Into the valley? 5-25-09
Dear Ones....
It has been about 2 weeks since I last wrote an update on Tom’s condition. He goes every weekday morning for his radiation treatment (through June 2). He has stayed well and we have been enjoying it so much. Then about 4 days ago, his cough became louder and deeper and more persistent.
Checking on line, we learned that cancers in the lung usually develop into deep wrenching destructive coughs–maybe we are at that stage. We’ve shed some tears talking with the Lord and each other about this, but Tom always ends up with: “The Lord suffered to death for me, why should I do less for Him? I am willing.” We know He will give us the strength to go through whatever He sends our way.
On a brighter note, we have had several friends visit us here for a day or two–what joy!–including our Dave and Deb who were here for a video project. What joy! Others have called saying they are coming. We are also planning for Tom’s sister, Deloras Wilson, to come from Salt Lake to see us the end of June, then take her with us for one last trip to see their relatives in Kentucky, but that may not be realistic with this turn in his condition. We are taking one month at a time now.
We are feeling more at home at our new Woodcreek church all the time. So many dear friends already. This church has grown 60% in one year (since moving into a new building) and the ministry to seniors is developing. We have met with our pastor and other leaders sharing ideas to expand the ministry--we so much want to be a part.
As we participated in the Lord’s table at church yesterday morning, rejoicing in His unfailing love for us, these words came to my heart:
Some through the water, some through the flood,
Some through the fire, but all through the blood,
Some through great sorrow but God gives a song
In the night season, and all the day long....
With those words ringing in our hearts, we are......Seeking to finish well in TX....
Dotty Hash (for Tom too)
326 Highland Ridge Dr
Wylie TX 75098
214-501-2527 cell: 720-480-7487
