A Layne Post
Our Annabella has gone home to her two boys.
I miss her.
I miss playing hopscotch and singing kids songs, yelling “Meow!” at the end and laughing together. I miss her quick hands playing the equivalent of Jacks with stones. She was patient with my uncoordinated swipes and encouraging despite little improvement.
I don’t miss her moaning because of mouth sores, or seeing her throw her head back and wince to swallow a sip of water. I don’t miss seeing her sip porridge because nothing else would go down. I am thankful the side effects to Chemo will fade, but we know the tumor will grow. Pray for the days ahead. Pray that she will be able to maintain some physical comfort. Pray for sweet memories with those she holds dear. Pray for a undeniable presence of Jesus, our Comforter.
We also received news that Guedez, who was with us for the better part of last year, passed away in July. His brother has been out of the country, which is why he hadn’t been answering our phone calls. We had suspected his death, but the confirmation has allowed for some closure in our hearts. We loved him dearly. He won over everyone he encountered. Seriously, heart of gold. His smile and laugh were absolutely contagious. He suffered a long, long time. I pray he now knows a wholeness he never imagined possible.
Our patient Judite received news that she needs more rounds of Chemo. It was not the news we hoped for, but we are encouraged by the way her body is responding. Pray with us that the next couple of cycles are effective in ridding her body of cancer. Pray for strength of heart as she forges ahead. She has Chemo this week. A specific request is that they will be able to find veins to administer the drip. Her veins are so burnt up they struggle even to draw blood and she usually endures so many pricks.
Another patient, Falgeira, found out that her home up north was robbed and everything was taken. Pray for comfort and peace of mind and heart. Pray for justice. Pray that Jon and I know how to love and support her well in this.
As for happy news, the house is coming along so well and so fast. The Lord and His mercies have been astounding. We are humbled and desire that He receives all glory. We look forward to the unfolding of plans the Lord has for this property.
Our Family Home + Hospice/Guest area
New half of Casa Ahava
Casa Ahava! (as best can fit in the picture)
Thanks for loving and praying with us. We really do cherish your support.
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Full range of emotions.
Weep, smile, sit in stunned silence, stand in hope, move on and love the next one.
Always trusting the Maker/Giver/Healer, the One who has words of Life.
Praying for you guys. God will continue to give you the grace, the words, the energy you need to keep on loving.
Grace to your sweet girls. They have such a beautiful role in the work Jesus does in Casa Ahava.
Blessing upon blessing on you, Jon and Layne. We love you and the work you are doing.
Oh Layne, each time I read a post I am reminded of the Real lives you all live, if that makes sense… I am beyond words and my heart melts seeing pictures of your and Jon’s girls, our precious granddaughter’s being used in their young little lives for Jesus ❤️
Thank You for what you and Jon choose to do and thank you for including us by blessing us with the posts and names to pray for 🙏🏻
prayer for God to keep his upholding presence thick for the people he has given you all to love, and for your energy and joy to be supernatural, with appropriate rest.