Sorry, it has taken me so long to post. As many of you know my brother Mark is in a coma. We have spent hours praying and visiting , as our family has gathered at the hospital. This is a photo of my brothers. Mark's in the red sweats. This was at happier times when the brothers could get together and golf.
Mark's sons are in denial of their father's condition. The drs. have told us, they will remove Mark from the respirator on Tuesday. He has had many more strokes. Although he is not brain dead, our brother is no longer with us. This has been an emotional rollercoaster.
Thank you for all who prayed and sent well wishes. Your caring has touched my heart. As heart breaking as this is for my family,God has ways of lifting us up. Tomorrow, I will tell you of how our Lord has reached my heart with his love. Hug your loved ones today. XO
It's so sad to read your post. Even though in you head you know what is going on it still has to hurt your heart. I wonder what people do who do not know Jesus??? God bless and take care of you and yours.
ReplyDeleteLinda, I think people who don't belief are most always angry or very sad. Don't you? Bless you for your kind thoughts. I pray you are doing well. xoxo,Susie
DeletePraying for you and your family. Asking God to send the Holy Spirit to comfort you through this time. Praying for your family to see Jesus in you and that He will be glorified.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. I know that one day my family will join our parents and all be together again. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteI am so sorry, Susie. I know the awful finality that comes when they tell you there is no hope. You will get through it because you are a strong woman that believes in God and His healing power xo Diana
ReplyDeleteDiana, If my brother had just been healthier , he would have had a fighting chance. But he had the stroke and just kept having them The dr. did say even by some miracle if he would live , he'd be blind and a totally bedridden with no memory . When it was told to us like that, we knew our brother was better with God. Thank you for all your prayers and well wishes. Love you, Susie
DeletePraying for you and your family. I'm so sorry.
ReplyDeleteSherry
Thank you so much Sherry. Your prayers help us know that others care. Bless you, xoxo,Susie
DeleteOh, I am so sorry. I knew it was serious but didn't know that he was in a coma. Prayers and Hugs and friend.
ReplyDeleteDebby, At first we thought he was in a drug induced coma...but it was from the strokes. They have not given us any hope. He will be all new when he is with the Lord. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteSusie, So very sorry to read about your brother's condition. Praying right now-for peace for each of you, to see God's hand at work in all of this and for His healing touch on Mark.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Noreen
Hi Noreen, Thank you so much for all your prayers and kind words. They do help.Bless you, xoxo, Susie
DeleteSending Prayers! Praying your family finds peace in being together during these difficult days! Blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteYou know our family can fight and squabble, but we pull through for one another. We have prayed together for our brother. We have had to let the drs. make the call to take him off all the hook-ups. Thank you Cindy for all your prayers. xoxo,Susie
DeleteI am so very sorry! Love and prayers, Honey. Praying for God's peace in your heart!
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda. that means so much to me. I am sad but I am at peace. My brother will be joining our parents, he will be all new with God. xoxo,Susie
DeletePraying for you and your family Susie. So sorry you are having to endure this. Prayers.
ReplyDeleteKris
Kris, This has been a tough time. I have cried till I can't ...But I feel calm knowing Mark will be a new man with God. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteI'm so very sorry .... I would image it is so hard on all of you. May you feel God's peace during these days.
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deb
Thank you so much Deb. This has been like having your life in limbo.. very stressful. I find myself praying all day. I know that God has loved us from the very beginning . xoxo,Susie
DeleteI am so sorry, I was so hoping you all could have him back.
ReplyDeleteThank you Peggy...we would love to keep our families with us always. I find comfort knowing my brother will be with God. Blessings to you, be safe, more snow coming our way. xoxo,Susie
DeleteDear Susie,
ReplyDeleteOh, I am thinking of you and your family and am saying strong prayers for you all. Is it possible for you to feel as if I am sending you a HUGE HUG from this comment? I am!
Love, Kay
Kay, I truly appreciate your prayers. It gives my family some comfort. I love your big hug. Bless your heart, xoxo,Susie
DeleteSusie, I continue to have you in my thoughts and prayers. This has understandably been a very emotionally draining time for you! Bless you! Sending hugs! xo Nellie
ReplyDeleteNellie, The waiting is not easy...it is exhausting. I am so thankful I have all of you and our God to talk with. Bless you, xoxo,Susie
DeleteI am so very sorry to read this about your brother. But, I am looking forward to reading your story tomorrow. Xoxo
ReplyDeleteNonnie, thank you for being kind. Hope all is well with you. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteI am so very sorry and will hold all of you close to my heart. love and prayers.
ReplyDeleteThank you Joanne. This means so much in our time of need. Bless you, xoxo,Susie
DeleteI'm so sorry to read this.
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Sweet lady, thank you so much. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
DeleteSusie, I am so sorry...there are just no words that will make it alright or go away. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know Mark is safe in the arms of God, but that doesn't make the loneliness and sadness of the moments ticking slowly down go away. Giving someone back that we love so dearly is the hardest things he ever asks us to do. Let me know if you need anything. Giant hugs.
ReplyDeleteTete, Thank you for always being there. You are the nicest person ever. Waiting is a stressful thing...makes me pray even more. Thank you for the hugs and prayers. Love you, Susie
DeleteIm so sorry about your brother. so terribly sad. knowing God certainly helps take the worst of the sting away. looking forward to your next post. I love to hear how God works in peoples lives.
ReplyDeletehang in their susie.
xoxo
vivian
Viv, I will miss my brother , but I know that God will make him new again. Thank you for the kinds words. xoxo,Susie
DeleteSusie, I have been away from blogging for several months. I am so sorry about your brother, Mark. I said a prayer just now for him and for you and your family. May God surround you with His love at this difficult time. Mildred
ReplyDeleteMildred, I have been missing you. I tried many times to get thru to your bog to leave a hello for you. Bless your heart, thank you for the prayers. xoxo,Susie
DeleteThis is such a hard time for a family...I'm so sorry, Susie. Sending prayers xoxo
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda...we need prayers and sure do appreciate each one. xoxo,Susie
DeleteSusie, I'm so sorry to hear this. This has been such a difficult time for you and your family. What a nice picture of all the brothers. Sending a big hug today.
ReplyDeletelove, ~Sheri