It's a bright and beautiful sunny Monday ! But it sure is cold outside! This kind of day reminds me of when our children were really little and in the dead of winter, if it was sunny outside, they always asked if I could get out their little swimming pool. I'd say "No, not today, it's way too cold outside!" They couldn't understand why, if it was sunny, they couldn't go swimming.
I'm so thankful that the swelling in my leg is finally going down. It has been a real challenge to try to stay positive when I've been stuck to the couch or my bed. Your prayers, visits, and phone calls have been very encouraging to me. Please know that I love hearing from you! I love hearing about your families and lives. Don't ever hesitate to call!
And people have been so generous in bringing meals! And it was amazingly uplifting to have our friends, Debbie and Stan, clean our house on Friday! You are all so appreciated! Before my latest blood clot incident, I was able to live so normally that I almost forgot about the cancer! Greg and I have once again been so humbled by everyone's thoughtfulness and generosity.
We are looking forward to all of our children and grandchildren being here for Christmas. Emily and Betsy are already planning to take over in the kitchen and it will be fun to be their assistant instead of being in charge of everything myself.
Greg has been so supportive and helpful these past weeks especially and I just have to tell you something that demonstrated his love. He watched all of "Sense and Sensibility" with me last week! The whole 2 1/2 hour movie! He only went to sleep once.
I'm so glad to start feeling like myself again and to be able to walk around the house a little bit now. We sure take a lot for granted, don't we? Hope you're having a wonderful week. Thank you so very much for your continued prayers. Love, Julie
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I'm so glad that you aren't having the pain from the blood clots anymore, Julie! I know you are looking foward to having your kids home for Christmas. That'll be so much fun for you. Love you much, Liz
We can't wait to see you!!!
We love you very much!!
Love, Bets
Hi Greg. I am not sure if you remember me but my name is Dean Gray. We went to school together in Dallas. PeggyO has kept me informed about most of our classmates and she told me about you and your wife and the battle you two are going through. I just want to let you know that as a believer, I will keep both of you in my prayers and expect great and wonderful things to happen for your family. Sometimes we may not see the healing of the body come as fast as we would like but the healing and well being of the sprit is what we are after and it comes quick and always hits it's mark. When we pray for someone, It is nice to hear how God answered the prayer, so I would be interested in knowing how things turn out for you and your wife. You can email me at DeanGray@centurytel.net
A brother in Christ.
Julie,
You are so absolutely correct about Greg's love for you. He only snoozed ONCE????? That is a miracle all by itself!
I'm glad that you are back up and around and nearly pain free. Those set backs are tough, but so much easier to deal with when you've got such super support from friends and family.
I hope the family has a safe trip getting to your house for the holidays. I already know that you'll have the best time, (I always did)and to watch your children actually take charge so you can rest and enjoy their company.
I just saw that map of people praying for you. That is so impressive! Gave me goosebumps. Know that you are loved and appreciated. Do you need to add Africa? Aren't there missionary's there praying that knew your mom & dad?
Love & prayers,
Jeanne
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