I am really going through a mad phase today, but I thought I already went through that phase. Turns out the phases repeat themselves. I have yelled at strangers this week (both of whom had it coming), but Tyler says as long as I only yell at strangers I should just go for it.
Dad is experiencing some urinary retention. They say this is due to the narcotics. Had to have a catheter placed today. This is upsetting for lots of reasons, not the least of which is that gone are his jeans and on are his pajama pants. My dad always wears Wranglers.
This year I am so incredibly aware of Holy Week. Not that I haven't been before. It's just that now I am so desperately clinging to the resurrection and eternal life. Thank you, Jesus, for giving your life so that I can live eternally with you and the loved ones who go before me. I know that this life is so brief in comparison to eternity.
Please pray for my dad's comfort and for his peace.
As always, our prayers are with you. I don't know about the others who are following your whole family's journey here, but so often I want to say something, anything, comforting or helpful. So often, I'm brought to tears over what is happening to my friend and his family. And just as often, I am the one encouraged. By the strength of will, of character, of family, and mostly strength of faith. Lynette, Erin, and Joan, keeping us up to date on how Bill is doing and baring your soul on here, I'm not sure how you do it. And Bill, such quiet strength you have shown. Your statement awhile back that was shared here "I can be angry, or I can look forward to Heaven." displays a faith that is teaching so much to so many more than just your family. I pray to God that I never have to face something as horrible as you are right now, but if I do, I hope I can face it as you have.
ReplyDeleteErin, you are so right about this week. We can rejoice in knowing that through what Jesus did for us, we will get to see our loved ones who go before us.
Take care, friends, and I look forward to seeing you all soon.