Welcome to A Gravel Road Journey!

NOT SO LONG AGO, Dad RE-named his art studio, "A Gravel Road Studio", and so this seemed an appropiate title for his blog.

Why 'Gravel Road'? As Dad explains, "Gravel roads take us off life's busy highway and force us to slow down. When we slow down we have time - time to notice the things around us; the things that matter the most; life and breath, the flowers and the trees. Gravel roads allow us to taste the dust of our travel and give us time to breathe."

Since his studio is a place of quiet reflection and contemplation, we wanted to create a space for family and friends to do the same as we journey together down this new and unknown path. We also wish to keep family and friends updated on his diagnoses and treatment, so please check in often for updates and new information.

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Biopsy's Been Moved Again

Just got an email from Mom and Dad's biopsy time has been changed. It's been bumped up from 11:30 am to 7:30 am tomorrow morning (Friday, the 12th). Mom will be staying overnight with Dad in the hospital, as it's considered major surgery, and they'll be home sometime on Saturday. Please pray that everything goes well!

Thanks!
Dana

13 comments:

Naomi said...

Hi,
I used to go to Covenant and just wanted to let you know I'll be praying for your family.

Ken said...

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I want to give you a verse that I love. Psalm 27:1 The LORD is my light and my salvation-- whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life-- of whom shall I be afraid?
I'm sure it won't always be easy, but lean on Him knowing He will be with you each step of the way.

Anonymous said...

I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you here and trusting in God's strength to uphold you at this time.

Rachel deKoning Kraay

Anonymous said...

I sit in stunned silence and prayer. blessings and strength,
Kim Zeglinski

Anonymous said...

Hang in there Gerald. Tana and I are thinking of you.

Bill Karras

Anonymous said...

We have not stopped praying and will continue to do so. We love you all sooo much.

Becky&Sean

Kathy's corner said...

God has promised HIS strength and peace in the darkest times of our lives. He shelters us and carries us when we are unable to walk on our own. His love will sustain you and your fmaily. May the presence of the Holy Spirit give you peace. You are in my prayers. Hold fast to God's promise, that HE will NEVER leave or forsake you. (Erin Keown's mom)

Miss,Megzz said...

~Praying for all of you, hope it all goes well tomorrow
Love you guys

Kathleen and Gareth said...

Dear Gerald and Arlis,

it was good to see you this afternoon, and I was struck by the strength you both showed. You'll be in our prayers, especially tomorrow morning.

Remember, you are being carried by the prayers and meditations of countless friends and family members.

Gareth

Anonymous said...

everything seems to be going way too fast, and yet so much patience is needed for the waiting times. Praying Isaiah 43:1-3 for each of you. Love you lots and lots!!from John and Wendy and family

jan folkerts said...

hello Gerald, Arlis and (grand)children.
we heard of your illness from Mattie and now we're reading every day in the Gravel Road Yourney. We think every day about you and your family. We pray for all of you. We wish you a lot of strength.

jan. janny, eke, kerst, germer, sybren and thomas

Anonymous said...

Dear Gerald and Arlis
We share a past and have been reconnected through Christopher and Kristin.
This turn of events in your life has impacted us deeply. We are thinking of you and praying earnestly for all of you.
I am hearing of your strength and peace. May God continue to give you His strength and His peace to take you through this uncertain time ahead.
Please know that a multitude of hearts are carrying you in prayer!
With love
David and Dorothy Ryzebol

TaMaRa NoeLLe said...

Gerald and Arlis,

You're all in my thoughts and prayers. I was in great shock when I heard of the news, Gerald. Not knowing what to say, to think. God is good, and he is our Healer. Lean on Him to be your source of Strength.

God bless!