January 11th? Really? First, let me express my sincere appreciation for those of you who keep up with me through this blog, and those of you who have expressed to me that you have missed my postings so far this year. That sounds weird, doesn't it? So far this year.
Two things for today:
First, I am still taking chemo treatments. We skipped the week of Christmas. We are due to have a treatment this Monday, Jan 13. Treatments still have been much, much easier on me physically than any that I have previously experienced. I am thankful for that. This past week some of my curly hair has fallen out, but not very much. Also, I have experienced more things like mouth sores and neuropathy and those sorts of annoying side effects of chemo recently. The really great thing is that I have been able to do MUCH catch up work over these past couple of weeks. There is still much to do, but I am thankful for the energy to do what I have been able to do for Jesus, His Church, and His people. Every now and then I try to go a bit too long during a day and my body and mind remind me that I have limited access. Don't worry. Diane can see that also, and does not hesitate to tell me about it.
The other thing is this. I need your input. I have really been praying about this and I think that you are the source for some feedback. Most of you know that I served as a Hospice Chaplain for several years. I have seen God work in the area of death and dying in awesome and mysterious ways. These are not made up stories. I was there. For years I have been talking about writing a book about my experiences. Of course, I have not done that. Recently, I have been wondering if anyone would be interested in, or benefit by reading about the stories told by someone (me) who has been with many people as they crossed over to the other side, and then adding my story along beside it as I was told that I had a terminal illness.
Here is where you can help. You can reply to the blog as anonymous, or you can email me through the link that I have here on the right side of your screen. Let me know your thoughts, and share any suggestions. I know that I am not a prolific writer, and that my writing often looks like the way that I talk. I don't know if that is good or bad. But anyway, if you can take the time to help, I would appreciate it.
Sometimes we think we know what to do. We pray about it and then we do it. I have found that almost always the right thing to do is to ask others. I don't think that God calls Lone Rangers.
Is there something that you need to talk about with your best friend, pastor, mama, or someone today?
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Having been with both my parents, mother-in-law and my brother as each crossed over to the other side, I would definitely read a book on that subject.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea! I bet there are some pretty awesome stories and amazing things you have seen that would change lives. And if a book is too daunting, what about blogging them? I think the most important thing is sharing those stories. I really enjoy your writing style - conversational and informal. It makes the subject, and you, more approachable.
ReplyDeleteI know this would be a huge undertaking, but knowing how it would bless others, and knowing you would make it "all about Him," I bet He'd give you the strength to do it!
ReplyDeleteI know this would be a huge undertaking, but knowing what a blessing it would be to others,and how you would make it "all about Him," I bet He would give you the strength to do it!
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