Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Dear friends... The MRI results were not what we had hoped for. There are 2 more lesions inside Mike's brain that withstood the radiation and chemotherapy. I talked with the doctor today and he told me about some options... We will meet with him in the morning to determine what to do. I KNOW we are being cradled in God's arms. He knows what is best for our lives. Please pray that we will make the best decisions. Thank you all for your great love. The days ahead are going to be difficult, but with your strength coupled with ours we will be triumphant. Love to you all, Nancy

18 comments:

  1. Nancy and Mike, I am so sorry to hear this. This is not the news that any of us wanted to hear. Please know that you truly will be in our prayers. Your testimony of being cradled in God's arms were so touching. We will pray that you will make the best decisions. We send our love. Karen and John

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  2. We are so sorry to hear this. We continue to pray for you.
    Love,
    Amanda and Ben Goates

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  3. Nancy & Mike,

    I am so sorry. "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him."
    James 1:12
    Carmen

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  4. Jonathan and I add our love, support, and prayers to you both.

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  5. Andy is a dear friend of ours. We have followed Mike's journey through this blog for the last month or so. I have been so inspired by the amount of courage and deep faith your family has shown. I know that your faith will carry you through this tough time. Please know that you will continue to be in our prayers.

    Lisa and Jake Hendershot

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  6. Nancy & Mike,
    If I could only take the pain, the fear, the worry, and the unkown away for you, I would. But I trust that your faith and willingness to follow the plan that has been given to you by our Lord will carry you thru both the dark and tough days ahead. None of us wanted to hear this news and had hoped for so much more. Mike was born with faith and a strong belief to his church and the Lord, he didn't have to find faith he only had to teach the rest of us how to find it. I know that you will take time to find strength as a family and will be lead in the right direction as you find comfort and support from one another. Thinking of you always and know that I am here if I can do anything to help.
    hugs and love to all,
    Barb

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  7. Nancy, Mike & family,
    My heart aches for all of you. I know that this had to be devastating news for all of you because it was for us as well. Now with that sentiment said, remember to take things one moment at a time & remember to breathe throughout it all. If you can do that, you can get through that difficult meeting in the morning & through everything else as well. We are all here for all of you...whatever you may need. Our positive thoughts will be with you tomorrow & always...
    Love,
    Cindy, Jeff & Chelsea

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  8. Nancy,
    Sending good thoughts and vibes your way. You are such a strong woman, a role model for any wife or soon-to-be wife.
    We love you!
    Emily

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  9. This is not what we wanted to hear, but know that the decisions you make will have devine direction. Praise and thanks be to God.

    Jim

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  10. You both are so strong. Remember to take long, slow, deep breaths. We will do the healing
    meditation this weekend when you are ready with
    healing music.

    May the spirit in me salute the spirit in you.
    PKW

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  11. We're so sorry to hear this news. Remember how far you've come in the last few months--you can do hard things! We love you and are ever praying for you. So many people are.

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  12. Dear Nancy and Mike,
    Dan and I were so sorry to hear the results
    of Mike's MRI. Please know that we are pray-
    ing for you and we will be thinking of you tomorrow. We are so impressed with your family's courage and love - this whole blog has been such an inspiration to all who read it. Nancy, you have been, and continue to be such a "rock" for Mike, and Mike's sincere de-
    dication to his family and community are so amazing!
    May God hold you in the palm of his hand
    and carry you through this difficult time,and
    may you know that many, many prayers and good
    wishes are being sent your way. We love you
    both so much!

    Love, Dan and Jana

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  13. my prayers are with you and your family.

    emily

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  14. Dear Mike and Nancy,
    We are so sorry to hear the results of the MRI. We will pray that you will continue to be led by clear inspiration in the medical decisions you will make today and in the days to come. We also pray that you will feel an outpouring of peace and calm from the Comforter.
    Love, Sandra and Randy

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  15. Dear Mike and Nancy,
    We have been quiet, but consistent readers of your blog and want you to know we have been and will continue to pray for your family. May you have peace and comfort as you continue to face the challenges and decisions required in the days ahead.
    Love, Mike and Margie Draper

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  16. Dear Mike & Nancy,
    I wish the headaches had been the rain afterall. Can't say any more than what others have posted, know we are with you in spirit and sending you ALL the strength we can muster.
    SusanT

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  17. I love you both and am continuing to pray. Thanks for all you do to make my life better each day! You both certainly do strengthen me.

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  18. Many prayers and hugs to you both!!! Your faith and strength in God and in each other strenghtens me!

    Bill and Holly

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