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~Prayers for Shane~ repost for Butterfly...
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~Prayers for Shane~ repost for Butterfly... |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Hey guys... Butterfly has told me Shane is very sick again and may face surgery... I know he and his family could use our prayers again. My heart hangs heavy tonight... I feel guilty and helpless with in. I sit here worrying about my trivial life, while a child fights a battle he may not win. Why do these things happen... it just cant be part of a plan. I wish I knew all the answers, I wish someone could help me understand. How does a mother do it, how does she find the strength to deal, A mother's love is supposed to work magic, a mother's love is supposed to heal. I just cant begin to imagine, the things she must carry with her every day. She must be so amazingly strong, I admire her in every way. And then there is this beautiful child, so innocent and kind. Why should he have to suffer like this... these questions have no answers that I can find. Why does life offer such painful realities, why do some have so much, while others have it all taken away. Sometimes I want to scream and yell, sometimes I feel so helpless when all I can do is pray. But I know its all out of our hands... we have to hold strong in our faith and trust. We have to pray that a miracle will happen we have to pray the reasons will be just. So tonight Lord, I ask of you ... just this one thing, Please watch over this family, ~take care of our friend Shane.~ All of Passions prays with me, We live in your grace and glory ...in your light we remain. Janet Marie I wanted to invite anyone who wants to offer a poem or prayer or wish, please feel free to use this thread.I would be honored to share it with any of you. take care, jm |
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Ethan Halo Senior Member
since 2000-04-28
Posts 793on the roof again |
JM- this was amazingly beautiful. Butterfly & Shane- My thoughts are with you today. I know it sounds corny, but trust that the universe is unfolding as it should. Good luck. -Love an Light, Ethan Halo |
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EagleOne Member Elite
since 2000-03-07
Posts 2829Between a laugh and a tear... |
Janet, there is little I can add as your words echo my feelings. Shane will continue to be in my prayers. God grant me the serenity to accept the people I cannot change, the courage to change the one I can, and the wisdom to know it's me. ~Unknown |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Janet...Shane and his family will be in my prayers. Tracie~ Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
I've attached a verse I wrote not long ago for someone who had many of the same thoughts you posed in such a loving and delicate way Janet Marie ... *My prayers are with Butterfly and Shane. The Gift of Life Born to this world, They come to us as quiet blessings; A gift that is bestowed upon us to hold dear. Fragile, innocent and dependent, They touch our hearts as only a child can do; And with love, we cherish and treasure them, as only a mother can. We sometimes question God’s plan As we struggle with the delicate and frail balance of illness; Never fully understanding why our lives were touched in this way. And as we rest, in the tranquil and serene moments While keeping a watchful and tired gaze over our loved one, A peaceful understanding develops that we are indeed blessed. And whether we are blessed with a lifetime of caring, Or just a fleeting treasured moment that passes all too quickly, Our lives will be forever enriched by the times we share together. For even amongst the difficulties and heartbreak, Drifts the knowledge that “we” were chosen for this young life, For they needed someone special to love and comfort them through life’s trials. Take comfort that God has chosen "you" to be that special one. Best wishes and prayers, /Kit McCallum [This message has been edited by Kit McCallum (edited 06-08-2000).] |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
Jan, You are an angel...."thank you" isn't enough although it's all that I have so Thank you for this and for your prayers. And to all that have read this and offer prayers....Thank you SOOOOOOOOOOO Much, as we found out last time our prayers did matter and they did help, this time is much worse ....so tell a friend  Thank you again J.M. I Love you so much for this....by the way your halo is showing Kit* what a beautifully written poem, thank you for sharing this, I appreciate so much. [This message has been edited by Butterflies_dont_cry (edited 06-08-2000).] |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
Janet Marie, beautiful poem! What a wonderful, caring heart you have! My thoughts and prayers to Shane and family! Danny A life isn't significant except for its impact on other lives. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
Janet this is even more beautiful the second time i read it. once again you show the reasons why i love you so much. Butterflies DC please know my thoughts and prayers are with Shane and his family. I have also asked my Mom to watch over them. She's an angel in heaven and helps me through some of my toughest times. I'd write some inspirational poem right now but my muse seems to have left me at the moment. please just know that my thoughts are with all of you! Love and God Bless! ~Amy~ "Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is before you can meet again. And meeting again after a moment or a lifetime is certain for those who are friends." "Fate exists but it can only take you so far, Because once you're there It's up to you to make it happen." |
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Danny Holloway Member Elite
since 2000-01-15
Posts 2034Tulsa, OK |
back to the top with this one! GET WELL SHANE! |
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Butterflies_dont_cry Member Elite
since 2000-03-06
Posts 3733Michigan |
All of you are the reason that this place called Passions is a family Thank you for being so kind and free with your get well Prayers!! I'm reposting the beginning of Shane's story here for those of you who don't know who this very special young man is. "Pooh"....Shane is my very dear friends 16 year old son, he and I have formed a bond that hold me like a vice. Shane was rushed this evening back to the university hospital. He is awaiting his second liver transplant, he has the same disease that recently took Walter Payton's life. I have one other small request for the family of Passions.....no matter what belief you have or what God you pray to....please say one tonight for my "Pooh". Thank you all. Oh No....Please not my sweet "Pooh" Sirens race you to E.R. I beg....plead...scream...pray..... .why you? You're so weak...... my fading star Just sixteen...so very young But those eyes have seen so much To Deaths door once....But life clung When will it all be to much? Few have the GIFT of one chance Now...How dare we ask for two? Up to the heavens I glance I weep...as my arms hold you. Mental photos...closed eyes....drift....... Happy face, eyes bright and clear. All that gone...You've had one GIFT One precious chance.....just last year. The rejection has begun and now the painful wait. As I watch the rising sun Please..... don't let the GIFT come late An inner battle rages strong To recieve....one must pass on This all seems so very wrong Please "Pooh".....I pray....just hang on. It's so hard to believe now To think........ the unthinkable But if you'll just please allow Please remain.........unsinkable As I hold "pooh"'s yellow hand I hear the nurse's words come From what seems a distant land "They have said No"........I go numb. Many complications have arisen for Shane in the last few days, so once again I ask for your prayers. Thank you all. [This message has been edited by Butterflies_dont_cry (edited 06-08-2000).] |
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