Jenn and Sean's good friend is suffering from cancer that has spread to his brain. He is just 24 years old.
He is in the thoughts and prayers of many who are supporting him. I've been asking friends to join in prayer for this young man.
One of my friends sent me this prayer that she prayed with her brother who also suffered with brain cancer.
It is a prayer of strength and hope. I am sharing it here. If you'd like, please pray for Jenn and Sean's friend, that he may receive healing, strength and peace.
This Prayer of Protection written by James Dillet Freeman :
The Light of God surrounds me.
The Love of God enfolds me.
The Power of God protects me.
The Presence of God watches over me.
The Mind of God guides me.
The Life of God flows through me.
The Laws of God direct me.
The Power of God abides within me.
The Strength of God renews me.The Beauty of God inspires me.
Wherever I am, God is!
Thank you!
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Good News
Just reflecting on "good news" events over the past month...
Addie is not only surviving, but thriving in her life up in the Rockies.While interning at the science school, she is living in a cabin with breathtaking views all around. After months of searching the web, she finally found an affordable flight home for the holidays ~ one that fits her schedule perfectly. It will be so good to see her again.
Jenn and Sean have finally set their wedding date. Seems that the church was slow in responding to their request for the date of choice because of a retreat. Now the priest actually said that the church is willing to change the date of the retreat to accommodate the wedding. How rare is that! And Jenn and Sean have both decided on career choices so now they can plan for further education. A lot of deliberation went into that!
I'm taking a holiday card-making class. I'm finding it's strengthening my computer skills, besides being a way to get creative with projects. Thanks to Pat J. for recommending this for me.
Geo and I have enjoyed some fun events. We participated in a VT Humanities Council two day conference: Comedy and Satire, It's No Joke. We came together with about 200 people to examine the history of satire in literature, cartoons and movies. The presenters seemed to be in agreement that we are currently in a renaissance of satire, as had first occurred in the 18th Century. Geo and I will be reading with renewed appreciation our New Yorker cartoon book, a gift from Addie. Ed Koren from the New Yorker was one of the presenters at the conference.
Saturday evening Geo and I also attended a dinner in Stowe with an opera group. I had seen a simulcast opera in HD live from the Met at one of our local theaters, and this really sparked my interest in opera. This local group is encouraging opera appreciation by planning trips, dinners, and talks. We had a great time and look forward to meeting up with them again. I do hope to see more HD productions, as well as opera in person.
Other good news is that Mom is beginning to settle in at the senior living center. I met with the staff today and am so pleased with the level of care they are providing her. This gives us so much peace of mind. I do hope and pray that she becomes more and more at peace and happy in her new environment.
I'm also looking forward to Thanksgiving at the home of the in-laws-to-be. Sean's parents have generously invited us to share dinner with their family.This is the first time I can remember that in all my adult life I will not be the one doing all the cooking. I just know we'll have a great time, AND there'll be toasts all around with "pumpkin pie martinis." Yay!
All this good news after months of challenging uncertainties will give me much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving Day. Life is good.
Addie is not only surviving, but thriving in her life up in the Rockies.While interning at the science school, she is living in a cabin with breathtaking views all around. After months of searching the web, she finally found an affordable flight home for the holidays ~ one that fits her schedule perfectly. It will be so good to see her again.
Jenn and Sean have finally set their wedding date. Seems that the church was slow in responding to their request for the date of choice because of a retreat. Now the priest actually said that the church is willing to change the date of the retreat to accommodate the wedding. How rare is that! And Jenn and Sean have both decided on career choices so now they can plan for further education. A lot of deliberation went into that!
I'm taking a holiday card-making class. I'm finding it's strengthening my computer skills, besides being a way to get creative with projects. Thanks to Pat J. for recommending this for me.
Geo and I have enjoyed some fun events. We participated in a VT Humanities Council two day conference: Comedy and Satire, It's No Joke. We came together with about 200 people to examine the history of satire in literature, cartoons and movies. The presenters seemed to be in agreement that we are currently in a renaissance of satire, as had first occurred in the 18th Century. Geo and I will be reading with renewed appreciation our New Yorker cartoon book, a gift from Addie. Ed Koren from the New Yorker was one of the presenters at the conference.
Saturday evening Geo and I also attended a dinner in Stowe with an opera group. I had seen a simulcast opera in HD live from the Met at one of our local theaters, and this really sparked my interest in opera. This local group is encouraging opera appreciation by planning trips, dinners, and talks. We had a great time and look forward to meeting up with them again. I do hope to see more HD productions, as well as opera in person.
Other good news is that Mom is beginning to settle in at the senior living center. I met with the staff today and am so pleased with the level of care they are providing her. This gives us so much peace of mind. I do hope and pray that she becomes more and more at peace and happy in her new environment.
I'm also looking forward to Thanksgiving at the home of the in-laws-to-be. Sean's parents have generously invited us to share dinner with their family.This is the first time I can remember that in all my adult life I will not be the one doing all the cooking. I just know we'll have a great time, AND there'll be toasts all around with "pumpkin pie martinis." Yay!
All this good news after months of challenging uncertainties will give me much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving Day. Life is good.
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