Jul. 3, 2009
The very long week
Posted in General Ramblings
To keep the very long week from turning into a very long (and dull) post, here is a not-so-long rundown of the past week:
- This past Friday, Austin and Noah attended a very special bereavement camp for children called Camp Agape. Not only did they have fun with all the activities (swimming, kayaking, horseback riding, archery), but they saw that they are not alone in their grief. I might have to make a whole separate post about this camp-- it was that good.
The boys really enjoyed their time at Camp Agape and were able to work through many of their emotions concerning Christian's death. They are also still talking about how much they enjoyed their buddies for the weekend. So Dennis and Phil, if you happen to be reading this, THANK YOU for taking the time to care for my boys. You have impacted them positively during a very difficult time in their lives. I don't think they will ever forget you!
- We can take comfort that Death is Not Dying.
- This past week also marked the passing from this life into eternal life for a good friend of ours-- Zared Zajicek. He was seriously injured when he fell through a roof. He is survived by his sweet bride April (they were married in May), amazing parents, four sisters, one brother and many friends. I could say so much about Zared and his family-- how they have been such a blessing to David and I over the years, how much we will miss Zared and how our hearts are heavy with sorrow for his family. And yet I have no words. It's like they are all somehow crammed into my heart and I can't get them to come out. *sigh*
You can read more about him at www.a-zupdate.com. If you feel led, please make a contribution to help April with her living expenses until she can sort out the next step in her life.
- The morning of Zared's funeral, my husband David woke up with a tremendous pain in his upper abdomen and chest. He was really hurting, y'all! I rushed home, saw that he had been vomiting since 8am, and took him to the ER.
After an insufferable wait, ECG, ultrasound and CAT scan, they determined that it was his appendix. It is hard to believe that they could take that out laporoscopically! Three little incisions and that poisonous thing was removed. The good thing about that kind of surgery is that it is not only fairly routine nowadays, but you get immediate relief from the pain. We are so glad to be home now and very thankful for modern medicine and health insurance!
- I am so happy that my mom and dad came to visit! I really am blessed with wonderful parents and in-law's.
I was hoping to make this witty and interesting. Oh well. I think just getting it all written out without falling asleep was an accomplishment in and of itself!
Comments
Jul. 3, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Sometimes it is nice to just get it all into writing and be able to leave it there. Peace and Rest to you all, Marsha.
Kathi
http://ducttapechronicle.blogspot.com/
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Jul. 3, 2009 - Crazy time huh?
Posted by deedeeuk
I'm sooo thankful that David is alright! How scary. I'm also glad that the boys had such a great time at the camp and that it has helped them through some of their grief. I can't imagine how hard it is to loose a little brother! I have four of them and as much as there were days when I wished they would dissapear (and there were days like that growing up!) I still don't know what I would do if I lost one of them! Huge (((HUGS))) to your boys! We are still praying for all of you especially over the next few weeks. - Deedee
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Jul. 3, 2009 - What A Week!
Posted by Angie
Wow, that has been some week.
I am so glad your boys had a good time at camp. I'm sure it was very beneficial.
I am so sorry about your friend passing away. I just went to the site and read up on his story. How awful!
I will keep the family in prayer.
I'm glad your hubby is ok. Modern medicine is amazing.
Have a very happy 4th of July weekend.
God Bless
~Angie
http://nannadays.blogspot.com
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Jul. 3, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by melissa~afamiliarpath.com
that's so sad about your friend's husband. that appendix was a wild ride for david. i'm glad your boys had a good week at camp.
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Jul. 3, 2009 - Wow
Posted by kampsplete
What a week you have had Marsha. That camp sounds wonderful. I'd love to hear more about it. I'm so glad the doctors were able to find David's problem and take care of it. I'm glad the pain was gone immediately as well. My sister almost died from appendicitis when she was a senior in high school, so it's a scary thing. So glad the week is over, and you can relax and enjoy the holiday. Praying for your dear friend's family...
Hugs, Kathryn
protectingtheseeds.blogspot.com
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Jul. 4, 2009 - Dear Marsha...
Posted by Anonymous
I am sorry to hear of your lose of a dear friend. On another note I am glad to hear that your husband is well and improving :)
I came to your blog today after speaking with a dear friend of mine who just went to a memorial service for a little boy who was nearing his 4th birthday. You see he wondered off from a birthday party and drowned in the local lake. I immediately thought of you. This family has such a love for the Lord, just as you do. They have faced lots of negative feedback calling them "neglectful parents", which from what I have learned about them and the situation, couldn't be farther from the truth. They have started a website to honor Patrick at http://www.patrickbradbury.com
I just wanted to share this with you as God has given you both similar life trials. It really touches my heart that there are parents out there they can praise God in such trials. Blessings to you and you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers,
rprmsr@gmail.com
reedsoftn.blogspot.com
Megan
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Jul. 4, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by CoCo
I know it's been a rough time recently. It's been a rough year for you. I'm sorry David was suffering so much pain but am so relieved it was juts his appendix. I hope that you, David and the boys are able to get some rest and hopefully have a time of peace. I love you Marshy! So VERY much!
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Jul. 6, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Oh, Marsha ~ sounds like a very heavy week.
((hugs))
Ruthanne
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