The last few days have been very difficult for Tom and I. He had his annual PET Scan last Friday. We went to the doctor’s for results today. It was bad news. The lymphoma returned near the last occurrence in his stomach area. There was only one lesion spotted, which is better than having multiple ones. He has to go through chemo again.
I make no secret of my love for Tom. I adore him for so many reasons. Chemo is difficult. The emotional and especially the physical strain can wear you out. The last time, Tom would often say, “Let’s enjoy the good days, endure the bad and regardless press forward.” You see what a wise man I’m married to. I know that many of you will pray and so I thank you ahead of time for those prayers.
I was reminded earlier in the day by the Lord of this scripture from 2 Corinthians 4:7-10:
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body.
© Nadine Zawacki 2008
42 comments:
awww I am so sorry you both have to go through this. You will be in our prayers. Be strong!
sucks hard. wish I could be with you guys to help do the small stuff. love you.
I will certain pray for your Tom, and for you, during this testing and difficult time.
Susan
oh Nadine. I'll be praying for Tom as he goes through this.. and for you.. i can't imagine having to watch Mr. C go through this so my heart just cries for you guys!
Praying for you and your husband.
Nadine, I am so sorry that your husbands lymphoma has returned. I know what you and Tom must be feeling. I know how hard chemo is on the body. I feel all that you are feeling as Pete and I went through this many times. I will certainly pray for Tom and you! I know each time Pete's lymphoma returned, I felt everything he did , it's so hard to have someone you love so much go through this. I know that it is also difficult for the wife to stay strong for your husband.
I'm so sorry. Tom will be in my prayers.
Have they thought about a stem cell transplant for him. Since he only has a small single spot. I know they do alot of stem cell transplants for lymphoma's where my husband received treatment.
You bet we'll be praying for you both, Nadine. Sorry Tom is having to endure this again. I love your attitude.
God bless,
Brenda
I am so glad that you have each other and the love that you share, to help you through this. Nadine, that is really terrible news and I know it must hurt deeply. I will pray for Tom, and I will pray for you.
I'll tell you something. God spoke to my heart as I was praying just now. I got up in the middle of this comment and went and found an empty notebook to keep by the computer JUST for prayer requests. My Blogland prayer journal. Tom and you are the very first entries into that prayer journal.
Let me know if I can do anything for you Nadine. I'm here for you if you need to talk.
i am so sorry. my prayers are with Tom and your family. Your faith is beautiful, my friend. And so are you.
Prayers coming from CA. I'm so sorry you both have to go through this again. I know your faith is very strong, I pray that you get blessed with an extra dose this time around...love you guys!
Chris
Nadine, I am so very sorry you guys have to go through another round of this trial. We love you guys TONS and will definitely be praying for a miracle of healing!
aw.cancer sucks!
how are your kids taking this?
Oh Nadine...my heart goes out to you again. My 3 year old nephew is currently going through chemo for leukemia and I see and hear how it's difficult. I will be praying for you. After I read this post, Isaiah 40: 31 came to me. I also love verses 28-30.
28
Do you not know?
Have you not heard?
The LORD is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary,
and his understanding no one can fathom.
29
He gives strength to the weary
and increases the power of the weak.
30
Even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall;
31
but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
Nadine, my wife's heart is aching for you right now. I can not even imagine all the emotions you must have swirling through you. Tom is very blessed to have you faithfully by his side as he begins this road again.
You both will be in my prayers.
I am so sorry to hear this. You will both be in my prayers. When does the chemo start?
Oh dear Nadine. I'm so very sorry. I love the scripture you shared and yes, Tom is a wise man; the quote about enjoying and enduring days is something I plan to share with others I know who are battling cancer if that is alright with you. I have 4 people in my life with cancer.
Sending you a heartfull of love Nadine.
Much love and many prayers! :)
Nadine, it breaks my heart to hear that you both have to go through this again....please know that I will be praying this week for Tom's healing...and for both of you to have complete peace!
((((HUGS)))
Oh no. You are two wonderful people who inspire others and show the love of Jesus in everything you do. Although it's horrible news, it has to end well. IT HAS TO! I will be praying for Tom (and for you, my friend) without ceasing.
That Bible verse on your post is amazing. Keep the faith!!
Love and hugs...
Ily
PS - Call me ANY TIME you want to talk.
Tell Tom we will be praying. I wish I could be with him for a trip or two to the treatment center like before. Other than prayer, if we can assist in some way, let us know. Strider
I didn't realize Tom had been through this before - I am so sorry! I know you and Tom will face it with strength, dignity, and hope! Blessings!
I'm so sorry to hear that about Tom. You write so wonderfully about him, I feel like I know him. I am raying for you. I got your back on this one, friend!
I am so sorry that you have to go this again, I will be praying for you guys!
I will be praying!!
((((((HUGS))))))
We love you Nadine...and Tom...
We are praying.
We are with you.
Don't give up.
Don't give in.
Don't ever quit!
Hearts are breaking...all over here. Wish we could physically be there for you. Just know we are there in spirit and in prayers!
I pray that God will send you some ministering angels to help with this journey!
Thats a great scriptured Nadine! Stay strong and press foreward! The Lord will See you through this! I am so sorry to hear you are going through all this I pray for Strength, comfort and peace and quick healing to his body!
Just checking in Nadine.
Love and prayers! :)
Yes- praying and praying...
I am so sorry to hear this Nadine. Know you both will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Please hang in there...
I admired the strength and courage both of you are going true now Nadine and yes you know we'll pray for speedy recovery.
praying. :)
I am praying so fervently and with such faith for Tom, for you, for your family...
You are one of the strongest women I've ever had the gift to know... please know the river of prayers that are coming your way from so many corners of this great earth.
Let us know if there is anything we can do...
Y'all are on my heart and mind tonight.
I'm praying for you and Tom. So sorry that he has to go through this again. I can't imagine what this is like, but you did marry a strong, wise man, so hold on to that. Hold onto the promises of Jesus too. I pray for Tom to have an easy time with this chemo and for complete healing.
Hi Nadine, I've been praying for you off and on the last few days. For Tom too.
Be encouraged God's arms are big and His lap has room for you to sit in and rest and feel safe
I'm praying for you both!
Praying for you,Tom,Lisa and Tommy. "God…is able to do far more than we would dare to ask or even dream of-infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts or hopes. Ephesians 3:20" May God grant you the strength and peace you need at this time. Love you guys dearly. DSOTO
Oh dear bloggy friend. I wish I could reach out and just squeeze your hand and pray over you and your precious husband. I do hear your strength, and love the scripture you have shared. Please know that in snowy Oregon much time is dedicated to prayer for your Tom.
Nadine, you are right, there will be many prayers said for the two of you. You also know you have many people who support you and will be there if you need us!
Let me know if htere is anything I can do.
Sara
I am so very sorry. I will pray for both of you and be checking back in. You will be in my heart. You guys can get through this. I know you can.
Praying God will touch you even now...
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