CANCER: When Chemotherapy, Surgery and Radiation is Not Enough...

With it being the one year anniversary since I was the closest to dying that I've ever been. I thought I would share my testimony of that day with you. 

CANCER: When Chemotherapy, Surgery and Radiation is Not Enough...
By: Paula MN Seavey

I had completed the Dana Farber clinical trials in Boston, had a mastectomy and today I was beginning my second round of chemotherapy at my local cancer center in Maine. January 8, 2018, began as any other treatment day for someone living in Maine, cold and snowy.

It was to be a longer treatment because I would be receiving the drug Taxol for the first time.  When I met with my oncologist and her assistant that morning, they explained about the Taxol, also known as Paclitaxel. Dr. Julia explained that I might have one or two reactions, but they assured me there was a way of helping with those. I felt nervous, even a little concerned, but prepared as I had already been through so much during the clinical trial in Boston.

I knew for sure that the Lord was with me and would be with me every step of the way. Isaiah 41:10 “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”  

I had nothing to fear with God, my husband, my Pastor, our church family and hundreds of others going to God in prayer on my behalf.

I was then taken to the infusion room, where they placed me in chair 13. I’m not superstitious, just thought I’d add that bit of information in for those of you that are. J The wait then began for the go ahead to start the Taxol.  If you’ve never had infusion treatments for anything, it involves much more than just sitting down, receiving your medication, and leaving. They have a whole slew of things that must be done, checked, double checked, and approved before they will even give you the medication. I am very grateful for their cautiousness.

While waiting for the pharmacy to release my medication, my nurse came to my chair and explained a second time about the side effects of Taxol. My pre-medication for any allergic reactions was started. These medications made me so drowsy that I only vaguely remember my visiting family members leaving.

The time came for the Taxol and for the third time , the nurse and doctor went over the “possible” side effects – swelling of lips, tightness in my chest, face feeling like it was being pulled, hard to breath and so on…. Then went the usual questions that I had been asked hundreds of times before (this is no joke)

Nurse: What is your first and last name?

Me: Paula Seavey

Nurse: When is your Birthday?

Me: May 12, 1967

Nurse: Do you understand what we’re giving you and do you have any questions?

ME: Yes I understand and no there are no questions.

Then a second nurse came in and asked me the exact same questions. She started the chemotherapy, handed me the nurses call button, gave a few more instructions and told me to relax and sleep if I could.

After this point, things become vague and I am actually missing hours of that day, and Psalms 23 took on a whole new meaning to me.

It was soon into the treatment when I started feeling very tight in my chest and face, my lips were swelling, and I couldn’t breathe. I recall trying to reach the nurses call button and say my husband’s name. It seemed like time was passing so slowly, but Bill had heard me and immediately called for help. I didn’t even realize I actually said, “Bill.”

Psalms 23:4 “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”

My dear husband had to sit there, unable to do anything but cry and pray as he watched around 5 doctors, and 10 plus nurses and EMT’s quickly gather around me. I had gone into anaphylactic shock and had, had every possible reaction there was. My blood pressure and heart rate dropped to dangerous levels and they were doing all they could to keep me alive, from using an Epi-pen, to oxygen and so much more.

I faded in and out not knowing exactly what was happening. However, I had a peace that is unexplainable. I remember seeing bright lights, then I would be brought to only to fade out again. This happened repeatedly for some time. At one point I remember taking my doctor's arm and saying, “Please don’t make me take this again!”

The next little bit I barely remember except for one funny little thing, Remember I said it was a typical day in Maine, icy and snowy? Well, as they took me outside, I remember seeing the lights to the ambulance and I heard someone yell, “Catch her! Don’t let her roll away!” It seems my gurney and I were leaving on our own. J Then as had been happening, I was out and parts of my day went missing.

While I lay on that bed in the emergency room at Augusta Maine General Hospital, I wasn’t fully aware of how bad things had become. I knew it was serious. As I came to again I saw my Pastor, my husband, and I believe one of my boys, sitting there looking very concerned. I don’t recall if I asked what happened at that moment or not but I knew God had taken care of me, Paula Seavey.

I was told that I invited my nurse to church and witnessed to her. Everyone, my friend, deserves a chance to accept Christ. No one knows when they will face something that could take their life.

Friend, if you were to face death today, just as I did on that cold winter day in January of 2018, would you have the peace that I mentioned earlier? Do you know for sure, without a doubt that you would go to Heaven?

The Bible clearly tells us how we can know that Jesus is our Saviour! One of my favorite verses is John 3:16

“For God so loved the world, (you my friend) that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever (YOU) believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

I John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

All you need to do is to see yourself as a sinner needing a Saviour. Then ask Jesus to forgive you of your sins, have faith that He will save you and trust in Him and Him alone. There’s no works, no sacraments, just simple faith that the Lord will save you!  Trust in Christ today! You never know when it could be your time.

Later that fateful winter day I was able to reassure each of my adult children that their momma was going to be okay. I was following my Heavenly Father’s example. He wants to reassure us that all things work according to His plan and His will.

Two weeks after the close call with Taxol, on January 22, 2018, I was back at the Cancer center to start another chemotherapy called, “Abraxane.” I was extremely nervous about it. Through prayer, love, support and the amazing doctors and nurses and most importantly our Great Physician, Jesus; chemotherapy was started and I completed all of it on June 4^th.

This coming Tuesday mark’s one year since that “typical" January day when I was at death's door. I’m forever grateful to the Lord for allowing me to live. God’s not finished with me yet and though this has been difficult for me to put together I believe God has a purpose in having me share the details of this part of my cancer journey.

I know God has always been by my side, even though my human side has felt all alone. However, as a child of God I know He will never leave thee nor forsake thee.

Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee: he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.”

As of today I am a Cancer Survivor of a year and 8 months and I’ve been cancer free for a little over a year. Who receives the glory for all this? God does!

Psalms 29:1-2 “Give unto the LORD, O ye mighty, give unto the LORD glory and strength.

Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name….”

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I would love to hear from you if you have accepted Christ or have any questions.

Blessed Beyond Measure

Make Today Amazing

Physical Therapy and One Year Check-up

Good evening to all it's been awhile since I posted an update. My health has been improving over all, there's still some issue with the neuropathy and lymphedema, of which I've been going to therapy for the lymphedema, there will be six more treatments over the next three weeks which, if you were to ask me, "Do I feel it's helping?" Today would be a resounding NO, although I know it is, simply because I've gained some range of movement back and they discovered why I have some issues with my wrist and thumb. So, yes though painful, physical therapy is proving very helpful.

So to move on to my one year check-up I first want to back up to a conference I went to with our church in Connecticut. All of the speakers were very good and each spoke on How God helped them through their trial or journey. I'll be using some scripture that was shared there and that I've also studied while going through my journey.

Romans 5:1 "THEREFORE being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:"
In this verse we see, have peace with God. That is exactly how I got through the past 18 months. Knowing that the Lord was in control and that no matter the results I could have peace with God through the Lord Jesus Christ. Did I always feel that peace or rely on it, no because I'm human. I can say though that I had peace with each decision made concerning my health and if there wasn't peace I would ask if I could have some time before giving my answer.

Romans 8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose."

"And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God...." This verse can be applied in so many areas one of which is yours, mine, any ones health. See back on November 13, 2017 I had no idea how the Lord could use getting a mastectomy for good. Through this journey I've seen people saved, doctors, other patients, people I meet shopping or on a trip. So, then on November 21st I received a call from my surgeon and he wanted to inform me that he was 99% sure that all cancer had been removed. Then a year, and five days later I make the trip with my husband back to Boston for a one year check-up and to have a few test ran. Upon meeting with my surgeon, his nurse, and my oncologist they told me that there was NO sign of cancer or cancerous cells! They're is a quote I've seen that I truly applies here: 

Sometimes I just Look Up, Smile and Say, "I know that was you GOD! Thank You!" 

This is exactly what I said, when I heard I've officially been cancer free for one year and five days. Because I and a hundred plus others are doing/did this clinical trial it's showing the medical field what they can do and for me, what God can do! I've always known the Lord would take care of me and my family. But over the past year plus I've really learned what it means when the Lord said, "..But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory.." It's not just the spiritual, or just the physical, it's not just the material but ALL your need according to his riches. 

As I sat in the conference in Connecticut listening to Mrs. Clark, Amy Vassak and others, he showed me that no matter the journey, no matter the trial God will take care of each of us. Satan will attempt to discourage you and to put you down. 

Matthew 4:10 "Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shall worship the LORD thy God, and him only shalt thou serve." 

6:33 "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." 

Don't let Satan get you down, discouraged or distracted. Stay focused on the Lord, seek him first. If you will fully rely on the Lord he will get you through your trial or journey. As I look back over the last 18 months I can say, I know when I was relying and depending on the Lord and the times I wasn't. Just as I can tell in my daily goings on. If I get up and rush into my day, it doesn't go nearly as smoothly as it does on the days I pray and have my time with the Lord. 

So as an overall view I'm a cancer survivor of 18 months. I'm cancer free for one year now, and even though I have a few lingering issues from having chemo, lymph nodes removed and radiation God is control and he knows my every tomorrow and HE is the one I lean on for my strength through the journey.  

So the question to you is:" Who will grow in the Lord, depend on him for strength, trust in Him because of your testimony in your trial or journey? 

Blessed Beyond Measure

Make Today Amazing

Another Surgery, biopsy, results

I just keep trusting my Lord,

As I walk along!

I just keep trusting my Lord,

And he gives a song.

Though the storm clouds darken the skies,

Or the heavenly trail,

I just keep trusting my Lord 

As I walk along....

He's a faithful friend,

Such a faithful friend

I can count on him

To the very end!

Though the storm clouds darken the skies

Or the heavenly trail.

I just keep trusting my Lord

As I walk along!!

Yes, that is what I have done for well over a year, and I had to once again, say, "Lord, if cancer is my life then I trust in you!"  I was waiting to say anything about this last surgery because there was a concern the cancer had returned just three months after finishing chemo. Praise the Lord, though even though located two cc from the original tumor, it was a very enlarged cyst that was irritated due to radiation/chemo. On Wednesday, 9/12 I had surgery/biopsy to have the cyst removed. Then on Thursday, 9/20 I got the results back, which was benign! We are praising the Lord for that!! Just because the road looks clear and the storm clouds seem to have settled don't stop trusting in the one, the only one that can and will take care of and heal you.

I am having some issues with the lymphoedema, and maintaining range of movement in my left arm, but God has given me the strength to do the daily exercises. Even if I don't regain full movement I'm very thankful for what I have.

Friend, God has purpose and time for everything we go through. Two of children and their families as well as my parents have gone through a huge valley with Hurricane Florence, and one of my children recently with their own health issues. Though I, was very stressed over this and at times worried a lot about them and the situation. God was always there. He has answered several prayers over the last two weeks and I know that my God will answer prayers in his time, and as we need them.

Don't give up praying! Prayer works and as the Bible says, "Pray without ceasing." It doesn't mean we're to pray all day and all night, but rather we are to pray daily, several times during the day. Somethings that you can us to look for and pray more than during your devotional time, or dinner time, or before bed. Have things that remind you of people, situations etc.
For example:
--When I come across a penny I now pray for all who have been affected by a Hurricane. This includes those that have already recovered because the heartache, pain, etc is still with them. I have a friend in Louisiana who lost everything and recently mentioned how the memories, the tears had come back.   My family and all those, who just come through and is still going through clean up and rebuilding from Florence. They have now been added to that list when I come across a penny.
--My wedding rings when I'm busy and I look down (or now feel them on the necklace) I pray for my husband.
--I see a prayer bulletin or something that reminds me of my church family. I pray for them, my pastor and his family.
These are just a sample of things I use to remind to pray for different ones. Do I always do it, no because I'm human and I forget or think I'll pray later. My goal is though to never let an opportunity pass by to pray for someone.

So, no matter your trial, or valley, or situation remember we have a God that answers prayers and will answer our prayers if we only ask.

Blessed Beyond Measure
Make Today Ridiculously Amazing

Life after _________. What do you need to put in the blank?

Hello my dear friends, I am so sorry I've not kept up but as I have completed all my treatments and radiation I'm been trying to simply get things to a "new normal". If you have battled any sickness or had any life changing things take place in your life you will understand sometimes what was can no longer be the norm.

I have asked myself and others, in a teasing manner, what is normal? Hee hee I suppose it all depends on the person, doesn't it?! Oh well, I'm now working on a "new normal" for me. Of course in the last two months I have had a son get married, and a son go off to Bible college, my husband had surgery and tomorrow is my three month check-up so there's a lot of "new normal" going on. So I thought I'd share some of what I'm doing that is being a huge help in getting Life going again.

First is, I'm working on having a menu for our evening meals. Reason being some days I still don't feel up to cooking or some days I forget to plan for an evening meal. So for the last month I have had daily menus and it's amazing how not only do I save money on groceries but I know each day exactly what I need.

EX: Monday 9/3 Hot dogs (with all fixings) I have listed anything that we as family enjoy on hot dogs, potato salad, corn on the cob, and salad.

Tuesday 9/4 Beef Stew (Rival Crock Pot Page 32) then I list items I need to purchase on my menu

Wednesday 9/5 Chicken (Rival Crock Pot Page 20) again Items I needed to purchase I listed and bought on this past Saturday when I went shopping.

Thursday 9/6 Subs, chips, baked beans

Friday 9/7 Left overs

Saturday 9/8 Pizza, chips

Sunday 9/10 varies

This just gives anyone who may be interested in doing a menu a general idea. Yes, some of these meals is what we're actually having :) this week. Now what happens if we don't have left overs or enough to feed everyone - that is where I have a stir-fry or something I can pull out of the freezer and ta-da dinner is served. :)

The Bible teaches that everything should be done decently and in order. In order for me to do that I must plan. Then not only do I plan but I follow that plan. Sometimes I have to be flexible when other times I can follow it to the T. The goal though is to do things decently and in order.

I also have a cleaning schedule because over the last year things were neglected and things were not always done. So to get a deep cleaning in and to make sure all things are done decently and in order I have a list that I follow.  EX: Monday - Laundry and work on Kitchen; Tuesday - Bathroom scrub the floor etc. and so on and so forth. Each day of the week gives me something to focus on.

Then on top of that I have things that get done daily:
Devotions - staying in Gods word and keeping him the center of my life
Piano - I need to practice daily to learn and get to where when I play for church it's for Gods glory and I know I've put forth my best effort to be prepared.
Dishes - who wants to walk into a dirty kitchen etc.

So as you see, things I use to just do or not do I now plan. I've heard a theory used in several ways and I use it and a friend shared how she uses it with her anxiety. It's the spoon theory this helps me to keep my "new normal" going in a decent and orderly fashion. I will say, I'm very thankful I have more good days than bad now and God has without a doubt blessed us beyond measure.

So friend, you may have a hidden illness, a visible illness, a heartache, or anything but remember to stay in God's word, stay before Lord in prayer, do what you can, and to the best of your ability with the Lords help you WILL get through each day. You may not accomplish every task you set for that day, but if you put your best foot forward and if you have only 5 spoonful's of energy do what you can, so you can be what you need to be for your family.

I know there's not been a lot of scripture but really there is life after __________________ and whatever you maybe going through. (fill in the blank) If today was bad, figure out what went wrong and change it to make tomorrow Absolutely Ridiculously Amazing! :)

Blessed Beyond Measure
Make Today Ridiculously Amazing

There's Always A Rainbow After The Storm

What storms have you faced recently? Did you look for the Rainbow afterwards?

Nahum 1:3, 7

"The LORD is slow to anger and will at all acquit the wicked: the LORD hath his way in the whirlwind and in the storm, and the clouds are the dust of his feet.

The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him."

Psalms 107:28-30

"Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses.

He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still.

Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired heaven."

In reading these verses, we see how God has full control the storm. The Lord can calm the wildest storm and make everything peaceful and quiet. How can we apply this to our lives?

When a storm hits such as financial trouble, sickness, death, etc the Lord knows how to calm your sea of turmoil. He knows what you need, who  you need, and when you need the quiet, peaceful haven. Are you putting your trust in him to do that for you?

We have recently come through the storm and days of trouble as I'm sure many of you have as well. Let me say here, if you're thinking all is good for me and I'm going to be just fine. You need to step back and first be thankful the sea is calm, but beware of the calm before the storm. I would have never in a hundred years expected to have or get cancer. However, the rough seas came and I/we had to endure the storm of uncertainty, of doctors, of over 60 appointments from January of this year to June 4th. This is not counting all the appointments from May 9, 17 to December. I had to ride the rough sea of going through surgery, and radiation, BUT There was a quiet time coming a time of peacefulness, a time where my haven was calm and the waves weren't pounding at my door.

Friend when you go through a storm remember, there's a rainbow after the storm is gone. What is that rainbow? It's a promise from God that he knows and is with us. When you come through the storm and yes while in the storm you should Praise the Lord, trust in him and continually praise and trust in Him, during after the storm.

Psalms 34:1, 3-4, 8, 17-20, 22
"I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.

O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.
I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.

O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.

The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be a contrite spirit.
Many are the afflictions of the righteous; but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
He keepeth all his bones: not one of them is broken.

The LORD redeemeth the soul of his servants: and none of them that trust in him shall be desolate.


We should always praise the Lord. I know at times we may even feel he's not with us. However, he is and when he's quiet it is during the test or the trial you maybe going through. As we go through life there will be many afflictions and many storms that knock us down, we simply need to get up, dust ourselves off, thank the Lord that we have this minute, this hour, this day, month or year, and keep on praising God for all he's done and will do.

The topic "There's always a rainbow after the storm". Can be viewed in several ways. My thoughts are simply:
1. The storms of life will come
2. How you view it is up to you
3. Look for the rainbow after you come through the storm
4. Praise the Lord for what you learn during the storm and for allowing you to see the rainbow at the end.
5. Whatever you do, DON'T let Satan win by complaining, moaning and groaning over the storm.

No matter the size of your storm, God is in control and he knows your tomorrows. The greatest part is, He's already there!!! So, "Rejoice in the Lord alway and again I say Rejoice". "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy path".

The joy of the Lord is my strength - through the storm, through the valley, on the side of the mountain and on the mountain top.

Blessed Beyond Measure
Make Today Amazing

Never Forsaken

I Chronicles 28:20 "And David said to Solomon his son, Be strong and of good courage and do it; fear not, nor be dismayed: for the LORD God, even my God, will be with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee, until thou hast finished all the work for the service of the house of the Lord."

The last few days have been days that I felt I have not been able to do what I said I would do, or even be where I said or wanted to be. Is this my fault not totally when one stops and considers all that has happened the last year 14 months. I know for me I am one that wants to jump right into the middle of something and go for it. Well, though I had two really good weeks I was not anticipating a low day. I have been so thrilled to be a part of services, being in church for almost three weeks straight on Sunday and Wednesday with one week adding two extra church days.

However, Life after Cancer has it limitations but we can not let it discourage us. I was going to share some out Mrs. Evans book this entry but I believe this is what I am to share for now.

As I read this verse in I Chronicles I was thinking, lately the Lord seems to direct me to the scriptures that speak of being strong and of good courage. This passage is no different in that it speaks of that, as well as, not fearing, that He will not fail me, He will not forsake me.  Recently our Pastor preached a sermon, and he said something that I had noticed in my life and even just yesterday felt. That is when you are going through something sometimes we feel the Lord is not with us. We wonder where he is, not because we are not trusting in him or because we do not think he will care for us. Rather because when one is going through something we will sometimes feel as though God is not there at that moment even though he is.

I like the saying I heard once, "The teacher is quietest during the test" That is exactly how it is when we are going through a trial, a rough time, a time of not knowing. God is with you, he will never forsake you, He wants you to be strong and of good courage. He is there, just quiet through the test.

I have to be careful not to start feeling forsaken, for the fact I am home alone a lot. Saturday and Sunday was no exception this past week, except that I was not doing well health wise. I have made it past one month and still have a month to go where I could really feel bad at times and yet I still have a long time where my energy could be really low. However I choose not to focus on what could be but go day by day. I over extended myself the last two weeks being so excited to even feel like going and doing that I physically was forced to stop. As I messaged a lady in my church this evening I realized I was starting to feel sorry for myself. As I mentioned earlier over the weekend I honestly felt people would start thinking I was not dependable. Which is not the case they know and to a point understand. The sweet part of the texting with this lady, she did not focus on what I said about not being dependable, but rather on the positive and encouraged me by saying she has been and will continue to pray for me.

Friend, what are you facing that at times you may start to wonder if God is there? What trial are you going through that you feel forsaken? Let me remind you that God will never forsake you, you have no need to fear, be strong and of good courage. So, life after cancer is rough, God carried you through it he will also carry when you need it afterwards as well.

As you go through ___________________ you add what it is.
1. God knows our tomorrows
2. God Loves you and watches over you
3. God will never leave you

As you go through ___________________ you add what it is.
1. Be strong and of good courage
2. Fear not
3. Put your trust 199% in the Lord

As you go through __________________ you add what it is.
1. Remember you are Blessed Beyond Measure
2. You Can Make Today Amazing through Prayer and Bible Reading
3. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

As I read the passage in I Chronicles I was reminded God is LOVE, God gives me courage and strength, God gives me peace not fear, God is always there even when I feel forsaken.

Now if you are not saved you may not understand this. You may say how can this be? It is really quite simple, see God gave his only begotten son for you and for me. He did this because he Loves the world! Not just the white, or the black, or the Jew or the Gentile, He loved us ALL!

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life."

Whosoever is YOU my friend. You simple need to trust in the Lord asking him to forgive you of your sins and to come into your heart. That is all there is to it. You can not get to heaven by being good. You get to heaven by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ! If you want the peace that he will never forsake you, you can it. Would you say this prayer, keeping in mind the prayer does not save you, but having faith that Jesus will forgive you of all your wrong doing and come into your life.

Dear Jesus,
Thank you for dieing on the cross and raising up from the grave. Now dear Lord, I ask you to forgive me of my sins, I understand I am a sinner and can not get to heaven on my own, or by my works. Please dear Jesus come into my heart and take me heaven when it is my time to go. Thank you Jesus for saving me.
In Jesus name, Amen.

Friend if you prayed this prayer and meant it, I would love to be able to rejoice with you in your salvation...  Please feel free to leave a comment.

Blessed Beyond Measure
Make Today Amazing

Life after cancer

Good evening, well, I thought I would jump on here and just do a small update of life after cancer.

I have wanted to hit life running just like I was doing before cancer. You know though that does not happen. You have to work back into the old way of life. This past week I was so excited to go to church Sunday all day, then make Monday and Tuesday Conference at church, then Wednesday night church, and yes I did not stop there. On thursday I went up North with my husband to drop a car off, then Friday ran errands. You guessed it, things did not slow down. On Saturday we drove to Vermont for a dear friends wedding, church on Sunday and then yet again today, another wedding though closer to home. Yes, I am beat. So though there is a ton of things I could be doing, want to do, possible need to do, I am slowing down until Wednesday morning.

See, though life does not slow down for me. I will need to pick and choose. Would I have not done any of these things the past nine days, probably not because these were important things but I would have rested a little more or said no to a few things that could have waited.  The only thing different now from a month ago is I am no longer on treatments, however I still have healing, recovering, staying healthy, watching blood counts etc. I have to change some things and be smart in what I do.

Being idle is not in my blood. Sitting around doing absolutely nothing, is not part of my make up. So, I just need to be careful and schedule. I am sharing this because there maybe one out there who thinks I have gone through this journey and I am afraid of doing this or that. Friend as you go through life there are things we can say, No to. There are things that we may need to say, I would love to be a part but I have already over extended myself, or this is a day I have scheduled to do very little. I will admit this is a hard thing for me but if we depend on the Lord and let him guide us and pray about each thing we want, would like or need to do, He will guide you in making the right decisions.

The things is we depended on the Lord through the journey and just because you have made it through does not mean we no longer seek his face. God is a God of love, support, wisdom, strength not just in the valley but on the mountian top as well. We must continue to serve, and do what our Heavenly Father has for us.

So as you/I go into the next phase of the journey remember His Eye Is On The Sparrow and I know He watches Me!

Life does continue after the trial/journey it just has to be at a different pace. Do not stop living, do not stop serving just learn your limits. I will be sharing a few things from Mrs. Marlene Evans boook titled Life After Cancer in the near future. So be looking for another blog post titled Life after Cancer.

Blessed Beyond Measure
Make Today Amazing