As my husband so eloquently puts it: 5 years ago today, June 19, 2007, is a day which will live in infamy for me. Instead of starting a fun week of vacation, our family was collectively horrified to be thrust into the reality of Dan's cancer diagnosis. None of us could have possibly imagined on that day the struggles, and yes, the miraculous victories that we have experienced since then. No parent should be forced to deal with the suffering of the child they love so dearly, and yet that is exactly what elucidates that love. There is nothing quite like a hopless situation that makes the healing so obviously miraculous. There is nothing quite like mercy to demand humility. I would like to honor Dan for his character and faith throughout the seemingly endless suffering he has endured. I would like to honor his mother for tenaciously doing battle for her son. I would like to honor Ashley for sticking by his side when things were not beautiful or easy. For loving him, and giving him encouragement in a way his parents could not. I would like to honor all of the others who were his nurses, doctors, and others involved wiht his medical care. I would like to honor the rest of you who have supported Dan, Ashley and our family throughout all of this ordeal. Five years down the road with no evidence of active disease is a big deal. We have indeed witnessed a miracle. May I never forget nor cease giving thanks to the Lord for this day. Dear Friends and Family, Just a reminder that Dan's hip replacement is tomorrow morning at 10. He goes in early for an infusion of platelets since his are on the low side (in the 50,000's). This can be a very bloody surgery too. Please pray for an uncomplicated surgery and swift uneventful recovery! Thanks so much! Love Jamie Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 Just spoke with Dan. He is awaiting his dinner! He has not been up yet but is hoping to get up tonight and walk. The pain is subsiding (YEAH!) So glad the surgery went well. Thanks for praying for him. Oh give thanks to the LORD, call upon His name; Make known His deeds among the peoples. Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; Speak of all His wonders. Glory in His holy name; Let the heart of those who seek the LORD be glad. Seek the LORD and His strength; Seek His face continually. 1 Chronicles 16:8-11