Wishes for Slonedeb

kbugmom

Hello Deb,

  I watched a speaker on tv tonight. He told about reasons GOD does heal.I was trying to write them all down missed one. Spoke of faith in believing he still heals not just in the Bible. The love of GOD. Matthew 14:14 And Jesus went forth and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them and healed there sick. Deb he loves us just as he loved them. You know he has the power to heal. In his time. Deb I think of you and continue to keep you in prayer along with our other bc sisters. I try to remember as many as I can to call out in name. You are a fighter and inspiration to me and others. GOD bless....

faithandfifty

KBug keep us all focused on that heavenly compassion. There is healing and hope and I pray that our slonedeb has the opportunity to "know" that healing here -- yet among us.

slonedeb: reread all that Tender wrote yesterday about getting your ducks in a row and speaking with clarity regarding your needs and fears.

much love to you as you venture forward into the unknown.

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faithandfifty

slonedeb..... i'm eager to hear of your appointment

i hope you're able to check in and give us an update

the babies are blowing you bubbles tonight -- into their bathtime!!

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faithandfifty

slonedeb: sending you a soft summer breeze of goodness and energy.....

today was twins to the pediatrician day for all of their shots -- i just hated it, but they managed just fine: one great big huge scream fest and then settled right back down ok.

know that i am always asking the heavens for your relief..... from the pain, the uncertainty, the many unknowns, the fear, the frustration with your own kids, the side effects that present themselves.

you are fighting such an uplifting battle, deb. you're giving it everything you possibly can -- and that is an inspiration to so many. know that we're proud of you and we'll always remember how you stayed firm in your faith -- despite the agonies. you are a witness to lots who gather here. know that your own mama is so very proud of all the dignity that you've displayed in the heat of this battle.

dear Jesus, filled with compassion for those who suffer..... please enter personally into our slonedeb's journey. carry her with your mercy. reign over her pain. direct her medical team. enter her children with direction. sustain her dear husband. bless her sweet neighbor. hold her heart in your hands. allow her to rest deeply in the knowledge that you are aware of her suffering and that you care -- beyond our own understanding.

i ask that angels surround our slonedeb in this time of turmoil and fear.... hold her up in every way we haven't thought of, so that each day brings some appreciation for the goodness which does surround us -- even in the dark of the storm. please be with each of the sisters who carries slonedeb in their heart, offering encouragement and sustenance in our own faith journeys.

tho my words are that of a child, know that my requests for deb are that of a friend.

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TenderIsOurMight

Thunder, lightening and rain seem to be so very present of late here. Is it this way for you too, Deb, or am I alone in noticing the rain? Times like this can be hard on the soul, wear one out from the darkness, make one feel like mold is present where usually the four walls of life are clean.

 

You need not think you are not surrounded with anything but great love and devotion, Deb. For in truth, a light does shine on you, held steadily by all who empathize with your fears, your pain, your calls. Even in your absence, you rest lightly on my mind: you bring a smile, a nod, an arm around your shoulder when you might not be looking. Just so you know...

 

You have thanked us often and clearly, Deb. I am most grateful for your showing of response, of your kindness in the rainstorm and always admirable of your faith and patience in life.

 

A good night to you and yours, dear Deb.

Tender 

 

 

faithandfifty

slonedeb: a new day beckons. what will it bring? are there daisies blooming near by? can you watch a goldfinch dart past? what do the skies herold today? how about some cold sweet melon? a crisp glass of lemonade? will you hear from your grandchildren? do you have some new knock knock jokes for their entertainment?

yesterday i watched our two year old toddler-grandson, marvel forever over some grass growing between the crack of the sidewalk and the ants visiting there...... it reminded me to look at the world thru his eyes of wonder.

it is a blessing that we are offered the opportunity to live here amidst the splendor of this world.

i pray that you'll find comfort in the words of your friends here. you are never alone.

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pinoideae

God be with you, angels watch over you slonedeb.

kbugmom

Deb praying you are haveing a good weekend. If it is not such a good day ask the LORD to give you a brand new touch. He hears and answers. Deb he loves you and wants only good things for you. Cancer is not of GOD but he allows it. I do not have the answers but I must believe his word. No not very easy at times but it is wonderful we have him and one another. Deb I am praying for you and your family. I know how your concerns are for your kids. So keep believing and thanking him for this even though not yet seen and felt. Deb hugs. GOD BLESS......

TenderIsOurMight

Prayers for you tonight Deb, to be said as I listen to a cellist play Beethoven. 

 

I will just close my eyes and picture sitting next to you in peace....

 

Tender 

PuppyFive

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Puppy

faithandfifty

slonedeb: seeing Puppy's hugs above makes me want to do cartwheels!! i know that it will light up your heart to see her sweet hugs and know that she is well enough to send your greetings directly. what a joy and inspiration to know that your dear friend continues her own recovery......

today we take the babies up east of Cleveland for a family picnic of fun....

will be thinking of you throughout the day and sending you energy and enthusiasm for your day

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kbugmom

Deb missing you here. How are you? Faith talking of a picnic made me think you can have one also. Have hubby get some good ole watermelon ready and maybe he will grill some chicken also to have your own picnic. Maybe your girls could help and come over. Some fresh cucumbers sliced. mmmm Now I am hungry. It could even be sandwiches. Just time outside and enjoying the day GOD has made us. I know you may not be feeling so good but getting out will lift your spirits. God bless. Hugs my friend.....

slonedeb

puppy good to se you are you watching the race trnder thanks for worring about me and faith good to see you back bug its raining here so cant cook outside wish we could i went to onc thrusdaay and know nothing she though the nerosuregon had a spinaltap done and now she is trying yo get one done on me she hasnt called so i dont know went to chemo on friday and i am eally tired  i am swelled really bad right now and the lump on my head is swelling to the said there might be to much pressure to have a spinaltap done so pkease girls keep praying for me love all you girls  deb from ky

faithandfifty

slonedeb....... home from our picnic. so glad to see your post.

sorry that there's still so much that's unknown

am praying for you tonight

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luckywife

slonedeb,

Good to see your response here. You have been in my prayers too. Did the dr. start you on decadron/dexamethasone? This steriod reduces tthe swelling in and around the brain. If not, pl. check with the docs tomorrow.

I understand this is all scary but God is watching over us with all the prayers for you. Take rest.

Hugs.

-luckywife

TripleNeg

Here's a prayer for you Deb.... God is able, stephanie 

Dear Lord,
You know Deb so much better than I do. You know her sickness and the burden she carries. You also know her heart. Lord, I ask you to be with my friend now, working in her life. Let your will be done in my friend's life. Lord, I pray for my friend because your Word says I should pray for her healing. I believe you hear this earnest prayer from my heart and that it is powerful because of your promise. I have faith in you to heal my friend, but I also trust in the plan you have for her life. Lord, I don't always understand your ways, and why my friend has to suffer, but we trust you. I ask that you look with mercy and grace toward my friend. Nourish her spirit and soul in this time of suffering and comfort her with your presence. Let my friend know you are there with her through this difficulty. And may you be glorified in her life and also in mine.
Amen

faithandfifty

slonedeb: what a glorious morning, to come to your thread and see even MORE voices raised in prayer for you, on your behalf. you must realize how you've touched so many here. how many are following your journey -- with prayers and blessings and wishes.

so many have good ideas and suggestions.

i can't even begin to imagine how you are holding up in the face of so much, dear deb. know that God wants only the best for you. you are so strong dear friend. you show us that every day -- as you continue to cling to life.

our prayers will continue on your behalf: for your strength and determination, for your dear Jacky and for your children and grandchildren. do all you can to say the significant things to one another every day...... a good idea for each of us, whatever the details of our days.

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thank you TripleNeg for your witness and for the power of your words.... and LuckyWife your insight, too

kbugmom

Hello Deb. Pray it was a good day for you and you have a restful night. I have been listening to alot of preaching on tv a healing crusade. Made me think alot of what was taught about reasons we are healed and not. I know I need to be more forgiving of wrongs done to me. I don't want anything to hinder me from more blessings. He spoke of faith alot . You know Deb we need to always stay strong in faith. We are human so we lack at times. But will continue to lift all up in prayer. As long as there is breath there is hope. WE ARE BLESSED NOT CURSED... So lift your hands and praise our GOD. Praise him in this storm. I love you and all our dear sisters here. so keep the faith. GOD BLESS.....

faithandfifty

slonedeb here's a little verse that i hope will bring you a little bit of comfort for this morning:

"For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us."      -- Romans 8:18

I am so sorry that you have had such suffering. I can only imagine what glory lies ahead for you.

know that I am continually asking the angels to grant you mercy.

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kbugmom

Deb it is a a beautiful day here and pray it is there and you can get out. We so need rain here. Was reading my devotion for today and it was about a man who didn't expect GOD to heal him . But the man knew GOD could. That is like we all are at times.The prayer with it was claim his promises. So lets all claim them. Deb hugs.... GOD BLESS....

faithandfifty

grab your favorite blankie...... i've got the moon beams ready

sleep softly

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slonedeb

bug i know god csn still heal and at tims i wonder why he doesr i know we shouldmt question his decission but i do from time to time its been a windy day here bug steph thank you and faith for your sweet prayers and bug you and tender and all the rest for being such good friends and such good prayer warriors  girls i have app thrusday to get a spinal tap done so please pray it is normal i know it wont be but we can pray it will beso say an extra prayer please they changed my chemo to monday because of the spinaltap  so i guess i wont be having any vacation  we were going to go back to the cabin but with spinal tap wont be able to well girls know i lofe all of you and will pray for you  love deb from ky

faithandfifty

slonedeb: always love to see you post..... it helps me know how to pray for you..... all thoughts now focused on tomorrow's spinal tap -- i'll be asking for courage for you & calm as you face it

we'll have our own cabin get-away right here for you.... i'll bring the s'mores and light a campfire,

bug can bring the watermelon and i bet tender has a yummy something up her sleeve

we'll watch for lightening bugs together

we'll let your neighbor be in charge of the fish fry

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faith

slonedeb

hi faith cant seem to sleep worried about the spinal tap tomorrow wondering how bad its goinf to hurt ive never had nothing like it done before  i just hope it comes back ok and there isnt any cancer cells in there keep me in your prayers  love deb from ky

TenderIsOurMight

I know you're afraid of a spinal tap, Deb; even the name of it sounds scary to you and me alike. I had a similar procedure, epidural anesthesia and the epidural is one space up from the spinal space.

 

Amazingly, our moms in past years used "spinals" as they were called for pain relief during childbirth with great results. Often, they would sit up on the edge of the bed in a crunched forward, spine extended position, the doc would numb the skin, and then after feeling for the correct space, poof, in went the needle, and with adept sensing and monitoring by the doc, the spinal fluid was reached, confirmed, and then an anesthetic instilled. An experienced doctor could achieve success in giving a spinal in 5 minutes total (prepping, feeling, numbing, needle to spinal fluid, and installation of anesthetic). 

 

Nowadays, the technique is pretty much the same, perhaps even more worked out efficiently. For you, they will merely be withdrawing spinal fluid, not infusing anesthetic volumes, so perhaps it will be less cumbersome. Only hints I know is to try to stay as calm as you can (perhaps take a Xanax or such two hours ahead of the procedure), and to push your back up and out like a cat does when threatened, as this helps them procedurally. Maybe they will differ from this advice, and of course we need to follow our own doctors and nurses directions.

 

Please know you remain very much a part of my prayers, Deb; I will pray that the news is good news for you from this test, and that you don't experience any undue pain. 

 

Tender 

faithandfifty

Slonedeb: Just as Tender described, my daughter just had a spinal tap, prior to her c-section for the twins. She is telling me that everything that Tender just described is still the rule of the day.... staying VERY still and arching your back. Your team will of course lead you through in the manner they want.

She says that once numbed it merely felt like a big pinch or a little bee-sting. She says that her 'fear hurt worse'  ahead of time, than the actual procedure.

You can do this. Of course this procedure will shed some light on what's going on. I will pray for your strength and calm. Once the results are in, we will know more.

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slonedeb

thanks girls for your prayers and thoughts i am lying here wondering where all my posts went and how they got deleted from here i dont know what has happened girls i am scared but i know it has to be done to see what is going on with my head please pray the test comes back normal and i can relax a little thanks again girls i love all of you  deb from ky

slonedeb

thanks girls for your prayers and thoughts i am lying here wondering where all my posts went and how they got deleted from here i dont know what has happened girls i am scared but i know it has to be done to see what is going on with my head please pray the test comes back normal and i can relax a little thanks again girls i love all of you  deb from ky

faithandfifty

calm........... peace.............. strength............. courage............

deb, you can do this. all that you've been thru has prepared you for tomorrow

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PuppyFive

(((Deb...)))

I have missed talking to You....You have ((GOD)) Sweet Sis....He will make sure Your fine.....

I Love Ya,

Puppy