Feeling Good
I just wanted to let you know my Chemotherapy went well yesterday. They decided not to give me this certain pre-medication that makes me be sick. So I wasn't. It took 6 hours still but I felt pretty good through it. No naseau today but I am just resting and drinking alot of water. I have 3 more doses and then another scan.
I am going to the Mayo Clinic, MN for another opinion. It will be good to hear what they say. They have ALOT of CC patients and I am on a 2 day check up with them Jan 30 and 31.
I do thank God for all of you who read this blog and pray for me. It means everything for me to know you are all with me. Prayers, food and friendship. It is overwhelming how many people care about me.
I have been working through this daily devotion called
"God Calling". It is really good. (It is at Costco...ha ha)I liked these words:
Be calm, no matter what befall you. Rest in Me. Be patient and let patience have her perfect work. Never think things overwhelming. How can you be overwhelmed when I am with you? Do not feel the strain of life. There is no strain for MY children. Do you not see I am the Master-Instrument maker? Have I not fashioned each part? Do I not know just what it can bear without a strain? Would I, the maker of so delicate instrument, ask of it anything that could destroy or strain? No! The strain is only when you are serving another master, the world fame, the good opinion of men-or carrying two days burden on the one day. Remember that it must not be.
Valerie
I am going to the Mayo Clinic, MN for another opinion. It will be good to hear what they say. They have ALOT of CC patients and I am on a 2 day check up with them Jan 30 and 31.
I do thank God for all of you who read this blog and pray for me. It means everything for me to know you are all with me. Prayers, food and friendship. It is overwhelming how many people care about me.
I have been working through this daily devotion called
"God Calling". It is really good. (It is at Costco...ha ha)I liked these words:
Be calm, no matter what befall you. Rest in Me. Be patient and let patience have her perfect work. Never think things overwhelming. How can you be overwhelmed when I am with you? Do not feel the strain of life. There is no strain for MY children. Do you not see I am the Master-Instrument maker? Have I not fashioned each part? Do I not know just what it can bear without a strain? Would I, the maker of so delicate instrument, ask of it anything that could destroy or strain? No! The strain is only when you are serving another master, the world fame, the good opinion of men-or carrying two days burden on the one day. Remember that it must not be.
Valerie
posted by McCrea Family at 9:09 AM
8 Comments:
Hey Val,
I'm so glad you're feeling good! I love what you wrote. It is so true! We don't have to worry or strain, I did this study the other day on worry and being able to trust God in everything. What got to me was that when we worry, we take our problems off of God's mighty shoulders and onto our own weak shoulders. What a thing to do, huh? We have to believe His PROMISE that everything that happens in our lives will work out for good to give us a future and hope. I think instead of looking to the future, to all that could happen to us, we should look back, and see all that He has already done for us. It is so true that we need only to worry about today, lets not worry about tomorrow anymore, GOD is already there, waiting to help us through whatever comes our way. He is so awesome, isn't He? I printed out the song from the Blog: Turn your eyes upon Jesus. It's hanging on my wall in my office, reminding me of Him, a mighty lighthouse, so full of light and love, that when we look to Him, everything else will fall into place according to His eternal plan. I'm so glad you get to go to Mayo! I'm sure a second opinion will give you great peace of mind that you're on the right path.
"I lay my life in Your mighty hands,
You're guiding me through according to plan,
So wherever I go, and whatever I do, I know you're in control,
I surrender my life to You."
Love, Osil!
Valerie - I am sending the link to your blog to my sister and brother-in-law in Rochester. My brother-in-law works for Mayo, and I'm sure they have some useful advice for your visit. He's not a CC specialist (he focuses on colorectal cancer), but he's been able to help Kelly Lester throughout the process. No doubt he knows the doctor you're going to see at the end of the month. At a minimum, they should be able to help you with information on Rochester.
Valerie & Chris - It was so great to see you guys the other weekend. Your boys are adorable. Valerie, you look great and your spirit is amazing. Maricris and I are looking forward to a "girls" night with you soon, so think about what you would like to do. Chris we hope your back is feeling better everyday. Any luck w/ Egosque?
We will talk to you soon,
Lara
Dear Valerie...
I have soooooo enjoyed the past few days and the time I have been able to spend with you and your family. You continue to amaze me...you are wonderful! I am blessed to know you and call you friend!
Your blog is beautiful...I love what you wrote at the end. And once again, Osil has expressed all we need to know in a most exquisite way! It is clear...His words and promises have been spoken...we must now BELIEVE! And I do...I believe Val, every word...you are being held very tightly in the arms of our Father...He will NEVER let you go!
I was reading Kendall a story tonight...and on the very first page I read this:
Am I not here, as your Father?
Are you not under my shadow and protection?
Am I not your foundation of life?
Are you not in the folds of my mantle, in the crossing of my arms?
Is there anything else you need?
These simple questions from my five year olds little book...these simple questions, that contain ALL the answers that we will ever need to know...He is our Father...you are under His glorious protection...you are in the crossings of His arms...you need nothing more!!! He will lead you through this Val!
We love you...our prayers for you remain constant and strong!!!
All our love,
Kerry Randall
I am a mother of three about your same age. I am inspired by you every day and keep you in my thoughts and prayers always. I love the uplifting messages that are left on your blog. It makes us all want to be better people. You are an amazing woman. I will continue to pray for you.
ValCher
CherVal
I have been so overwhelmed and consumed by your blog. You are the strongest, most bravest person I know! The love and support from your family and friends is tremendous. God has given you so much strength and encouragement. I hope your journey to MN will provide good answers. The boys are darling and I hope Chris is feeling better too.
I will pray for you and I miss you dearly. You are in my thoughts always....
Love,
Cher
Happy Anniversary!
I was just sharing with a friend yesterday about your wedding and the fun we had eating sushi at that wonderful little restaurant in a stripe mall a couple days before the big event. It was especially fun to watch your grandma trying to be brave about eating sushi but all the time questioning the experience.
So many of my friends have put you in their prayers. We know that God is in every step as are we as you travel this journey.
God Bless You All.
Love,
Aunt Donna
Val,
As always we are thinking of you always and will be praying for you on your venture next week. Happy anniversary to you and Chris and may there be many more happy ones to come. Please say hi to the boys. Reece was asking about Ry-Ry and Gavvy yesterday! We all miss you guys!!!!! Wishing I was physically closer....but my thoughts and prayers are as close as they get! Love you girl.
Jody
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