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Thank you for making Dusty’s 36th birthday extra special this year.

From decorating his desk at work and posting his little kid picture all over Herman Miller (including bathroom stalls), to making an awesome cake (thank you Joni Gibson), money for dinner, 50 cards, treats, balloons, beer “with roots”, barbie and smurf cakes, 70+ Facebook messages, etc. He was even gifted a special Eames birthday throne (thank you Brian Van Kley).
He had a perfect day. Thank you all!

This week we’re going to Mayo in Rochester, MN. Thank you to everyone for your advice and help on getting there. Thank you to the people who are staying at the house taking care of the kids while we’re gone.
I wish I could say I were excited and hopeful about the trip, but my guard is up so I’m scared, nervous, worried and anxious. I hate feeling this way. I want good news.
This is also Brooklyn’s first week of school. New school, new grade, all day. It’s a big deal and I’m not going to be here for it. You can probably imagine the guilt.
Please pray for:
- God to go before us and set the path for all we do - Mayo, work, first day of school, etc.
- Safe travel to and from Mayo
- Good treatment options offered to me from the doctors at Mayo.
- Good first week of school for Brooklyn.
- Safety for the Samantha, Max and Brooklyn as they spend time with family and friends.
6. September 2010 at 03:23
We will be praying for you and your family, Lindy!
6. September 2010 at 04:07
Praying for safe travel and encouraging news for you. Praying for Brooklyn to have a great time and make new friends at school. Praying for the kids to do well while you’re gone.
6. September 2010 at 09:06
“I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, ‘Fear not; I will help thee.” (Isaiah 41:13)
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We will be praying for you guys! Hang in there.
6. September 2010 at 16:45
Prayers and Love to you and your family. Brooklyn will do great shes a tough little kid and I am sure she will be excited to share it with you when you get back!!!
6. September 2010 at 17:07
Praying for you to have peace Lindy. Praying for God’s direction with your treatment and for His healing power. Praying for Dustin, the kids and for your family. Remember He is always with you and you are very loved!
6. September 2010 at 18:50
Praying for you and your family
(Psalms 120:1) In my trouble I cried to the Lord: and he heard me.
6. September 2010 at 21:02
Lot’s of prayers for you, this week and always!
6. September 2010 at 21:10
My thoughts and prayers will be with you next week. I hope Brooklyn has a great week in school!
6. September 2010 at 22:32
Praying you can feel God’s comforting and peace-filled arms wrapped tightly around you.
7. September 2010 at 00:27
Praying that God will grant you the desires of your heart.
7. September 2010 at 01:53
Will you get to bring her to school? Is she going to NG? If so, I’ll see her there.
7. September 2010 at 03:48
So glad to hear that Dusty’s birthday was a special one. You will all be in our prayers still and continually for this coming week. For God’s continued hand to be on you all and to give the divine direction, wisdom, and comfort that only He can give. Love you all lots! The Amaya’s
7. September 2010 at 04:18
Lifting you up to the Lord as you go to Mayo this week. Praying for a miracle if that’s what it’s going to take. Joshua 1:9 “Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you.”
7. September 2010 at 11:38
Praying for you guys! Anna says she’s going to help Brook on the playground so she knows what door to go in, what bell to listen for, where to line up, etc. (she’s an ol’ pro, now that she’s a 2nd grader!). Praying for you guys as you head to Mayo…We’re praying for a good trip and for some good news. May the peace and hope of Christ carry and sustain you! Lots of love and prayers, Brent and Amy
7. September 2010 at 19:59
Our thoughts and prayers are with you this week. We will pray for your requests and that you will feel God lifting you up and sustaining you, Dustin, and your family though the week.
8. September 2010 at 00:05
Praying for God to go before you and set your path.
Praying for safe travel to and from Mayo
Praying for good treatment options offered by the Drs.
Praying for a good first week at school for Brooklyn, and thanking God for sweet, sweet Anna and her offer to help
Praying for God to wrap His arms around your children as they spend time with family and friends.
I love you Lindy…..In His Grip, barb
8. September 2010 at 00:48
I’m praying that this will be the beginning of God showing you a new birth, Lindy - the birth of a new miracle. Remember, focus on God and not on your circumstances. You and your family are constantly in our prayers, and He will give you the strength, hope, and courage you all need. Never give up; never, never, never give up. God won’t. Love & Prayers always…
8. September 2010 at 02:49
Praying for you Lindy, Dusty, the children, the staff at Mayo and the pilot. We pray for a special measure of grace for you. We are all praying for a good positive day tomorrow. We love you! Blessings!
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