Waiting is never easy. Whatever we want we want now, and waiting for it doesnt build the expectation, it just makes us more impatient and more frustrated. Anyway, thats me. And with the last two weeks out of the way since the 'treatment', we're now in waiting mode. Waiting for the radiation and chemo to finish their work (yes, its the gift that keeps on giving, even when you stop getting it) and the bod to restore itself to some sort of normality. And after 3-4 weeks - another further round of scans to see what further treatment is required, almost certainly more (higher dose) chemo, and possible surgery... all for a few more months? Who knows? In the meantime I am embarking on another course of treament from an alternative specialist, highly recommended, with the hope that whatever she can do will negate the need for going back to the traditional treatment. These costs arent covered by any health cover, and they dont come cheap, but ifs it helps the cause, it will be worth it.
The cab has gone, so now we're on the lookout for some casual or part time work - this is the first week I've felt up to it since the treatment stopped, so thats a good sign! Stay with me during this 'limbo' stage, dont give up! I'm not! Now for a nice fish meal courtesy Phil the Fisherman - well done Phil, and thanks!
love and hugs from us both
ReplyDeleteYou're never alone mate - we check the blog daily - we are with you, Fay and the family all the way - you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our friendships has been strong for some 40 years so you can rest assured that we won't let you face this hurdle by yourselves. Be bold and be strong for the Lord our God is with you.
ReplyDeleteSelwyn & Sue
Glad you enjoyed the fish....hopefully will have some more for you next time.
ReplyDeleteDear Uncle Murray,
ReplyDeleteHere is a verse from Isaiah 41:10 that I wanted to share with you and aunty Fay.....'Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.'
I managed to raise $838 with the shave for a cure. Thanks for your help. You are still very much in our thoughts and prayers as you play the waiting game.
Let us know if there is anything practical we can do for you guys.
All our love Brad, Coral, Eva, and Stella x x x x
Hi Murray , Still with you, limbo it isn't an easy place to be. We may feel as if we are going back one day, forward the next and then other days, standing still. Guys don;t like to stand still and like to fix everything. God is never in Limbo and He is working for our good and His Glory All The Time. Love from us both,
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Hey Murray and Fay, It never ceases to amaze me how many people place meaningful messages on your 'site'. Why am I surprised? I should not be. You have touched many people and your steadfastness and strong faith 'shouts' out in every one of your blog entries. Waiting is not easy - be still, be content and wait for the miracle.
ReplyDeleteBrother Lawrence and sister Rose
Dad, I often think of a piece of art that you had hanging at the end of the hallway to the bedrooms at East Coast Rd. It had repeated pictures of a child, content and happy in whatever circumstance. For me it was about finding fulfilment in the present. Thats not easy, especially at this time, and being in limbo, but maybe now might be a time of "just being" in the present and in your faith. talk soon xxx
ReplyDeleteHi Murray and Fay, you are still in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and yours and are looking forward to having Richard, Leanne and Fletcher with us for a few days over the next fortnight, as well as Melinda and Glen who will sleep at our place while they are at camp. And what about Gina and Mike? Hopefully I will get to be caleb's kindy teacher! How lovely would that be?
ReplyDeleteLots of love
Naomi and Nev xxoo
Hey Murray,
ReplyDeleteWe had a guest speaker at church a few weeks ago who referred to the quote I'm sure you've heard before from 'Betsie Ten Boom' in a German concentration camp.... "There is no pit so deep that God's love is not deeper still." When I heard this I thought of you immediately. May God's strength be with you.
Lots of love, Rich (Leanne and Fletch)