David
I don’t know how to write this so I am just going to begin. Here’s the situtation. The workshop has been cancelled. I said goodbye to the girls at the mixer party and booked the first flight I could get to San Francisco. I’m sitting in a hospital bed with my husband David right now. Yesterday morning I received a phone call from paramedics that David suffered a seizure and was rushed to the hospital. The doctors have found a mass in his brain. We are still waiting for more information and biopsy. They believe it to be cancer at this point. In all of this we believe and trust in our savior Jesus Christ who is not only our source of salvation, but our hope, joy and healer. We are asking that you pray for us. I have specifically asked God to raise a multitude of people to pray for us during this trial. We need strength, clarity of mind for making important decisions regarding his treatment, and we need more faith than we have ever had before. Please pray for David’s complete healing.
David is in good spirits and on the outside seems healthy. I can’t really wrap my head around what is happening. I can only trust God. True to form, David has updated his facebook and his blog with a detailed account of what went down. He can tell it much better than I. I only wish I could have been by his side when it all went down. My friends, we covet your prayers.
Amy
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Amy, I’ve been praying for both of you since I heard the news from Kristen. I’m asking everyone I know to pray. David’s blog was so powerful–God will get so much glory through this! Hugs!!
praying right now…
Amy, both you and David have our thoughts and best wishes.. We will be thinking of you and sending our hopes that David’s recovery is smooth and fast. You must be terrified.. Please let us know if we can help in any way..
we never know why these things happen. Sometimes they’re to remind us to lean on Him, sometimes they’re to help others faiths grow as they see someone shine in times of struggle, sometimes it’s for our neighbor who needs the blessings of being able to help and serve you as you go through this…. and no matter what this time is meant for, know that you’re in our thoughts and prayers even a thousand miles away. we’ll pray for you and David each and everyday.
Oh Amy! You don’t know me, but I love reading your blog and look forward to coming to one of your workshops soon. I will be thinking of you two often… I just know he will come through this.
The strength and faith in God that David has clearly shown in his positive blog post is a testament to what faith can do for a person. God is carrying him right now, God is carrying you both!
“LORD, you said that once I decided to follow
you, you’d walk with me all the way.
But I have noticed that during the most
troublesome times in my life,
there is only one set of footprints.
I don’t understand why when
I needed you most you would leave me.”
The LORD replied:
“My son, my precious child,
I love you and I would never leave you.
During your times of trial and suffering,
when you see only one set of footprints,
it was then that I carried you.”
i truly mean it when i say that i am praying for david, and for you & the rest of your family. God is good.
I don’t think there are any words that can soothe you right now so I am praying that God gives you the words to get you through this. MY heart aches for you, but at the same time I have overwhelming optimism for you! I know I don’t know you in person, but I know you through your blog and you are two amazing people. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
AMy,
What a crazy heartbreaking time! David and you are in my prayers and I’m sending lots of good thoughts your way.
Oh Amy, I”m praying for sure. Rest assured He has everything under control.
Love, Sara
amy- you and david are in our thoughts and prayers! i’m making sure everyone i know knows you are in need of their prayers. god bless, carly
Please know that another fan of your blog will be praying for you and David…God is with you…and we will keep the prayers coming!
you and david are in my prayers and in my heart… only God can provide the comfort you need and i pray that he holds you.
Amy praying for the both of you. Please keep us posted.
I will be praying as well. I am not sure what else to say, I am not that good with words, but I wanted to let you know I am thinking about the both of you.
Oh my goodness, Amy I am so sorry to hear that. What a scary time. I will keep you and him in my prayers!
I’ve been following you probably for a year or so.
I have a brother who had brain surgery at 2 years old to remove tumors and he also suffers from seizures. He’s 32 now.
My Grandmother has been hospitalized for the past 8 weeks we’ve all been passing this scripture around and praying. I thought I would pass it to you. I’ll be keeping you and David in my prayers as well.
Ephesians 3:20: “Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly aboove all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.
Amy,
As a fan and follower of your blog, know that I will be praying for you and David and all involved. My heart broke as I read this.. I am praying, praying, praying.
Praying, Amy! Praying hard for you and David! God is our comfort and our healer!
And you shall have them.
Much faith and love your way, a sister in your great God
Hi Amy,
A good friend of mine flew to attend your workshop and I read about what happened on her blog and then on yours. Just a quick note……..I am also a photographer and 3 years ago my husband was diagnosed with cancer. It was only found because of another strange infection in the area….by chance or better put….by miracle. After two major surgeries, a ton of prayer and support, my husband has now been cancer free for almost three years. Our God is faithful and He will sustain you in the most amazing ways during this time. This is the hard stuff, the stuff we never imagine. You will make it. You will.
Cindy
Tacoma, WA
Oh my gosh, Amy you and David are in my prayers. I know you don’t know me but I live about 20 minutes from San Francisco. If there is ANYTHING you need, please don’t hesitate to email me (i put it in the form).
I am praying for your family, and thinking of you guys!
I have been following your blog behind the scenes for awhile now, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with both you and David. After reading his blog posting and seeing the amazing attitude he has, I just know that God is planning on working a miracle in the life of someone so articulate and passionate– all to enable David to show others how to glorify Him even in the storms of life. Thoughts and prayers for you both–
Praying. Praying. Praying!!!!
Praying for you and David!
Praying for you and David!
Going to get my husband right now so we can lift up you and david. We will be praying. “For where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst.” -Matthew 18:20
Dearest Amy, I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. My family and I will keep you and David in our prayers. Stay strong in your faith and prayers, and they will come to pass. Matthew 21:22 And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.
Stay strong!!!
Hoping the best for you!
Another praying reader,
Rachel
Amy,
My heart and prayers go out to you and your husband. I pray for a quick recovery.
B Dad
I am SOOOOO sorry to hear this news. I will pray for your husband and your family. I really have enjoyed reeading your blog and viewing your pictures. Keep us updated.
Prayer waves have been sent yours and David’s way. Wow. Life can happen SO fast. Thank you for keeping us blog readers updated. May God’s will be done!
Amy + David: God’s love, comfort, and peace over you and your family. I’m praying for understanding, gentleness, and a heck load of healing. God’s love.
OMgosh Amy!! I’m so sorry to hear this
I’m lifting your family up in prayer right now. XOXOX
I am praying for healing for David and for peace and comfort for you!
i am PRAYING. i have PRAYED. i will PRAY until i run out of words.
i love you.
((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))
Amy, I will keep you and David in my prayers. I first read about this in Kristen’s blog. What an amazing way to find this mass. What a great attitude David has. Continually praying, Keri
I pray that God will give you the strength and faith that you need during this time. I hope miracles will be sent your way. Much love, Amy Jo.
Amy, I’m praying for you and for your husband. Praying for strength and healing..
this makes my heart hurt for you! I will be keeping your family in my prayers! you are trusting in the ultimate physician, take comfort in that!
Amy,
I’m a blog stalker, but not anymore…I’m praying for you and David. Know that the Lord is really in control is comforting and I’ll also pray that you and David can know that more and more as He blesses and works with you…
Amy~Please know that so many are praying for you and are thinking of you! I pray for comfort and strength during this difficult time!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Hi Amy, I have been thinking about you and praying for you & David today and finally realized you probably had an update on your blog! We are praying for you both — and specifically for TOTAL healing. What an amazing thing that God would reveal the tumor the way He did!
Hey Amy,
We are definitely keeping you and David in our prayers. Just a few weeks ago in our class at church Scott Hamilton and his sweet wife came and spoke to us. They told us about when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor after having already been diagnosed with testicular cancer. They immediately prayed about it and over him and he was able to pull through it amazingly. I pray that you can find comfort in the hoards of people praying for you across the country and that untold miracles will come from what surely feels like a complete disaster.
I am so sorry Amy- I too am a blog stalker but just know my thoughts and prayers are with you and David.
you guys will continue to be in my thoughts! i am so so sorry this is happening to you guys.
Oh, Amy - my prayers are with you and David tonight, all of them. Be well, be clear, be faithful…
Prayers for complete healing and peace of mind! In jesus’ powerful name, amen!
I AM PRAYING!
im just a stalker; but you and david will be in my prayers
Wow Amy, I just recently started following your blog and I NEVER leave comments. I just had to let you know that you and your husband are in my prayers - I can’t even imagine what you are going through. May God grant you peace and strength as you face this trial.
Praying for you both. I’m so sorry to hear about this.
May God bless you and your family during your struggles. I just read your husband’s post and it had a great love for God and that above all else will guide you through your trials! Blessing and prayers from Oklahoma!
I am praying for your husband and you and I will continue to pray. May God give you both strength and courage.
Amy, I’ve been following your blog for a while and wanted to let you know that my family and I am praying for you and David. I’m so encouraged by David’s post - that even in the midst of all this, he is excited to see what God is accomplishing! We also believe and know that God is sovereign, and are praying for David’s recovery, that you would experience the sufficiency of His grace in a powerful way, and that all this would be to the praise of His glorious grace.
Amy and David I am SO Extremely sorry!! I will definitely keep you guys in my prayers! If there is anyway I can help, shoot me an e-mail. I know you don’t know me, but I truly would love to help you out in anything you may need help with. God Bless!
Amy & David…I’m shocked as I peruse my frequently read blogs tonight. Thoughts and prayers are with both of you at this extremely trying time. I know you have great family support and a strong faith which will get you both through this.
I will pray for you and David tonight.
So sorry for all that you and your hubby must be going through. You will be in our prayers.
I’ve been a silent blogstalker of yours for quite sometime. When I read your post today…I knew I could be silent no more. Please know that I will be praying for both you and David during this difficult time. By the way it sounds you both have such an amazing outlook on life! You are both truly inspiring! May the Lord bless you with the strength that you need to win this fight.
Praying for you and David!
You and David are in my prayers. His positive attitude is amazing and will surely serve him well. God Bless.
I have been reading your blog for awhile now, but have never commented. I just wanted to say that you and your husband will be in my prayers tonight and for as long as they are needed. Stay strong.
You are in my thoughts and prayers!!!!
I can’t begin to imagine what the two of you are going through. You are both in my thoughts and prayers, and I know David will pull through this!
You have a tremendous amount of love, support, and faith in the power of positive thinking. You are in my thoughts.
praying hard that Christ will heal David and help you all to have faith and strength in this situation. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Deuteronomy 31:6
Amy, So sorry to hear about David. It was so obvious to everyone who attended your first workshop how much the two of you love and adore each other. Just know that you guys are in our prayers. God is so able and I am believing he is going to prove himself to you and David ! Love and Prayers
You got it Amy. You and David are in my prayers. God is wonderful and more powerful than we could ever imagine. If we want something, all we have to do is ask and He will give. That is who he is, a giving God. Much love, Cristy
Hi Amy,
Oh honey, I am sitting here crying. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys. I hate that life has all of these twists and turns and even though they have a reason it still stinks and I hate that you guys are going through this. Please give David a big hug from me and please give you a big hug from me too.
Lots of love,
Jamie
We are praying for you and David right now Amy! HE is faithful and will take care of David! We will be praying for your strength as you take care of the love of your life. Blessings to you and David.
i am so sorry that you are going through this. my hubs had cancer a few years ago (when i was preggers) i can understand how scary this is for you. you and your family will be in my thougths and prayers.
i will be praying!
Amy - Though I only met you briefly on Sunday night, I already feel like you’re a good friend. The strength and faith you and David have is inspiring. You are both in my prayers.
You, David, and the family are in my heart and prayers. I pray for peace and comfort during this tough time. The Lord is good to His people! Hugs to you, Amy!
praying for you both, dear one!
just a blog follower…but will most definately be praying for your husband and your family!
Praying for you & your family.
awww. stay strong amy. we’ll pray for you.. hugs!!!
I’ll be praying!
Your family will be in our prayers. God be with you during this time.
i’m a lurker but i had to leave a comment to let you know that i’m praying for your husband’s health. he sounds positive but this has got to be the hardest thing for both of you.
Hey Amy. God’s timing is so interesting. I have never been to your blog or even heard of you but came across it tonight from a link on a friends blog.
My name is Amy too and I am also a photographer and lover of Jesus but God blessed me with a double gift..I am also a Registered Respiratory Therapist and work in a hospital. I have seen shock and uncertainity many times over the last 12 years and I know this.. God is truly and always in total control and we are to find our way to rest in that. This didn’t take Him by surprise in any way…He has a plan and I believe it is for good. Be encouraged, you and David are being used for a testimony to glorify the name of the Lord. As another great man named David said…”My times are in Your hands”. God is already answering your prayers by raising up an army of praying people. We are contending for peace, wisdom, accuracy, rest, and other things as the Holy Spirit leads. Be blessed, draw close to Him, and be available to even minister to others around you who may be lost, worried, or hurting.
And praise the Lord for silly men playing games…God can even use Kung-Fu to reveal things that need attention. Amen! LOL
I am a new blog reader and usually come out of the woodwork at some point to comment. Well, I just want to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you. My family has been through having a child with cancer and despite all the scary stuff it comes with some beautiful gifts and you will get through it.
Amy - you and David are in our thoughts and prayers. I can’t even begin to imagine how scared you are but I know first hand the power of prayer and the amazing results it brings.
Amy - I’m so glad to hear you safely made it to David’s side, which is exactly where you should be. I am praying for David’s complete healing. Much love to you!!
Amy, I am so sorry to hear this. You will both be in my prayers.
My prayers are with you both. David will make it through this!
Amy, my heart is just breaking for you guys and I will be joining in the prayers for David and you. Many many blessings to you both. Keep us posted!
My prayers are with both of you, as well as with the doctors who are treating David. May the Lord bless you in your time of need.
Amy- just wanted to know I am thinking about you and will be saying an extra prayer for David tonight! HUGS. Stay strong.
I am so sorry. I will be praying. Hard.
My husband and I are praying for you both! Seriously muchas prayers from Portland!! Im passing this around to fill up the prayer chain!!
amy, you and david both are in my prayers! I had to hold back tears reading this! I am so so sorry but have faith that he will recover!
Amy,
I am saying as many prayers as I can for you and for David.
Amy, I heard and my heart sank for you all. You have been in my thoughts and prayers today. Just stay strong and have peace in knowing God is in control. Keep your spirits up…{{HUGS}}
prayers and love your way
i’m so sorry…i just read your husband’s blog, and i will stand with you in prayer.
Praying Amy
Beautiful Amy and David—you are in my prayers. (((Hugs)))
Just yesterday my friend and I were discussing trials and suffering we face as Christians. God gives us the grace to handle what we cannot handle by ourselves. I will add David to my prayer list Amy.
i am so sorry! my thoughts and prayers are with you both.
I am praying for David and you Amy, I truely hope that everything will be ok!
Amy we will keep you and your husband in our prayers. I have a good friend who recently had the same thing happen. He is being treated and is successfuly responding to treatment.
David and Amy…my heart aches to hear this terrible news. Please be assured our family’s prayers are with yours. Love and blessings, Kate.
will definitely pray for you guys…. hang in there.
My prayers are with you and your family Amy.
how frightening. i will keep david and you close in my thoughts and prayers. i wish for you calm days and nights and health to be restored immediately. god will answer your prayers. xo
So sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Oh Amy, I am so truly sorry that you and David are going through this. I am praying for David’s full recovery and your strength, as well as my praying sisters here in Virginia and my prayer group back home. Continue to be strong.
With love, Jen Burns
Saying prayers for you!
My prayers and thoughts are with you today Amy and David.
I just prayed for you both–healing for David, courage, strength, clarity, peace, and comfort for the two of you.
And I will keep on praying.
Trust that God HAS raised a multitude of people to pray—I’m lifting you and David up this minute!
So so sorry to hear about David Amy, a prayer goes out to you both for good news and good health.
so sorry to hear about david. thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery.
Thinking and praying for you and David!!
xoxoxo
Amy, so sorry to hear this. I cry for you this morning for your hurt. I cry out to jesus for healing for your husband. http://www.family.org ( focus on the family)is an awesome christian organization if you need any encourgement through this.
amy, i’m praying today that you and david will experience the peace that passes all understanding. and i’m trusting the Great Physician!!!
Amy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Just 8 weeks ago I received the horrible news that my young daughter had cancer. It is a devastating time for a family. I wish you all the strength that you and your husband can find to navigate this most difficult time. Your faith will serve you well through this I am sure. Trust your instincts and work closely with your doctors and you will get through this.
Amy, I found this through a photog site and want you to know that my husband and I went through a similar situation 1.5 years ago. He was diagnosed with lung cancer and given 6 weeks to live. I like you could not accept what was happening and began praying for a complete healing. People all over the country prayed with me. Through God’s grace we were sent to a physician that agreed to operate on my husband. He has been great since then and has had no re-occurence. DO NOT LOSE YOUR FAITH, no matter what others may try to tell you. My answer to doubt became “MY GOD said that HE WOULD heal him”. I will pray for both him and you. Stay strong. BJ
… praying for David, the doctors, healing, grace, and mercy.
Amy,
I’m so very sorry you have to deal with this sort of news. It is my prayer that God heals David completely and gives you his grace and comfort during this trying time.
Hugs,
Danielle
We will absolutely pray for Ephesians 3:20 for you & David: “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.”
You guys are in my prayers. I pray that God will restore David’s health and give you the strength you need to be an encouragement to him. God bless you both.
Amy, I am so sorry to hear that you and your family are going through this. I will add David and your family to our church prayer list. I will tell all the prayer warriors I know about David. I will pray that God’s loving merciful healing be upon him, and God’s will be done!
I’m so sorry!
Oh Amy- my jaw just dropped to the floor. I have no words other than to say that you and David are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Lifting you and your husband up in prayer now. God is the healer of all. You are not alone.
Amy,
Devastating news-I am sorry you are going through this. Take comfort in the number of prayers going out for you and David. I was where you are now last year when my 3 1/2 year old daughter was diagnosed with an brain tumor as well. Doctor’s said it was probably there from birth and she suffered a fall from a swing a month before the onset of symptoms as well. After surgery, radiation, and continuous therapy, she is doing awesome. I believe the reason why is the prayer. Prayer heals and David will be healed too. Stay strong, you have a long journey ahead. I will be praying for you.
Done and Done..
Hey Amy! I have been following your blog since J* introduced you on hers. I love your work and truly hold you up as both a wonderful photographer and persevering servant of Jesus Christ. I can’t imagine the confusion and pain you and your family are going through right now, but I admire your strength and hope during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all right now, and I pray God will bless you both with miraculous healing! Thanks for filling in your blog readers, and I hope you find additional comfort and support from all of us…
amy, saying prayers for you and david. off to watch his blog.
stay strong. the lord will get your through this.
You are both in my prayers.
I saw this and we stopped and prayed you both… lots of hugs.
oh amy! i’m sending all my prayers your way!
I have been following your blog for some time now + feel like you’re a friend…I can’t even begin to imagine what you’re going through right now, but know that many people you’ve never even met are thinking of you + David and praying for you two.
Dear Amy,
We have never met, but I feel like I know you from reading your blog. You and David have been in my thoughts constantly since reading your post last night. I was just imagining if it was my husband who is the light in my life as I know David is yours and can only begin to comprehend the fear you must be feeling right now. I am and will continue to pray for the both of you…..
Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
deb
My thoughts and prayers go out to you both.. stay strong..
Praying for David and you and your family!
You are both in my prayers.
Our prayers are with the both of you!!! Stay strong!!
You are in my prayers. During this turbulent time, I know that God will be your shelter and calm.
I believe David will be healed in the name of our Lord Jesus.
Hello Amy and David! I am so sorry to hear about this. Your strength and spirit are amazing! Prayers to the two of you.
So sorry for this great trial. We wish you both strength and comfort and a full recovery for David. Thoughts and prayers, K & Tay.
We’re thinking of you both with our warmest and deepest convictions. Our best!
David and Amy,
First of all, our prayers are with you more than you know! Second, I’m in the Palo Alto area… If Amy needs a place to stay or shower or eat or rest, please don’t hesitate to call. 650-799-6720. We have 2 extra bedrooms if you need a place to call home.
Katie
My wife and I are praying for you guys! The Lord will strengthen you both!!
Sorry to hear about your husbands illness. May God heal him for he is our Savior. God Bless you and your family. Nancy
Amy, you and David are in my prayers. I’m sure it was hard to write this post, but please know that in doing it, you have more and more people thinking about your and David. We are all thinking of you two and sending many prayers your way.
praying for peace, strength, and healing! God bless!
Yes I will be praying for clarity of mind and complete healing. Remember “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, BELIEVE THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED IT, and IT WILL BE YOURS!” Mark 11:24
Oh no! Praying for you and David!
amy I don’t know you, nor do I know your husband but know that you have prayers being lifted up all the way in VA. I can’t imagine your fear and anxiety but we do share that same Savior and he is mighty to save. I’m praying for you two. Be encouraged that the faith you two share is unstoppable…no fear, no cancer, no tradegy can steal it form you. God bless you and I know he’s holding you close to His side, more now than ever before.
May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ come to your aid! Great is His mercy. Thanks be to God for all things!
Thinking of you and sending you positive, healthy thoughts.
I’m praying!
Amy,
Like others here, I do not know you nor your husband, but I was directed here by Wendie,whom you’ve photographed. I just thought it right to say that you and David are in my thoughts and prayers.
My your mind and heart find some peace during these difficult moments.
Praying praying praying!!!
Amy, you have been in my thoughts for the last few hours ever since I heard of David’s condition. I am so so so sorry that David is going through this and my heart breaks for you. I admire how strong and positive David is right now, and I know that because of this strength and because of the accident/miracle that put David in the hands of the Doctors early I know he is going to be okay. {{{{{Hugs}}}}}}
I’m praying to Holy Theotokos, the Mother of our God, to grant healing/comfort to your husband! I cannot even comprehend what is going through your mind at this point!
I am praying for you guys, Amy. We’ve been through this with my husband’s dad, so we know all too well how scary the prospect of brain cancer can be. I believe that he can be completely healed.
You and David are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
I follow Jasmine’s blog. My family will be praying for you, and I will look at my husband in a new way tonight and with more appreciation. Dear Heavenly Father, grant this family peace and clarity during this difficult time. Give them strength, hope, and energy as they go forward into the unknown. Make your presence known to them in an amazing way where there is no doubt You are with them. Amen.
I don’t know you personally…only from the photography world…but wanted to let you know that I am praying for you and your husband. Praying that you trust in His goodness and feel the peace that can only come from Jesus Christ. I will pray for his complete healing too and also that God will be glorified through all this as He shines through you.
My prayers are going out to you and your amazing husband. I have no other words to say
But prayers are all you need to hear I’m sure.
Amy, I am so sorry for this bad news. I hope David makes a full recovery. I will pray for you and for David. I know that God has always worked in mysterious ways in my life, and what seems upside down now might make perfect sense later. I pray that you will continue to trust in God with all you heart and let Him show you the way.
David, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Praying for you and David, Amy! I’m praying not only for his healing, but that God would be in the midst of you, and that during this time, you will not be moved, and nothing can disturb your calm. That His peace will surround you, and His Spirit will hold you together. (Ps. 46:2, 3, 5)
I read this quote this morning, and it came back to mind as I read David’s account on his blog:
“Him that overcometh will I make a PILLAR in the temple of my God; and he shall go no more out.” To be as immovable as a pillar in the house of our God, is an end for which one would gladly endure all the shakings that may be necessary to bring us there! –Hannah Whitall Smith
David providentially walked into a pillar that saved his life, and the LORD will make him into a mighty pillar of strength through this. Hang on! He will get you through!
Jane
Dear Amy - so sorry to hear about David’s condition. You will ALL be in our prayers! The Lord promises to never leave us or forsake us - so comforting
My thoughts are with you. My husband had a huge mass in his chest 6 weeks ago. It is cancer. we will survive after 8 months of chemo, but the HARDEST part is not knowing and waiting. Everyone told me that and i didn’t understand til now. Waiting is SOOOOO difficult. Once you know what it is, you can tackle it and fight it. I know you’ll make it through. My love to you both!
Amy & David, my thoughts and prayers are with you both.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Amy & David.
Dear Amy and David: God will answer all of our prayers because you and David are his children and he loves you guys so much..I declare victory in Jesus Name, David by faith you are heal..
We are praying over here too!! And truly believe in miracles.
Amy…I’ve been quietly following your blog for a while now so I know you don’t know me. But please know that you are not alone and that we are all praying for David and for you. I”m praying for a miracle.
If in fact he does have cancer, all is not lost. A friend of mine is in her 42nd month of remission from brain cancer. If she can do it, he can too! Here’s her blog: http://onkristasmind.blogspot.com/ its a very inspirational story.
You’ll be in our prayers.
amy i will keep you, david and your families in my thoughts. i know you dont know me, but if you need anything, dont be afraid to ask. im always amazed at how the photography community rallies when one of their own is in crisis. all my best - leigh miller
My prayers are with you!
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the lord be with you at this time and know that thru him, all things are possible.
Amy- Stay strong and know we are all in this with you!
Prayers (many) are headed your way.
Amy, you and David are both in my thoughts. I wish you strength and endurance as you face the battle ahead.
Amy, I’ve been a reader of your blog for a little while now but I’ve never commented before. I just couldn’t read this post without saying something… I just want you to know that you and your husband are in my prayers.
I will most certainly keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for your faith. My family will be thinking about you and praying for you. Godspeed —Tonya
You all are in my prayers! Hang in there!
Amy - Our prayers are with you and David. God is amazing and can work miracles. We will pray. We will get our church to pray. The power of prayer is amazing and just know that even though we don’t know each other we will get everyone we know to lift up David as you go through this time. God Bless you both!
Amy and David,
You are in our prayers for sure and we will pass this on so that you will have a team of people lifting your situation up! I will pray for peace for you and David and knowledge for the doctors.
Jackie
I just want to say that I am devastated to hear of your news. I read it on Jasmines blog. I respect and admire your faith in God and His abilities. I can’t imagine what you are going through right now but I am praying for you. Your current situation is a wonderful testimony for my faith and God continues to shed Himself upon me through others. No matter what God is taking you through, there is a reason and He will, in the end, make you two stronger and closer in Christ. I’m deeply sorry and my prayers are with you!! God bless you two!
Amy and David,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God not only heals David completely but helps you both to remain strong during this troubled time. God is amazing and miracles are never out of the question.
Just wanted to let you know we are praying for you and David! Be strong.. you have something alot of people in your situation don’t have.. God. Lean on Him. Know that He knew that these events would happen before David was even born.. and that He has it all under control. We are praying for healing!
Courtney Craver
Sublime Studios, FL
Hey Amy, Amy here too, from Malaysia. When I read this on Jasmine Star’s blog, I was shocked. Although I do not know you or David, both of you are in my prayers. “If God puts you through it, He will pull you through it” Be strong.
You are in my prayers! Hold on, God never gives us more than we can handle.
amy,
there just aren’t words for times like these that don’t make sense. you and david are in my prayers. and if i can share…i know God has a plan for each of us and i know prayers can bring about miracles. they cured my brother of brain cancer at the end of last year.
praying…
crystalyn
thinking all types of healing thoughts for your David and for you. You need strength right now and lots of faith. Be strong!
Amy,
When I first read your post I was shocked. I still remembered seeing pictures that Jasmine took for you guys… you and david are always in our thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you & David!! Have faith, be strong.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and David. I hope everything turns out okay. Be strong and keep the faith.
More prayers from over here…..
Amy
though I do not know you, I want you to know that I will pray for your situation. How marvelous is God’s grace, even in the “darkest valley”, may his rod and staff comfort you in this place and in this time.
May your faith be strong, and may God be very, very close to you in this trial
Amy, I’m not sure if you remember me or not…we met at WPPI during the morning shoot with Jasmine/breakfast afterwards. I am devastated to hear the news about David. But I pray that God would surround you with strength and courage and love during this difficult time. Know that you will be lifted up in prayer! I live in Rochester, MN so when you are at Mayo, please let me know if I can do anything to help. I know I’m pretty much a stranger but I’d be more than happy to be there for you in any way possible. Love and prayers are being sent your way.
I’m praying already! I’m so sorry that you have to experience this, but know that Heavenly Father loves you and is aware of you and your wonderful husband. I pray for clarity and peace as you go through this difficult time, as well as healing power for your husband. Remember the refiner’s fire.
Sincerely,
kat
Praying for you both! Trust Christ, he is in control!
Dear Amy & David,
I read about what happened on Jasmine Star’s blog. I just wanted to let you know that I will be praying for the two of you.
*hugs* and prayers being sent your way!!!!!
Amy I am truly sorry for what you are going through right now. You absolutely have my prayers for a complete recovery and the strength to get you both there!
my thoughts are with you both during this time and every step of the way. stay strong and know that we are all here for support. nothing but positive vibes.
Praying for you and David — that the Lord might give you both His grace & strength as you face this trying time. Trust and remember God’s goodness and sovereignty. xoxo
I am sorry you are both going through this. Will be praying for you both.
I have read some of your posts before but this is my first time to comment (I think). My prayers goes to you and your husband as you go through this unexpected journey. Also since I am from Minnesota, I want you to know that Mayo Clinic is one of the best hospitals for Neuro-cases. My close friend’s husband was treated there… Take care and God bless!!
praying for you guys….
I am so sorry you are having to bear this cross. I pray that you and David triumph over this and will pray for the doctors’ wisdom and his strength for recovery.
Strengthen your servant David, O God, to do what he has to do and bear what he has to bear; that, accepting your healing gifts through the skill of surgeons and nurses, he may be restored to usefulness in your world with a thankful heart; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
There are more people praying for you and your family than you could possibly know.
I don’t know you or your husband but I am praying for you both right now.
I read you and Davids story off of Jasmine Stars blog and just wanted to say I will definitely keep you guys in my prayers and let my family know to do so as well.
Just thought i’d leave a verse that always helps me out…..
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and David!!
My prayers are with you both. For David, the courage to fight and heal. For you, I pray for strength and the ability to be strong and love unconditionally. My father was in a hospital bed for over a month.. prayers really do get answered. I prayed everyday while sitting in the chair next to his bed.
you both are in my prayers. my mother went through brain tumor surgery a little over 11 years ago - so I know how scary and heart wrenching this can be. I am in the bay area and would love to do whatever I can to help.
What can I say? Gosh! Me and my husband will pray for you. You guys have been a great inspiration for me and my husband…
Amy~
After meeting you and David at the workshop I was so touched by the love you two share. Seeing you interact in person and feeling the love of Christ that you both exude was truly an example to all. Now you both are again inspiring us each person to live a live of faith in things not seen but in things we believe. Christ will get you through this time and He will be your strength. You both will be in our personal prayers and also added to a prayer angel chain in our town.
Dear Lord, I beg of you to lay your hands on David and Amy at this time, to remove the negative toxins in David’s body, to restore his health back to a stable and perfect status. To give them both the strength to make the best decisions to further on in life together, happily and joyously. I thank you for always hearing my prayers, please hear all the prayers for this beautiful couple and their family. I believe in you dear Lord. I honor you. Amen. Dawn
My heart goes out to both of you and you will certainly be in my prayers…
“Ask anything in My Name and it shall be done.” I don’t know you but I am praying for your husband and you. God is a great big God and it is His will for David to be whole. Stand strong in the Lord and this test will be a great testimony of how great our God is.
Hi Amy, I don’t know you, but I am praying for David’s speedy recovery and for comfort for you and your family. Through God all things are possible. Hang in there.
I just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you and your husband for wisdom and that he makes a speedy recovery. Both you and your husband’s amazing attitude and faith in God is truly an inspiration to me.
Amy, I am praying now and will continue to pray for you and David. God’s will be done and He will be glorified as your story will be a testimony of His goodness and faithfulness. May the Lord bless you and Keep you and may His face shine upon you and bring you peace.
My prayers are with you guys.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, David and family.
Prayers from Minneapolis.
David, you, and your family and friends are all in my prayers. I wish you strength and courage during this difficult time. God bless!
sending big hugs and lots of prayers your way.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your husband. God Bless!
Amy,
So many people are praying for you and your husband right now, so I’ll just add to that collective call to the Big Man Upstairs and ask that he look over the two of you as you take on this obstacle that’s entered your lives.
Thinking of you!
Amy, Please know that you & David are in our thoughts & prayers. Please let me know if there is anything here in MI that I can help with: feed the cat, water your plants, anything at all. Praying that God will sustain you emotionally. The Holtz Family
Praying for you and David, Amy — I just saw the news on Jasmine’s blog, and my thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Amy + David I have been praying for the two of you all morning and will continue to do so. I hope that you can feel the peace, love and support that is all around you and know that God is with you every step of the way!
I read about you/david on jasmine’s blog. I’m praying for you. Your husband is an inspiration for his outlook on this situation. I had a cancer scare a couple years ago. As the mom of 5 (but at that time 4) small children, I was terrified. Yet I felt complete peace about the situation, knowing that God had a plan. I wasn’t sure of the outcome of my situation but I was able to remain surprisingly calm. It sounds like David has already been given the gift of peace, and joy on top of that. I will pray for his diagnosis, treatment and recovery. I will pray for peace and guidance and comfort for you.
You have many admirers… people you’ve inspired/taught/led… people you may not know, like myself. We’ll return the favor, turning our admiration into earnest prayer. Joining with the masses. ~Amy M.
I came across this from Jasmine Star’s blog and didn’t even get through the whole post before I stopped to say a multitude of prayers for you and your husband.
Amy, praying for you and David.
Amy, my husband and I are truly sorry for what you are both going through. I wish there was something we could do to help. We will have a prayer chain in Delaware for you!!
I will absolutely keep David in my prayers. God Bless You and your family
I’ve been a silent blog reader for some time, but I wanted to reach out to you and let you know that you and David will be in my prayers.
I will be praying!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your hubby.
Praying for David and you, family and friends as well.
Dear Amy - I’m an admirer or your photography. Have you on my reader under FAVORITE PHOTOGRAPHERS. We have never met but my heart jumped and tears came to my eyes when I read your post. This is tough. I know that God will walk you through this. I’m so very sorry. It wasn’t even a year ago when my 8 year old son was diagnosed with cancer. What a way to change your perspective, priorities, schedule, and life FAST. David is lucky to have you by his side. Sending warmest thoughts and prayers your way, jennifer
Its so wonderful to know Jesus, especially at a time such as you are experiencing now. I will be praying for healing for David and for strength and peace for the both of you. God Bless, Michelle
I will be praying for you, David and your families.
Stay strong and put your faith in God’s hands.
always looking never saying..but need to let you know you and David will be in my prayers.. Believe it….!!! just Claim it!
Amy…I am lifting you and your family up in prayer. Keep strong in your faith!
Ya’ll are in my prayers…my tears and thoughts go out to you both. God will be glorified in this–just you wait and see!
When I read your blog my hand went to my mouth as I gasped. Sorry I haven’t commented before, but I wanted to let you and David know people are definitely out there thinking of you and PRAYING super hard!!!
praying…
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Dave.
God is so GOOD!! Even when we don’t understand…his master plan is brilliant. I heard about David’s situation on Jasmine’s blog and my husband and I will pray for the both of you. I can’t even imagine what you are going through right now. I just know that the God of all comfort is the only one who can bring you both peace in this time. Although it’s hard to see now, but God is working this out for the good and HIS glory!! We will be praying for David’s healing!! I love this verse….Jeremiah 29:11.
Praying for you both here in Seattle, WA!
amy, i don’t know you or david. jasmine has been my best friend since we were 13 and i read about your situation on her blog. it may or may not mean much, but i am praying. for nothing short of a miracle.
Read about it on j*’s blog… will be praying for you and your husband.
Tonni in Ontario
My thoughts and prayers are with you and David.
Hi Amy. I just read about David on Jasmine’s blog - my thoughts & prayers are with you guys. I first-hand know what you are going through, as we are fighting two types of cancer with my husband for the past 15 months. GOD will get you through this. If you need to talk, vent, whatever . . . feel free to call or email me 985-662-6126.
God Bless you both.
may you and your husband find the courage and strength to fight this battle.
I will keep you and David in my prayers!
Thinking of you both during this tough time- sending thoughts for the best possible news in this situation.
praying for you, david and your family. believe in the power of prayer and the power of christ. surrounding you in love and light.
You can count me in for prayer!
You have our prayers. God is with you! May God give you strength.
Though you don’t know us, you are a common name in our household. Please know that as often as your name is spoken, a prayer will be said to our Heavenly Father… one for healing, strength, wisdom, and continued peace. Our God works miracles.
Amy, I really don’t know what to say except that your faith and courage are a huge inspiration to me. You and David are in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there!
amy, we are so sorry to hear of this. our thoughts and prayers are with you and david.
Amy,
You don’t know me, but I am a friend of Wendie DeLano’s. My husband had a similar situation just one year ago. He has a stage II astrocytoma in his brain. I remember how I felt last year and I know what it takes to get through it.
As a mother of two (I was 37 weeks pregnant when we discovered the tumor), it was tough to keep myself together, but it sounds like you have made a great start. My prayers are with you and your family.
If there is anything you would like to talk about I would be happy to share my experience with you or just listen. There are lots of support groups out there if you need them too.
Best wishes!
Aimee Baskovic
aimee@vincena.com
616-884-0412
Amy, I am a friend of Wendie DeLano, and I want you to know that I will be adding David’s name to our prayer list. I attend the First United Methodist Church, in Garden City. May God give you strength and comfort, during this time. Sincerely, Joyce Johnson
I cannot imagine how you must feel right now. Just know that you and David are both in my prayers.
Amy, I heard through Jasmine’s blog you needed prayer. Just wanted you to know I’ll be praying for you and your husband.
Amy- You and David are in my thoughts and prayers. You have a huge group of people like me (outside of family and friends) who don’t even know you but are here to emotionally support you and your family. My husband and I can’t imagine what you must be going through but you are a huge inspiration to us to even be able to share this with others. We will be sending good thoughts your way.
My wife and I are praying for y’all!! God has a plan. I will pray for a full recovery as well as for peace to be with your family. Breathe strength.
Praying for you and David. God bless you both.
Sending lots of prayers your way!
I am praying too.
I will pray for you both continually, Amy. Remember that God ALWAYS turns things into good for those who believe! God bless you for your faith!
My family is praying for You! Be strong!
God is doing a great work through you guys. I have been and will continue to pray for you both.
I’m sorry about your struggles. You are in my prayers. My the Lord Jesus Christ hold you tightly and carry you through this.
amy, you and david are in our prayers. you have wonderful support all around you that will get you through this road bump.
Amy,
This is my first time posting a comment on your blog. I love your work and so sadden to read your post. I too beleive very much in God and will do lots of praying for you. God be with you and David at this difficult time and may he give you the strenght to be strong by David’s side.
Blessings,
Monica
Amy! I was brought to tears while readying a post on Jasmine’s blog today. I have no words to extend to comfort more than … I am praying for you two! Our God works in MIGHTY and MIRACULOUS and we are expecting this to be no different! May the Peace of God rule and reign in your life at this very moment!
Many prayers for you and David, your families, his doctors, and all who love you. Wishing you much sunshine ahead.
David & Amy,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that our Amazing God can provide healing. I pray for peace and strength for your family as you go through this trial together.
With love,
Kaitlynn
I AM PRAYING!!!
My prayers go out to you both. May God’s healing hand be with you David on your journey to beating this!
Amy, We are praying for you. I pray that in the long run this little seizure instance was a way for the skilled doctors to find and cure whatever mass there may be in David’s brain. I’m praying for a miracle. An immediate recovery and for a renewed sense of love & appreciation for each other.
I don’t know you or David but God is bigger than all of that and we are united in Him. You’re strength and faith are speaking to any and everyone who comes across your blog and your life. They are seeing Jesus proven in your response to tragedy.
Peace be with you and David. love.
Molly
Amy I love your blog and I am so sorry to be reading this. You and David are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hi Amy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your
family at this time. I have a close friend who went through
the exact same thing, and she is doing wonderfully and
has fully recovered. I wish David a speed recovery.
Most Sincerely,
Melinda
You don’t know me, but I want you to know I’m praying for you guys. Trust in the Lord, He is faithful, He is good. Praying for a speedy recovery!
We are standing beside you in faith and prayer. I follow your blog as an admirer of your work. My heart broke to read about what you are going through with your husband. Please keep us posted. We are praying diligently.
I am so, so sorry to hear this news. I remember your sweet Valentine’s Day post, and how it gave me hope that true love IS out there. You will both be in my prayers.
Also standing in faith with you. We have seen miracles in our daughter’s life. May God overwhelm you with his love.
My thoughts and prayers are with David and you.
i lift you & david in prayer. God Bless. I will be praying every day.
I don’t know either of you, but your story brought me to tears. I am praying for BOTH of you.
Dear Amy, I’ll be keeping David, you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy,
I do not know you, but I wanted to let you know I am praying for you! The body of Christ in prayer for one another is a powerful thing. Please be encouraged by all those around you who love you and the people praying for you. I pray that God put his healing hands upon your husband and I pray you and your family are given strength and wisdom through all of this. We serve a mighty God and that alone is enough.
My sister and I are followers of your website and also Jasmine Star. Even though I don’t know you or David personally, I feel I’ve had a glimpse into your lives though reading your blogs. Please know that David and you and your family are in my prayers. God is a powerful God, and he can perform miraculous healing. Lean on him for comfort when you can’t stand. And above all his will be done.
“God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; He does great things beyond our understanding.” Job 37:5
hi there…i too, like many that have posted here, have been following your blog the past little while. you will be in my prayers. God has a plan and purpose for everything… may He sustain you and your husband during this time.
Hi Amy. Just wanted to say that I will pray for both of you. Stay strong.!!
Thinking of you and your husband during this time. And praying the Gods Grace be with you both.
Hi Amy, Just letting you know you and David are in my thoughts and prayers for a safe surgery and healthy recovery. Love, Sara Mac
Amy and David, my thoughts and prayers have been with you since I heard the news.
Amy and David…I do not know you, but read your story through Jasmine’s blog. I am on my knees in prayer for you both right now. Hold tight to His promises and each other right now. Where two or more are gathered….there are hundreds gathering around you now. Kary Heimbach
Dear Amy,
I am a friend of Jasmine Star and the Juarez family. I am TOTALLY praying for you and your husband. My husband and I were in a similar situation almost 5 years ago. I, like you, was not by his side when he was in the ER, yet thank the Lord there was time to get to him. They found bleeding in his brain and was rushed to a different hospital and stayed in the ICU for a few days. Thank the Lord, to this day, all is well and the Lord totally healed my husband. I know the feeling of shock that you felt…seeing your husband and feeling helpless. It is all TOTALLY out of our hands, isn’t it?
I want to encourage you that our God, our Savior, is going to pull you and Dave thru this…day by day, hour by hour, minute by minute. Remember, He will NEVER leave you or forsake you…that’s His promise and He keeps them. While in the ICU alone with my husband Psalms 18 & 20 were a comfort to me, especially Psalms 20:7 - “For some trust in chariots, and some in horses; but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.”
Praying for you and Dave. May He surround you with His peace.
Thinking of you both!
Dear Amy and David, I have been praying for you here in Princeville, Il and passed on the prayer request - May the Lord bless you and keep you. Praise Him for you strength and dependance on Him in this crazy, scary, difficult time. I pray that He provides you (continually) with the peace that surpasses all understandning through this and that you can feel the prayers of the many that are petitioning on your behalf.
Love in Christ,
Rosie in Il
I’m sending you both my thoughts and well-wishes. Hope all is well really soon. Amy (Love from Australia)
Amy and David,
You are in our prayers. We wish you strength and peace and most importantly, the purest love imaginable.
Read about this on Jasmine Star’s blog. Will be praying for you both, keep the faith! God is faithful.
I will keep you guys in my prayers….I saw your photos on Jasmine’s site, and thought, “wow, what an awesome couple”.
Lots of prayers going out for you guys …
We are praying for you and wanted to send some encouragement your way! In Him, Deb.
In our thoughts and prayers, and wishing you safe travels on your way to Minnesota!
hey amy and david. you don’t know me but i’m an avid reader of jasmine star’s blog. i just wanted to give you guys condolences. i’m praying for you david!!!
well, that just stopped me in my tracks. All my good thoughts and positive energy coming to you and your husband, and thank God for fake kung-fu… =)
I read about you and your husband on Leslie Roark’s facebook page. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and I wish a complete recovery for your husband.
But he was wounded for our transgressions he was bruised
for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon him;
and with his stripes we are healed.
Isaiah 53:5
I read about you on Jasmine*’s blog and am joining the multitude God has called to pray for your David!
I pray for strength for you and your family as well during this time, David has faith that can move mountains!
God Bless you,
Steph
oh I am so sorry to hear about this, my heart and prayers go out to your husband,David and to your family during this time. I pray for strength and understanding and to continue to believe in our almighty savior.
I just read your story on Jasmine Star’s blog and came right to yours. I will keep you in our prayers, knowing that God’s hand is in this! God bless.
I am here through Jasmine’s blog. I am praying. Indeed He is raising up an army to pray for David and for you.
Hey Amy, just wanting to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, as are many of the members at Beyond…special hugs to you both at what can only be a very difficult time in your lives.
Amy,
God is POWERFUL! Please keep your spirits high…I can’t even imagine what your going through. I will be praying for the both of you.
Kevyn
Dear Jesus,
While our feeble minds cannot even comprehend the influence this finding will have on the rest of our lives, we continue to trust You. We know that you can provide healing and we petition you to do this for David. I ask, God, that your mighty hand would not only direct the doctors to the correct diagnosis, but also pave the way for removal and cure of this horrible disease. In the meantime, as our hearts and bodies are weary, we pray that you would allow us to use your shoulders to lean upon. You are our steady rock - we know you will not falter. You were there in the beginning and you will be there throughout this as well. Please give Amy and David the strength and courage they need to face every day. Allow them to rest at Your feet and trust in Your wisdom. Give them Your peace that passes all understanding - allow this to be an opportunity to see what an awesome God You are. We continue to praise You…we praise You…in Your might name, Oh Lord…
Amy and David,
May you feel the presence of the All Mighty and feel his abundance peace through this trial. I am here praying and lifting you both up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
“All of my life, in every season, you are still God.. I have a reason to sing… I have a reason to worship.”
Ashleigh
Thinking of you and your family as I just learned of your story through Jasmine’s blog. You are in my prayers.
How incredibly scary! Sending many good thoughts, and prayers your way…
Amy, I’m a regular reader, but haven’t been on in a few days…but was over at Beyond and saw the thoughts and prayers. I just wanted to let you and David know that you’re both in mine as well!
Oh Amy,
You don’t know me, but we’re sisters in our precious Savior. Let Him hold you close now. He will be your strength and your peace. You have a multitude of prayer warriors storming the gates of heaven today and tomorrow and the day after…you are not alone. I love you with the love of our sweet Jesus and am honored to pray.
Emily, Raleigh, NC
I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep you both in my prayers. I can’t imagine what you are going through and I thank you for reminding me to cherish what I have.
wow, what amazing support, you are obviously surrounded in a blanket of prayer. I’ll be hitting my knees for you guys.
Amy, you guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
you will be in my prayers, May God be with you in your time of need
Amy - I will be praying for you and your husband… for healing, strength, wisdom and that God will surround you with love and encouragement. I am also married to a David who has been the biggest blessing every day for the last 21 years that I’ve know him. Even attempting to imaging what you are going though has me in tears.
Amy,
I will be praying for you both! That the Lord gives you strength and that he brings healing for your husband!
Kal
I found your blog from Jane Johnson who took the pictures of my sisters wedding. We will be praying for you but also wanted to let you know that we live in Rochester, MN as my husband is a resident here, so if you need anything at all, please let us know - kp8vball@hotmail.com. We have a house so if anyone needs a place to stay or rest, please don’t be afraid to ask!
amy, i’m praying for you and david. i’m so sorry to hear about what’s happened… i just know he has to get better. he has to and he will.
David and Amy - I stand with you in prayer and believe in God’s amazing grace and his incredible healing power.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Amy,
You and David will be in mine and my family’s prayers. We have seen God work many miricles first-hand and we are believing that this will be just one more story of the same when it is all said and done.
Believing with you,
Crystal Molina
Hi amy, I am a photographer from the beyond forum and wanted to let you know that we’re all lifting David up in prayer. I am going to email out your above post to my church’s prayer chain as well. Where two or more are gathered.. Praying for God’s grace & peace, and the ultimate physician to touch heal David, and that this tumour be gone in Jesus most Holy name. And peace for you during all of this. Thinking and praying for you both.
Hi Amy. I have kept up with your blog for quite a while now. I am so sorry to hear about David….We are praying for you, David and your family right now (:
Amy,
I just read what is going on and I want you to know that you have one more person praying! I am praying for the peace that passes understanding and also for you to feel the depth of Christ’s love in this situation. Hugs from So Cal…
Cherie
praying and sending you both strength and love. i am photographer and admirer from beyond forum. your husbands blog is an inspiration to everyone. amazing strength of character you both have.
Praying for you and David daily. Hang in there. Such an amazing response and the comments on here alone are an indication of how much you are both being lifted up in prayer and thought.
praise God for blogs! you already have over 300 comments, with many more prayers being sent up in this time of need. i will def. be keeping david and you in my prayers, i can’t imagine how difficult this is, but i am thankful for your already strong faith in the Lord! please keep us updated, as we are thinking and praying for you guys and the helthcare team
Thoughts & Prayers with you! -Mark San Jose, CA
Amy- I am praying for your family. May the lord wrap his arms around your dear husband and pull him through this. I heard the news on the beyond just images forum and wanted to know we are praying with you every second. God Bless and big hugs, Jenny
Amy,
I heard about your situation from Jasmine Star’s blog. Know that you have one more person praying for your family and this situation. I know that God is able to do more than we can even imagine or hope for. And that prayer does amazing things. I am standing with you in prayer for David’s complete healing. I am standing with you in prayer for you to find more strength than you ever knew you could muster. All things work together for good to them that love the Lord and are called according to his purpose. My love and prayers are with you during this trying time.
Rakeda
Amy! I am praying for you and David right now. Please keep us all posted!
Thinking and praying for you and your husband during this time Michelle (Beyond)
I only know you thru your blog (via other photographers blogs). I am a believer…and I will pray! Quick testimony: Last year a friend of mine had brain tumor - we prayed and prayed. She went for surgery but asked for an one last scan prior to opening her up. Tumor still there. She was a little discouraged b/c she really believed it would be gone. Dr.’s opened her brain and when they did - they saw the tumor dry up - so much so that they were able to EASILY get it all out, no issues. And…it was a HUGE miracle for them to see this right before their eyes. She just gave birth to their baby girl, and she’s cancer free. Prayer works. And how awesome that you have a network in place to call on friends and believers to do just that…pray.
You and your family are in my prayers and know God is in control!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and David.
I’ve never been to either of your sites before…nor know who you are. But I got word of your situation from Jasmine’s website and wanted to let you know, as your sister in Christ….I will be praying for you and David. If it is in His will, I pray that God will heal your husband and that you will be able to use this as a testimony of faith…to bring other’s to Him. God Bless you two.
I am praying for you and David both! God has a plan and He is in control! Please know there are hundreds of us who are thinking about you and praying for a miracle! Hugs and kisses for two amazing God fearing individuals.
big prayers for you both from downunder. You most definitely have my prayers, I know that the power of prayers can do some strong and powerful stuff. Godbless
hi amy… you probably don’t recognize me since i’ve gotten married, but my maiden name was megan brewster… kristen and jon are some of my best friends and i went to school with david. anyway… i’ve been reading yalls blogs and wanted to let you know that i’m praying for you. i’ve been amazed and blessed just by reading about yall’s trust and faith in jesus. hope you feel bathed in prayer and love…
megan
Praying for you all Amy - David’s response to this is a defining moment for many many of us. I pray that you too can share his response and cling to HIS faithfulness.
Hi Amy,
I am a photographer from Minnesota and I know that the Mayo clinic will give your incredible husband the best care out there. You and David will be in mine and my families prayers. I pray that God gives you the strength, courage and hope you need during this most difficult circumstance. And that he would continually bless, encourage and strengthen your marriage everyday. The faith/trust you and your husband have in the Lord is already touching, changing and transforming lives. I pray that people across the globe will be impacted, encouraged and changed by the healing power of our Almighty God. May God be near to you both! Rest in the hands of God because it is the safest place to be.
In His Embrace,
Chantel
Amy, our family is praying for you and David.( my husband is Vaughan’s 1st cousin. We now live in Montana) I have David now on facebook. Our prayers and thoughts are with you both. Safe travels to MN. Margaret
Amy and David you are 2 of the most beautiful people I’ve ever met. So genuine, kind and warm. You both are in my prayers and know that God is with you…holding your hand through this. I feel blessed to have met you both and will be praying and thinking of you for days to come.
Carlee Richardson
Oh Amy! You both are in my prayers.
Amy - sending you lots of positive vibes & strength as you walk this path together.
Much love from Austraia
Carrie (via Beyond Forum)
You and your family are in my prayers. Your faith in Christ is inspiring.
I pray for you both and your families.
Amy, I know too well the feelings of shock, disbelief, and powerlessness you are experiencing right now. Thank the Lord that there is power in prayer! I will gladly join the multitude the Lord has blessed you with to petition on your behalf. May David be completely healed and be a light for the Kingdom in the process. Love from a sister in Christ!
Dear Amy and David,
Just read about what you and David are going through on Jasmine’s blog.
Sending a huge heaping of positive thoughts, prayers, and strength your way.
Thinking of you both…here is a recent article from Forbes that has been extremely inspirational to us:
http://www.forbes.com/2009/02/11/cancer-cure-experimental-lifestyle-health_0212cancer.html
Amy, I am a relative of Josh and Sarah Shipp… She asked us to be praying for Daivd and that’s how I heard about David’s condition. I live in Southern Oregon where my husband is the adult ministries pastor at church… we will ask our entire church to be praying for David! Thank you for having the faith and strength to continue to give God the glory and power throughout this! Danette
amy and david… i know what i say can not take away the pain and worries that you must be feeling at this moment but do know that some mere stranger out there is praying for and has you both in her thoughts and prayers. may your family find peace and comfort in each other and in God!! God bless you.
You and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers…..
Oh goodness. I can’t even begin to imagine what you are both going through right now. You will both be in my thoughts & prayers, along with your family & friends.
Amy,
Heard about what you and David were going through from J*’s blog. I am so sorry to hear that you’re going through such a challenging time. I will keep you both in my thoughts.
we are praying here too…
hoping… believing… asking for a miracle.
we serve a good God…
praying for rest and peace for you too…
xo
***Sending you prayers of strength and good health***
Dear Amy and David
You have mine and my family’s thoughts and prayers.
Amy,
We are praying for both you and David. May God bless you both during this tough time! Trust in God he will not lead you astray!!!!
Much Love!
You have our prayers!
I often read but not post, but I felt the need to post today to let you know that I will keep you and David in prayer. God will see you though.
How’s david doing?..
Amy,
I met you online during the ‘trial period’ of napcp. I grew up in Midland, and you were so sweet to connect with me. My husband and I will be praying for you during this time. We will be anxious to see how God works. Your heart and prayers are so encouraging to me.
Amy my name is Claire Drumm and I follow Jasmine’s blog and heard what was happening to you and your husband. I to am a follower of Jesus Christ and I am praying for you right now. I live in Conroe Texas and will tell all my friends to be praying as well. Oh how powerful prayer is. God is a faithful amazing God so just hold on tight to him during this time. Seek Him like never before because He is there with you through this all. As I was studying in my quiet time this morning it was wonderful to be reminded that God sent Jesus to die for us and His resurrection from the dead shows His power over death. Oh the power that God has. PRAISE GOD!!!!!
my family is praying for you. in Him all things are possible!
We will keep David in our paryers. I know God can heal him He healed my mother from cancer.
Please know that another couple of prayer warriors have been added to your list. I was very inspired reading through David’s blog,and encouraged to see him standing firm in his faith, anticipating the glory of God to be revealed. What a testimony he will have.
praying for you both.
so sorry amy and david. prayed for you guys.
Oh Amy! I just read David’s blog and I’m so sorry that you guys are going through this, and that you had to drop your workshop. That must have been so stressful for you! I’m sure every person who was there understands and would have done the same thing themselves! I can’t even imagine how you must feel so I won’t try to but know that you are in Nate and my prayers!
Amy I am so sorry I will keep David and all your family in my prayers. Be strong. HUGS Martha Bravo (Beyond just Images)
Praying for strength for you both!
Amy my prayers are with your family! “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28
Amy & David,
Prayers for your surgery & healing. Praise God for finding this and his continual hand in your lives.
Amy~ So hard to believe this is happening to you and David. Please know that so many people are pulling for you, praying for you and supporting you along the way. I am amazed and inspired by both yours and David’s faith and strength and God will see you through. You are such an sweet, kind, loving, truly good and passionate person and anyone who listens can hear how committed you are to your Love, David and your commitment to him. Stay strong and positive and we will be praying for the very best. Love to you and a big hug from the Stites’ girls (especially for you when you need it most), Kristy (Carl, Sydney, Alexa & Paige)
Amy,
I just wanted to say that I completely understand what you are going through. My sister had the exact same thing happen January of 2008. Perfectly healthy and then out of no where a seizure, then tests, then surgery, then cancer. She was diagnosed with a stage 4 tumor 6cms big. She went through surgery with flying colors. We had some very sad days together but with the support of our friends and family… she made it through a whole year of chemo.. even managed to get married with a huge wedding in the middle of all of it.. I believe in the power of prayer and also the healing power of laughter. My thoughts are with you and your loved ones.
My sister is tumor free, done with chemo, and working on starting a family right now…
Keep your head up high..
Anna
Unbelievable! My prayers are with you and David. I hope you find the answers you are looking for soon! Waiting is the worst!
Hi Amy I’m a big fan of your work and even though you probably have no idea who I am I’d just like to say I’m standing in faith with you, David and all the other people. The Bible says: Where 2 or more are gathered there the Lord is. And even though we all gather over the net from all around the world I believe he’s hand is over this and I pray that David will be healed and fully restored and that this story will glorify the King of Kings! Our prayers are with you! Love from South Africa
Hi Amy, just wanted to let you know that my church in NY and I are praying for you and David and I belive that God is coming to your rescue and He’s going to bring healing to David’s life.
My heart aches as I read your blog but I’m confident that the God of miracles is in control of this whole situation.
May your faith be renewed and strenhgthened by His power.
Hi Amy, my prayers are with you!!
Amy and David
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you travel this difficult road. Your love for each other
and our God will get you through this challenging time. Hugs and best wishes for a safe surgery
and speedy recovery.
Bless you,
Melanie
Amy and David, I’m one of your workshop girls. Can’t tell you how much I’ve been thinking about you and praying for both of you.
I can’t imagine what you must be feeling through this trial. You will both be in our thoughts and our prayers.
Our prayers go out for David, and especially for you in these tough times. We hope all the best and a speedy recovery.
Best,
C+D.
Oh Amy - I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. I just went to David’s site and read his whole post about how this was discovered. I’m just so thankful that it was found now instead of 5-7 years from now. Praise God for that! I will be praying for both of you as he begins his treatment and begins to heal.
I read about you and your husband on Jasmine’s blog and just wanted to stop by and tell you that you are in my prayers. I pray that God will be there with you every step of the way and give you the comfort and love you need. I pray for nothing but the best outcome.
Praying & believing God to be faithful to you both through the storm, for He is sovereign & His love endures forever.
Although you don’t know me, I frequent your blog regularly as well as Jasmine’s and her post about her conversation with you had me in tears! I sent the blog post to my husband and he then read David’s - we were both so impressed by his upbeat attitude and optimism - he has reacted with such great character, confidence and trust in the Lord - it is a wonderful testament of faith! I just wanted to let you know that our prayers are you with both you and David as well as your family.
I don’t know you, but you’re in my most sincere prayers. Hold on tight to Philippians 4:13. God Bless - PB
I know personally that God works in ways that we can not even begin to imagine and understand that his timing is impeccable. Being a cancer survivor and oncology nurse I know the thoughts that are rushing through David’s head - but don’t let it consume him. Keep your eyes focused on God and know that whatever statistics the doctors are reading off to you don’t matter to God - his will is so much stronger than all those years of research and stats. I will be sure to left both you and David up in my prayers and pray that His strength becomes yours.
Amy, god bless your family,my thoughts a prayers go out to both of you.
You are in our thoughts & prayers!
Many prayers for your husband as well as you in this time, Amy. God is good and by His stripes, we are healed.
I have been following your blog for quite some time, however, I have never commented. Your photography is extraordinary, and I am in awe of your creative abilities! Your last couple of posts have touched my heart. Please know that David (and you) will be in my prayers as you walk this current path. From all that I have read, God has been your daily refuge. May God make it known that He is always near, and may He heal David by His mighty power. Throughout this challenge, it is my prayer that God will hold both of you up, and bless you in incredibly special ways. May He send continual grace from above. I am a faithful reader in Middle Georgia…..
Hey! I’ve never met you, and I can’t say I’ve been in a situation like yours, but I understand. And girl, all I can say..is that it is SO awesome that you are keeping your faith in the Lord, even through something like this. Alwaayyyss keep your faith in Him and what He did at the cross! =) He cares, and He is the healer!! =) I’ll definitely be praying for you both! =)
Oh Amy, there are no words. My thoughts and prayers are with you and David. Many many ((hugs))
I am sending positive thoughts and energy of strength and healing to you and David.
Of course, count me among those praying. There are no other words, but I really believe in the power of prayer, Amy…
Praying for both of you during this difficult time.
Amy, I was choked with emotion when Tannis forwarded your blog site to me. I am praying and will continue to pray for you and David in this time. Even after all of these years, you continue to float into my thoughts and memories. I know God’s grace is sufficient and that in His hands, you will continue to be strong. My love to you… Saren
Praying for you both….
Praying God will hold you and David in His arms and give you a peace that passes all understanding! I am lifting yall up in prayer.
I hope David is doing better. I had three brain surgeries due to a brain tumor before the age of 19. Now I am a homeschool mom. When I posted this link and commented on it, FB put the comment above the link which led to many people thinking that I was ill again. I had to explain what happened which caused great relief to many. They have stated that they will pray for your family. In the USA we have many friends and family members living from coast to coast and boarder to boarder. We also have friends and family members out of the USA right now.
I know that you live in Michigan. My last surgery was in Ohio at the Cleveland Clinic. I am leaving you the link to my doctor. He is trying to create a vaccine for brain tumors. http://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff_directory/2/staff_1129.aspx
God be with you and the physicians. Remember that He is the Great Physician. Use this opportunity to reach the medical personel with the gospel! God allowed this for a reason. Who knows who will come to him as a result of this.
Your sister in Christ,
Jennifer Fjare
Hello. I am a new reader of yours but have been inspired by your work. I just wanted to tell you that I am a prayer and that I have just prayed for your family. I can’t even imagine how difficult this must be. You have a lot of people lifting David up in prayer right now. Your faith is amazing.
Amy,
Leslie from Gulf Shores took photos our my daughter’s wedding,Annie Gray Johnson,last weekend. I was reading on her site and saw her request for prayers for David. Wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to David, you and all family.
I will send a prayer request to my prayer friends, too.
Tissie
For what it is worth, my thoughts are with You, David and your families. Your faith in the Lord will bring forth the strength and courage needed to make it through these difficult times. While such pain may seem to have no meaning or reasoning do not let your faith waver - You need it more now than ever.
God Bless!
Amy,
I don’t know if you know me at all…my daughter Morgan and Heather have been friends for years, literally growing up together at CCC. We came to Philadelphia for Heather and Mike’s wedding and Heather was in Morgan’s wedding this past January. Anyway, I keep in touch with Heather through facebook. I read your blog a few days ago and I just sat there in awe about how you wrote about your faith during this difficult time of finding out about David’s brain tumor. It was amazing. I posted on facebook that I had just read your blog and all I could say was “WOW”. Please know that we are praying for David and for you and your entire family. God is the great Physician and there is no stopping the miracles he can do–who would want to? I will continue to follow the updates and it is helpful to know what to pray for specifically. Keep the faith and run the race that God has set before you.
You are in my prayers.
Hi Amy,
We’ve never met, but I know Mike Coletto from Cedarville. I saw through his facebook page David’s blog and then found your website through a facebook group. What a crazy time this must be for you guys…
I sent Mike a message, but figured sending you a message would be a direct line
I see that he is being treated at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN; I’m from there, my family lives there.
if there’s any we can be a help or if there is ANY kind of need for him or you or your family, please consider letting me know. I know the clinic does a great job with providing info & care, but sometimes you might need to get outside the clinic for a breath of fresh air
Also, I work with a non-profit in Rochester that does “GreatDeeds” for those who might need a helping hand, food, gas, hotel stays, whatever the case may be. If you can think of anything you need, I know the organization would love to help out in some way.
take care!
allison
oh my goodness. . .just read this. wondered what was going on from the previous post.
again……prayers coming your way from tn.
Amy -
My heart goes out to you and David. Your generous nature helped inspire so many of us on Beyond. I pray for strength for you and David to meet this challenge.
Dear Amy, from Amy
Hi there Amy which means “beloved” by the way. I do not know you and just found your website browsing google and I wanted to say I am praying for you and your husband David. I just happened to go to his website to read his update and I am in tears, because I have been sick for 12 awful hellish years of a strange illness with a huge growth in my uterus, amongst a major seizure I had in 1996 and I blacked out & that stopped my body in its tracks and I just started realizing months ago that God destined for this to happen with his own divine purpose in mind, so I am finally just letting go & not trying to cure it anymore and the strange thing is, every doctor has pretty much turned me away, every pathologist and one the other day said I think you are being blocked from healing for some reason, atleast from doctors and I was in shock! So then I thought, God is using this for his will and even though it has turned me upside down, I have gotten into amazing creative areas of my life that I would have never embarked upon were it not this horrific experience, because it has changed me in the deepest ways and I am still alive and here so there must be something God is preparing me for & your husband too!
I loved what he wrote, I just suddenly broke down and cried and it made me realize we have just this moment to cherish and use it to the best of our ability and David could have never taken the time to write that and post it publicly, but he did and it touched me so and I am grateful and I know that he has a much larger purpose in life to touch people in a very special way like he did right now!
Isaiah 40:31 - But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint. (KJV)
4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. He can rise superior to every condition through the strength that Christ gives.
Dear Amy, from Amy
Hi again to you and David! Ok this gives me chills! I just read on David’s website that Psalm 20 is a verse that keeps sticking with him, well that verse came to me about 5 months ago when I was literally done with life and all of this horrific diseased mess and I had no food to eat at that moment and could not go on and I got on my hands and knees and prayed to Jesus and I opened the bible to that very psalm and he answered me and he has been answering me ever since & I have had huge miracles happen in my life as of late!
Please have David read about Tim Greenwood Ministry, in short this man is a walking miracle & testimony of christ! I could barely walk months ago and I found Tim’s ministry online and his testimony is HUGE! He had heart failure suddenly and the hospital gave him several weeks to live and he just took that as a test of his faith and the rest is history! He is STILL ALIVE and his testimony lives strong! His book is FREE by the way, go the website and order it, it is an easy read about how he used scripture and what scripture he used to heal his heart disease through Christ only! Another testimony is Dodi Osteen’s healing scriptures she used to heal her cancer! See link below and embrace that you can pass on your testimony to others once you are done with this, which you will be soon!
Many Blessings!
Amy Delaine
http://www.tgm.org/
http://jehovahroi.wordpress.com/2008/04/11/dodie-osteens-healing-scriptures/
For you Amy~
Living Breakthrough Minded
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
“For You, O Lord, are my Lamp; the Lord lightens my darkness”
(II Samuel 22:29, AMP)
TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria Osteen, Love them!
I’ve learned when things are difficult and don’t look like they are going our way, that’s when it’s the easiest to lose our joy, vision, and enthusiasm; to believe that things will never get any better. But during those challenging seasons in life, we have to learn to do just the opposite. Right in the midst of the adversity, that’s the time–more than ever–to expect a flood of His favor; a flood of healing, a flood of vindication, a flood of protection. Our attitude should be, “It may be dark, but I know the God of the breakthrough is about to turn things around!” “My child may be off course, but I know the God of the breakthrough is about to bring him back.” “Business may be slow, but I’m expecting the God of the breakthrough to release a flood of His favor, a flood of new clients, a flood of new sales, a flood of promotion.”
Remember, you are in prime position to see the light come bursting in. You’re in prime position for God to give you something to talk about. Keep living breakthrough–minded because He has victory in store for you today!
A PRAYER FOR TODAY
Heavenly Father, thank You for the victory that You have in store for me. I put my trust in You and choose to live breakthrough–minded. Help me to guard my words and guard my heart so I can stay positioned for everything You have in store for me. Amen.
prayers going up for you and your husband!
Amy, I am believing with you that this will be nothing serious, and that the doctors will have wisdom and clarity. I have seen amazing things in the past couple months…I wish I had the room here to share with you to give you the hope and faith I was given in witnessing an amazing healing of my friend. Only the Lord can do it! Praying for you…its been awhile since I have checked on your blog…glad I did. I felt a rush of the HS the second I read this. Praying for you and your hbby…Angela
( the fake belly preggo girl!HAHA)
Dear Amy & David, I have written a couple times and have been following you and your progress…and David your latest blog made me cry and have joy to live in the moment. Hooray for realizing old news, that we can only (according) to his word live in this moment for this day, and that is all we have and he will sustain us! We may make plans but it is up to him as to what & when as the end result!
I know Christ is using this experience of yours to help so many people including YOU! Thank you for writing and keeping us up to date, because even if we do not know one another personally, we are all God’s children and he meant for me to find you at this time to show me to move forward in my own life with courage and strength and to give all my trust in him! I have been so afraid of so many things in the past, and I decided why? Make your dreams happen no matter what because NOW is all we have! You have one another and that is EVERYTHING! You have God, love and hope! “Faith makes us sure of what we hope for and gives us proof of what we cannot see” Hebrews 11:1. Many Blessings to you and peace of mind and spirit through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ because I know “We can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth us!~ From, Amy In California
Dear Amy,
I read your story on Jasmine’s Blog. I just wanted to let you know you and David are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay Strong Girl!
Live Blessed,
Jess*
praying, praying, praying
Oh Amy, I am just now getting around to visiting your blog for the first time in a while. I am just devistated about what I am reading. As a cancer survivor, I truly know how awesome my Lord Jesus Christ is. Just continue to keep your faith in Him. I know He will see you and David through this trial, and through it all you both will draw nearer to Him. I thank Him all the time for allowing me to have cancer because without it I may have never found Him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and David.
God Bless!
Vanessa
praying for you guys.
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