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stevomiller

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Hi guys, don't know why I didn't post this earlier, just didn't. Was hoping you could remember my family in your prayers. My wife's 38 year old brother was diagnosed with rectal cancer in July; it was at an advanced stage and very aggressive. He recieved chemo and radiation therapy to no avail. The cancer spread through out his body, and he passed on last week while home from the hospital. He was surrounded by his family and friends at time of departure. He leaves behind a wife and 3 kids. For the first time I'm faced with my own mortality. I know I will no longer take any breathing moment for granted. I will no longer take the time I have with my 4 kids, wife or friends for granted. Time spent with those you love is precious, don't squander it. Sorry I rambled, Steve Miller
 
May God be with you and your family. May he surround you with friends, family and total strangers to comfort you and teach you about Him and His mercy. Our time here is limited and it is valuable, may He guide you in all your endevours.
 
Prayers on the way - with some advice.

You will forget your good intentions so quickly. But you have the right idea. May I suggest you go to a bookstore and pick up a bound blank book you can either jot in longhand or glue computer printed pages to. Put down in it briefly the things that make your life worthwhile as they happen. Things you should remember. The high school friend who calls 30 years later to tell how he always looked up to you. Spiritual experiences, times help arrived out of the blue, times you've helped others, joy, peace, gratitude.

Let this book become your treasure chest. There may be a day you need reminding you loved and were loved, did worthwhile things, were an example that helped others. To paraphrase the hymn, "Count your blessings", because it may keep the taste of Hoppe's No.9 and scratches from the front sight off the roof of your mouth.
 
Very sorry to hear about your brother in law Steve:( Prayers have been said for his family and yours.

Take Rusty's advice. I already keep a journal and the good and the bad go in it. The bad stuff when reread shows me that it really wasn't so bad, and the good when reread does just what Rusty says it will above.

For the first time I'm faced with my own mortality. I know I will no longer take any breathing moment for granted. I will no longer take the time I have with my 4 kids, wife or friends for granted.
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I believe this is the only positive thing we take from losses such as these. I was forced to confront my own mortality at a much younger age than was good for me, but now I live my life happily and with an appreciation for what I have. Most of the time--I am human after all.
 
Thank you all for the kind words, prayers, and advice. Rkenny, God has definitely surrounded us with those that would support us, and we have been blessed by His grace and strength. Rusty and Rob, this very day I will take your advice and start documenting just how blessed that I am. And Rusty, I get your drift on the Hoppe's #9- the sweet smell of which always brings back good memories; the taste of which would only leave bad memories for those I love most. May Abba Father bless you all. Sincerely, Steve Miller
 
Steve,

I'll add you and your family to my prayer list. rkenney said it best (for me), so I'll repeat his words...

God Bless,

Alan
 
stevomiller, my prayer for his peaceful rest. I also thank him to refesh "no moment for granted" thought, and thank you for sharing it.
 
Steve, I'm sorry to hear this. He was a young man and a great loss I'm sure. May God be with you and your family. Take care my friend!
 
Steve: I'm very sorry to hear of your brother-in-laws passing. Your family will be in my prayers. May God grant you peace and understanding during this very difficult time.

-Craig
 
Steve -
Realization of one's own mortality is a real awakening, and always arrives at a time of personal loss and sadness. Once you have worked through the original feelings, there is a sense of relief that may be found in the realization that the loss is not permanent, that there is another meeting ahead. Loved ones will gather for the support of those still here, and our prayers are there for help along the way. Be well.
 
Steve,

Sorry to hear of your loss, certainly prayers are on the way. I lost my only brother to cancer over 30 years ago, he was only 21, hadn't even lived yet. Not a day goes by that I don't think of him, even after all these years. Take care, and keep the faith.
 
I just wanted to thank everybody here at the cantina for the moral support and prayers. There is NOT a better forum or group of guys that frequent one, PERIOD. Even though I've never met any of you in person, and the only one I've spoken to is Uncle Bill, I consider all of you my friends. I pray that God blesses you all, just as you words have blessed me. Sincerely, Steven Miller
 
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