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Some of you may remember my brother-in-law Charlie. He survived a bout of flesh eating bacteria a few years ago. Even his doctors admitted it was just not their skill alone that saved his life. The FReeper prayer warriors here, I know, played a big part in his recovery

Charlie is facing a new, very serious, challenge. He went to get his eyes examined for glasses a few days ago. He ended up with a cancer specialist. His loss of vision was due to a malignant tumor in his left eye. They did extensive testing of his right eye and found no cancer there. The doctor said this type of cancer usually spreads to the lungs or liver so he's going for more testing next week.

His left eye will be removed the following Monday. At some point they'll install an artificial eye but I don't know how soon. I'll post more when all the tests are completed.

Charlie is something of a grump, a grouch, a little bossy and most times doesn't hesitate to give his opinion on any or everything. He also has a heart of gold and will give you the shirt off his back if he thinks you need it. Charlie and my sister have been married 47 years.

1 posted on 07/19/2007 4:02:10 PM PDT by barker
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Trussell, would you ping the Prayer Warriors please. Charlie really needs them right now.


2 posted on 07/19/2007 4:07:06 PM PDT by barker ( A smile is a curved line that sets things straight.)
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Sounds like Charilie is a great guy. Prayers.


3 posted on 07/19/2007 4:13:40 PM PDT by mtbopfuyn (I think the border is kind of an artificial barrier - San Antonio councilwoman Patti Radle)
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Prayers!!!


4 posted on 07/19/2007 4:26:41 PM PDT by Perdogg (Cheney for President 2008)
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Prayers for your brother-in-law.


5 posted on 07/19/2007 4:34:24 PM PDT by kenth (Let me hear your war cry!)
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I’ll pray, in the Name of Jesus, that your brother-in-law’s health be completely restored.

But of course, his plight brings to mind the story of Bartimaeus, in Mark 10. Keep this in mind and share with your family - the Lord can work miracles on behalf of his people:

Blind Bartimaeus Receives His Sight
46Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus (that is, the Son of Timaeus), was sitting by the roadside begging. 47When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!”
48Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

49Jesus stopped and said, “Call him.” So they called to the blind man, “Cheer up! On your feet! He’s calling you.” 50Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus.

51”What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked him.
The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.”

52”Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.


7 posted on 07/19/2007 4:55:57 PM PDT by Joann37
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Prayers going out for Charlie.


8 posted on 07/19/2007 5:03:40 PM PDT by ladyinred
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He will be in my prayers.


9 posted on 07/19/2007 5:59:21 PM PDT by wryteacher
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To: barker; 4woodenboats; abletruth; Accountable One; Aeronaut; AKA Elena; Alamo-Girl; AlGone2001; ...
Prayer ping.

Please post your replies to barker


Please know that I am praying. May God provide healing and comfort as needed.  

Blessings,
trussell


If you want on/off my prayer ping list, please let me know. All requests happily honored.

13 posted on 07/19/2007 6:56:19 PM PDT by trussell (Prayer is good for the soul)
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My sincere prayers for Charlie and his lovely and devoted wife (and you, of course)


14 posted on 07/19/2007 7:02:25 PM PDT by AKA Elena (Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you!)
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May the Lord heal your brother Charlie.


15 posted on 07/19/2007 7:03:38 PM PDT by Salvation (†With God all things are possible.†)
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Prayers for Charlie and family.


17 posted on 07/19/2007 7:05:25 PM PDT by upsdriver (DUNCAN HUNTER , the best man money can't buy!)
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I pray that Jesus will bless and help Charlie and your family.
18 posted on 07/19/2007 7:12:46 PM PDT by GinaLolaB
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Prayers sent for Charlie.


19 posted on 07/19/2007 7:19:31 PM PDT by JZelle
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Prayers on the way for Charlie and his doctors,
as well as you and his family.


20 posted on 07/19/2007 7:20:29 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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Sounds like all of my friends. Our family will be praying for Charlie to receive the blessings and peace of Our Lord while facing this latest challenge.

21 posted on 07/19/2007 7:21:36 PM PDT by Mr. Know It All (Quicumque vult salvus esse, ante omnia opus est, ut teneat catholicam fidem)
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Saying prayers for you BIL Charlie. May he be blessed with a full recovery.


23 posted on 07/19/2007 7:28:15 PM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You!. Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: barker

Prayers for Charlie and for your family.


26 posted on 07/19/2007 8:15:06 PM PDT by Pathfinder
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To: barker

prayer bump


27 posted on 07/19/2007 8:22:47 PM PDT by Tribune7 (Live Earth: Pretend to Care)
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It is good that Charlie discovered the tumor, so that it can be treated. God bless him and the family. Keeping them in prayer, and those attending his health needs.


28 posted on 07/19/2007 8:22:48 PM PDT by LucyJo
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Most Merciful Father, take pity upon Charlie’s beloved wife, for great is her fear for her husband right now. Grant unto her the desire of her heart ... that Charlie’s cancer has not spread and that it may be totally removed with surgery. Strengthen him and his loved ones as they face the coming days ... may their faith and trust remain in You. Restore him, Lord, in the Name of Jesus Christ we pray, Amen ...
29 posted on 07/19/2007 8:28:12 PM PDT by Pegita ('Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, just to take Him at His word ...)
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