What a day! Celebrate God's faithfulness with me!
"This is a time of abundance in your life.
Your cup runneth over with blessings.
After plodding uphill for many weeks,
You are now traipsing through lush meadows
Drenched in warm sunshine.
I want you to enjoy to the full this time
Of ease and refreshment. I delight in providing it for you."
- excerpt from Jesus Calling
The time has come for me to realize that I am done - done with these weekly appointments - the hanging on of chemical bags, long IV tubes and the drugged Benedryl sleeps. The last chemotherapy treatment is done. I am overwhelmed and grateful for this! What an emotional roller coaster ride this has been -- oh yes, not over yet as bones still ache deeply and medications are part of a daily routine.... but this is combined with high elation of knowing all of this has been worth it. The C125 count is down to 5.9 -- showing that cancerous cells are being wiped away...Celebrate and clap wearied but steady hands -- for the joy of the Lord is my strength! Hosanna! Hosanna to the highest!
The walk through the valley of the shadow of death is part of the past and the future is looking bright. I am excited and ready for what lies ahead... HOPE and GRACE are there opening arms wide to embrace and encourage me forward. Friends and family, peers and co-workers cheer me on, lavishing love upon this tired but applauding frame. How can thanks ever be enough? The prayers lifted high, encouraging words written down, compassionate hugs and whispered inspiration.... yes, you were there for me through good and bad and my heart is eternally grateful!
"But for you that honor my name, victory will shine like the sun with healing in its rays, and you will jump around like calves at play." Malachi 4:2 CEV
Continue to pray and lift up those who are in the cancer fight for there are many.... we need each other - those to lean onto and others to hold up high!
Congratulations, Colleen! We were absolutely delighted to watch the video of you ringing the bell! Praise God for shepherding you through this long, challenging journey!
ReplyDelete"I will sings of the Lord's great love forever;
with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.
I will declare that your love stands firm forever,
that you established your faithfulness in heaven itself." Psalm 89:1-2
Sending our love,
Wendy and Bob Weeks
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! We give God all the Glory for His promises are YES and AMEN! We will continue to praise God with you for your healing.
ReplyDeleteLaura A
Colleen, the sound of your ringing out the good news, of your 5.9, will echo in my mind every time I hear of cancer being overcome with joy and faith in God our Father.
ReplyDeleteYour friend in Jesus our Lord and King.
Joyously,
Ellen M
This is so exciting and long awaited - God is faithful and you have trusted and continue to. You bless and encourage and come alongside, thank you Colleen. We praise the name of Jesus - He's our rock, He's our fortress, He is our deliverer in Him will we trust. Praise the name of Jesus!! Standing on tiptoe to see what's next. Love to you and the whole family. Julie
ReplyDeleteColleen,
ReplyDeletePraise be to God!!!
Thank you for letting us all share all these months with you! You have lifted us up with your life experience.
Love and Prayers continue
Praise the Lord Colleen!! So thankful for answered prayers. Lord bless you as your journey continues, look forward to seeing what God has in store for you... Hope you still update once and a while :)
ReplyDeleteGod bless and so appreciate your prayers for my Mom!
Thanks, Merla Hooper (Duncalfe)