Life is tough right now. Steve's mom Shirley is in the hospital desperately trying to fight late stage colon cancer that has metastasized. It is very hard watching someone you love suffering and feeling like you can't do anything to help. And Shirley, always loving and concerned for everyone else, wrote this note last night:
Sunday, February 6th
Today I met a beautiful Christian lady in my hospital room. She said she noticed me yesterday while I was napping with Jim at my side holding my hand. Her name is Blanca Medina and she is one of the housekeepers here. Blanca said that we touched her heart and she prayed for us last night.
This afternoon she was cleaning the room and I smiled at her when she looked my way. She then came over to my bed and introduced herself and asked my name and if she could pray with me. She got on her knees and held my hand and we prayed together.
She stayed a while and we talked about God’s plan and that no one knows how long we will be here. Blanca said that Jesus wanted her to talk with me and give me reassurance. He wanted her to tell me to tell my husband and family not to be sad. When I do go to be with our Lord, I will always be close to them. Blanca said that I would be their angel. She asked if she could visit me when she was off work tomorrow. I look forward to her visit.
Thanking all of my loving family and friends for your continued love, prayer and encouraging words.
My love to all – Mom / Grandma / Shirley
I know she's right. Not only is Shirley close to God right now... but we all are. Our hearts ache that she is suffering right now... but we know He is holding her in His hands. We love her and want to be with her today... but we wait in Him until we can leave Thursday night. We don't understand why all this is happening... but we trust in Him. He's the Giver of Peace, the Protector of the Weak, and with Him there is always eternal hope.
"I love you, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold" (Psalm 18:1-2).
2 comments:
Hard to read, but a beautiful reminder that we are never alone. Praying for peace that surpasses understanding.
Love and Hugs, The Gallardo's
Psalm 94:19
In the multitude of my anxieties within me,Your comforts delight my soul.
Thanks for sharing such an intimate story. Blessings abound when we are least expecting it. It renews my faith for sure. Peace, Grace and Love to you all. Krista
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