I get that question a lot these days. (Probably because I’ve been spending a lot of time in coffee shops where I keep running into friends) I never really know how to answer it, but it’s been awhile since I blogged, so I figured I’d give it a shot here.
The biggest thing on our minds lately – Susan and I were plugging along, breast cancer in the rearview mirror and cruising. Well, it caught up to us again and she has had a local recurrence. Surgery a couple of weeks ago, and now she’s getting ready to start radiation combined with a chemo pill to enhance the impact of the rays. Please keep praying for her, and our family in this. We’re definitely frustrated with this thing lingering (this is her 3rd round with it, 2nd recurrence), but confident God has a plan in it. Pray for her strength and mental toughness as she heads into the ring again. She is the bravest, strongest person I know, but still will need the power of God to carry her through this round of treatments. More from her here if you’re interested. Of course, in the middle of that, she’s going full steam ahead with volunteering at Huntersville Elementary, being a terrific mom and wife, and being the light of Christ wherever she goes in this dark world.
The kids are doing awesome – Bailey is now 10, Christopher 8, and Luke 5. They are hilarious and fun and challenging, all at the same time. The boys are consumed with Legos and Star Wars, while our pre-teen Bailey is into soccer, piano, and Girl Scouts. The big news in our house last night was that Christopher honest-to-goodness ate a hot dog (this is ridiculous, I know…but if you have a super-picky eater with food issues, you are feelin’ me on this…success!). Luke talks non-stop, is the unchallenged leader of his preschool class, and probably will be president one day.
As for me, I have gotten the chance to preach/teach at a couple of churches lately, and it was an honor and privilege to get back in the saddle. Humbling and fun reminders of God’s grace and how He’s gifted me. Hard to believe that it was August 30 when Connection Church held its last public service. We’re plugging in to the Cove Church in Mooresville and thrilled about being there. I’m helping in a couple of ministry areas and getting to know the great people there. Mike is a really gifted communicator and great friend. I’ve also been working on a writing project over the past few months which has been fun. And I’m still running…guess it’s official that I will be running my very first half-marathon at the Charlotte RaceFest on April 10. But I’m still not a runner…know what I mean?
We are continually reminded that God has blessed us with great friends and family. In our neighborhood, and our church friends…all of you are awesome!
