Elaine...each passing day...

Elaine,
     Today, you and Nick have been on our hearts and minds.  We understand the things that each of us face here in our own lives, but your life as well as other parents calls into remembrance for us here how the Father loves us:

Father, thanks for letting us just be able to call you that!.. dare we even say  "Dad".  Knowing that's what you want to be for us.... as a child for letting us be able to come to You for everything...our doubts, our fears, uncertainties, and questions... Daddy, we confess that more times than not we find ourselves not really knowing where to go...to turn...to lean...and yet somewhere in that place that we feel You, You quitely remind us as only as a Father can, to rest...to just be still...and know.  Although we don't understand it all, You remind us that You sometimes don't always calm the storm, but You do promise to calm Your child....to know that even in those times when we can't see Your hand moving, that it's then You want us to trust Your heart.  You didn't call us to come to a building, a denomination, or to a religion, but to You...and You alone...so now we're leaning...leaning on what You said that if we drew near to You, You'd draw near to us...that if we seek You, we'd find you...help us to remember that in Happy moments, praise You...Difficult moments, seek You...Quiet moments, worship You...Painful moments, trust You...Every moment, thank You...and right now, Heavenly Father, that's where we find ourselves with Elaine and Nick...replace fear with comfort...uncertainty with strength...doubts with increased faith and rest....in doing this reminded us of whose we are...this I pray in Your Son's name...Cover them with Your abiding Love....give Your angels charge over them....

Prayfully,
Your children


Elaine, we love you and Nick more and more each passing day!  

[ladybug52]

First I have to say thank you God for the friendships I have made on this website. Thank you God that you have brought me close to your children, and help me to pass on the love and comfort that I receive from you each day. Dear Father God, please help Elaine and Nick as they go through life's trials with sickness and pain. Help Nick to know that there are so many who care and want him to be well. Let him feel your love and assurance and take away his fear. He is a child of yours' dear heavenly Father, and his mother Elaine suffers when he suffers. Dear Father, we implore you to bring comfort and knowledge to Nick and his mother. Help with the choices that are put before them, help Elaine to have the peace that only you can give her dear Lord. Please let her feel your love, the love that only a parent can have for a child. Let her know she is loved by us and let her know that we share her pain. Please take away some of the pain and suffering Nick is going through. Help him dear Father, to be well, and to continue to be strong. He is reaching the depths of despair and only you can bring him close to you for comfort. Father God we come before you today because we have a friend in need of your help. I thank you for the many blessings you've given me. We ask in Jesus name that you help us, and bless us again by helping Elaine in ways that we're not able.
Amen

Please add to this prayer chain for Nick and Elaine......he is tired of being sick and it's killing Elaine to watch him suffer. He goes to talk to the Dr on Tues, pray that he gets the guidance to make the right choice and the strength to continue his fight.
Love you Elaine....and Rick!
Bug

[shastri20032003]

Dear Elaine,fully understand how you feel as have two little ones myself
You and Nick will be there in my prayers and I am sure He will find a way for you
Trust in Him Always

[tumbleweed1999]

I think it is very appropo for what we are going thru.   I hope that those who read it will find some comfort in it.

Geri

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MY QUILT

As I faced my Maker at the last Judgment, I knelt before the Lord along with all the other souls.

Before each of us laid our lives like the squares of a quilt in many piles; an angel sat before each of us sewing our quilt squares together into a tapestry
that is our life.

But as my angel took each piece of cloth off the pile, I noticed how ragged and empty each of my squares was. They were filled with giant holes. Each square was labeled with a part of my life that had been difficult, the challenges and temptations I was faced with in every day life. I saw hardships that I endured, which were the largest holes of all.

I glanced around me. Nobody else had such squares. Other than a tiny hole here and there, the other tapestries were filled with rich color and the bright hues of worldly fortune. I gazed upon my own life and was disheartened.

My angel was sewing the ragged pieces of cloth together, threadbare and empty, like binding air.

Finally the time came when each life was to be displayed, held up to the light, the scrutiny of truth. The others rose; each in turn, holding up their
tapestries. So filled their lives had been. My angel looked upon me, and nodded for me to rise.

My gaze dropped to the ground in shame. I hadn't had all the earthly fortunes. I had love in my life, and laughter. But there had also been trials of illness, and wealth, and false accusations that took from me my world, as I knew it. I had to start over many times I often struggled with the temptation to quit, only to somehow muster the strength to pick up and begin again. I spent many nights on my knees in prayer, asking for help and guidance in my life. I had often been held up to ridicule, which I endured painfully, each time offering it up to the Father in hopes that I would not melt within my skin beneath the judgmental gaze of those who unfairly judged me.

And now, I had to face the truth. My life was what it was, and I had to accept it for what it was.

I rose and slowly lifted the combined squares of my life to the light.  An awe-filled gasp filled the air. I gazed around at the others who stared at me with wide eyes.

Then, I looked upon the tapestry before me. Light flooded the many holes, creating an image, the face of Christ.



Then our Lord stood before me, with warmth and love in His eyes. He said, "Every time you gave over your life to Me, it became My life, My hardships, and My struggles.

Each point of light in your life is when you stepped aside and let Me shine through, until there was more of Me than there was of you."

May all our quilts be threadbare and worn, allowing Christ to shine through!

[debnevada]

My prayers and those of my church are with you tonight.  

Please, Dear Father, help Your daughter Elaine feel as if she is in the palm of Your guiding hand. Help her understand Your will, give her strength and peace and the absolute certainty that You are there with her at all times, especially these times.

We thank You Lord
We Love You Lord
amen

[ladybug52]

beautiful....

[ladywhy]

Dear Father... Dear Abba..tonite we lift up to you our friend, Elaine and her son Nick. We humbly ask that you will replace her fears and turn them into FAITH in you, Dear Lord. We pray for your Peace to be upon her, Your Grace to fill her...that you will please give her your strength and wisdom when advising and supporting Nick. LORD, I ask that you show them what your Will is for their lives, especially now. I pray you will fill Nick with Your Holy Spirit....take away the apathy, the depression, please fill the dark hole within him with Your Love and Kindness. All power and Glory is Yours, Almighty Father and I humbly ask that a great Healing take place in Nicks mind, body and spirit. In Your Precious Son, Jesus Christ name, we pray.

[Forseegood]

But I can only surmise that there might be something happening with Child and Nick, her son? I looked around the site and couldn't find anything, if anyone can elaborate, I'm just hoping that they are okay...thanks....

[tulips27]

I am praying like I never prayed before. You have all our prayers, hopes, and wishes for your son.
Please know how hard we are all praying . Please.





Giselle

[ladybug52]

I made a comment at the end of my post that I hoped would clear things up a little. They are just going through a lot of stress and indecision on what to do at this point. Tx is very hard on Nick, but he hates to wait and do nothing. Advice anyone?
Bug

[ladywhy]

"What kind of mother am I ? "

A caring, loving very concerned mother...that's who.
Your concern for all of us is such a comfort...your humor and love shines through.
Thanks

[Andiamo1]

I second Ladywhy's comment.  You are a wonderful mother.

It seems so unfair that a young person has to suffer this way.  I am sure this will eventually strengthen him and he will fully enjoy all that life has to offer.

Eric

[Forseegood]

Oh, I'm sending you and Nick healing vibes, the only thing I can do from here, but I am sending them! Ditto what everyone says, youre a wonderful mother, in some situations there isn't a whole lot of things we can say, we always second guess ourselves, but the situation isn't the best, that's all...he knows you love him unconditionally...hope you both have some much better days ahead of you!!!!!

Ladybug: thanks for the head's up, hope youre feeling better as well, at least it has cooled down for you huh? it has here, thank God!!!!

[Liv]

One of my friends sent me this today which I wanted to forward to you and your dear son;

God,  when I'm in pain, I forget that You care about me.  I forget that You have helped me through my trials.  I forget that You love me.  I forget that I am important to You.  Show me Your presence - let me feel Your enveloping love.

[wyntre9]

I hope the dr. visit Tuesday brings a solution.

And you are an amazing mom!

wyntre

[GrandmaA]

Elaine,
I'm so sorry things got so dark for your son, Nick. The clouds will part in time and the sun will shine again.  These meds are very powerful chemicals and affect different people differently. We are not all the same.  I'm sure things will improve. I'm saying a prayer for both of you.
God bless.

P.S.
I feel so guilty to have 2 healthy sons. One will be 45 next week.

You can always turn to this great forum full of caring friends, many with great advice and lovely poems.

[GoofyDad]

Sorry to show up late to the thread. Not to get too sentimental and stuff (I have an image to look after) but  I need to tell you that your journey really touches the soul. I have a son who's the center of my world, and I can't fathom how difficult this would be. I have early cirrhosis, and I would 10 times over rather have it for myself than to live with my son having it. So please don't for one minute think you're going through less than anyone else.

Maybe that wasn't a particularly good thought to share - but I want you to know that I certainly appreciate - even if I can't comprehend - what you're going through.

OK  - Back to fart jokes at 11.  

[ladybug52]

I think it was a great thought to share..what parent wouldn't willingly take on their childs suffering to ease their pain? Well, only the best parents feel that way and you and Elains certainly qualify....now for a bit of fart humor....
Bug

[meki]

Elaine - Sweetie - you and Nick are in my thoughts! Babe, sending you positive vibes.

Love to you,

Meki

[debnevada]

I was moved by Goofy's statement, weren't you Elaine?

But I know you'd want me to help Goofy because he fell down on the fart joke that should have followed.

Goofy: You fell down on the job, I kept refreshing to see the fart joke at 11.  So since you did, I post a fart list in your honor......curtsying prettily

WHEN YOU SHOULD NEVER FART:
1. Inside a crowded elevator.
2. Inside a public library.
3. On a crowded train.
4. Whilst giving a speech.
5. In Church.
6. Whilst on a date.
7. In a packed lecture theatre.
8. In your office.
9. At a cinema.
10. In a walk-in freezer - it'll linger a while
11. In a ticket line.
13. On an airplane.
14. During confession
15. In the bed, whilst feeling frisky.

WHEN TO FART:
1. Bosses office as you are about to leave. - best to make sure it's silent but violent.
2. In a bathroom.
3. In the cashiers line - it's bound to speed things up.
4. The empty elevator before you get off.
5. Beside an occupied dressing room - no doubt it'll quickly become unnocupied.
6. Your co-workers cubicle at the office.
7. When deep sea diving.
8. Back seat of the Police Mobile after being arrested.
9. In your car if you've been carjacked.
10. During a pie eating competition to distract your competitors.

[jools57]

I will be keeping you and Nick in my prayers...There has been a really dark spirit around this last week...We will stand against the enemy and claim our wellness...mental and physical!!!...
You are such an awesome mom...don't ever think otherwise!!!!...Praying you and Nick feel the Father's love at this moment and always,
Hugs and Blessings, J

[meki]

Hey --- crazy is kinda fun sometimes... LOL!

Meki