Meet Nancy Smitherman

Meet Nancy Smitherman

I have known Nancy since I was a teen. She is my sister’s mother-in-law. You may know her son, Rick Smitherman. Nancy has had Alzheimer’s for quite some time and is now to the point that hospice has been called in. Please be praying for this sweet sister in Christ as...
Seize the Day

Seize the Day

As I write this blog, I am sitting at Discount Tire waiting for a flat tire repair. I am mindful of the sunshine and the beautiful morning. I am also mindful of the many people, we are working with, that are having trouble seeing the sunshine for the health problems,...
Update from Paul Stevenson (9-18-19)

Update from Paul Stevenson (9-18-19)

From Paul: “The after effects of chemo remain nominal.Lab’s: The monitoring of labs is to make sure that they can safely give you chemotherapy and to monitor for ill effects of chemo/immuno therapy. The potential for liver dysfunction, thyroid dysfunction, other...
Update on Barrett Hooten (9-17-19)

Update on Barrett Hooten (9-17-19)

This from Barrett’s mom, Heidi: “This handsome boy is 21 today!!! I am so thankful to be his mom and so thankful that he is whole and well today. He’s been through so much in these 21 years. He’s taught me so much about love, perseverance and complete...
Prayers Needed for Monte Holmes (9-17-19)

Prayers Needed for Monte Holmes (9-17-19)

From Becky Holmes “Monte’s counts are improving but he is bleeding internally .. has been for several days.., he will get blood and platelets all through today and tonight nonstop to try and get the bleeding to stop.  If not a GI Dr will come in and try to find the...
Prayers for Wanda Shipman (9-16-19)

Prayers for Wanda Shipman (9-16-19)

Wanda and her husband, Darrell, were in a one car accident last Monday night near Lake Ivie. Darrell was ejected from the truck and did not survive. Wanda has been hospitalized in San Angelo up until today. She sustained 13 broken ribs, a broken clavicle, a broken arm...
Meet Ty Robertson (9-12-19)

Meet Ty Robertson (9-12-19)

Prayer Warriors, Today I met a 39 year old man that had an aortic rupture a few days ago. His name is Lloyd “Ty” Robertson. Earlier today he was in surgical ICU and on the ventilator. This evening I received a text from his friend that said he was awake, off the vent...
Update on Paul Stevenson (9-12-19)

Update on Paul Stevenson (9-12-19)

Paul Stevenson will be heading in for his second chemo treatment early in the morning. He did really well with the first one. Let’s be praying that this one goes well also!This brother has lung cancer and needs our continued prayers. Blessings and grace,...
More good news on Monte Holmes (9/10/19)

More good news on Monte Holmes (9/10/19)

I just heard from Becky about Monte’s current status. Here’s what she said: “Monte’s TP & ANC were 60 yesterday! This is the first sign of engraftment!Counts went down 5%. This is a normal thing. He is still sleeping and exhausted …...
More good news on Monte Holmes (9/10/19)

Good News on Monte Holmes (9-9-19)

From Susan Cannon: “PRAISE the LORD! Monte is making NEW CELLS!!!!! Your prayers are being answered. Thank you to each of you faithfully praying for Monte and Becky!! ❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️“ Note:  A HUGE thank you to Susan...