New Beginnings

"...every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end" - Semisonic

At the beginning of 2022, as with the beginning of most new years, we had no idea what the year would bring, but wow, were we thrown for a loop! With David's cancer diagnosis early in 2022, we did a lot of "processing." With his treatment and devastating side effects, we processed even more.

As the summer of 2022 came to a close, we faced the reality that although his cancer was in remission (praise God!), he was faced with a future filled with uncertainties, primarily because of the complications cancer caused in his body. Although we were very private at the time, many of you know that as a result of his weakened immune system and the resulting surgery due to the abscess in his colon, he has lived with a colostomy for the past several months...not exactly the outcome we had hoped for when he had his "corrective" surgery. Yes, life throws you curves, but you DO learn to swerve! We've learned to zig-zag quite a bit these past few months! 

Last week, though, David had a colonoscopy (full disclosure) with his surgeon, and he was determined to be ready for his corrective (reconnecting) surgery! We had hoped for February, but the news that it could occur in January was like music to our ears (or more likely, divine intervention!)  Although he was a bit groggy on the way home after the procedure, he called the doctor's office to get on the surgery schedule and that same day, we learned that his surgery has been scheduled for January 24! What a beautiful way to start 2023! 

To those who have cried with us, prayed with us, brought or sent meals to us, or simply thought of us through this journey, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Life doesn't always turn out the way we expect it to, but with faith in the One who makes All things happen, we can each be confident that no matter the outcome, we are NOT alone. God is constant, He is present, and He will not forsake us!