Just Another Bump in the Road

So we had to move out of the Ronald McDonald house for a few weeks. Apparently someone staying at the House had chickenpox and were out in the kitchen long enough to spread it around. The doctors advised us to move out because none of our children have had it. So here we are, living in Hotel Nexus.

I have always thought of our family as the nomadic type. The word "Gypsy" seems a bit extreme, but we seem to fit the " missionary" title quite well.

Moving from one place to another is not really a problem for our kids. Although recently we have had to clarify when we say "We are going to head home soon".

It brings back to mind the truth and comfort of our ultimate citizenship of Heaven. In THIS I rest secure, not in my home (or lack of) but in the safety of My Fathers plan.

"But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior." Phil 3:20

Oh, and so far we don't think any of our kids have Chickenpox. If they do get Chickenpox, it will just be another bump in the road.

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Judah's Cancer Cure

Judah's Cancer Cure
by Keilah, 4th grade

You, Judah, I celebrate you
Your sickness is cancer it came
from a black rose. It tastes like
Mustard and pickle juice in egg shells
it smells like dirty diapers. It feels
Like razor sharp dragon scales.
Your cancer will leave you when
the sun rises and the darkness
runs away. But, for now, I think
I have some things to help. Warm
Chocolate mousse, small golden towns,
lots of soccer games. I mix these
ingredients in a pitcher of gold and jewels.
I give it to you along with a hand full
of health, a bucket of happiness,
and some love.

My "ME" Time!

Jason, blessed man that he is, sent me for a pedicure the other day! I enjoyed every moment of it! Reminded me of all thise pretty toes and nails running around Belize. I love nail art, seriously. Thoseof you who can create that have such a special talent. I just get to enjoy it! Thank you Jennifer at Creative Nail & Spa. Give them a call if you are in the area, they are VERY nice and reasonable. (206) 361-0232

Remembering Green

While cleaning the room I found Judah's St Patricks Day Clover that he made in school. Each child had a green 4 leaf clover and on each petal they wrote their wishes. Judah's St. Patricks Day wishes broke my heart at the time, maybe that is the reason I am just now finding this art project. After walking through 6 months of this journey somehow I feel more able to cope with the reality of lymphoma and the strength we find in facing the truth. In my weakness He is made strong, and I find a safe shelter under the shadow of His wings.

I sit beside Judah as he fights this thing with such childlike, hopeful, confident faith. Why not wish to fly? Why not wish to not have cancer? Isn't God big enough to fulfill our wildest dreams? Are we not GREAT when we are hidden in Him? Oh we are... Judah is. Judah is amazing. God is Amazing. These wishes now bring a smile to my heart, they no longer have the cheating power to steal my childs dreams away. God is certainly bigger than the boogie man.

I wish...
To see my friends again
To fly
To have heat vision
To not have cancer

What Cancer Cannot Do

What Cancer Cannot Do

Author: Unknown

Cancer is so limited...
It cannot cripple love.
It cannot shatter hope.
It cannot corrode faith.
It cannot eat away peace.
It cannot destroy confidence.
It cannot kill friendship.
It cannot shut out memories.
It cannot silence courage.
It cannot reduce eternal life.
It cannot quench the Spirit.