Dad is having a good day, well actually a few good days. He seems to be chipper and in good moods, maybe it's the drugs talking. Our parish priest from St. Anthony's came to the house yesterday to give him the Anointing of the Sick - dad told Father the dream he had earlier in the months when he was first diagnosed about how him and God were sitting on the back porch, etc... He said Father didn't find it too funny - tough crowd :)..... But dad is definitely in good graces with God, he has been talking to him every day as we all have. He is ready for chemo tomorrow, little nervous about the side effects, but he is ready for it, he didn't like taking this week off. He just wants to beat this thing as we all want him to.
There was a nice crowd at mass this morning - reminder that there is a mass Saturday morning at 7:00 at St. Timothy's for Uncle Wally. I know Theresa, Lisa and Susan are down there now and that Tonya and Cindy and Mindy were planning on going next week -so we wish them a safe trip.
I love the comic strip "Baby Blues" and if you are a mother, most of the time you can relate to it, I found this one and thought it was typical, especially of the men I know :)
Much love to all,
Sorry I couldn't make it to Mass today (work!)
ReplyDeleteI did come across a prayer that I thought might be worth sharing. And hopefully Captain Chemo will be tackling the nasty "c" cells again tomorrow! Take care,
Love,
Carol
Dear Lord, I thank You for this day,
I thank You for my being able to see and to hear this morning.
I'm blessed because You are a forgiving God and an understanding God.
You have done so much for me and You keep on blessing me.
Forgive me this day for everything I have done, said or thought
that was not pleasing to you. I ask now for Your forgiveness.
Please keep me safe from all danger and harm.
Help me to start this day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude.
Let me make the best of each and every day
to clear my mind so that I can hear from You.
Please broaden my mind that I can accept all things.
Let me not whine and whimper over things I have no control over.
And give me the best response when I'm pushed beyond my limits.
I know that when I can't pray, You listen to my heart.
Continue to use me to do Your will. Continue to bless me that I may be
a blessing to others. Keep me strong that I may help the weak...
Keep me uplifted that I may have words of encouragement for others.
I pray for those that are lost and can't find their way.
I pray for those that are misjudged and misunderstood.
I pray for those who don't know You intimately.
I pray for those that don't believe. But I thank You that I believe
that God changes people and God changes things.
I pray for all my sisters and brothers. For each and every family member
in their households. I pray for peace, love and joy
in their homes; that they are out of debt
and all their needs are met. I pray that every eye that reads this
knows there is no problem, circumstance, or situation greater than God.
Every battle is in Your hands for You to fight. I pray that these words be received
into the hearts of every eye that sees it, in Jesus' n ame. Amen!
The visit of the parish priest is a direct answer from God and the result of the power of prayer of so many. God has extended His arms out to Bill and is looking out for him. Thank you for the beautiful prayer, Carol. I hope to be able to say it frequently.
ReplyDeleteLove to all
Aunt Rita
Lisa, Susan and I made it back to town safely. It was so nice to be able to see Mom and Dad. Dad has his good days and his bad days. The last few days he wasn't really feeling too well. The doctors are working on getting his pain pills straightened out so maybe that's what is causing his nauseous stomach. The last few days he's been having a hard time eating or drinking.
ReplyDeleteTurtle and Mindy are leaving for Florida in a few days. Cindy won't be able to make this trip because she has bronchitis and probably shouldn't be around Dad right now.
Mom is an absolute angel. She's working so hard to take good care of Dad. It was very sad to leave this morning. I'm hoping Dad will be feeling well enough to make the trip home soon. Please say an extra prayer for both Mom and Dad.
Love,
Theresa