It's official.
The results are in.
My dad has lung cancer.
:-(
He is admitted into the hospital for a few days and is still going through a series of tests to determine how serious it is so the doctors can determine the best way to fight it. More than likely he will begin chemo and radiation as soon as possible. We'll know more after his biopsy.
Last night my mom and I went to see him in the hospital. Despite everything he is going through, he still was able to flash a smile for his photographer daughter and her camera. He has amazed me with his positive attitude and his continued faith in a time when I know he could easily be doing the opposite.
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who has been leaving comments and writing emails and calling and texting. Your prayers are keeping me strong in this scary time. I told my dad in the hospital last night that my blog world was praying for him and it meant a lot to him knowing your circle of your prayers were surrounding him.
My dad has lung cancer.
:-(
He is admitted into the hospital for a few days and is still going through a series of tests to determine how serious it is so the doctors can determine the best way to fight it. More than likely he will begin chemo and radiation as soon as possible. We'll know more after his biopsy.
Last night my mom and I went to see him in the hospital. Despite everything he is going through, he still was able to flash a smile for his photographer daughter and her camera. He has amazed me with his positive attitude and his continued faith in a time when I know he could easily be doing the opposite.
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who has been leaving comments and writing emails and calling and texting. Your prayers are keeping me strong in this scary time. I told my dad in the hospital last night that my blog world was praying for him and it meant a lot to him knowing your circle of your prayers were surrounding him.
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posted by Scarlett Lillian // Jacksonville Senior Photographer at 10:31 AM
38 Comments:
Stay strong, and cont. to be a fighter. God will take care of everything.
We are praying and happy that he is in good spirits.
I definitely shed a tear reading that your dad tested positive for lung cancer. I will keep him and your family in my prayers. You and your family have already proved to be strong cancer beaters, so here's to another one kickin' cancer in the butt!
Scarlet my prayers are with your father, you and your family. I cant imagine how difficult this must be for you. Just know that we are all here sending out love your way.
Scarlett..........I am so sorry. I will continue to pray for all of you. Please keep us updated.
Scarlett, I'm so sorry to hear this news. I am an only child, too, so I can relate to how close you are to your parents. My heart breaks for you! Your family is surrounded by so many prayers--I hope you all can draw strength and comfort from that. Now we will pray that God leads your dad's medical team to treat this disease with their expertise and to treat your dad with compassion. Hang in there!!
Prayers to you and your family as you go down this road. Thanks for sharing this personal journey, and sharing your faith, in such a public forum. May the power of prayer lift you and your family up. God Bless you guys.
I don't know you, but I feel like I do.I read your blog daily and it is not only a inspiration to me photography wise, but also a inspiration to me how you live your life for God... my prayers are with you and your family while your father battles and beats this disease. Your faith will get you through this, place all your worry in God's hands.
peace,
cheyenne
Scarlett, I am keeping your strong and faith-filled family in my thoughts and prayers. You've all proven you are fighters and God doesn't give you more than you can handle. You are amazing , everything will be alright.
So sorry to hear the bad news, but it's heartwarming to see the beautiful smiles on your faces and read about your father's positive spirit. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
I love you, girl. You know my prayers are with you and your family :)
I'm thinking of you and praying for your dad and family. I've shared the word with an associate who's also praying. I will also put you on the church prayer list.
Hang in their - God is on our side.
Love,
Rachie
thinking about you sweetie...
<3k.
God is in control, and he's bigger than any cancer. He's bigger than LIFE!!! For inspiration, pick up a copy of "The Positive Impact" book for your dad if he likes to read. He might like it.
I'm so sorry Scarlett :( You guys are still in my prayers!!! *hugs*
I will continue to pray for your family and for healing for your dad, Scarlett. Best wishes and strength to you.
Scarlett, please know that I am praying for you and your family in this difficult time.
I am in prayer for you, your dad, and your mom. May God give you peace, strength, and comfort - He is good all the time.
Love and hugs to you!
I'm sorry to hear about your dad. I'll be sure to keep him and your family in my prayers!
Just said a prayer. I'll continue to pray for you and your family.
Please let me know what I can do for you guys. I am here and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
xoxo
chris
praying for grace & peace my internet friend.
grace & peace.
kk
I found your blog through Amy Wenzel and have been following your blog for a little while. I feel like I have glimses into your life and have in a way gotten to know you one sidedly. The news about your father brought me to tears. I don't have the right words to say but please know that you and your family are thought of with tender heartstrings.
I will keep your father in my prayers and in my thoughts. xoxo.
I'm so sorry to hear about your tragic news, Scarlett. Hang in there.. Your family is in our thoughts.
-jensey & nate
I'm sorry to hear the news Scarlett. Your dad and family are in my prayers.
Scarlett, I'm so sorry to hear this. I've read your blog for a bit (and I know Lauren Wright who speaks highly of you!). My mother was diagnosed with melanoma a little over a year ago, but thankfully we got to it soon enough. It didn't spread very far and with a biopsy and second surgery, the cancer is gone. I couldn't imagine knowing that chemo and radiation are next. Your father, you, and your family are in my prayers.
i just prayed for you all!
Scarlett -
You continue to be a huge inspiration to me in photography and in life. I recently came back to God after being away for too long. You are such a role model for Christian women and how to live your life for the Lord.
I'll continue to pray for you and your family and know that God will help you through these time.
And I've decided that today is my last day smoking. It's not worth it.
I can't thank you all enough for each prayer sent my dad's way. I am so blessed beyond measure for each and everyone of you. I appreciate your kindness, thoughtfulness, and grace. As true friends, you (virtually) hold my hand through the hard times, and celebrate with me in the joyful times. I pray for blessings to be showered back to each and everyone of you!
Mandy- So true, we are all survivors already!!!
Franca- Thanks for reminding me that God is bigger than this!
Neil- I'm sooooooooo proud of you for quitting smoking!!! I agree, it's just not worth it!
To everyone else who shed a tear, thank you! That means more to me than you know!
Scarlett, my family and I will be sending prayers to you and your family during this time. Stay grounded in God and the power of prayer.
What a precious family you are! Praying for you!
Hi Scarlett,
I have been following your blog for a while now and I am so sorry to hear about your dad's diagnosis. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. Living with Cystic Fibrosis, I can truly attest to the power of prayer.
God bless,
Cara
I know you talk about God and how His gracious hand is leading you through life, well... Just for geewize sake, why don't you go to Lakeland, FL where are the healings are going on?!?!? I love your blog and it is such an encouragement for me to read how you deal with various situations. I am praying for you and your family in this time. God Bless and head to Lakeland - what do you have to loose but cancer!
Thank you thank you thank you!!
Meghan- Good idea, I'll share that with my parents for a possibility!
I am Sooo Sorry! I Will Pray for God to Give you a miracle! His Love is so amazing!
I want youto know that ever since I started Following your Blog I have fallen in LOVE with you and your family! You have been a huge inspiration in my life and you inspire me to get closer to God and pursue my Love for photography!
I have come to know you, and I love visiting your blog and reading about what God is doing in your life!
you have been a huge blessing my Life! and I know God will bring the Rainbow outta your Cloudy, gray Sky!
have Faith and your mountains will be removed!
Love
Ariana
Thanks Ariana for embracing everything on my blog! Thanks for your prayers and sweet words!
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