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  • GmaFoley
    GmaFoley Member Posts: 7,091
    edited October 2015

    I am also one that lives there - my DH's co-worker was friends with the victims. The town is full of emotion right now. I have trouble controlling the tears.. I made this picture to honor the lost, the victims and all that were involved. Many are having issues with any startling noises. PTSD is rampant right now. I thank all that are praying for Roseburg, UCC and surrounding areas.

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  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited October 2015

    GmaFoley,

    I hope that the time spent in grief is short and that the peace granted by God will soothe your heart and those around you. Such a sorrowful event.

  • GmaFoley
    GmaFoley Member Posts: 7,091
    edited October 2015

    Even though I wasn't directly involved, I have started to have nightmares. Decided to go see my counselor that helped me through BC treatment. See her later today.

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited October 2015

    I hope that visit helped.

  • Hindsfeet
    Hindsfeet Member Posts: 2,456
    edited October 2015

    After I got home from Israel my oncologist put me through a battery of scans although in June all looked stable. I felt something wrong while in Israel why I didn't stay through September holidays. Looks like a major progression. I now have 10 tumors in the brain and the doc said if 10 there are probably 20. I was beginning to feel off centered while in Jerusalem. However, I was shocked to have a crop of tumors. I also had to have my lower back radiated as two large masses found, plus tumors on my lower spine. Well, my faith is being challenged, but rest in the thought God is bigger still, and my life and times are in God's hands.

    The rad radiation surgeon doesn't give me much hope. I'm continuing on Herceptin, but not Perjeta. They are giving me instead a small pill taken by mouth everyday that works a lot like Herceptin but this one passes the BBB. I react to most meds taken by mouth so pray with me that I can tolerate this pill, without all the side effects. Pray, I don't lose motor control and or my mind. I just say, Jesus, call my name and lets just get out of here...but only in His time.

    Need a few prayer warriors these next few months. I just want to be independent as long as I can, and have a brain. I wouldn't going any other way...just not lose my mind. :)

    Hope you all are okay, and life is good. I'm seeing answer prayer in my family, as God is using this diagnosis for my good, and my family. I am in the presence of God and I know God is in control, and bathe in His love.


  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited October 2015

    Hindsfeet, I will offer prayer for you, for your independence and clarity of mind. Our God is the Great Physician; He will guide you through. Blessings on you and your family.

  • QCA
    QCA Member Posts: 1,539
    edited December 2015

    So few postings here that I'm not sure if anyone still checks in anymore, including me. But, if anyone's here, I just wanted to post about my friend Doug, with pancreatic cancer. The treatment seemed to be a success and on the scans several months ago there was no evidence of cancer, but the latest news last week is that it's everywhere. Drs told him palliative care and he has refused it for now, although his pain is bad. He had a chemo tx Monday, which they hope will shrink the tumors and relieve the pain, but he lost 10 lbs by Wednesday and had to get IV fluids. Haven't heard anything in a couple of days. Cancer sucks. It just sucks.

    Kathy

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited December 2015

    Kathy, Is this the man that you had us praying for a year or so ago? My brain has a hard time remembering who did what & when, but I will pray for Doug's relief from pain, anxiety, and fear.


    And yes, cancer SUCKS!!!

  • SchoolCounselor
    SchoolCounselor Member Posts: 452
    edited December 2015

    I remember Doug. I'll keep him in my prayers. You are right cancer sucks!!!

  • QCA
    QCA Member Posts: 1,539
    edited December 2015

    Yes, it's the same Doug. I appreciate you all praying for him!

    Kathy

  • macatacmv
    macatacmv Member Posts: 1,386
    edited December 2015

    Ohh! I too hate hate cancer!!! A friend passed from brain cancer this week. They had tried so hard to do "everything" treatment wise right. He was diagnosed this summer and gone all ready!!! He was a genuine believer and we know he is in a wonderful place now and out of pain finally. But the loss is deep, especially for his wife and kids.

    Then a few days ago, a young man (32) died unexpectedly from a heart attack. He is right around my DS's age. He also had 2 young children.

    Plus all the violence happening in the world...........

    We need you Lord, more than ever, in our hearts, our minds and our souls. Help me keep my faith strong, please! I pray for everyone reading this post that you will have the peace beyond all understanding overtake you and give you a few moments of calm and let you be be filled with love today!

  • sheila888
    sheila888 Member Posts: 25,634
    edited December 2015
  • OG56
    OG56 Member Posts: 897
    edited March 2016

    Hello Friends, it has been quite awhile since I have posted, have been working a minimum of 60 hours a week and taking care of parents and grandkids up until this past October, when I decided to retire and live with my 86 year old parents,so I could provide their care and they could remain in their home. My DD had twin boys so that makes 3 grandsons! I am trying to like playing Dinosaurs and super hero's vs Barbie LOL! Had a 3D Mamo yesterday and then visited with surgeon who said all was fine. Got a call today for a re-do on my right (previous breast cancer side) calcifications were present. Hate to jump ahead but there have been no calcs since my original BC and now there are :( if I were to go with my gut I would say I have a reoccurance. Well, I will know a little something more on Monday. In the meantime I am asking for your prayers. Here is a pic of the babies to make everyone smile a little.

    Love and Hugs

    Lindaimage

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited March 2016

    Praying Linda..LOVE the picture-thanks!


  • GmaFoley
    GmaFoley Member Posts: 7,091
    edited March 2016

    Linda, Prayers are coming your way..

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  • OG56
    OG56 Member Posts: 897
    edited March 2016

    Prayers answered, Birads 2 ; repeat in 6months! Blessings to all of you xxx

  • GmaFoley
    GmaFoley Member Posts: 7,091
    edited March 2016
  • Lucy55
    Lucy55 Member Posts: 3,044
    edited March 2016

    OG56.. That's great news.!! I love the photo ! I have 3 year old twin grand-daughters :-)

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited March 2016

    Oh Garden Girls, sorry, I meant to post yesterday. But Happy Resurrection Day! Hope all had a blessed time in whatever you did.

  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited April 2016

    Back on this thread after a year and a half and worried about 3jays........

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited April 2016

    This thread sort of stopped with regular postings about the same time as all my fav threads. I haven't kept up with folks too much unless they are FB, like with you Barbe. I don't know anything about 3Jays

  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited April 2016

    She's Cherie, right?

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited April 2016

    I believe so. Barbara Archer may know.

  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited April 2016

    I see her on FB then, so it's all good.

  • Meece
    Meece Member Posts: 19,483
    edited July 2016

    I know I have been gone so long, but life has been rough and we just haven't bounced back like we'd hoped to. I know I just haven't been around and I didn't mean to abandoned the fellowship of all of you who have been so supportive of me. Please forgive me.

    If any of you ladies are still around I would like to beg for a prayer chain today. Our boy Matt has been through so much and last week after another beating by his wife he finally filed for a restraining order, and divorce. He has had sole custody of their 18 month old this week and he is an amazing father. I am prejudiced, I know. Today he went in for mediation about custody and the mediator would not let him speak his side. She (wife) was able to interrupt and make statements. He left the mediation feeling all is lost. Tomorrow he goes to court for long term restraining order and where the baby will live. Please pray that God will grant the judge wisdom to see through this woman's lies and manipulation. Three weeks ago she was angry with Matt and hit him with her car. I fear for his safety and the baby.

    Please pray for my DH and I. We have not recuperated from the loss of his son and this is also so stressful. I have confided in Eph about what we're going through and I pray for your prayers!

    Love,

    Meece


  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 19,757
    edited July 2016

    Meece, you and your family are in my prayers. May God hold you close during these trying times. May God guide the judge with open eyes and an open heart and a firm hand against the mother.

    Gentle hugs, sweetie.

  • Eph3_12
    Eph3_12 Member Posts: 4,781
    edited July 2016

    continuing to lift my voice to our Father, intercession, healing, and peace!

  • sheila888
    sheila888 Member Posts: 25,634
    edited July 2016

    I miss you Meece..sorry for all the problems the family is dealing with.

    I'm sending good thoughts and Prayers.

    Hugs

  • Lucy55
    Lucy55 Member Posts: 3,044
    edited July 2016

    Meece.. Sending prayers for you, and your family.


  • QCA
    QCA Member Posts: 1,539
    edited July 2016

    Prayers from me too, Meece.

    For those who remember my friend Doug---Doug went to Hospice last Monday and passed away early Tuesday morning. We were on vacation but came back early for the funeral. He'd had pancreatic cancer for 2 years. It just sucks. Finest man I ever knew.

    Kathy

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