Not long ago I saw a video of a runner who was several feet from the finish line when he began to collapse. He struggled, crawled and practically willed himself across the finish line. That's kind of where Sam is mentally and physically.
I've never run in any marathons, but I know a few people who have run many and they say that the last 6 miles are run on adrenaline. Sam is fresh out of adrenaline. So, I was thinking that maybe hearing from those of you who are following this blog might just be a shot of adrenaline for him. If you feel inclined to do so, please post a comment for Sam and let him know you are pulling for him. I think that just might be the kind of shot-in-the-arm to help him get to the finish line.
You know, it's weird how a little thing like not getting the fourth can of formula in today almost derailed his progress. He slept-in a little longer this morning and didn't get started until about 11:00 a.m. and so by 10:00 pm he was just finishing his third 8 oz can and he felt defeated. We prayed about it and I tried to reassure him that he did well and that tomorrow will be better. I think he knows that, but he's at the 20 mile mark and kind of "hitting the wall." I know he will make it because he promised me he would fight. Sam keeps his promises.
Sam told me to tell you , "Thanks for your thoughts and prayers." He also wants you to know that he draws strength in knowing that others are thinking of and praying for him.
Sam told me to tell you , "Thanks for your thoughts and prayers." He also wants you to know that he draws strength in knowing that others are thinking of and praying for him.
6 comments:
Sam and Maddy, I pray alot for our fellow cancer patients, daily, hourly, when I drive to work, when I drive home from work. You have been through so much that I know its going to get better and better each day with the grace of God and all the prayers that are going strong for you both. God's Blessings, Marla & Bill Gleason
Sam and Maddy, My friend, Marla who is Eric Gleason's mom, has been forwarding The Grace in Which We Stand. I am amazed at the strength and courage you both have in going through this great trial. I greatly admire the encouragement you get from the Scriptures and leaning on HIM through your struggles!! HE is the GREAT PHYSICIAN!! You are both in my prayers as you seek HIM first in your journey to healing. With Love in Christ, Suzie Miller
Hi Sam:
Why does the song..."I got 25 miles to go girl. My feet are hurtin' mighty bad..." come to mind?
My daughter Leah is running the Chicago Marathon in a few weeks. I went to North Park with her and my son, when she was here so that she could run her daily 7 miles for preparation.
There's a lot of prep for a marathon, and I know the Lord has worked in you all these years for this journey you are on.
When training for her marathon, as others do, she does two 20-mile runs. One about 2 months before and one 1 month before. The funny thing is, the 20-mile runs are hard, but she's said things like, when you finally do the 26.2 miles, the last 6 feel more than the 20.
What is it about the last 6 miles? Oh, that's not a hard one. We're tired from the first 20. I could go on and on about the marathon and such, but I won't. I'm tired, too. :)
May you feel your Lord scoop you up and carry you the last 6.
I prayed for you last night and will do so again.
Funny thing is, I think the band that wrote that song, 25 miles. Their name is Human Nature. I don't know why that makes me laugh.
Peace to you, brother
You are in our thoughts and prayers...
Sending our love & energy,
Eric & Deanna
Daddy,
I love you so much! More than I can ever express. I miss being around you and I cant wait for you to come out to the sunshine and let me fatten you up! All the sushi and ribs the desert has to offer. It's hard being here with out you.
I love you
Dee
Hi!! Thinking of you today and hoping the sun is shining, the birds are singing and Sam is feeling better. Think this is your anniversary week, but didn't know when so HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! We just celebrated our 35th. on Sept. 1st. and my 59th. (and holding) birthday is tomorrow. Taking a few days off this week to relax and work on some rental property that Bill has been doing since retirement. Know that we are thinking of you both today. God Bless, Bill & MArla Gleason
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