Keeping you, Lori and your families in our daily thoughts and prayers! Our God is an Awesome God and he will continue to walk by your side every step of the way! Be Blessed and Stay Safe! Love and Hugs!
Wow, reading this brought tears to my eyes. This is exactly how I felt 15 years ago when I was told stage 4 breast cancer that had metastasized to my lungs. . My surgeon had told me to get my affairs in order. It felt that at every turn, I was getting punched in the stomach , over and over again. I kept telling myself that with all the bad news, there had to come some good news...eventually. I was blessed, I had an amazing oncologist that assured me that there was hope. He kept me positive when I couldn’t find any positivity there. I , like you had to be informed about every aspect of what I was up against and unfortunately everything I read on the Internet was negative. For some reason I can’t comprehend, God chose me to grant a miracle to. I’ve had scares along the way but have remained cancer free for over 15 years. I remember a conversation that me and Chad had when I was diagnosed. I was crying so hard because I felt I would never be able to see Allie grow up to be a young woman. He said “there’s a chance that it will happen”. I replied “it’s going to take a miracle, my life depends on a miracle ”. Guess what...they do happen! The hardest thing for me was to let go of the fear I lived with. As each year passed I was waiting for the other shoe to drop. Finally I came to the conclusion that I was through burying myself when I was still very much alive. It was then that I started enjoying life again even more than I had before my diagnosis. I remember telling a friend “if this cancer doesn’t kill me, it will be the best thing that ever happened to me.” People that go through what we have see life in a very different way. Every moment is precious and you truly learn to live in the now. I still have trouble making long term plans but thats ok, I’m living for now. I remember one day I was in the swimming pool, the weather was awful, it was raining and lightening but it felt so wonderful to be in the warm water feeling the cold raindrops. Chad came running out side screaming “get out of there before you get struck by lightening”. I remember looking at him, and laughing my ass off. “I don’t think that’s the way God has planned for me to die , but thanks anyway”. That’s another thing cancer patients seem to have in common....Once you faced the beast head on and won, not a whole lot scares you anymore.
I keep up with your journey Scott and I pray for you all the time. Believe in those miracles and keep appreciating every day, they add up to years.
If you ever need someone to talk to that’s been there, I’m here ...I know exactly how you feel. Stay strong.
Sherry
Scott, I am so honored and proud to have taught you. You are such a wonderful example of God’s faith . May God continue to bless you and your family with health, happiness, and love .
You and your family are continually in my prayers. Stay safe, and God Bless all of you !
Scott, I am absolutely moved to tears reading this beautiful entry. The faith and positive attitude that you and Lori have shown has been such an inspiration. My son, Hays, has been wearing “the Prayers for Scott” bracelet every day since he got it last year as a reminder to pray for you. So happy about the news at your last visit! We will continue to pray for you and your precious family. Stay safe!🙏🏻❤️