Yesterday was an interesting day. Sharon and the girls started the day preparing for a group of women who came to pray for Sharon. It was a very nice visit and the prayer time was extremely meaningful. She had already noticed while taking her shower that her hair was coming out so she wore one of her scarves while they prayed. I was at the Community College teaching my lessons so when I got home I was greeted with a quick trip to our local barber. Vern had the task of taking care of the event Sharon had anticipated. After Vern got done and Sharon left the room, neither Vern nor I could get out a single word. That was a tough time for us all. However, Sharon got right up, put on her scarf and took off touring the house with Patsy, Melissa, and Laura. She has had a wonderful outlook on all of this. This is just one of the steps to getting well.
Today, we had another family come over and pray with us. They were the first family outside of the church that we met when we first moved here. It was a wondeful visit and, again, a very meaningful prayer time. God has certainly been petitioned on our behalf! We have gotten cards, calls, notes, emails from so many people - most of the people we know but some of them we don't know. God is hearing from people all over the country. May He draw us all nearer to Him as we pray.
We got out of the house for a few minutes tonight. Sharon felt comfortable being out with other people around. I count that as a blessing. I know how much hair means to all women. I know there will be ups and downs with this as well. Right now, God is giving grace to handle the uncomfortable newness of where we are.
We anticipate the blood work on Monday and the 4th chemo treatment. Pray that the cancer has retreated so far that the doctors need to reevaluate the treatment plan. Sharon is planning to be back to work on a limited basis next week. Pray that she will stay healthy and have the strength she needs for the tasks. Pray for Laura as she travels back to school on Sunday. She has six weeks left in the semester and she needs to keep her concentration on her task there. Pray for Melissa as she is the mainstay at home for Sharon. She needs encouragement that what she is doing is what God has for her right now. Pray for me in the special week that is ahead that I stay well and that our services glorify the God we love and serve.
Thank you, special people, for all you are doing, but mostly, thank you for your prayers. They do sustain and encourage us.
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Happy St. Patrick's Day today. Great news about people praying! We will continue to pray as you continue on your journey. Even though you don't know what lies ahead be confident and know that the Lord is right at your side. I remember when I would walk from the Ronald House to the hospital daily in NYC I would talk to the Lord all the way. I was never scared and I thank the Lord for that strength & comfort he gave me. Have a good day & we pray as you go for another chemo.
Sharon - We are thinking of you and praying for you during this time. Hugs to you all!
Love,
Brenna (Brosseau) Smith, John, Mollie Grace and Tucker
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