Today's challenge is already posted and I have a card....it's a GREAT day in more ways than one.
Love this old stamp set using one of my favorite color combinations (anything with black). Used to hate ribbon until I started using the bow easy but this one was without the bow easy so was my least favorite embellishment. Newest tool is the piercing pad. You can see this challenge here: Forums at Splitcoaststampers
I am posting this early so more people can see and read my information. I want to thank all of you for your kind comments and prayers for my son, Todd. This was about the worst week I have ever had. Teri, Todd's wife, called me early Tuesday morning while I was on the phone with my sister. I didn't take the call because I did not know who it was and was talking to my sis long distance. When I got beeped again in a few seconds, I knew something was up so I tried to take the call but did not go through. On my way upstairs to get my mobile phone to see who was trying to get in touch with me, the phone rang again. It was Teri telling me my son was in the hospital with chest pains and that they had given him nitroglycerin to ease the pain. When I arrived at the hospital, the doctor came in with the results of the CAT scan since they were checking him for a blood clot in his lung. She told in us in a very kind way that this was one of those rare instances when they are looking for something but find something else. No blood clot but a fairly large mass that was surrounding his thoracic vein. She said she was sure it was not cancer but needed to be looked at right away. Next doctor (heart) said he was waiting on the stress test because this find was way more important than his heart...what a bedside manner he had!!! The internal medicine surgeon said very difficult area to get a biopsy and in the process his lung could collapse. When this doctor was leaving later in the day, I was outside having one of my many crying spells I did not want my son to see and he stopped and told me there was a 60/40 percent chance it was cancer but to hold onto the 40 percent since he never had smoked!!! Anyone who knows me at all, can only image what this did to me. I went back to say goodnight to my son and drove home crying all the way so I could get him on my church's prayer chain right away. We have very good prayer warriors. I also was consoled by my sister and Anne Ryan by phone and the relief of being able to get it out and cry with someone helped so much. I did not spend much time on SCS because I could not even think but did notice several comments from you wonderful crafters sending prayers and thoughts my way. I am truly grateful to all of you for this. The next morning, the worse news possible came from the doctor who was going after the biopsy. He said he was sure it was inside the vein and he would have to go through his artery in his neck to get enough to biopsy and it was a very delicate procedure which could result in bleeding inside. He scared my son so much minutes before taking him in for the procedure and I was not happy with the doctor at that moment. He also said that if it was cancer, it would be a major operation to remove it. This was devastating news. One hour later, Todd was returned to his room....smiling!!! He said the dye did not highlight any mass. They took another CAT scan and the other tests and it was gone. The doctors had no explanation other than the vein had a bulge at the bottom. I am claiming this as a miracle from God and that the bulge is where the mass was removed and it just hadn't straightened out yet. I am sorry this is so long but it was a lot easier to put it into one message for all to see. God is good. Prayers were answered.
Hugs to all of you!!!!!
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2009 GMT Views: 2874
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Registered: October 18, 2008 Location: Arizona-It's a DRY heat! Posts: 4510
Fri, Sep 11, 2009 @ 10:06 AM
Connie, I was so happy to see that you had posted today! Was even happier to read your story! You and your son have been in my prayers. Please continue to keep us informed. As for your card, I have never seen this stamp colored this beautifully! Into my faves! Hugs!
------------------------------ Anne
Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much The early bird might get the worm, but I would rather sleep late and eat chocolate!
Connie, I can certainly feel your fright and your joy! At age 3 1/2 my youngest son was diagnosed with Wilms Tumor (kidneys) and when the surgeon went in to remove the left kidney he found a place on the right kidney.......so they totally removed the left kidney and a piece of the right. He went through 28 treatments of radiation and 15 months of chemo. His chances were not that good, but God came through for us. Today he is almost 36 (Oct. 5h) and has two adorable little boys (ages 7 and 4). I tell everyone that he is my miracle!!!!!
God bless you and your family and I love your card!!!
What a wonderful story! I was crying by the end of your post. I am so happy your son is OK. Prayers are wonderful. Tell him to drink some Mona Vie to boost his antioxidants. https://www.mymonavie.com/vickilynn/ I pray for all sickness to go away from all of us.
Registered: February 24, 2008 Location: MN Posts: 11427
Fri, Sep 11, 2009 @ 12:26 PM
I am so glad for you that your son is going to be all right. I know prayers work. My son had heart surgery when he was 6 yrs old, and I thought I was going to loose him then. But our prayers were answered. I'm sure this is one big relief for you. Take Care.... Your card is beautiful...
Registered: January 9, 2008 Location: SS Utah Posts: 7689
Fri, Sep 11, 2009 @ 2:18 PM
WOW hun, im soooo glad everything turned out, I was really starting to worry when I was reading your letter. Im soooo happy for you and your family that he is alright! By the way I love your card!!! Very pretty
Registered: April 22, 2006 Location: SCS in NC Posts: 20914
Sat, Sep 12, 2009 @ 11:36 AM
I am so thankful for you. I prayed so much the minute I heard the news. I know that God takes care of us when we struggle. Your cards is beautiful but your story is precious..Huge hugs.
------------------------------ Dawn B. Anything is possible when you open your heart.... My BLOG
Registered: February 16, 2004 Location: Western Suburbs of Chicago Posts: 30961
Sat, Sep 12, 2009 @ 1:49 PM
Fabulous card- and what a testament to the reality of miracles!!! Wow- what a scary ordeal you have been through! So, how will they follow up with him??? Will he have a follow up scan?
Registered: January 29, 2006 Location: Mount Forest,Ontario Canada Posts: 11630
Sat, Sep 12, 2009 @ 2:08 PM
I was so privileged to be one of the many able to speak to God on behalf of Todd. I LOVE how miraculously He answered this one!! What a joy for all involved after such an ordeal. What a boldly lit beauty this card is in celebration of it, Connie.
------------------------------ Michele
My God shall supply all your need…Philippians 4:19