Scotland Diaries

Dec. 15, 2006 - Cancer For Christmas?

I don't want to worry any friends or family members who might be reading this, but Jeremy confessed to me today that he's been having pain "down there" for the past two weeks. We haven't gotten the results back from his last CT scan, and although everything has come back clear so far, I admit I am a bit nervous. He has only been off treatments for a year and a half. It was hard enough the first time; I don't know that we could go through this again. Not on top of everything else we've been through over the past year. What a lovely Christmas present that would be, huh? Here you go, more cancer! Um, no thanks.

Well, there's no point getting too worked up over it since we don't know anything further right now, but please, please, pleeaaase keep us in your prayers. Speaking of prayers....

Dear Lord,

We ask that You would give us Your peace that transcends all understanding. Help us, Lord, not to worry or stress over something we have no control over. We don't even know the outcome of the CT scan yet. No matter what the result, Lord, help us to trust in Your love for us and plan for our lives. You know best. Our job is to be "joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer" (Rom. 12:12). May our thoughts, words, actions, and deeds be glorifying to You, God, no matter what happens. Thank you that ultimately, when all is said and done, we will be with You for eternity. What could be better?

Amen.

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Dec. 15, 2006 - Untitled Comment

Posted by JenIG

Oh Betsy, i am so sorry. that is scary and you must be going thru the wringer right now. Please keep us updated

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Dec. 16, 2006 - Im so sorry

Posted by Anonymous

As always you are constantly in our prayers. I hate that we cant be closer so I could give you a big hug right now. Keep us updated. We love you guys and know that God will continue to take care of yall.

Mishelle

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Dec. 16, 2006 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Hey, babe. I am ALWAYS here if you ever need someone to talk to or pray with. Of course Jeremy and your family will be in our prayers.

Meigan x

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Dec. 17, 2006 - My prayers are with you

Posted by HappilyEverAfter

Oh Betsy, as a cancer survivor I KNOW what you are going through. I understand how easy it is to get wrapped up in the "what ifs". Please know that I am lifting you up in prayer during the difficult days of waiting for news. I pray that you will have peace and trust the Lord's plan for your lives.

Many blessings,
Fran

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Dec. 23, 2006 - thank you

Posted by CarpeBanana

for visiting my blog and commenting... I will be praying for your family and checking back for updates.

But I gotta tell you, I can't make too much out of the Burns poem you posted... and I think I'll pass on the hagis. :)

Have a blessed Christmas.

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Dec. 26, 2006 - Untitled Comment

Posted by kampsplete

Merry Christmas Betsy! I'm praying for you and Jeremy. I pray that the coming year is a good one for you, filled with joy. I pray it is not cancer! Take care my friend....

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Dec. 27, 2006 - cancer

Posted by BeckyJoie

I will keep you in my prayers. I know how hard long term incurable illness is on a family from my own experiences. I will pray that God will give you rhe grace and strength you need to carry on.

Lots of Love,

BeckyJoie

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Dec. 30, 2006 - Please let us know the latest. You're covered in prayers.

Posted by AuntieLyssie

We haven't seen you online when we come on and I've wanted to talk to you guys directly.

How is everything right now? Did you get the results back yet? Did you move? How's Jeremy's school?

We love you guys and miss you. We will continue to pray for him and the scan.

God Bless,
Love,
Lyssie & Jesse

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Jan. 1, 2007 - Praying for you here.

Posted by Devonbunny

Sorry, I've only just got around to reading your post. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Much Love and Blessings
Jules x

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Jan. 7, 2007 - Untitled Comment

Posted by drewsfamilytx

Any news about Jeremy?

Just wanted to say hi and that I've been thinking about y'all.

I hope you had a Merry CHRISTmas and a joyous beginning to 2007!

Love,
Marsha

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Jan. 15, 2007 - Praying Betsy,

Posted by FaithfulGrace

I'll be praying for all of you.
Dear Heavenly Father,
You know all that this precious family has went through, and you Lord are in charge of their days.
Bring healing if needed and Lord as always continue to hold them in your loving arms.
In Jesus name,
AMEN.

In friendship,
Linda

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Jan. 21, 2007 - I hope all is well with you.

Posted by CMMomma

I'm sorry I haven't been around lately. Things have been hectic around here. I hope that the results were not what you fear and that things have improved for Jeremy. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Wyndee

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