I was right - the light at the end of the tunnel was indeed the next train about to hit us. Husband dearest was admitted to hospital this morning (4th of June)
Husband dearest is TheMe (Neal) at Conscientization. Since Neal has spoken about his illness on his blog, I don't feel that I'm breaking a confidence to reveal that he has Crohns disease, which, as many of you may know, is difficult to treat.
His lovely wife, Petty, was badly injured in an accident years ago and uses crutches in the home and a wheel chair when she goes out. I met the two of them when I was in England last year. They are a wonderful couple, charming company. Despite a good deal of adversity in their lives, Petty and Neal face the world with admirable courage. They are two of the bravest people I know.
Heavenly Father, giver of life and health: Comfort and relieve your sick servant Neal, and give your power of healing to those who minister to his needs, that he may be strengthened in his weakness and have confidence in your loving care; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
UPDATE: Petty says if Neal "remains stable over the week-end, he may be home Monday (I so hope so)".
I hope so, too.
UPDATE 2 from Neal:
...and so he is.
...home that is. Good news, indeed, Neal.
oh dear, poor Theme. Prayers for him and Petty.
ReplyDeleteMy prayers.
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ReplyDeleteGöran, you know what great people the two of them are.
ReplyDeleteFor those of you who don't know, we were all together in Leeds.
Sigh. Prayers for them both. Thanks for letting us know.
ReplyDeleteArdent prayers for this very special couple.
ReplyDelete...and so he is.
ReplyDeleteGrandmère you are altogether too kind in your considerations. I don't know about brave, but certainly fighters. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. I'll post something tomorrow with a tad more detail. God Bless.
...and so he is.
ReplyDeleteWonderful news, TheMe.