Tic-Tac-Toe
(Written by Becky)
Mom is in surgery right now as I type getting a port installed for IVs so they don’t have to prick her every time. She’ll start chemo today. Please pray for our family? We are so scared, so weary. Please pray that Mom has very little side effects to the chemo. Please pray for continued healing for Mom and for Dad’s foot. (He’s still waiting for some badly damaged skin to heal before they will do the surgery for pins/screws.)
On a side note, Mom will be quite tired these next few days. For those of you visiting, would you please call Dad first to check that it’s a good time? She really loves visitors and, up until now, surprise visits have been fine. But now would be good time to call Dad first.
Nana playing tic-tac-toe with her favorite visitor:
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Hi Chris, I would love to come and visit but I know it isn’t wise. You immune system will be very weak and I have been trying to get mine back up to par. So if you are home and need a chat give me a call any time day or night. I think Bob left our phone number with John when he went to bring the extra juicer. We are praying for you and John and the children through all of this. Love ya, Mary
Posted by: Mary Pierce | June 23rd, 2011 09:50
Hi Chris,
As I was reading my Bible this morning, this.verse came into my eyesight and I immediatley thought of you. I have been praying for you not even being able to imagine what you are feeling. But I keep on seeking His word for you. Is.41:10
Fear not, for I am with you;
Be not dismayed for I am your God;
I will strengthen you,I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Keep up the fight as best you can and find your rest in Him who hears your every cry.
With all my love and prayers,
Linda. XOXO//
Posted by: Linda Bantz | June 23rd, 2011 13:12
We are praying here and at our church we regularly share updates and remind everyone to keep praying for Chris and John and all of the family.
Posted by: Melissa Worcester | June 23rd, 2011 13:49
We are praying for you and your family at this time!
Posted by: Kurt & Joan Akin | June 23rd, 2011 16:49
Hi Chris,
I find myself without words to say but just groans which I am trusting the Holy Spirit to interpret as I/we pray for you and your family.
Praying you will experience the reality of the good Shepherd carrying you in His arms as you take one step at a time trying to absorb and navigate the ongoing ‘multiple setbacks.’
With love and prayers,
Kathy and Dick
Posted by: Kathy Tyrrell | June 23rd, 2011 16:56
Dear Mrs. Richmond,
I have been praying for you daily, and getting updates from Johnny. I have reasoned with the Lord that your witness in this entire situation be pleaded before God and that he would show you his most divine mercy and heal your body from the top of your head to the soles of your feet. You have had a servants heart since I was young girl and all the ways you have helped others have played over and over in my mind as I think of you. I know Jesus looks upon you with favor for your witness and service to His Name. Even in this situation I see your posts proclaiming He is your Rock, Refuge and Strength. Your still continuing to Bless others and be a light in the darkness of this horrible disease. I have told Johnny that if there is anything we can do…rides, babysitting, or anything your family should need, even meals for husband who is home to please let us know. We carry this entire situation to the feet of Jesus and so many are praying on your behalf. In closing, in the lyrics from Josh Groban,
“When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary
When troubles come and my heart burdened be
Then I am still and wait here in the silence
Until you come and sit awhile with me
You raise me up so I can stand on mountains
You raise me up to walk on stormy seas
I am strong when I am on your shoulders
You raise me up to more than I can be.”
Love,
Laura Corrigan Kulbako
Posted by: laura kulbako | June 23rd, 2011 18:48
Praying daily. Psalms 23:1-6 <> The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. Such a familiar Psalm, but always so comforting. Will be praying for you as you go through the chemo treatments. Praying for healing and praying for little side effects.
Posted by: Ellen | June 23rd, 2011 22:46
I’m so sorry, Chris and John and Becky and Johnny! This is hard news to take – I know Chris has been doing HUGE amounts of work to control this cancer. She’s gone beyond what most anyone would consider doing to find healing. May you find God close and know He is with you – no matter what. We’re upholding you all in prayer. I wish it were only a nightmare we could all awake from. John, may your foot continue to heal and we trust your friends and family that live near you are able to help meet your needs too. How hard for Becky to be so far away. Thanks, Becky, for keeping us all up-to-date! Love to you all!
Posted by: Nancy Jonsson | June 24th, 2011 18:39