Administrators Naomi Posted January 10, 2012 Administrators Share Posted January 10, 2012 I have previously asked for your prayers for my daughter. God granted our prayer request. There was a new experimental proceedure and Drs from all over flew in (she was number 8 in the world) it proved effecive. It is now called 'drive-by aneuysm' This was the third time they had done an experimental process which worked. She says her reason for life is to be a guinea pig so that others can live. Today I come with a new prayer request. History: She has previously had cancer three times, a very large brain aneuysm, 21 operations. Then a very rare lung disease for which the origin is unknown and treatment which appears to be primarily heavy doses of steriods; prognosis 1-2 years to live (as of last May). Being an active career person, she was told that even if she beats it she can never return to work. Now as of yesterday, she received the results of a biopsy which indicates a new very agressive form of cancer. I feel that the steriods which keep her breathing are probably the result of speed at which the new cancer is growing. Perhaps I am incorrect. Thursday they are doing a full body scan in an attempt to identify all areas in which the new growth has spread. Friday they will operate. The first fear is that due to her lungs once they put her under they will not be able to bring her back. Your prayers are greatly appreciated. Thank you. Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Gail Posted January 10, 2012 Administrators Share Posted January 10, 2012 Naomi, I'm so glad that you shared that with us so that more prayer warriors can become involved. (((( Naomi )))) I'm remembering your daughter in my prayers, lifting both of you up, that God's name may be praised somehow in all this. She has overcome cancer before... May you both rest in His care and strength and warm embrace. Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Naomi, I'm so glad that you shared that with us so that more prayer warriors can become involved. (((( Naomi )))) I'm remembering your daughter in my prayers, lifting both of you up, that God's name may be praised somehow in all this. She has overcome cancer before... May you both rest in His care and strength and warm embrace. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 10, 2012 Members Share Posted January 10, 2012 Will be praying Naomi. Just keep us up to date. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted January 10, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted January 10, 2012 Thank you and yes, I will keep you updated. Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overaged Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Naomi; it is so hard to watch our loved ones suffer like this, so I will pray for your daughter; but also for you & family during this latest trial with your daughter's health "The joy of the Lord will be your strength..." (Neh 8:10) Quote "People [rarely] see...the bright light which is in the clouds..." (Job 37:21)"I cannot know why suddenly the stormshould rage so fiercely round me in it's wrathBut this I know: God watches all my pathAnd I can trust""God helps us to draw strength from the storm" - OveragedFaith makes things possible; it does not make them easy, Steps To Christ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted January 11, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted January 11, 2012 Thank you Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibs Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 Naomi, I pray our Lord may reach in and touch her and perform a miracle beyond man to His Honor and Glory and for all of you to be blessed and anchored more solid in Him. 1Jo 4:4 ¶ Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. Quote A Freeman In Jesus Christ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted January 14, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted January 14, 2012 Thank you, each one, for your prayers and words of encouragement. It has been a long week and a very long day. Our Lord is good and I believe prayers have been answered. Her damaged lungs responded extremely well. Her surgeon said that the malignant glands which were removed did not appear to be 'leaking' ... we will know more next week. On Tuesday they will do a full-body scan in an attempt to determine if there are any additional cells. She will have a low dose of chemotherapy. Karen's courage is strong and is making long-term plans for her future. I am so thankful for her strength and firm, positive attitude. Again, thank you. Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 14, 2012 Members Share Posted January 14, 2012 Amen, and Praise the Lord Naomi Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overaged Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 This is great news! PTL! We will continue praying. Quote "People [rarely] see...the bright light which is in the clouds..." (Job 37:21)"I cannot know why suddenly the stormshould rage so fiercely round me in it's wrathBut this I know: God watches all my pathAnd I can trust""God helps us to draw strength from the storm" - OveragedFaith makes things possible; it does not make them easy, Steps To Christ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan Posted January 14, 2012 Share Posted January 14, 2012 Naomi... I hope/pray this comes to and end soon, and that she is restored as much as she can be. You have already had a lifetimes worth of health issues. Courge my friend. Quote If you receive benefit to being here please help out with expenses. https://www.paypal.me/clubadventist Administrator of a few websites like https://adventistdating.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted January 14, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted January 14, 2012 Thank you. As a side note, the Drs tell us that the chemo may actually help her lung disease. Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Gail Posted January 14, 2012 Administrators Share Posted January 14, 2012 So this may be a blessing? Wow! I prayed for her last night, thinking about the week. It's been a trying one, for sure, but God is mysterious and He loves her. I'm also waiting to see how all goes! Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted February 2, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted February 2, 2012 Just an update on my daughter, Karen. In Jan I asked for your prayers and we were blessed to have her survive both operations. They say that for cancer to return in the area in which it did after her previous operations only happens in 3% of women. Her chemo will last for amost a year. I am proud of her good attitude and spirit. Karen has/had blond hair to her waist. Today she had her hair cut and donated it. She was a little sad to have it gone, but said that this way she knows it will make someone feel good about themselves. She is not 'out-of-the-woods' yet, when you happen to think about it, please say a prayer. Thank you ~~~~~~~~ Naomi Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 praying Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted February 2, 2012 Members Share Posted February 2, 2012 Will continue to have all in my prayers Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Gail Posted February 2, 2012 Administrators Share Posted February 2, 2012 Amazing things have happened so far. I pray that the encouraging news keeps coming! Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 GAIL I meant NAOMI dgrimm60 dgrimm are you back to pressin' the wrong buttons again. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overaged Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 How are things going here Naomi? I have just re-read this entire thread; what an amazing story so far. I hope your daughter is feeling better and that some progress has been made. Please let us know when you can; I will be praying today while at work for this, and other prayer requests here at CA. Truly, we all stand in the need of prayer. Quote "People [rarely] see...the bright light which is in the clouds..." (Job 37:21)"I cannot know why suddenly the stormshould rage so fiercely round me in it's wrathBut this I know: God watches all my pathAnd I can trust""God helps us to draw strength from the storm" - OveragedFaith makes things possible; it does not make them easy, Steps To Christ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted March 11, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted March 11, 2012 Good morning OA, Thank you for asking. And, thank you for your prayers. Quote: Truly, we all stand in the need of prayer. Your last line reminds me of a very old song I love so much, and often think of it. "Not the preacher, nor the deacon, but it's me Oh Lord, standing in the need of prayer." Yes, we all are in need of prayer. Gail mentioned a few days ago that we should pray daily for our C/A Family. And, I have been doing just that. As for Karen's update. She is going for her Chemo treatments and is still using the same strength steroids. Which I so wish could be reduced but an thankful that her lungs are hanging in. Her attitude is good, but realistic. After having the last of her beautiful long blond hair was cut she tried a couple of wigs but has been buying some pretty bright colored scarves for her head. She has never been into bright colors but is now learning to mix them, tie them into interesting patterns and having fun with it. I am so thrilled with her positive attitude ... at least the majority of the time. Yesterday afternoon we had lunch and spent a lot of time, just the two of us. We laughed and had a lot of fun, it was so good. But, when we left she told me to be careful with my purse and I should check it when I got home. Of course, I only made it a discrete block of so. She received a tax refund and a nice settlement for a hand injury at work a few years ago. Inside the card was a $1000. check to me. I called her IMMEDIATELY and thanked her and said I would not accept it. She reminded me of the many times, and especially recently, that I have been her only source of income and that she can do this now and wants to do it. After some discussion I reminded her that her extra money won't last long and we'll be back to trying to come up with monies so I will put it into a separate account in both of our names. She said, "Mom, that is why I am doing this now. I am not saying that I won't be around by fall but if I am not I want you to use it for something nice for yourself." OA I have to admit that I kept a stiff upper lip and made some stupid off-the-wall funny remark that we both laughed over. But, I came home and cried and tried to pray all afternoon, night and this morning. And, I am not a person who to cry easily., I am wondering why I am sharing all of this just now. Your question opened a flood gate and I suppose I am using this as therapy. So thank you for asking ... I pray that you are doing well today Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M. T. Cross Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 I have up to now missed this thread. I will also keep your daughter in my thoughts and prayers Naomi, she sounds like a strong woman that was very well raised! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 11, 2012 Members Share Posted March 11, 2012 Its really tough when its our kids that are suffering. I remember back a number of years. My daughter did something and we grounded her for a week. But during the week she asked if she could go to the book store and get a book, so I relented and said OK. So she rode her bike, but got her sweater count in the wheel tines in the front and of course the bike stop and she went over the front and landed on her face. they took her to the ER at Clinton Hospital and than down to a bigger ER and a plastic surgeon to make sure it was done right. As they where giving her the shots to localize the area I think I cried more than her. Our kids are our world, now I do the same with my grandson. Anyway glad to hear things are going well, will continue to keep you and your daughter in our prays. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Naomi Posted March 11, 2012 Author Administrators Share Posted March 11, 2012 Words are not enough to thank you, everyone, for your prayers. I had lunch today with our family doctor and wife. He commented on all the close calls she has been through. He said, that there have been so many miracles in her life. Miracles in bringing the finest specialists into OKC, who flew in just for her. Miracles for new procedures which have came at just the right time. He reiterated that there have been so many events which only God could have performed. PTL Quote If your dreams are not big enough to scare you, they are not big enough for God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olger Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 Blessings to your daughter, sister Naomi. "Call unto Me and I will show you great and mighty things which thou knowest not." Quote "Please don't feed the drama queens.." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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