The Struggle Has Ended

Greg Hewlett passed away on January 17th after nearly eight years of battling colon cancer. While we grieve his loss, we are comforted to know that he is with his Lord.

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Thursday, November 3, 2005

Makes sense to me

The spot/bump, which was our concern of late, began looking more and more like a fluid infection, as my body had slowly worked it outward to just under the skin. It was probably from an old suture that tore something when I sneezed or lifted a suitcase like I'm not supposed to do. Dr. Perkins, my Dallas oncologist, performed what was the most common sense procedure I've had so far. He simply grabbed a syringe, shoved it in, and sucked out the fluid. Makes sense to me.

This means there are no signs of cancer right now in my body given the technology they have to look for it. I am thankful to be living this side of heaven when two years ago I didn't know I'd be here.

I am cautiously excited. My next appointment is January. This cancer, especially at the level I had it, has a tendency to return. But my case is unique enough to not have any statistics from which to predict anything. And I responded quite well to the chemo, which included some new stuff that has only recently been developed. The docs are hopeful. We won't really know until the months and years pass. My mind is still trying to figure out whether its safe to consider myself over this stuff - it is hard to shift gears after what seemed like endless rounds of treating and testing. I simply hang on to the truth of Isaiah 26:3, the verse I've been remembering through this journey.

Meanwhile, Christine and I have been waiting for a health break to head up to New Jersey to visit her sisters and family. Looks like we finally have that break! We're leaving Friday for a ten day trip. More on that later...

Also, this week I got in the mail something I haven't seen since the first one came in June 2003:
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14 comments:

Scott Rogers said...

Greg: That's the absolute best news I've heard in quite some time. Leisa and I are rejoicing with you.

Richard Sherard said...

It would appear that God is still wanting to use you to minister to so many people. You have such awesome faith Greg. It has been difficult to follow your suffering but it is so evident that you count it all as nothing for the sake of serving your Lord! I am praying for you and Christine. I ham hopeful that her migraines are subsiding! God bless you my friend!

Cody and Julie said...

Greg,
I am so tickled to hear your good report! May the Lord receive the praise and thanks for answering the thousands and probably tens of thousands of prayers that have been offered up on your account.
Have a GREAT time in New Jersey!!

Veta Taylor said...

We are so thankful for your good report. We will continue to lift you up in our prayers.
Have a wonderful, relaxing trip to New Jersey.

Belle Petkas said...

Greg & Christine, What joyous news! Your amazing faith throughout this entire ordeal is such a tremendous witness. Hope you and Christine have a safe and well-deserved trip and rest. Loved the touch of the zero balance - HA. Belle

Todd said...

Awesome news Greg!
Have a nice trip and eat some crabcakes for me.

Madeleine said...

To God be the Glory! Have a great trip!
Rejoicing with you,
Madeleine

Belle Petkas said...

Greg & Christine, What joyous news! Your amazing faith throughout this entire ordeal is such a tremendous witness. Hope you and Christine have a safe and well-deserved trip and rest. Loved the touch of the zero balance - HA. Belle

vince & helen corvino said...

Thank God for common sense as well as technology.
If you get close we would love to see you guys at Gwynedd. You can stay with us if you would like to.
Have a great trip.

Tricia said...

Oh, Greg, we're so glad you're here too - we praise God with you! Thank you for the ongoing updates and we will continue to pray. We hope you and Christine have a blessed time away. Say "hi" to New Jersey for me - get some good Chinese food, Pizza, and bagels while you're there if you can!

Kim said...

Give Praise and Thanks to God!!!!!!!!!!! He is so amazing. You are so amazing. You continue to inspire me and give me the positive hope that I so need to hold on to. My last treatment is on Nov. 11th, God willing. I truly believe that he plans on me being here for a very long time. I truly believe that he plans on you being here for a very long time!
Enjoy your trip with Christine and her family.

Martha Gessick said...

PTL and PTL for such wonderful news. I am so pleased you and Christine can get away for a nice long trip to see family and friends. May God continue to bless and keep you both. In His great love and mercy. martha g

Carl said...

Greg
As to the Isaiah passage, Amen brother

Jim Williams said...

Greg,
That is great news! May the Lord continue to bless you and may you continue to trust in Him!