I don’t even have the words to form this post, but I will try…
A couple years ago Debbie reached out to me about possibly doing a family shoot when her whole family was together. After trying to coordinate multiple times with holidays and school schedules for her college sons, it just never happened to work out. Luckily because of our numerous mutual church friends, we became FB friends and have been for a few years now. I have been following her journey battling cancer over the past couple years, and I have always been in complete awe of her joy and faithfulness even in her suffering. She has fought cancer with humor, smiles, and a side of playful sarcasm for eight years now. Eight years!!! It’s without a doubt been a discouraging and super heavy journey, but His light has always shined through her sweet spirit. A few weeks ago she posted that the cancer has spread and she would no longer be pursuing treatment. My heart was instantly heavy and without a moments hesitation I reached out to her. I wish I had the words for how special this shoot was for me; it was probably the most meaningful and touching family shoot I have ever done to date. I am so grateful for Debbie’s joy and faith. I can see it and feel it in her presence. I am also so thankful that The Lord is the author and redeemer of her beautiful story and that His promises are unwavering. Debbie, I know we don’t *know* each other well, but you will forever have a place in my heart. I am praying this over you right now. I love you, sister.
Psalm 23
A psalm of David.
1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he refreshes my soul.
He guides me along the right paths
for his name’s sake.
4 Even though I walk
through the darkest valley,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely your goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.
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