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Journeys of a Catholic Poster Girl » If You Want Me To — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:22:28 +0000

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By: Bobbie

Bobbie — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 06:18:56 +0000

Heather, You and Mark (and your kiddos) are on my heart and in my prayers as you take one more step forward closer to the throne of grace. I did not know your Fil was ill. I have been absent myself. But Sunday is my Birthday and I can't keep the day to myself anymore. the last three have been with you on my heart. I came by to say how thankful I am to be here for your milestone as well as my own.Day by day, our God is an awesome God. Congratulations on a clean MRI and another year of watching your children grow! Because of Jesus, Bobbie Bobbies last blog post..Coming up for air!

By: Elisabeth

Elisabeth — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:24:40 +0000

Heather, You are a very strong individual even though you don’t feel so. I find you to be inspirational in the strength the Lord gives you.

By: terry

terry — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:07:57 +0000

hi heather...it has been so long since i have come by but i was thinking about you tonight. i was so sorry to hear about your dad in law's passing. here you are after two years with cancer, still pleasing the lord with your attitude. heather you are such an inspiration. this week i must get caught up with you, by reading your posts. may the lord continue to be your strength....love terry terrys last blog post..how big is god

By: Loretta

Loretta — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:34:42 +0000

Oh, Heather…the words of that song really speak to me in my situation. Thank you so much, once again, for sharing something that ministers so personally to me. I’ve got the “2-3 years to live” thing hanging over my head and while I know in my heart that I’m not going anywhere until the Lord says so, it’s still sometimes like a black cloud following me around. Going from “cancer free” for almost three years to “stage IV metastatic breast cancer” has been a real blow, but I will walk through this valley if He wants me to. I am learning so much everyday, about who I am in Him and what He wants to do in my life, but I can’t help but wish it could be accomplished without the cancer.

Hugs and prayers,
Loretta in GA

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:34:52 +0000

This is a great song. Thanks for reminding me about it. I haven't heard it in a long time. Jennifers last blog post..Teaser Tuesday

By: Anjanette

Anjanette — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:33:14 +0000

Oh, you have no idea how I needed those words. While I am fighting a much different fight, it’s painful, worrysome and yet draws me closer to the God I love. Thank you for the inspiration and strenth your email just afforded me! Hugs to you on the loss of someone you love.

By: pam@ without fear

pam@ without fear — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:13:49 +0000

Heather~

Thanks so much for the post and the song. Your words inspire me and encourage me this morning, and I am grateful to the Lord for what He prompts you to share with us.

Praying for you today, dear one.

By: Godsgirl

Godsgirl — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:05:22 +0000

I hope this comes through, this is for you Heather…God will not put any more on you than you can handle!!! if this don’t work here is the website

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6ccS7r8pMU

By: Sandra

Sandra — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:25:56 +0000

I'm sorry to hear about your father-in-law. I'm sorry that you have had to endure what you have. It sounds like you have not let this defeat you. Keep living your life as you have. Continue to glorify God in all that you do, and all that you go through. He will sustain you. God has a plan for you, as he does for all of us. One day we will know how it all fits together. You are in my prayers. Sandras last blog post..Monday Memories: Daddy's Little Girl

By: Culpepper

Culpepper — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:48:02 +0000

Heather. Your posts cause me to pause and be thankful and remind me of how fragile we all are. I love what you said about your number of days being the same with or without cancer. My best friends mother went through a cancer struggle several years ago and she would always go around and tell people not to feel sorry for her because “none of us are going to get out of this alive”. It always made me smile because I knew she was right. You are in my prayers and I also plan to be reading your blog in 10 years and I am sure you will still be inspiring people with the work God has done in your life.

By: Niki

Niki — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:45:09 +0000

Heather- you are so good for me. Reading your words every so often reminds me of what is important. What is real. What is necessary. Yes, you are more strong (physically and mentally)than before, we all are after going through cancer, but we are still the little girls feeling very human trying to find our way. Some ladies at my church here in Texas have started a new Priscilla Shirer study on Discerning the voice of God. I want to 1. expect God will talk to me and 2. really know that he is talking to me so that in the fearful times I can recall his guidance. Anyway, love your honest heart. Niki

By: Especially Heather

Especially Heather — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:41:55 +0000

@ Donna:
Yes, that is exactly what I am saying! Thank you for putting my thoughts into words!

By: Flassie

Flassie — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:28:45 +0000

Sorry to hear about your fil.

Still praying for your family!

God Bless You and Yours!!!

By: Donna @ WayMoreHomemade

Donna @ WayMoreHomemade — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:22:39 +0000

I love that song and it has ministered to my heart more than once. It is even today, in my current trials. I attend a Bible Study Fellowship class and my discussion leader this year has battled breast cancer over the last couple of years. She shared with us recently that as she grappled with it, she found that it took MORE faith to believe that her kids and family would be okay than it did to believe that she would be completely healed. I think that's kind of what you're saying. Or maybe I'm putting words in your mouth. Praying for you this day, sister. Donna @ WayMoreHomemades last blog post..Where I am (Part 1) - Security

By: Especially Heather

Especially Heather — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:13:53 +0000

@ Karen:
YES! It is possible, but the opposite is also possible. There is no “remission” for brain cancer. One month it can be clear and the next MRI there could be a tumor.

I have to believe that I am totally cured..that chemo and radiation (ultimately God!)did the trick, but then again, that doesn’t mean that I am not fearful of the words I dread hearing: “Its back”.

Thanks for asking!

By: Karen

Karen — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:07:12 +0000

You are far stronger than you know Heather. Even in your weakness, you show a strength that can only come from the Savior himself. I’m so sorry about Marc’s dad. I can imagine how you worried about your children and how it turned your own thoughts to the future. Thankfully, we only have to face one day at a time. You are still in my prayers…

I have been meaning to ask you, because I don’t understand…since your MRI was clear, isn’t it possible that they could continue to be clear? I know you have spoken about that “3-5 years” ringing in your ears but anything is possible with the Lord. I look forward to reading your blog 10 years from now and hearing you declare “MRI clear”! I love you girl!