Got the worst possible news....

[purrfect-lady]

DEB, you know I am very, very sorry to hear this news. I am glad your sense of humor is intact, though. It will help you both get through this. I have much sympathy (and empathy) for you. But you asked what do you do? I suspect rhetorically, but I'll answer this anyway. You hang in there, even if sometimes you have to go outside and scream. You take him to all his appointments, you keep him smiling as much as possible, you make the small moments special, treasure the big moments, make a lot of memories and take a lot of photos. You support him through all this with grace and strength. And you thank God every day for sending this wonderful man into your life. And when it gets you down, you call on your friends for more strength. We are here for you.

And tell your family. They are another source of stength and together you are all stronger. God bless you all.

mary

[maryq]

Deb

My heart breaks for you today...

"Where ever two or more are gathered, I am there"

We have way more than 2 gathered here to offer up prayers for Bernie, God will surely hear our voices. May He grant you strength and peace. May He guide the Doctors that care for him. May He give Bernie comfort and peace in the knowledge that he is truly loved.

Remember, a sense of humor is the best medicine... it helps us cope with the pain.

You are in my thoughts and prayers, now and in the months ahead.

[Caroline1947]

We struggle to find the "right" words at a time like this.There are no right words.Life is often harsh and cruel.We can't and don't understand.Sometimes comfort seems like a word that has no meaning.But I know that somehow our Lord will sustain us and that by His grace we will make it.I am praying for you.Hugs,Caroline

[Quiltmom]

Deb I am so sorry to hear your news. May God be with you and Bernie and your family. I can appreciate your humor. My DH and I have kept our humor with his breast cancer. I know that you have to keep it or you would go crazy. My favorite poem is "Footprints" and this is one of the times where there is only one set of prints because the Lord is carrying you. I will be praying for you and Bernie.

In God's Love
Sherry

[grammiequilts]

Dear Deb, We can only listen and hold your hand none of us have the answers you are looking for. We each are struggling to find words to compfort you....I ask God to make this journey with you...and give you strenght and peace////

[Ittybittygma]

Deb, I read this thru tears so will try to type a message of love and hope for you and your family. You have all been thru so much but you are together, as a family. That love can bring a comfort and peace and strength that we are not always aware is there. It comes in the form of angels, and hugs, a very strong faith in God. Carry your burdens to the Lord, lay them at His feet, and allow God, thru others, to care for all of you.

Deb, I am sending so much love and strength and courage your way with my prayers and thoughts today, as I am sure everyone on this forum is also doing today. May you be surrounded with many many angels today and always. Cherish every moment you have together. Laughter is a glimmer of hope in desperate times and shared, it often relieves some of the hurt and pain.

Don't shut your children or your family away from the pain you all are going thru. Together you will be stronger and more able to face the days ahead. May they be filled with love, laughter, memories, and some happy times as a family.

Is there anything that we, as a group, can do for you besides pray and be here for you? And we will certainly do that daily for you and all of your family. May God be with you today and always and may you all be surrounded with angels. Sending love and hugs and more prayers too. Shirley Mae

[SusieQ51]

Deb - While none of us can truly say that we understand, we can all start praying for you and your family. Facing this issue is never easy at any time of the year. At our house, we take each day as it comes because we were told years ago to enjoy each day because my hubby was told that he was on borrowed time. Just know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Diana in Indiana

[womster]

Deb - I have no words. I will be praying for you and your family every morning. Lean into His everlasting arms.

-Sharon

[patches4]

Deb and Hubby
I have no words to make this easy I can only offer my love and prayers and know God it there for you and will give you strength to make this journey and remember the footprint poem someone earlier has said the single footprints are the good Lord carrying you through.

Love and hugs.
Tina
Illinois
Patches4


Please is there anything your quilting friends can do you and hubby to help with this journey???

[Susie]

Deb, I am so sorry to read this post. Your sense of humor is much like mine and my family's. Sometimes it is either laugh or cry and I usually opt for a laugh. I know in your heart this is horrible and I will keep you in my prayers. Not much more I can say.
Susie