tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post1896486925727628724..comments2024-03-29T05:47:23.798-07:00Comments on Blessed Are The Pure Of Heart: Your Dying Spouse 339 - Revelation and ForgivenessAndrewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-84980216107414620862017-07-26T10:47:14.457-07:002017-07-26T10:47:14.457-07:00What a terrible thing to happen to anyone. so man...What a terrible thing to happen to anyone. so many times others mistakes affect us for a life time, literally. I am so sorry this happened to you, so sorry. I agree with where you came to on how to deal with the anger, etc. Part of life is making mistakes, I pray it can be fixed by the doctors and restore to you your health. Wise Heartedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13890246183434576719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-76435587380491274322017-07-25T21:40:00.000-07:002017-07-25T21:40:00.000-07:00Cheryl, thank you for this...and I'm glad your...Cheryl, thank you for this...and I'm glad your surgery went well! I rather wish now that I had pursued a malpractice suit, because it is part of medicine's self-correcting mechanism...but at the time, living in a state hostile to lawsuits, it seemed better to let it go. Ah, well.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your kind and uplifting words, and for being here.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-55060280516703431032017-07-25T21:21:36.169-07:002017-07-25T21:21:36.169-07:00Wow, Andrew. I had my gall bladder removed last fa...Wow, Andrew. I had my gall bladder removed last fall. It didn't occur to me how badly a surgery could go wrong. And for the the surgeon to be so uncaring. Just, wow. I'm sad the doctor wasn't held accountable for the damage he did. It's not that it can be undone, but it would help with how you're treated now.<br /><br />As it stands, your message of forgiveness is powerful. Your story is powerful. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04759727586303488513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-44602222735551468092017-07-24T21:57:32.518-07:002017-07-24T21:57:32.518-07:00Christy, thank you so much...and in retrospect, I ...Christy, thank you so much...and in retrospect, I think I should have followed up with the malpractice suit. Not in anger, but because it's part of medicine's self-correcting mechanism.<br /><br />I am so grateful for your words...and thank you so much for the postcard! It's in a place of honour in the living room.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-3228273202767193622017-07-24T21:55:49.916-07:002017-07-24T21:55:49.916-07:00Andrea, I LOVE the way you put this...'going f...Andrea, I LOVE the way you put this...'going from collecting hate to collecting peace'.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your prayers, and for being here.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-71253894438509820662017-07-24T21:50:42.356-07:002017-07-24T21:50:42.356-07:00Julie, thank you so much for these lovely and upli...Julie, thank you so much for these lovely and uplifting words. And yes, it is amazing how Christ does the heavy lifting of our heavy hearts.<br /><br />Blessings back, and many thanks for being here!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-39120911509828156012017-07-24T21:49:26.705-07:002017-07-24T21:49:26.705-07:00Diana, it is so hard to hold the knowledge of that...Diana, it is so hard to hold the knowledge of that moment when everything went wrong, so hard to hold back the hate.<br /><br />And yes, letting the forgiveness be "God's problem" makes all the difference...and it does get easier with ageThank you so much for the prayers!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-24163891865241868062017-07-23T16:17:13.940-07:002017-07-23T16:17:13.940-07:00Oh dear Andrew, what a sad state of affairs. As o...Oh dear Andrew, what a sad state of affairs. As others said, I never knew the entire story, even though I've read back a bunch in your blog. I'm with Susan, a malpractice suit would have been in order, and I, am not one to say that lightly. <br /><br />To have your outlook however, in the midst of your illness is Christ in you I'm certain.<br /><br />I haven't written this week yet...not sure I'll make it. Christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02908195823729570648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-9058511984035195332017-07-23T05:40:07.888-07:002017-07-23T05:40:07.888-07:00Andrew, I hate that this is a part of your story b...Andrew, I hate that this is a part of your story but I'm so inspired at the hope you are sharing with others through it. Sounds like you went from collecting hate to collecting peace. Thank you for sharing your journey. May God give you more peace than you could imagine in the days to come. #fmfparty emptyplatefullheart.comAndreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12209873888045686217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-23105820995485417482017-07-23T02:48:51.148-07:002017-07-23T02:48:51.148-07:00Good morning Andrew, thank you for your transparen...Good morning Andrew, thank you for your transparency in what sounds like a hard story. It is amazing how Christ works in our heart's to change what happens in our relationships on this earth. May God bless each step you take today, JulieJulie Dibblehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14930970120987603484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-60969557549203371832017-07-23T00:25:11.224-07:002017-07-23T00:25:11.224-07:00I understand how unforgiveness and hate can make y...I understand how unforgiveness and hate can make your heart and mind constantly flip-flop. Jerry and I can pinpoint the exact circumstance that started his health in the downward spiral, snowballing to the point it engulfed our entire being. And in some moments filled us with so much hate we could not forgive.<br /><br />Except for God. Letting go to let God has been on constant loop with us. But with age and wisdom and reliance on Him, we've found it easier to do.<br /><br />Prayers that your reliance on God to handle the baggage of unforgiveness continues to get easier for you.Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17073882040193144070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-38445693978895260412017-07-22T22:02:12.477-07:002017-07-22T22:02:12.477-07:00Mary, thank you so much for this, and especially f...Mary, thank you so much for this, and especially for the Hebrew translation of 'be still'. That's really perfect.<br /><br />And yes, it's easy to say but when it's ME having to do it...ugh. Hard.<br /><br />I'm so glad that you've found some help in my words. That makes this all worthwhile; that's why I do this.<br /><br />And I am so grateful for your prayers; please know you are in mine.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-29366884778786165522017-07-22T21:50:46.773-07:002017-07-22T21:50:46.773-07:00Susan, I was delighted to find your blog...you tru...Susan, I was delighted to find your blog...you truly write from the heart, and your words find a home in my heart.<br /><br />I'm so grateful for your kind words here, and to be honest...I would not change a thing. I lost my health, my career, and my future, but I learned to live, and to love. I was too hard-shelled to take that learning any other way.<br /><br />They say that it's better to live one day fully than to sleepwalk through a decade. Yeah. It is.<br /><br />Thank you so much for being here,and mot specially or your prayers. I agree with Tennyson, that through prayer the whole world is bound 'round the feet of God with golden chains.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-61033373882236263422017-07-22T21:46:23.991-07:002017-07-22T21:46:23.991-07:00Mari-Anna, thank you for this wonderful, gracious ...Mari-Anna, thank you for this wonderful, gracious comment...it's part of the Celebration for me!<br /><br />And thank you so much for the prayers; prayers are what keeps me going. Well, that and Lo-Carb Monster Drinks.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-2927568032533302402017-07-22T21:44:13.447-07:002017-07-22T21:44:13.447-07:00Emma, I have no words except to say that I am so v...Emma, I have no words except to say that I am so very, very honoured. Thank you for this, from the bottom of my heart.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-71661775483869124642017-07-22T21:35:49.866-07:002017-07-22T21:35:49.866-07:00Marie, thank you so much...the journey from hate t...Marie, thank you so much...the journey from hate to compassion was tough, and sometimes still is. But it's been worth it.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-61263208454468680792017-07-22T21:34:55.803-07:002017-07-22T21:34:55.803-07:00Barbara, no worries, ever, about not responding. Y...Barbara, no worries, ever, about not responding. You are and shall remain in my daily prayers, and I know your life is very full.<br /><br />Thank you for sharing your experience, and lighting this issue from a different direction. Forgiveness, for you, is such awesome courage under those circumstances.<br /><br />Prayers ar appreciated, and hugs are DEFINITELY felt! I'll be here as long as I possibly can - I promise.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-27716220187682034462017-07-22T21:32:32.177-07:002017-07-22T21:32:32.177-07:00Jeannie, thank you so much...I almost didn't u...Jeannie, thank you so much...I almost didn't use it, fearing that it would sound shopworn...but I'm so glad you found it frsh and appropriate here.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-91324997220292598372017-07-22T21:30:26.462-07:002017-07-22T21:30:26.462-07:00Amy, I am thrilled to...uh, I was going to say ...Amy, I am thrilled to...uh, I was going to say 'thrilled to death'...but anyhow I am thrilled that my words get into your quote book. Thank you so much for telling me!<br /><br />And I truly appreciate th kindness and grace in your words.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-25037579911613457142017-07-22T21:28:57.110-07:002017-07-22T21:28:57.110-07:00Susan, I was advised against it; living in a ery l...Susan, I was advised against it; living in a ery lawsuit-hostile state for starters, and being told that if I sued, I'd have a lot of trouble getting any specialist to take me on.<br /><br />In retrospect, though...I wish I had sued. That's what malpractice law is for.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-26994148552134252502017-07-22T21:27:31.756-07:002017-07-22T21:27:31.756-07:00Norma, thanks so much...every day does have bright...Norma, thanks so much...every day does have bright spots, but I have to look for them.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-42162143867940112792017-07-22T21:26:02.666-07:002017-07-22T21:26:02.666-07:00Cathy, you're so right - letting go is tough, ...Cathy, you're so right - letting go is tough, and the harder it is, the more necessary I bt it is.<br /><br />Thanks so much for being her!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-9417210060865439692017-07-22T12:25:37.129-07:002017-07-22T12:25:37.129-07:00Andrew,when it's no one's fault or it is b...Andrew,when it's no one's fault or it is because of just plain ignorance, we don't always know the posture. Be still in the Hebrew translation means "loosen your grip". Jesus has forgiven ALL sins on the cross. Easy to say, until it smacks you head on. What a great testimony your are. In my life God is definitely taking every excuse and stronghold away. Your words penetrate and speak to my heart. Thank you for helping me navigate through my personal stormy seas to discover hopeful waters. Praying for you this week.Mary Hoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17528465484642169618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-89339135463302275872017-07-22T08:35:42.010-07:002017-07-22T08:35:42.010-07:00Andrew, I am so glad you stopped by my blog and co...Andrew, I am so glad you stopped by my blog and commented so I could find yours. I'm sorry no one played in the dirt with you. I'm sorry for the tragic "mistake" made by the doctor. I'm sorry for the pain you are in.<br /><br />But I'm not sorry that you have found peace in the midst of your beyond-difficult reality. I'm not sorry God has proved himself faithful in your life. And I'm not sorry you shared this story. Your path to emotional healing -- and the beautiful testimony you share -- will not soon be forgotten. The old adage you resurrected is one I wish I'd claimed for myself in times past. It's a great one! Praying for you this morning...Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yourshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08220347296206361001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-54751460775760497092017-07-22T03:11:22.029-07:002017-07-22T03:11:22.029-07:00What an amazing story, Andrew! And because you cho...What an amazing story, Andrew! And because you choose Christ to be the King in your story, the end will not be a tragedy but a celebration. You shine so brightly, brother, that it is amazing. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Asking God to surround you with his amazing grace and bless you in abundance!Mari-Anna Frangén Stålnackehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07986988630184932857noreply@blogger.com