Karen's Day at Shands

Karen wanted a place for family and friends to be able to see how she is doing each day at Shands. This is how she is making that happen.

Thoughts from today

November6

I cried alot today. Don has been very busy today on the computer, so I had to entertain myself without a computer or him.  Mom and Dad were out running errands so they did not get by until 2 pm.  I think I am just really sick of being sick.  Even though I have so much to be happy for…It still gets hard. 

On the bright side, the music people showed up again today and we had a nice little sing along.  We sang Don’s favorite “Rainbow Connection” from the Kermit the frog Movie, “Amazing Grace”, “Hallelujah” from the Shrek movie, “Somewhere out there” from an American tale, and some other more folky type songs.

Don has been tremendous through all of this.  He is so attentive and hardly leaves my side.  I am so thankful and blessed to have him.  I would like to thank  the folks at Don’s work who have allowed him to stay here with me.  I am so much stronger knowing he is with me, and don’t think I could do it with out him.  I know that God would make a way, but I need my Don.  We have become so much stronger as a couple through this. I love all you guys, and am so thankful for the prayers and comments.  Keep it coming… Praise and thanks to God.

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4 Comments to

“Thoughts from today”

  1. On November 6th, 2009 at 7:21 pm ANGELA HALL Says:

    Hey, Mom just called and told me some of your good news. I cried joyful tears. I’m still praying for full recovery and daily comforting. To let you all know, I finally got my appointment in Ohio. Dec 17th. So, pray for me. Lots of new symptoms has appeared with my body the past few months, but we all will be fine as long as we keep positive in god…. I love you so much.
    Having a partner to share the load helps. Sometimes our cross gets hard to carry at times, I’m so glad that god gives us people in our lives to lift the load from time to time. I hope I can repay, and carry the load of others crosses when needed. I hope to see you soon,
    Love ya
    Angie, WV

  2. On November 6th, 2009 at 9:01 pm gina isaziga Says:

    hey karen. i hope your in better spirits this evening. i know it has to be very challenging to be going through this and its ok to have those sad, mad and just crazy emotions that come with this. i think we go through these things to learn more about ourselves, others and most of all god. so continue in your courage and strong faith in him. he will see you through this. may god bless you and your precious family. you are in our prayers and thoughts.

    in him,
    gina i.
    phil 4:13 “I can do anything through christ who gives me strength”.

  3. On November 6th, 2009 at 9:06 pm Dennis Says:

    Hey Karen –

    The boys and I are holding you up daily in prayer. Dylan has been writing poetry this past week (seemingly out of the blue). He carries a small notebook with him and writes whenever something “inspires” him. I thought I would share three of his first poems:

    THE DARKNESS (by Dylan Gallagher)
    In the darkness you are alone.
    Cold, hungry, and lost.
    To find the way out of the darkest trench you need the Lord.
    He is your Fire, your Food, your Map…
    out of the darkness
    out of the depression
    the Lord will save you…

    THE LIGHT (by Dylan Gallagher)
    In the Light you feel so warm,
    In the Light things start to grow;
    leaves, trees, fruit, food..and even souls.
    That first warming sensation is just a glimpse of heaven.
    In the Light your spirit grows,
    the happiness fills your heart,
    the Light of God is truly amazing!

    THE FRIEND (by Dylan Gallagher)
    You may not know it,
    but a Friend is by your side.
    Your Guardian, your Protector.
    In the darkest of times, or
    in the happiest of times,
    He will always be there as a Friend.

    Peace & Healing & Grace,

    Dennis, Jake, and Dylan

  4. On November 7th, 2009 at 2:09 pm Marsha Dunaway Says:

    Karen,all I can say is that Dylan has expressed so well what we all are feeling. God Love Him. Auntie M

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