor this morning to get an antibiotic for a sinus infection and to see if I could get help with sleeping. I think between medication and weakness, my restless nights need a little help. <br />
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Later this afternoon I decided it was time to take a shower and I knew my legs felt heavy and tired through out the day but figured it was from recovery of being in the hospital so long. My left leg was swollen almost twice it's normal size. I called Highlands but it was too late to go there but I talked with a nurse and they weren't sure what to tell me except get my legs elevated right away. Thankfully my DIL Jenna came over with her medical bag and checked me out. I have gained 10+ pounds since Friday. Normally that would have made me happy except my lack of appetite I knew it wasn't food related. My left arm was swollen as well. My blood pressure was normal. She listened to my lungs and was concerned about my left side. I've have been having shortness of breath since the weekend but again related it to my weakness. I talked to the oncologist on-call and explained everything to him and told him that I have an appointment in the morning at Highlands. I was afraid he was going to have me back in the ER but thankfully he told me to keep my legs elevated and to stop my IV fluids. Praying for great rest tonight for me and Tony.<br />
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I have another new favorite song that I want to share.<br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXZf-rc_XaA">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXZf-rc_XaA</a><br />
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I know no matter what I am going through, God's great grace is with me.<br />
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<i>"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."</i>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-29947303811303886222013-11-11T19:02:00.000-08:002013-11-11T19:02:53.326-08:00"Baby Steps"It's amazing how slow your body can move after spending over a week in the hospital. I had to go to Highlands today for them to change out my port needle for my IV treatments at home. Taking a shower and getting ready took more energy than I realized. Oh the many wonderful things in life I've always taken for granted. While we were there at my appointment they scheduled my CT scan for this Thursday, then I'll see the doctor on Friday. My original scan wasn't scheduled until November 18th, but with everything that's been going on lately, the doctor thought the sooner the better. <br />
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Tony saw his mom today and there were a few signs of improvement. She said his name and asked for a drink of water. They discovered her sodium levels were not where they should be. We have no idea of how long she will be in this condition. <br />
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We have not been to Bryan and Jenna's house in a long time or seen Hudson and Rhett since I was in the hospital. Tony wanted to go get Hudson to bring him to our house. Hudson is GPa's sanity and therapy. Jordan came to our house as we were leaving and wanted to go with us, so I rode with her and Tony followed in his car. It was good to be with the family again, they are my therapy. Bryan and Jenna have been gracious enough to take Oscar (our dog) to their house during my healing and it's been such a blessing that he's one less thing Tony has to take care of. <br />
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When we got to their house Hudson ran outside and was so happy to see us. He actually loves seeing his GPa and Jordan and I get thrown in the mix. Hudson asked where we've been and we told him I was sick and was in the hospital. He asked if I was all better and we told him I was still a little sick and his comment was "I'll tickle her to <span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.296875);">feel all better." While we were eating dinner he asked about my tummy being sick. I told him when he prayed to ask Jesus to make me all better. He put his little hand on my stomach and said "Jesus make GMa's tummy better." I know God loves little children and I'm praying He's answering Hudson and many other little children's prayers on my behalf. I've had many moms tell me their children pray for me and my heart is so blessed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.296875);">"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it." </span>Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-15085688654096280802013-11-10T19:59:00.001-08:002013-11-10T19:59:52.186-08:00"Prayers Sustaining Me"Today started off rough after having a restless night of sleep from back spasms. I began early morning being very sick vomitting and felt like there was nothing left inside of me. We would have gone to the ER if I didn't have IV fluids at home. By late morning I was feeling better and was able to get a great nap. It's almost bedtime and I'm so thankful I've been able to keep all my food down today. I know many are praying and some have fasted for our day to be better and I'm thankful to say God answered your prayers. I still struggle with poor appetite and the smell and taste of food is hard to digest. The fluid on my stomach has increased and I pray it will not require drainage. Everyday is a new day blessed by God if we choose to open our eyes and see His blessings. It's been hard to see blessings in the midst of my suffering but I know God's grace finds me and is with me through it all.<br />
I have the greatest care giver in the world and I'm so thankful he continues to show me so much unconditional love. Thank you for your prayers.<br />
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"Today is the day the Lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it."<br />
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<br />Jenna Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237169711003892349noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4565373055968449514.post-7685289513772228722013-11-09T18:57:00.003-08:002013-11-09T18:57:55.736-08:00"Praying For A Miracle"<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(130, 98, 83, 0.09375); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(191, 107, 82, 0.496094); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.296875); font-family: Noteworthy; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 24px;">I wish there was a great update on my day, but that's not the case. I was able to eat a little better for breakfast and lunch but at dinner time I lost everything that has gone into my body. If it weren't for my IV saline fluids I'm getting at home twice a day, I would probably be back in the hospital. I've started retaining fluid in my stomach and abdomen that is causing some discomfort. <div>
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I would love a miracle to take place for me and our family. Two weeks from tomorrow we have planned a trip to Breckenridge, CO. We were planning on staying there a whole week for Thanksgiving. Everyone has already purchased airline tickets except our family in Houston will be driving. I know God can do great things so I will rest in Him and His planning. </div>
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"Today is the day the Lord has made I will rejoice and be glad in it."</div>
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