(Wednesday, April 14, 2010)
“Are We There Yet?”
When we started this journey (and blog!) Patra and I didn’t know exactly where we were going or how long it would take to get there. We still don’t. After completing the bone marrow transplant and being able to come home, the pace of the journey has definitely slowed down. It is really nice not to have to go to Moffitt every day for tests or treatments. It is exactly one week today since my last transfusion and I.V.
When I began the blog, I was hopeful that it would allow me to reflect on my faith, my family and my friends. Additionally, I wanted it to be an encouragement to others. It has been wonderfully therapeutic to take time to think about how the journey is proceeding. More than anything, you have been such an encouragement to me. It is humbling to know that people care enough to follow along on this journey and are regularly offering prayers and best wishes.
You have been there when we traveled some rough and uncharted territories. You went with us when the path closed and we were suddenly on an unexpected detour.
I do not want to abuse you for being such faithful friends. I don’t want to have anyone calling out, “Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet?” Even worse would be for someone to yell, “Stop the bus. I want to get off.” I don’t want to wear you out.
I hope you will still follow along and pray. Your support means more than you could know.
So I have decided to begin posting new blog entries once a week beginning this Friday. Not only will this help me to spend more time composing the posts, it will also give you a chance to recharge for the rest of the journey. If something unexpected or significant occurs, I will supplement the weekly report.
As always, Patra and I send our love (and thanks.)
Bob
When we started this journey (and blog!) Patra and I didn’t know exactly where we were going or how long it would take to get there. We still don’t. After completing the bone marrow transplant and being able to come home, the pace of the journey has definitely slowed down. It is really nice not to have to go to Moffitt every day for tests or treatments. It is exactly one week today since my last transfusion and I.V.
When I began the blog, I was hopeful that it would allow me to reflect on my faith, my family and my friends. Additionally, I wanted it to be an encouragement to others. It has been wonderfully therapeutic to take time to think about how the journey is proceeding. More than anything, you have been such an encouragement to me. It is humbling to know that people care enough to follow along on this journey and are regularly offering prayers and best wishes.
You have been there when we traveled some rough and uncharted territories. You went with us when the path closed and we were suddenly on an unexpected detour.
I do not want to abuse you for being such faithful friends. I don’t want to have anyone calling out, “Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet?” Even worse would be for someone to yell, “Stop the bus. I want to get off.” I don’t want to wear you out.
I hope you will still follow along and pray. Your support means more than you could know.
So I have decided to begin posting new blog entries once a week beginning this Friday. Not only will this help me to spend more time composing the posts, it will also give you a chance to recharge for the rest of the journey. If something unexpected or significant occurs, I will supplement the weekly report.
As always, Patra and I send our love (and thanks.)
Bob
Comments
This has been and is a long and sometimes discouraging journey; however, we could never "get off the bus". There is so much more to rejoice about concerning God's work during this phase of your life which includes our lives too since you and Patra mean so much to us.
Our biggest obstacle is patience. My Daddy(Linda's) used to call me his little "minute man". I wanted everything done RIGHT NOW!! I admit that is how I have felt and still do sometimes with this journey we are all traveling. God has HIS work to do; He doesn't always choose our way to do it.
So we shall continue to pray and praise and look forward to hearing from you every week.
See you in May.
Love you,
Lex and Linda
Dave and I read today's blog together and both of us shared writing many of these blogs' comments. It seems like the shock and the hardest part is over - and now it seems that you are being given time to heal and rest at your home. Praise God for that - God knows our needs and desires!
We will continue to keep you, Patra & your dear family in prayer, as will as the requests of our Sunday School class.
Thank you to Emily & Jenny for doing this because it has helped to give us hope & encouragement, too, especially when things were so rough!
Bob, remembering in Sunday School you mentioned once that you check your email once a week, sounds like you are very thoughtful and considerate of all involved with your plans of updating the blog weekly,etc. As the Holy Spirit leads ...
Thanks and we are looking forward to your keeping in touch & to your returning to Sunday School class again in His timing & according to His will....
Proverbs 3:5,6 Philippians 4: 4-9
Isaiah 23:3,4 Isaiah 40:31
In Christ's love...
as we keep each other in prayer..
Dave and Ruthie Quarles
We will await your posts but know you are in our thoughts & prayers daily!
Ted & Carol W
Praying for you...God Bless you!
Jill Heyse (becky's mom) :)
I have been with you each step of the way...and I will continue with you on this journey,
my prayers and heartfelt admiration are with you as you continue this "bus trip"
praying continually,