October 3rd, 2021 – – Lots of Updates…

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“The end of all things is near.  Therefore, be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.  Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.”  1 Peter 4:7-8

Emotions Update: 

For the first time in this cancer journey I am experiencing a great amount of grief + sadness.  The other day I was reading Lamentations which expressed very well my lament at the present moment.  Please pray for me as I deal with my emotions and the sadness that naturally comes when facing death.  Yes, I trust in the Lord and place my hope in Him and my future hope of Heaven.  However, with all this said there is still a lot of loss, grief and heartache to process and I want to be able to process this all well.

Health Update:

Thank you for your prayers for my physical health.  Over the past few weeks my body has really changed.  My stomach is permanently bloated from the cancer and I struggle with low energy levels, edema (swollen ankles, feet and legs) pain and nausea.  I continue to have good days and bad days.  I really don’t know what triggers a bad day and at this point I don’t see much of any cause and effect.  Hospice offers comfort care which means exactly that.  My nurse practitioner (who comes once a week) does her best to monitor my medications that provide comfort but no treatment for the cancer as the doctors felt that treatment would only prolong suffering and that current treatments available to me would not help the situation.

Wedding Update:

Kathryn and Carl will be married later on this month on October 17th.  It has been amazing to see God at work on all the little details.  Planning a wedding within a two-month period is a miracle and I know that God has done some pretty amazing things to bring all these details together for Kathryn and Carl.  Your prayers are greatly appreciated as the wedding date quickly approaches.  Patrick and I are excited and are rejoicing with Kathryn and Carl.

Project Update: 

A couple of weeks ago a blog was sent out regarding my desire to have a last final project of a camp baptismal mini-waterfall and “Reflection Garden” at the Honduran camp called Converge in Tegucigalpa.  We have had a lot of responses and I thank everyone who has participated in this project so far.  Thank you for your desire to bless the camp with a baptistry and thank you, too, for the funds to build a beautiful reflection garden partnering with the women of Honduras. 100% of donations will go to Honduras. Thanks, too, for wanting to bless me!  I appreciate your support. Lord willing, in the next couple of weeks hopefully we will have a better idea of how much money has come in for this Baptismal Garden in Honduras. We are headed in the right direction!

Thank you:

Thank you again for you continued prayers.  I never knew that people with terminal illness face so many trials and hardship.  It is not easy.  With out the Lord by my side, family and friends holding me up and the prayers of loved ones I don’t think I could make this journey on my own.  THANK YOU!

With much love,

Debbie (with Patrick, Sarah and Kathryn)

Dhonduras@gmail.com

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14 thoughts on “October 3rd, 2021 – – Lots of Updates…”

  1. Debbie God created us with all the emotions and is not surprised or unhappy with how we express them. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers We wish we could change this but we know God is in control and loves us with an everlasting love. We love you

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  2. God has you in the palm of His hand. He is listening. We need to cry and talk to Him. He will carry you. Psalm 31. Love you!

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  3. To my sweet Debbie,

    Words fail to convey the depth of my love and concern for you. Amidst your suffering and challenges, you have continued to bless the Lord and your friends who love you dearly. It saddens my heart to know that your departure may be near. Losing you affects so many in your fold. I continue to pray for you and your family during this difficult time.

    I’m praying especially that you will be able to participate in and enjoy the coming wedding with unexpected energy and improvement.

    Trusting in the Lord is the only way for peace and contentment. It doesn’t ever mean it is an easy path, but we do know that Jesus Himself is walking each day with you, holding you close and preparing your next steps.

    I love you, sweet friend!

    Kathy

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    1. Thank you Kathy, God is faithful and encourages me with the same message you share here. He is consistent and good. Love you friend, Debbie

      On Mon, Oct 4, 2021 at 11:32 AM Debbie O'Connor's Journey wrote:

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    2. Well said, friend of Debbie & family. Within the past 6 months 2 other families have walked with God at their side through grief & beautiful family members coming face to face with Jesus. How my heart grieve for those left behind. Dear God – give them all strength, show compassion, love them as only the great
      God of love can.

      Prayers & more prayers for all.

      Barbara Hill

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  4. Debbie Love you ..as I breath in and breath out ..his love for you..my prayers for comfort, joy, and laughter..through the tears, and sadness, ..love .. love .. love to you
    Joanne

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  5. Isaiah 33:2. “O Lord be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in time of distress.

    Praying for God’s strength for you every morning.

    Your sister in Christ, Barbara

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  6. Dear Debbie & Patrick and Sara, Kathryn….and Carl,

    Just wanted to get off a quick note that we are thinking and praying for you all as you have a blessed event coming up so quickly now! I am sorry I didn’t write sooner, but will trust you all into God’s gracious care that this day will be so memorable for your family. God knows so well how to meet each one’s need at this happy/difficult time!

    I am leaving tomorrow to go meet Jim in Chicago, as he took the next person who will be recruitment to Moody Mission’s Conference this week. Brings back memories to me of you two meeting there. He has had some good reports on the Conference…so glad to hear after two years of not being able to have a “normal” one, .and some changes in their President and Staff.

    We will go on to visit family in Ohio and Michigan next, as it has been some time where we have not been able to travel there. I got a good test today on not having Covid., so clear to travel.
    Sending much love your way!
    Becky for us both

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    1. Thanks for the update Beckie. Have a great weekend in Chicago! Yes, we will be celebrating this weekend and are excited . Blessings and hugs. Debbie

      On Thu, Oct 14, 2021 at 1:31 PM Debbie O'Connor's Journey wrote:

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