Dr Nordlinger began our appointment by suggesting we "look at the big picture." Quickly we came to the conclusion that Nancy was ready to stop chemo. She is worn out, and the longterm prognosis didn't justify continuing the treatments in her declining condition. HE has prepared me for this over the last weeks. More importantly, Nancy's heart was ready for this. After she got home, she told Terry Traylor and me that she is "relieved" by the decision to stop chemo. This is a dizzying, highspeed journey, but now it is time to help Nancy pack her bags and head home.
Pray for us to manage her care wisely, to love her tenderly and to point her to Jesus the One Who is choosing to shorten this journey for our good and HIS glory.
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21 comments:
I am so very sad to hear this. I don't know what to say. My heart breaks with you. Praying now for you all, and for God to make this time really precious. We love you both.
Nancy, We love you so much. We are praying for you and with you. Dan my dear Brother, May HE give you peace and sweet times.HE DOES LOVE YOU.
Ger.
You have our prayers and the prayers of a great number of people here in RO. Love you guys.
dan and nancy, this is so very sad and hard to hear.
please know that you and nancy are surrounded by those who love you, and we will do whatever we can to uphold you all during this time.
may you know the presence of your Father.
love
judi
I will continue to pray for all of you as you walk this road. May He be your peace and comfort.
Sarah (Viss) Rapier
Jesus, the Man of sorrows, knows this is so hard. Yet it is He who says to ALL of us, "I go to prepare a place for you that WHERE I AM, THERE YOU MAY BE ALSO. We cling then to this promise from His own tender heart and wait for the Day when we will ALL be with Him where He is! I love you and am praying.
Linda
So sad and sorrowful to hear this,yet rejoice that you both (and your family) knowing the Lord, the bond is deeper still. We love you....
So sad and sorrowful to hear this,yet rejoice that you both (and your family) knowing the Lord, the bond is deeper still. We love you....
I don't know you or your wife personally, but I know your daughter Leah. I know how difficult a time this is for your family. I am praying that the time spent together will be wonderful memories and that as God continues to prepare you mentally for this time that he is also preparing your testimony. May the God of peace that surpasses all understanding fill your home and hearts now.
Love Debbie
We pray that Nancy will have rest now that side effects of chemo will not be a factor and that she will be free of pain and enjoy the time with family and friends. This must be hard to take but we're glad Nancy is at peace with the decision.
Jesus be with you all (and us with you) and carry you through this.
Mary & Rob
Paul and I are so sad to hear this news. We have been following your journey for a while and am glad she will be with Jesus, but still so sad. You are on our hearts
Nancy and Dan - I'll never forget all the visual aids that Nancy brought to our women's Bible study group. You both are great "visual aids" for me of faith in the midst of deep trouble and sorrow. Thank you for your living your faith in front of us all. We love you and are praying for you and your family.
my heart aches for the both of you. and to encourage you both, i have been moved to love my husband more by reading your posts and watching how tenderly you have loved one another and are open to sharing this journey with us. i hope you continue to write as we can learn from you both. God be with you.
Dan, we love you and are praying for you, brother. Our hearts are with you.
Jodie & Jeff
I am very sad to hear what seems so sudden, but must feel to you like the longest difficult journey these many months. My prayers will be with you; I hope you get a good and loving hospice team, as you have so many good and loving family members and friends around you. May He surround you with His love.
Katie
Nancy, you are an encouragement to us. You have kept the faith, you have fought the good fight. Take heart: you soon go where your Lord has gone first.
Thanks for having the courage to choose rest and home. Praying that you have caring and competent hospice help which enables you to treasure the coming days together. Thinking of the words to "A Mighty Fortress" for you today, pointing to the final victory. Jennifer and Scott
Dan and Nancy,
As I read your latest blog entry about hospice, this hymn immediately came to mind.
Dear refuge of my weary soul,
On Thee, when sorrows rise
On Thee, when waves of trouble roll,
My fainting hope relies
To Thee I tell each rising grief,
For Thou alone canst heal
Thy Word can bring a sweet relief,
For every pain I feel
I pray that the Lord would be your refuge and your weary hearts would rest in Him. I pray for Nancy's comfort and for the Lord to bring you all a peace in the midst of your heart ache.
The Saints surround you and lift you up before the Thrown of Grace.
Blessings, Jenny
Dan and Nancy, you bless us all by allowing us to walk with you and pray with you during this ordeal. "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me." You are showing us how to walk in His grace and comfort and mercy. May you continue to feel His love and presence. Craig and Lisa Wood
Jim and I are praying for you all.
love, jim and lori
praying the Lord will continue to bless you all in your transitions--Cathy for Mick and I
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