A Personal Request
My goal has been to keep my posts trained on the issues and choices that are facing us as the election draws near. But sometimes, life happens, and this is one of those times. If you have a moment today, I respectfully request your prayers for my Dad, who was hospitalized yesterday. You may recall a post from last year, when we learned of his Alzheimer's. His memory has been playing tricks on him, as you might imagine, though he's been as full of mischief as ever. It appears he had some sort of stroke yesterday. Of course, a variety of tests will be run and we, as a family, will do all we can for Dad even as we seek God's guidance and help.
Did I ever tell you about the time that Dad and his sister went walking on the railroad tracks in our hometown? They were both kids themselves, you see. Now, the tracks were owned by Southern Pacific railroad, and so the letters "S P" were stamped on them. Reading the letters aloud, his sister said, "S P," ... to which Dad immediately replied, "S don't." She ran home and tattled and he was in trouble yet again. Seems to be family trait. He's a good man, a veteran, a retired minister, and he's my very best friend. My highest honor is being his son. Your prayers are appreciated.
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Apr '11
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I don't have a lot of influence upstairs, but I will pray for him and you and your family. You seem to be a wonderful example of his character and faith. May God bless him always.
Aug '10
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Nothing to add, Dave, but prayers for your Dad, you and your family.
Aug '11
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Sorry to hear that. I hope he isn't frightened.
May '12
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Oh Dave, I'm so sorry to hear about your father. My own father passed away after suffering from Alzheimer's disease for many years. This are hard times for you and your family and you'll all be in our prayers.
Jun '12
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Praying, sir. God bless him, and you.
Aug '10
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God bless him and good luck to you. It's your turn to nurture.
Sep '10
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Boomerang: My highest honor is being his son.
I love that. · 2 hours ago
A beautifully wrought sentence. I love it too. My prayers are with you Dave, and your Dad.
May '10
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Having lost my own father all too recently, you may be assured of my prayers for hi, for you, and for all your family. I pray that God will grant you to know His peace in a deep and profound way as you navigate the path ahead. And I pray that the experience will draw you all closer. Together and closer to Him.
Sep '10
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Dave, my father is about the same age as yours: WW2 vet, Royal Air Force, in his late 80s. (He's the reason I chose "dogsbody", the call sign of a famous RAF ace, for my Ricochet name.) So I know a little of what you're facing, and I'll be praying for you and your Dad.
You're right--it's an honor.
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Dave, my prayers are with you and your dad.
Jan '12
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"Be still my soul, the Lord is on thy side;
Bare patiently, the cross of grief or pain;
Leave to thy God to order and provide;
In every change He faithful will remain.
Be still my soul; thy best, they heavenly Friend
Through thorny ways, leads to a joyful end.
Catherina von Schlegel, 1697 --?
Dec '10
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From your lips to God's ears. Your family is in my thoughts.
Dec '10
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Thoughts and prayers, Dave.
Jun '10
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Prayers from here too.
May the Lord bless you (& your dad) and keep you. May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and give you peace.
Please keep us posted.
Jun '12
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With others here, we'll be knocking on heaven's door for your dad. Keep us updated.
Jun '10
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And he is graced by the same-said relationship. Strength to you and yours.
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Yup. Prayers for you and your dad.
Aug '11
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Yeah thou we walk through the valley of the shadow of death, we will fear no evil.
You have our prayers and our sympathy.
Jul '10
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Prayers. Grace, comfort.
Nov '11
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Praying for everyone concerned, Dave...God bless!