Tom and I met with the Hospice intake nurse today. It went well and she answered the few questions we had, went over medications and is going to be putting in an order for me to have oxygen at home. I’m hoping that will help a little.
In the next couple days I should get to meet the nurse I will be seeing every week or two and who will be managing my medicine and helping me stay comfortable.
The goal was to head to church afterwards, but the meeting went long and I was pretty upset after she left. Just the thought of starting hospice made me cry. It took me a while to calm down. I didn’t think about how I would respond to the meeting when I scheduled it before going somewhere. So I guess we’ll try again next week.
Holding you close this evening, love.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
You are brave and courageous and an inspiration to many. May you be lifted in your spirit by the many prayers said for you and your family. May our merciful Lord move on behalf of the prayers of His faithful followers. May you feel His unexplanable peace today and in the days to come. While none of us are promised tomorrow may we all live every minute to the glory of the Father. Trusting with you for His care moving forward. You are loved. ♥️
Have been praying for you each day Jen…praying for rest and comfort.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
Jennifer, you are amazing to go through all of what is going on in your life. You have been a blessing to so many people and have ministered to so many of us. I thank God for you and you have no idea how much you have ministered to me. Thank you. Praying for the peace that passes understanding to be with you in the coming days. You are loved and appreciated.
Sweet Jennifer…. I just want you to know that I have been praying for you regularly through this journey you have been on, and will continue to do so until you get to meet Jesus face-to-face. You are an incredible inspiration to so many who have walked with you through your cancer journey. What you have written has helped others learn about your life, challenges, joys, fears, pain, heartache, and so many of the ups and downs you have walked through. May the peace of the Lord fall upon you as you experience his presence closer each day and continue to trust in him. You, Tom, and the girls are deeply loved! Keep clinging to the promises given to you in scripture and know that you are in good hands as Jesus leads you home! 2 Tim. 4:7
Don’t feel bad Jennifer for your response, you are amazingly strong and a blessing to others how you have trusted your Lord and Savior to walk this difficult journey. Praying for you and your family to find peace, comfort and joy each day. Much love to you all.
Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family!
With love and prayers for you and your family. Our LORD is with you every moment. H loves you so much!
Thank you for the update. I’ve been thinking about you and the meeting all day. I can’t imagine the roller coaster of emotions you go through every day. Praying for peace and comfort for you. I look forward to seeing you in 17 days (but who’s counting). I love you.
May God hold you and your family tight and give you peace and comfort.❤️You will never truly know what an amazing inspiration you’ve been to so many-a true woman of God-what a witness! Thank you for your transparency in sharing your life and this journey with us. Prayers will continue for you and yours. Love in Christ!
Thank you for sharing. May you get the rest you need this week so you have a good day at church next Sunday. Praying
Dear Jennifer, It’s such a privilege to be a part of your prayer team, you have enabled us to do what family does, know how to pray as you have kept us posted each step of the way. Prayers from our hearts are lifted to the Father daily. We love you, Chuck and Bobbie
You are in my heart and prayers daily.
Love, Shanna
I love you. ❤️
Praying for God’s peace and comfort as you continue to walk with Him through this journey. You are such an amazing blessing and thank you for sharing so we know how to pray.
Thank you for sharing your story through your blog. I admire your strength and faith and will continue to pray for you and your precious family.
We’re always thinking of you and your family and holding you close to our heart. Any and all feelings you have right now are justified. I pray for peace for all of you.
Dear Jennifer, As I have followed your journey, stood along the sidelines, cheering, crying and praying along with you, it has made me wish that I could have met you, my cousin, in person, on this side of heaven. We share the heritage that has made you the strong woman that you are. I am sure there are moments when you do not feel very strong, but your life, your legacy is one of God’s strength manifested through you. You will not know until you are on the other side of this and can see the Big picture, just how much God has used your life for His glory. I will be forever changed by it and if I do not meet you on this earth I will in Heaven for sure. Much love. Wendy.
Jennifer, I want you to know how grateful I am for you. Throughout these years of battling cancer together, our paths have taken different twists and turns. Your journey has been more challenging than mine but through each step of the way, you’ve allowed your faith to shine through. I know how difficult the decision to involve hospice can be. My brother is stage 4 esophageal cancer and he’s been in hospice care for the past few weeks. Hospice seems so drastic and final but remember they are your advocates toward make the journey home. Thank you for letting others share in each step of your journey. We’ve all felt honored as you’ve openly and honestly shared everything. You are such an amazing woman and I am honored to have “met” you. When you get to heaven, Jesus will answer all the whys for you. I’ll look forward to meeting you there one day soon. I love you, my sister in Christ, and I’m going to continue lifting you and your family before the throne until that day of your precious home going celebration. With deepest love, admiration and respect, Bonnie
Dear Jennifer – Nathan Jansen & Diane Baker said, so beautifully, what I have felt about you & your journey over the past 5 years. You have fought the good fight and are finishing your race strong in your faith and sharing that faith to the very end with all of us. Thank you dear heart. We love you and will keep you, Tom, & the girls close in our prayers as you wait for the Lord to open that door and say, ” Okay Jennifer, it’s time for you to come HOME”
Jennifer, You have been on my heart and in my prayers during your journey with cancer. Thank you for your transparency and for sharing your journey with such grace, dignity and a faith that was such an inspiration to me and others. Prayers continue for God’s comfort, peace and precious moments for you, Tom and your sweet girls. May you feel His amazing love as He holds you close.
Love you, Jan
Dear Jennifer,
That was a brave decision and a difficult one for you and Tom to make. We continue to pray for all of you as you enter this next chapter of your life. May it be filled with joy and peace as you trust God through it all
Love you❤
Dear Jennifer, we have prayed for a miracle of healing, but you will see the greatest miracle when you see Jesus face to face. Just know that He will be guiding Tom and your girls through this valley of tears. The Lord will provide all their needs as they face life without you. They will be strong knowing you will be together someday forever. Your Mom is waiting on the other side, and I can just imagine her smile when she sees you. We thank you for the courage you have displayed through this whole journey. We love you, and we will never forget the love you have given to others.
Give yourself “space” during this time to process, alone, with Tom and with the girls, all that you are going through…the emotions, the anticipation, the last things…all that have come about through entering this phase of your life on earth. The Word says that our lives are but a vapor (James 4:14). God alone numbers our days and as much as we (and especially Tom and your girls) would have you longer on this earth, we do not have that responsibility nor privilege….only the God who is GOOD does. And my prayer as that during this season (and, into the next, for us that will have to wait to follow you), you will rest in His Mercies…you will prove His Goodness, for that’s why He’s left you here – to prove and declare of His Greatness (Ps. 9:11; Ps. 71:17). I will pray for strength to continue through this last season on earth, for I know this is your desire as well. Praying for strength and God’s many mercies be upon you all while you travel this road.
Although we are distant cousins, we never really knew each other well, and thus never had the opportunity to make memories. With that said, there is still a bond. I so admire your courage through this difficult time. You have been there for your family whenever you could possibly be. You always radiate joy and peace in everything you do and say. You love Jesus and it truly shows through your witness. You are bold with your witness and who knows how many lives and souls you have touched along the way. Cherish the moments you have left on this earth; and, at the same time, bask in His love knowing He has you in the palm of a His hand! What a mighty God we serve. You are loved.