True to its slogan, The Ronald McDonald House is truly the “house that love built.”. 492 talking about this. (Psalm 23), The God I know sent his Son Jesus to die so I could have eternal life. So, if even upright and blameless Job experienced God’s stillness during tragedy, then we must expect that we will too. Chandler wanted a simple wedding at home with just a few close family members. Does life ever get to be too much for you and you just feel like throwing in the towel or catching the nearest bus bound for sun and fun? They shared a close bond and were the best of friends. Many times while on her way to the hospital, she called crying and said she was so anxious about taking care of him. Chandler was grief stricken to lose her brother and went home every night researching other hospitals we could transfer him to and different procedures we could try like lung transplants in hopes of prolonging his life. And when she tried to clean him on the left side, he moved to the right. February 27th is fast approaching. During our initial meeting, I learned that we weren’t going to be neighbors for long because Tom was being moved upstairs. Celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ is the most wonderful time of the year. I imagined they were either thinking that I was behaving very inappropriately for laughing at my son’s condition or that I was having a nervous breakdown and needed to be thrown in the nearest padded room immediately. I watched the young man’s mom entering and leaving his room. While I’m Waiting. The sickest kids have the most equipment and need more space. As we walked down the hallway to the waiting room, fear suddenly overcame me. Doctors said they saw no reason why his improvement shouldn’t continue. Follow While I'm Waiting on WordPress.com Recent Posts. Well, a few months ago, he began leaving hints here and there that a year has come and gone. However, for those who have lost loved ones, the holiday season can be an especially sad and painful time. So...we created a plan, changed the plan a time or two (or three), and finally got the master bathroom I had dreamed about for so many years! Despair was knocking on the door, and it was a battle to fight it off. Like any 2-year-old, Dylan loved to jump in the pool and have Uncle TJ catch him over and over again, and by the end of the summer, Dylan grew brave enough to jump in, be caught, and then promptly sink to the bottom of the pool with Uncle TJ only to shoot back up again. I assumed that someone he knew from the medical staff was walking toward him, but I could not see who it was. We were standing in the hallway just outside TJ’s door when the doctor asked how TJ was doing. I was heartbroken he was injured, thankful he was alive, terrified of the future, hopeful for recovery, grief stricken beyond belief all rolled into one, and that tangled up mess was like an overfilled balloon begging for an outlet. I am very grateful for the friends the Lord has given me to help lessen the pain. Perfect timing and a great reminder! We knew my parents were coming but we were in for the best surprise!!! In my exasperation about TJ’s condition, I had come to the place where I knew I could do nothing else but laugh about it. Новые христианские песни, слушать онлайн прославление и скачать / download mp3. It was almost as if a light switch in his brain had been flipped on. He was lying on the gurney making a silly face at me, so I snapped a picture. Listen to your mother! Whenever TJ was in the hospital, we generally never left him alone because communication with the nursing staff was very difficult, so Chandler took the evening caregiver shift. It was the perfect space for a teenage boy. Faith is tested, tears are shed, and grief is shared, bringing readers full circle to the encouraging hope of God’s healing. Archives. From where he sat, he could see down the hallway, but I could not. Due to the heart’s familiarity in the window, I sometimes forget it is there. Trapped Within takes readers on a journey with many ups and downs but ultimately leads them to God’s promise that our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. While I wait While I'm waiting I'm getting stronger My faith is rising, yeah, and I will run on (hey) While I'm waiting I'm lifting up on wings as eagles I believe (hey) I will trust in You. The owl perched on my fence yesterday was a sign from God reminding me that I am loved and He is nearby during this difficult time. Death is incredibly painful, and it was hard watching both of our children struggle. '” I believed those words and trusted that even with a brain injury, God still had a plan for my son and would give him hope and a future. By the end of TJ’s three-month stay in the hospital, his lungs had been destroyed by either cavitary pneumonia or blood clots. They then put chest tubes in, which are very painful, to remove the air. There are moments of laughter and joy and moments of pain and sorrow. I learned many things from her about hospital life and what life would be like when we got out. While I'm waiting I will serve You While I'm waiting I will worship While I'm waiting I will not faint I'll be running the race Even while I wait I'm waiting I'm waiting on You, Lord And I am peaceful I'm waiting on You, Lord Though it's not easy But faithfully, I will wait Yes, I will wait We ate lunch at the Canadian Honker, took coffee breaks at the Caribou across the street, and once in awhile went for ice cream. I hurriedly ran down the stairs to the sliding glass door where my husband was standing gazing out into the backyard. His suffering was severe, and there was nothing we could do to help him. They bowled, went to Rangers baseball games, and ate at fun restaurants, but their favorite activity together was swimming. They were quite entertaining to watch. Of course, being the teenage boy that he was, he didn’t show as much emotion as I hoped for, but I still think he was pleased. We had gotten through it. She had heard what we were going through and sent me a YouTube video link. That was all the motivation I needed! December 25th marks the day the long-awaited Messiah came into the world to free us from the grip of sin and death. I didn’t know what to say, and my mind raced to come up with an answer. It is probably best known in the movie “Fireproof”, with the actor Kirk Cameron. Many times while Chandler was living there, she expressed that she was homesick and wanted to move back to Des Moines but was unfortunately unable due to jobs and financial reasons. For the believer, death has no sting, and the grave has no victory! Download single from Travis Greene titled “While I’m Waiting” featuring, Chandler Moore. Many times during this hospitalization, Chandler expressed frustration about TJ being in the hospital. The links in this post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on the link(s) and purchase an item (at no additional cost to you). His MRI had a few little infarcts on it, which are areas of oxygen loss, but they said it wouldn’t be causing what was going on now. The story encouraged the reader to choose an animal that is not commonly seen. He was never able to walk on his own again. So, dear one, if you are struggling this holiday season with the death of a believer who has passed on before you, remember that your sorrow has not gone unnoticed. I was not alone. John Waller. He knew how much this was hurting me, but He wanted me to praise Him despite the terrible storm I was in. (1 John 3:1), The God I know says He walks beside me through the valley. You need to listen to your sister. Suddenly, Janet and Tom came into my view. A few days later when Dr. Landry entered TJ’s room for morning rounds, TJ was in the bathroom with his nurse. Relief washed over me. Rehab was a blessed time. It’s hard to find a picture of them when they were youngsters without their arms around each other. We just happened to be there on the same day, at the same time, and in the same building. BUY … His therapist was somewhat reluctant to say he would eat again but finally gave in. The news of TJ’s mischief spread across the rehab floor, and much to Dr. Landry’s chagrin, medical staff also began referring to him as Dr. The first thing he said was, “It was complicated.” I caught my breath and immediately asked him, “But he’s okay; right?” He nodded. It bonds us with others, lessens pain, decreases stress, and helps us cope with sadness. Travis and I stayed with TJ until we were shooed out. She couldn’t wait for him to get healthy again and be discharged. Directly across from the bed in TJ’s rehab room was a white board with the names of his rehab doctors and therapists. His mouth started clamping shut, and he tried desperately to pry it apart. Truthfully, I was a bit bummed on Homecoming night seeing all the pictures on social media of all the kids and their dates. He’s going to be fine. This song ministers to me cause my husband don’t know the Lord and I’m waiting on my husband to give his life to Jesus. Add To Cart Add To Cart. 1 Thessalonians 4:13 says, “Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.” As believers in Christ, we mourn as if our loved one has gone away on a long trip, remembering with full assurance that after awhile we will see them again. May the force be with you!” TJ would then throw his head back, make a loud humming noise, and shake his head back and forth. Everybody sings Oh oh oh, you got it, (oh oh oh) Everybody Oh oh oh I believe, I will trust in You Oh oh oh (oh oh oh) Oh oh, oh oh oh oh I … In 2017, TJ went into the hospital a couple of days after Thanksgiving and never came home. When we couldn’t figure it out, he became agitated and upset. At the time of their move, Julian was blessed with a work-from-home job, and only Chandler had the task of finding a new job. Neither of us knew the other had appointments that day in Rochester. As for Me and My House. 6 people found this helpful. Other days she lined TJ and her stuffed animals up in her room and made them sit at attention while she played teacher and gave them homework, and once in a while she drove TJ around in her little pink motorcar. At that moment hope sprung to life again within me. A Christmas Message of Hope December 14, 2020; Trapped Within November 16, 2020; The Heart February 15, 2020; The Owl December 11, 2019 The only time he received relief was when he slept at night. While in between appointments, we sat down to wait in a waiting room in the Gondola Building. His arms were twisting into strange positions, and his walking was getting worse. TJ’s youth pastor and kids from his youth group came back to the room to show their support. TJ’s sense of humor was also back in full force. TJ’s unknown condition tormented Travis and me. While I’m Waiting is mostly a tastefully-arranged midtempo affair, though “Quest” spices things up with some astringent guitar riffage and “Our God Reins Here” aims for a brawny arena-rock sound. He died on February 27, 2018. I was now at a crossroads. That was brutal news for a sibling to hear. He was becoming increasingly confused. But as the hours ticked by, it wasn’t going away. They had the typical sister-brother relationship growing up. So the next time life becomes overwhelming and you’ve had just about all you can take, remember to laugh and place your trust in the Lord, and instantly He will give you a new perspective. After they were married, Chandler and her husband Julian moved to Cedar Rapids, which is a city two hours away from Des Moines, but they were still close enough to come home quite often to visit and spend time with family. However, because I didn’t want to intrude on her privacy, I kept to myself. During the years her son was ill, Kelly Denham kept a journal of daily events and later brought the story to life as she processed her own healing. Above the bouquet is a stained glass heart given to us, at the time of my son’s death, by the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester, Minnesota. In early October, I asked for a transfer back to Mayo, so he was loaded up onto a helicopter and flown to Mayo for a second time. I’m hoping to send the book to the publisher by the end of the year, Lord willing. But TJ didn’t want to get out, so he wrapped his arm around the shower bar and held on for dear life as she pulled and tugged. During TJ’s first hospitalization at Mayo, his diagnosis was unknown. It was a lot for a young woman in her 20s to go through. Because she had dealt with serious illness before, Janet was great at giving advice. So, in other words, it was just the internal pep talk I needed to get me through a long week! Travis installed beautiful, dark laminate floors which would make cleanup of TJ’s food and drink messes easy since TJ was a slob. I responded, “Well, he asked for a mini fridge for his bedroom at home this morning.” And then I added, “But I don’t know what he thinks he’s going to put in it because he can’t swallow anything.” And at that moment the ridiculousness of what our lives had become hit me, and I began to laugh uncontrollably. In hindsight, I believe God’s plans for TJ’s life was to point others to Jesus during his season of suffering with a brain injury. We laughed and cried together and encouraged one another with God’s Word. At each check-in everything was going well. After four months of battling his brain injury and constantly bouncing from floor to floor, TJ finally went off to rehab for a third time in August of 2013 and finished. Get out of the shower. Even though it was small, it was his, and he had everything he needed. “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. It was a tender place where my soul was cared for, and I felt the presence, love, and mercy of the Lord. TJ was the compliant younger child, and Chandler was the bossy older sister. Exhausted, I laid down on TJ’s couch. I desperately wanted to cave into the fear and scream and go berserk, but I chose to have courage and walk through the fear believing that God was by my side. I once again felt the hand of God guiding us. Chandler pretended she was the mother, and being the easy-going child that TJ was, he did whatever she told him to. China was the trip destination TJ chose for his wish from Make-A-Wish. As for Me and My House (Deluxe Edition) John Waller. One day Chandler gave TJ a shower, and he was irritated with her. This means that if you purchase a product from one of these links, myself or another blogger may earn a commission. September 29, 2009 2 comments Article Spiritual. The 27th marks the date that my son TJ has been in heaven with Jesus for two years. Worship While I'm Waiting. TJ’s Myasthenia Gravis tests came back negative. TJ was improving, and we were hopeful again. It was the last time TJ ever saw Tom. A week after the surgery, he went into respiratory failure. Do you sometimes feel God is silent and aloof while your heart is breaking? It was a win-win for all of us. Proverbs 17:22 of the New Living Translation says, “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength.” Scripture teaches that a cheerful heart is more than just great for the personality, it is good medicine for the body as well. In the beginning of TJ’s hospitalization, she was frustrated and didn’t understand why God would bring her here to be TJ’s caregiver just to sit in a hospital day after day with him, but after TJ’s death, she was able to look back and see God’s loving hand orchestrating her move back home at just the right time so she could spend every single day of the last three months of TJ’s life with him. I learned the young man’s name was Tom and his mom’s name was Janet. God has provided me with an amazing editor, and I’m excited to see what becomes of all this. And when she finally got his arm free, he then pushed his leg against the shower wall to brace himself so that she was unable to move him. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. “He has been in the shower for 45 minutes, and he won’t get out. His arms were twisted over his head most days and unusable. I’m so thankful we have a Savior who knows the grief and pain experienced from the death of a loved one. Praise You In This Storm. It is time I move on and tell the lessons I learned there to others. For quite some time now, I’ve been writing a book about my son TJ. Reunion Records / 2009 / Music Download. The surgeon came out after it was over. Add To Cart Add To Cart. His body was starting to do strange things. This reveal has been a LONG time coming but before I get too far, I want to share a little backstory with you. “Mom, TJ isn’t listening to me,” Chandler said. They were three years apart and were the two youngest of our five children. While I'm Waiting (Live) (feat. During this hospitalization, Tom was fighting Leukemia, but he’d had a variety of health issues for many years prior. “When I walked into the brain injury rehab facility, the first thing I saw was a picture of an owl. So, I chose an owl, and throughout my adult years, whenever I saw an owl, I was reminded that God was very near. When TJ asked about it again, we told him we were sorry, and we reassured him we would definitely get him one soon. (Matthew 28:20). They were from Wisconsin and were quite familiar with Mayo Clinic as they had been there many times before. I've been looking forward to seeing you all week! While I'm Waiting Here, Billy Strings (Advanced) Home / Tab Store / Advanced / While I’m Waiting Here, Billy Strings (Advanced) Here’s the second Billy Strings tab I’ve released on this site. And the temperature in the basement was just the way he liked it, very cold. Buy Download $1.29. Im standing on your prom.. Helpful. I felt God’s loving arms around me and was reassured that we were in the right place. While I’m waiting I’m lifting up on wings as eagles I believe (hey) I will trust in You Everybody sings Oh oh oh, you got it, (oh oh oh) Everybody Oh oh oh. I still plan to post on my blog, but it will be sporadic. $8.91. We were excited that he had the opportunity to spend time with Ashley and her family, which included an adorable, little 2-year-old nephew named Dylan. Get it together.” However, unbeknownst to us, our descent into hell had already begun. I wanted so badly to talk to her. What a pleasant surprise! At one time he whispered, “This is miserable.”. Try laughing instead. I will serve You while I’m waiting I will worship while I’m waiting on You, Lord: 4 stories about "While I’m Waiting" Dolly King says: May 19, 2017 at 10:21 am. $10.49. The Blessing. Альбом «Love Playlist» (2020г.). He started talking and every once in awhile could blurt out an entire sentence. Swallowing was still very difficult. If I didn’t know God better, I could easily mistake the reason for His silence and believe that He is a cruel, uncaring, detached God who must not love me. God is good, but the waiting is very hard. “From his abundance we have all received one gracious blessing after another.“John 1:16. While TJ was in Texas, Travis and I planned to surprise him with a newly remodeled bedroom in the basement upon his return. I dreamed and planned but, honestly, I didn't have the courage to go for it. They were the perfect match. Follow While I'm Waiting on WordPress.com. “TJ, knock it off. I have spent most of my adult life waiting. But as the hospitalization drug on and TJ’s health declined, for the first time, Chandler began to understand how stressful and exhausting it was taking care of him. My mind ran the gamut of what ifs, and I burst into tears. After another two-and-a-half-week hospitalization in Des Moines for an intestinal infection, his twisting became so severe that his shoulder and wrist were dislocating and he was arching his back so bad that it was cutting off his airway. His entire body filled up with air. Definitely worth checking out the accompanying YouTube video! I didn’t know where to go from here or how to help my son who was suffering so miserably. She took ownership of it and having her there gave me a tremendous break. I'm left thinking of you dear, while I'm waiting here I haven't seen the sun Since it rested on your shoulder While we walked along that vacant river side They carried me away To a place where I get older If I cannot prove to them you never died Seems like the last time, feels like the first 5 out of 5 stars (1 Review) In Stock. Just the typical family schedule but it did have me feeling a little frazzled this week. Because of the work Jesus Christ did on the cross for us, we have hope! $10.49. God’s presence was so near to me at that moment, enveloping me, drawing me closer. I was sitting in the room with TJ like I did every day when he signaled that he wanted to ask me something. But, if I've learned anything during this process, it's that our house should work for us, not the other way around! TJ was in a corner room in the left corner of the horseshoe. 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