Blessed

Even though positive status day was a while ago, I still feel the need to say how blessed I am by our communities both in North Branch and Lansing. I have been going through James and came upon this verse: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. (James 1:17 ESV). I know that God has given us these blessings through all of you, and I just want to say thank you! I am so greatful to have each and everyone of you in our lives.

Here's a few ways that I have felt blessed in the past couple of weeks:

The two weeks after chemo, we got to stay at one of Elliott's neighbors houses. It is right in the middle of the woods and on a beautiful, secluded lake. It was so nice to be alone, and actually feel like we were married. During our time, we got to just chill and relax from wedding craziness and the week of chemo. Here is some pics from the house we stayed at: 

It was beautiful. Thank you so much Beanie for letting us stay there while you were away. We are so thankful. 

Beans at Beanies...that is a little pun

Anyway, two Saturdays ago there was a soccer tournament benefit put on for Elliott. Cody and Kayla, two friends of Elliott and I put it on for us. Even though it was only planned in a week, the whole community showed up to support us. I was so glad Elliott and I got to go for the last bit of the tournament. We were truly touched and felt so loved an cared for by everyone. Thank you everyone who helped! I know it took a lot of work from organizing the teams to the Chinese auction to concessions! Thank you! We are so blessed to live in the community that we do! 

              The tournament board

               Fun team T-shirts 

   Shirts that were sold at the tournament 

All the helpers and more I am guessing

                           Soccer

Another thing I am thankful for is my URC  (University Reformed Church), SCF (Spartan Christian Fellowship), and Lansing family. Two Sundays ago I went to a prayer service at URC for Elliott and for another man in the church who has cancer as well. Elliott couldn't come because his immunity was low. They prayed for El and I, and I just felt so loved and cared for by them. I could feel their prayers. I am so blessed by all of you and I love you all! Words can't even explain. God truly blessed me when he led me to URC. 

Last but not least I am thankful for all the work people have been doing all the work on our house. I am so greatful!!! (Sorry I don't have any pics at the moment)