Carol remains in CCU at Valley Care. The doctors are running some tests to evaluate her situation. As soon as information is available the blog will be updated.
At this time, PLEASE do not call the hospital requesting an update on Carol.
The unit secretaries have been overwhelmed with phone calls which makes their job very difficult. Also, hospital visitors are limited to family only at this time.
Please refrain from calling the Porters home phone and cell phones. It is difficult for them to return calls. They appreciate your concern and your prayers. If you would like to leave a message for the Porters, please do so on the blog.
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Hiking With Carol On Her Cancer Journey
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him,
so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
~Romans 15:13
so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
~Romans 15:13
Two years ago I climbed Half Dome with my younger son, Tim. Close to the top I was ready to quit. He forcefully encouraged me to keep going and gave me enough nutrition to fuel the next steps. We made it. What a victory!
In 1997, I had melanoma of the retina. Just prior to discovering that I had cancer in my eye, the Lord God clearly showed me that I had a hard storm coming, but would come through it successfully. Today, I am facing the return of that cancer, this time in my lungs and liver...a much wilder storm. This time my metaphor is climbing a mountain.
In His grace, God has carefully equipped me for this climb. I have a wonderfully stable husband, Mark who loves me and prays for me. My two sons are married to great women who both support them and me. Greg and Debbie in Portland have two daughters and Tim and Erika, in San Ramon, CA have two sons. They will be with me throughout the journey as will many of you. I am surrounded by many who will be the physical arms and legs of God caring for me.
However, the greatest equipping comes from God who has been my strength since my childhood. He designed my life, knowing this day was coming. He has soaked me in His Word. This summer, I have been on a quest to deepen my faith. Little did I know that God had a purpose in leading me in this direction.
Come with me on my climb. I may need forceful encouragement. I may feel like not going on. I may battle discouragement and not want to continue to the summit. I invite you to cheer me on. Share your own victories and struggles in your blog comments. Together let us strengthen our faith in Him.
In 1997, I had melanoma of the retina. Just prior to discovering that I had cancer in my eye, the Lord God clearly showed me that I had a hard storm coming, but would come through it successfully. Today, I am facing the return of that cancer, this time in my lungs and liver...a much wilder storm. This time my metaphor is climbing a mountain.
In His grace, God has carefully equipped me for this climb. I have a wonderfully stable husband, Mark who loves me and prays for me. My two sons are married to great women who both support them and me. Greg and Debbie in Portland have two daughters and Tim and Erika, in San Ramon, CA have two sons. They will be with me throughout the journey as will many of you. I am surrounded by many who will be the physical arms and legs of God caring for me.
However, the greatest equipping comes from God who has been my strength since my childhood. He designed my life, knowing this day was coming. He has soaked me in His Word. This summer, I have been on a quest to deepen my faith. Little did I know that God had a purpose in leading me in this direction.
Come with me on my climb. I may need forceful encouragement. I may feel like not going on. I may battle discouragement and not want to continue to the summit. I invite you to cheer me on. Share your own victories and struggles in your blog comments. Together let us strengthen our faith in Him.
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6 comments:
Carol...I was your roommate at Stanford and I check your blog often to see how you are doing. I am so sorry to hear the latest. Please know that I am praying for you. Continue to remain strong.
Cindi
Love you Carol.
we are praying for you carol...you are never far from my thoughts. all our love- *aaron & laura panfilio*
Carol, you are in my thoughts and prayers ...I am keeping you close to my heart. What a mighty God we serve. I love you dear friend.
Terry
Carol and her family,
All of you are in my prayers. Stay strong and keep your eyes on Jesus. He's got the conn (Captain on the bridge).
ever vigilant...
judy persall
dearest carol
i am praying for you and i love you very much. may our Savior be your Prince of Peace today.
~ with love from Colorado ~
Nicole
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