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Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Will You Pray?

I want to post one of the book lists that are in my draft file. Or a new recipe I've tried. Anything to distract myself and pretend that all is smiles and springtime fun at our house.

But it is not.

For the last several weeks Ed has been having severe headaches. At first he could keep it controlled with pain meds but now it is causing nausea and an inability to focus.

Today he is getting blood work and a CAT scan. Will you pray that we can find some answers that will help Ed find relief from these headaches?

And please pray for our family. I never guessed it would be so hard to have your husband ill.

But we do have wonderful support from our family, friends, and church.

And, of course, God. How can anyone face hard things in life without Him?


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51 comments:

  1. StarlaMay 10, 2017 at 11:01 AM

    Oh I'm so sorry! Will pray for answers, peace in your heart, and strength for this journey.

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  2. Bethany EicherMay 10, 2017 at 11:09 AM

    Oh Gina. Praying. I know how quickly my mind runs in a million directions when it's my husband! Much peace and grace to you and your family ❤

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  3. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 11:21 AM

    Praying for Ed - Please read Psalm 62 - God will bless your family with his faithfulness and love - For His mercy endures forever...

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  4. ReginaMay 10, 2017 at 11:22 AM

    Dear yes I will pray for Ed. Poor guy. I wonder if it's migraines.

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  5. SarahMay 10, 2017 at 11:26 AM

    I will definitely keep you, your husband and family in my prayers!! Malachi 4:2

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  6. Stephanie J. LeinbachMay 10, 2017 at 11:35 AM

    It's my turn to lift you and your family to the throne of grace, after all the praying you've done for me and mine. May grace and strength (and answers) be yours, and may you find rest in the presence of God.

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  7. Lori in MissouriMay 10, 2017 at 11:58 AM

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  8. Barb WrightMay 10, 2017 at 12:12 PM

    Oh yes! I will pray for Ed's healing, as well as for you as you care for him. I wish you all well. Blessings to your family in a trying time.

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  9. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 12:30 PM

    Dear Gina,
    I will pray. God bless you and your family. Love and prayers ...

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  10. duchesssarahMay 10, 2017 at 12:34 PM

    Saying a prayer for you and your family.
    "He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds." Psalm 147:3

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  11. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 12:35 PM

    I'll pray,and I'll ask others I know to pray, too. May God bless Ed with a speedy return to health, and bless you with what you need to manage at this time.
    Warm best wishes to you all!

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  12. GrammaGritsMay 10, 2017 at 12:51 PM

    Praying . . .

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  13. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 1:28 PM

    God is faithful! Of course we'll pray for Ed and for you and the children too. I base my prayer on 1 Peter 2:24 - we're so focused on the first part of this verse that we forget that Jesus also suffered for our healing.

    God bless your whole family!

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  14. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 1:48 PM

    Prayers for Ed, you and family.

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  15. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 1:51 PM

    Have they done bloodwork for Lyme's (both dormant and active)? And now prayer: Lord, we come before you as you are our healer and right now Ed needs healing. We pray that you provide him with relief and with answers, miraculous or through your servant-doctors. I pray for wisdom and guidance as they work to figure out what is causing Ed's pain and work to dissolve it. We pray for Gina, as a wife it's so hard to see your strong husband so sick and we pray you'd give her your strength, your energy, your peace, and your clear-headedness as she juggles many things right now. Be over this situation in a powerful way. Thank you for giving the Author of our lives and I pray your writing is so evident over all these unknowns. In the healing name of Jesus we pray.

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  16. Mrs.TMay 10, 2017 at 2:29 PM

    We will certainly pray for Ed, Gina! These are symptoms that could be very frightening, but for the fact that God is in control of them and He has a plan. We will pray for you and for the children as well. This is not easy, but God is good and will give you the necessary strength.

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  17. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 4:03 PM

    We are not alone, for God is with us! Praying for you.

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  18. UnknownMay 10, 2017 at 4:31 PM

    I am praying! Strength and peace for you as you keep that brave face on for your little ones and healing for Ed.

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  19. LindaMay 10, 2017 at 5:11 PM

    Praying for your husband's healing, you to have peace in the storm, knowing God has this and for the family who will all feel it too. Bless you all, I can't imagine how hard that would be. ~ Linda https://fhawk.blogspot.co.nz

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  20. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 5:12 PM

    We will pray for Ed and your family. May God grant you peace and strength through this time. Christine

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  21. Lucinda JMay 10, 2017 at 5:53 PM

    I will be praying, Gina. God be with you and your family.

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  22. UnknownMay 10, 2017 at 5:56 PM

    Praying for you all!!!

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  23. Janelle MartinMay 10, 2017 at 5:58 PM

    Prayers for u n your family!

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  24. Mrs. DougMay 10, 2017 at 6:09 PM

    Yes, we will be praying as well. It is a hard thing to face difficulty without Christ. We'll be praying for you too with all the many responsibilities you have.

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  25. MegMay 10, 2017 at 6:10 PM

    I have never posted here before but I love reading about you and your family.
    All of you are in my prayers.Meg

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  26. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 6:10 PM

    Keeping you, Ed and the children in prayer.
    "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength" Phillippians 4:13

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  27. Pots and PansMay 10, 2017 at 6:18 PM

    Praying for you. Reading your post made my heart sink -- please do not worry. Do not fear. All answers are with Him and His will. Cuddle your little ones and have faith!

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  28. UnknownMay 10, 2017 at 6:32 PM

    Ed, you, and all your lovely family are in my prayers. Amen to Anonymous's thoughtful prayer.
    Your blog is such a pleasure to receive. Thank you for sharing so much with us.
    mari

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  29. KathrynMay 10, 2017 at 6:34 PM

    We are praying for all of you as well.

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  30. Linda WMay 10, 2017 at 7:01 PM

    Praying for you and your family.

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  31. TammyMay 10, 2017 at 7:40 PM

    Father, I offer up Ed to You; for comfort and healing; a revealing scan; and swift and full recovery. All for Your glory. In Christ's Name, Amen.

    Do keep us posted about his results, pls!

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  32. UnknownMay 10, 2017 at 7:40 PM

    Just saw the post, Gina. We'll all be praying for Ed! I'll also add him to our prayer chain up here!

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  33. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 7:41 PM

    Praying for healing for your husband and grace for you and your family through the storm.

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  34. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 7:56 PM

    Dear Gina!

    Sorry to hear about your trials. Definitely praying for Ed and the rest of the family.

    God bless,
    Michaela

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  35. MarleneMay 10, 2017 at 8:01 PM

    Gina, I will pray. I understand some of the stress as my mother was found to have a brain tumor six weeks ago and we are walking the complicated path of surgery recovery. There is grace, you are right, though some days it is hard to look clearly for it.

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  36. amyjane30May 10, 2017 at 8:56 PM

    Yes. Praying.

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  37. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 9:00 PM

    I will pray! The unknown is scary . Praying for peace, strength, and answers for your family!rosene

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  38. Holt FamilyMay 10, 2017 at 9:17 PM

    Will absolutely be praying for your family and for Ed. I know this is a trying time. I pray the Lord rescues you with strength and peace.

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  39. Bonnie BurkholderMay 10, 2017 at 10:21 PM

    Dear Ed & Gina, and children, our prayers are joining the hundreds of others.... I wish my arms were long enough to give you a hug right now. Lord, put your arms around your children, they need a touch from You!

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  40. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 10:48 PM

    That is very hard! It is so very hard for a family too! praying

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  41. Nanna ChelMay 10, 2017 at 10:57 PM

    I will also be praying for your hubby, Gina. It must be such a difficult time for you all. I hope that a quick diagnosis can be made and that he is back to good health very quickly.

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  42. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 11:51 PM

    Thank you for sharing with us. We will be praying for your husband, you and your family during this time. So glad you have family and church family to give you home support. May you have peace that passes understanding at this time.

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  43. AnonymousMay 11, 2017 at 3:17 AM

    Prayed and will continue.

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  44. AnonymousMay 11, 2017 at 4:19 AM

    You and your family are being prayed for in Hawaii.

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  45. AnonymousMay 11, 2017 at 4:38 AM

    Ho ! je suis vraiment très très attristée par cette nouvelle...
    Tout mon coeur va vers vous et mes prières pour votre mari....
    Isabelle

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  46. AnonymousMay 11, 2017 at 5:38 AM

    Praying for you all at this time.
    blessings to you all
    shelley p

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  47. Kidzc00kMay 11, 2017 at 7:05 AM

    Prayers for you all.

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  48. EllieMay 11, 2017 at 9:02 AM

    I'm sorry to hear about Ed's headaches. Lifting all of you to the throne.

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  49. AthanasiaMay 11, 2017 at 9:51 AM

    I am sorry to hear of your husband's health trouble. We pray for healing and peace of mind.

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  50. AnonymousMay 11, 2017 at 12:13 PM

    Hi Gina. I'm so very sorry to hear about the issue with Ed. But you are right when you say God's Grace is sufficient enough for this. May I add to what you said, and say Gods power is made perfect in weakness. Paul, with his ailments, then says: " Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." That is in 2 Cor 12. Rest in Gods promises of comfort and cling to the light of eternity. Do you read Beside the Still Waters devotional? Today's is about focusing on Heaven and not the temporal. Sickness is fleeting... life is fleeting. But I am not suggesting Ed is terminally ill or anything - it may be a benign growth. We will certainly pray for him and your family. 🌷-Lauren

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  51. GailMay 12, 2017 at 5:46 PM

    Gina,
    I'm praying for him and for you as you juggle all the demands of being a wife and mother and caregiver!
    Gail

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