Our parents want to express their love to all of their wonderful and supportive family and friends! They feel truly blessed to have known and associated with each of you. As we have read the many messages, notes and cards given, it has brought joy, tears, and laughter, and has helped to "fill their cup" (as my dad says). The countless memories and thoughts shared, as well as the innumerable prayers on their behalf, have been felt and are greatly appreciated. One of the main goals with this blog is to provide a place for memories to be written down of my dad that can be put toward a history book for him and help his future posterity to better know this great man through stories. Feel free to just write a memory or two.
An update on Craig: he had to have his feeding tube removed again, so we are hoping he will be able to drink some and even have a few bites of food. He is a trooper as he dutifully keeps trying at our behest. He definitely is a great patient and always makes us feel better when it is us trying to help him. We know that he can't go long without food and fluids so we are exploring options for getting food into him. He also had his abdomen drained again; it's never fun, but helps relieve the pressure and pain. We are so glad that hospice will allow this to continue. It's possible that he might have to have a Denver drain put in, but the chance for infection is 100 %, and he likely wouldn't survive that. It might be a necessity one day, but we hope and pray it is not anytime soon.
Craig still has very limited energy. Consequently, he still spends much of his time sleeping, or at least trying to sleep.
Craig and Judy,
ReplyDeleteHere are lots of hugs all the way from Utah. Craig has always been a great and compassionate spiritual leader, and you have both been friends for so many years. Eating Hawaiian Ice and catching up on your family was the highlight of our trip to Laie. And, of course, we will always cherish the 15th of July. Memories of you bring us such joy.
Did you know that Zach is Camille's seminary teacher? So, your legacy is continuing on. You are in our prayers . . .
Patrice Crandall and family
The words of a hymn reflect our love and admiration for Craig and Judy. Their "gentle ways"
ReplyDeletehave truly "strengthened our faith & enriched our days."
The Olsons touch ours for good
Reflects thine own great mercy, Lord;
Thou sendest blessings from above
Thru words and deeds of those who love.
What greater gift dost thou bestow,
What greater goodness can we know
Than Christlike friends, whose gentle ways
Strengthen our faith, enrich our days.
Two of my favorite people, Craig and Judy. When your family moved in next door to us... That was one of the best things that could of happened for us! Craig, you are one of the most selfless caring amazing people I know. You were someone I looked at like a father figure and am so grateful for your wonderful example. I love you and Judy SOOO much and your great children that I feel so close to. I have too many memories with your family I wouldn't know where to start. Thanks for being wonderful and helping me have a good childhood. Words can't express how full my heart feels right now.
ReplyDeleteThank you again for everything.
I love you both,
Megan Harris