We are finally home!
This week has been one of our most difficult and one of our sweetest. Marc has decided that after 17 months that he is done fighting cancer. He is tired. He hurts. He is ready to let go.
Over the last two days we have had some wonderful conversations with our palliative team. We have come up with a plan and have invited hospice in to help us. This is a difficult transition, but a necessary one. He will no longer be doing any nutritional support. His care will strictly be comfort measures.
One of the questions that has come up more frequently than others is "How long do we have?" Only the Lord knows this; however, given our doctor's experience he has estimated between three weeks and three months. A wide margin, I know, but dependant on variables too numerous to list.
We would be grateful for your continued prayers during this time -- for Marc, for the kids, for our extended family and friends. This is a grieving process for all. I know many of you would like to visit and we will try to accommodate everyone as much as possible. Depending on how he is feeling on any given day will dictate how much (if any) company he can handle.
Again...thank you all for serving us and loving us in this time. We are humbled daily by all the blessings that are showered on us.
With love and gratitude....
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Jane,
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Heidi Boos
Jane~
ReplyDeleteHi friend. I sure wish there was something I could do for all of you. Please know that I am praying. Call on us if you need anything. I am here
Heather Wendler
Jane we are so saden by this news. We are praying for all of you in this hard time. We know god is in control and we hope you and the kids enjoy each day the lord has for you all to talk, and love on each other. god Bless you and give you all strength to meet each day with new eyes and a full heart, and love to cherish for one another . thinking of you. The Wilsons
ReplyDelete"To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you lived. This is to have succeeded."
ReplyDeleteTo Jane and kids:
ReplyDeleteYou and kids are in our prayers has you are going though a tough time with Marc's health. This can be a tough time going with Marc's health and focus and keeping reading your Bible because that's how you can be faith with this tough time.
Michelle and the Meier Family
Jane~
ReplyDeleteWe are sending you all our love and prayers. May the Lord carry each and everyone of you in His hands and fill you with comfort and peace.
God Bless you all!
All our Love,
The Lance Schweitzers
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.”
ReplyDeleteI love you sis.
we are praying!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDelete"And I - in righteousness I will see your face;
ReplyDeletewhen I awake, I will be satisfied with seeing your likeness." - Psalm 17:15
Love in Him,
Jim and Denise Lundblade
Dear friends, what a victorious faith-filled battle you’ve fought so far. You know that your courage, strength and testimony through it all have had a far-reaching impact on hearts and lives. What a joy it will be one day when we are all in God’s presence to witness the breadth of what He’s accomplished. But for now, I know that your hearts, spirits and bodies are weary. Sweet rest and peace for all of you...that’s my prayer. May God grant you strength to not only face each coming day ahead, but also savor the moments within the crazy mix of emotional highs and lows that it brings. Know that you are loved, and that you are greatly admired for your continued courage and faithfulness! Jen
ReplyDeleteThankful for the Holy Spirit's ability to take our heart's emotions and express them to the Father when we can't come up with the words. Love you guys. Please call me if it is possible for me to come by and see Marc.
ReplyDeleteJohn M. 503-740-7500
You are all constantly in my thoughts and in my heart. May you find peace.
ReplyDeleteNancy Coverdale
Dear Marc and Jane, Thanks to Libby's facebook post, I found your blog today. Oh how I wish with you that the surgery outcome had been better. I am glad, though, that at least it has given some relieving benefits. My heart and prayers are with you both, and our family continues to be in prayer with your family. Our kids pray frequently for you, as do we. We are so amazed at your astonishing testimony of faithfulness, continuing in faith. We pray our gracious Father will sustain you today, this moment; and that you would feel and know His loving touch right now. With love and much prayer, Tonya, for the Walmer Family
ReplyDeleteDear Marc and Jane, I, like Tonya, received this link from Libby's facebook post. Bless you for your faithfulness and witness. Please know that you are being uplifted by many and that my family has been praying for yours. I'm truely sorry that you are going through this. I pray for God's protection over your children and comfort. Love and prayers from the Beam Family
ReplyDeleteYou Marc and Jane, are truly courageous and to take this walk with grace I am forever touched deeply. I pray for God's strength. I am always here for you in any capacity that may be needed. I love your family so very much my tears overflow with both sadness and happiness. Carla
ReplyDeleteDear Marc and Jane,
ReplyDeleteYou do not know me but your husband hired my husband, Joel Schmeltzer, to be a dba at Xerox. Apparently Marc was helpful to Joel and taught him well! Joel just heard about Marc and his health issues and forwarded this link onto me. As I was sitting here reading this God brought this scripture to mind. Numbers 6:24-26 "...24 The Lord bless you and watch, guard, and keep you;25 The Lord make His face to shine upon and enlighten you and be gracious (kind, merciful, and giving favor) to you;26 The Lord lift up His [approving] countenance upon you and give you peace (tranquility of heart and life continually)..." (Amp) Please know that our prayers are with you. I cannot imagine what you are facing, but if you need anything (prayer, a shoulder, etc.) please let me know! Sometimes it is easier to go to a stranger... 503.381.3962
Lots of prayers,
Joel and Dennette Schmeltzer
I weep so for my old friend...I won't visit you until you're in your new home. I just can't do it. Blessings my friend. May we look for His coming with great Glory and Power... Aman. Mike Button
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