- What a beautiful sound I am hearing while I watch Gina sleeping. The sound of her breathing in such a relaxed state is music to my ears! It has been over a week now since she has been able to sleep for more than a few hours. (finally some peace)
- Well, Gina had a great day in the sense that her pain has been a bit more under control today. The nurses and Dr. McDonald have been fabulous these past couple of days. It is such a fine line between comfort and pain and balancing it all with the right doesage of medicine without overdoing it.
- It seems like Gina has gotten her blood pressure back up, her respiration rate is doing a little better and her heartrate has been pretty calm.
- I worked today, to give my tired mind a rest from all of this, and to just get caught up.
- Today, I am thanking GOD for all the time in my life that I have had with Gina - although I wished I had an eternity. I also asked GOD why such a loving, caring woman that gave so much of herself to so many people has to endure so much pain and restlesness? I know the answer isn't an easy one to give, so I wait for His humble words to comfort my ears.
- I sit here in the hospital room tonight with my son, Riley, and just watch over Gina like a shepherd does to his flock. Always listening ever so carefully for any sounds of discomfort, watching patiently for any movements that would indicate pain and whispering little words of reassurance in Gina's ears -that I will always be with her, as she is with me, and even the boundaries between Heaven and Earth cannot keep us apart.
- Eventhough her eyes are closed and shes sleeping, I look at my beautiful wife and see those blue eyes and that perfect smile and remember the the first day we met. It was such a connection that words cannot describe how I felt - my heart beats were like drums pounding in the night, and my soul was like a diving into a pool of fire. I have so much love, passion and respect for Gina that it is an eternal feeling and a connection that can never be broken. Thanks GOD for giving me Gina and I pray she no longer suffers and is able to take her many talents and endless compassion and spread her Angel wings over the many tired and lonely souls of the world. I am trying ever so hard to stay strong and keep the chin up for my family, and myself. I also pray that GOD gives me and the rest of the family the strength to get through this.
Friday, January 15, 2010
What A Beautiful Sound
Riverside Intensive Care Update 01/15/2010
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Your words are a beautiful testimony of your love. You think you're lucky to have known Gina, but she's pretty lucky to have you, too. I wouldn't want anyone else by her side. You're doing a wonderful job.
Love, Jody, Dave, Riley and Cami
thank you so much bob for the updates you keep posting,it makes me feel like i am there with gina through this extremly hard time. I know this is the hardest thing that you Jesse,Bailey and Riley have had to go through and I know in my heart that you will get through this, Gina will always be with each and everyone of us every second of every day and her amazing strength will help everyone that is dear to her. I know that everything happens for a reason, but I cannot help questioning why..Gina's mom, dad and family are in my thoughts and prayers and I wish there was some magicical miracle that could take all the pain away. Love , Maureen
i am so glad gina was able to get some rest today. she is on my mind and in my prayers 24/7. thank you, bob, for taking the time to keep us all updated. give gina all my love.
deanna
Im happy to hear she was finally able to get some rest. She is in our prayers every day as is your family. Thanks for posting and keeping us updated its very much appreciated. Gina has touched so many people especially me and my mother. She is an Angel and the most amazing woman i have ever met. Tell Gina we are praying for her and the family.
Love Kim, Linda Smith and family
thank you Bob for including us in the journey. Jessie and I have enjoyed remembering all the great times at the studio and regionals and the many hair firsts. our prayers are with you and the family.
Sue and Jessie Allen
Bob,
You guys are always on our minds. If there is anything at all you need, let us know.
Connie
Bob, as usual your words are beautiful. Its like reading poetry. What a love story the two of you have had. I thsnk God you have shared this journey onlne with all of us when we knew we couldn't call because we didn't want to bother the family. I look forward to getting on here at night and checking on her after a day of worry. I'm so happy she rested today. I have prayed for peace for all of you and for God to just surround all of you with his angels for comfort. I'm glad you see her as an angel. I do too. I also felt comfort in reading last nights post from someone that said maybe she was meant to work for God here in testing drugs to see what would help other people in the future. I think her friend with cancer said that. Because we do find ourself sitting and asking God "Why"? All of us believed in a miracle for her with all or our hearts. Ours is not always to find out why until the day we're in heaven too I guess. We're just to believe God has a reason for everything. WE all know Gina would have said yes if asked to do this to help others now don't we? She would do anything for anyone. I believe that she will look over each and every one of us until our day is over too, and protect us as our own personal angel. Thats just Gina. I also hope you believe like your friends posted that she was awfully lucky to have you to share her life with too. Not many ever even get to experience that once in a lifetime. The two of you have made memories to last you a lifetime Bobby. God Bless you Bob for all you do everyday to make Gina and the kids feel loved and taken care of.
Love,
Cathy Prusinski
Bob and Gina,
Since I heard the news a week ago about my dear sweet friend, I have been flooded with memories. Although I am saddened not to know Gina as a grown woman, wife, and mother, your words and reading about her from loved ones has been so inspiring. What a wonderful testimony of life she has become.
I know we often wonder why such a loving God can allow things to happen in our lives, things we in our minds just can't understand, but God's ways are always perfect. He will use all these circumstances for His glory. He never gives us more than we can bear. I believe her friend said it best when she said God knows Gina's heart and her love for people, He knows her strength, her courage, and her compassion. He allowed her to go though all this to bring the doctors closer to a cure and so He could be revealed by her faith. Look at all the wonderful lives she has touched! If one of those lives becomes closer to a walk with God, or turns an unbeliever into a believer by her faith and her family's, then God is glorified, and Gina has earned special jewels on her heavenly crown.
Take comfort today and everyday in the arms of God!
Matthew 11:28-Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Love,
Alicia Beland Hickman
Gina is a pebble tossed in the pond of the world by a loving God, There are so many ripples in the lives she has touched that they are impossible to count. What a legacy , a shining example of a life well lived! We are all so lucky to have her in our lives! Thank you, Bob , Jesse, Riley, Bailey and the rest of Gina's loving family , for sharing her with all of us. (((HUG))) Love you, sweetie, Retta
I wish there were words that I could say to give you comfort and peace in such a diffult time but I know from experience that there are no such words. So instead we pray that God will give you strength and courage to endure this diffult time. I am glad that some prayers have finally been answered and Gina is getting some rest. We also pray that you may find peace in knowing that Gina's battle has not been for nothing and that doctors may be closer to finding a cure. I pray that she continue to be in a comfortable state until God either grants the miracle that so many are praying for or He decides her work here is done and it is time for her to come Home. May God wrap his loving arms around you and the kids and may you feel His everlasting love. Thank you, Bob, for keeping us all updating and allowing us to share in this journey with you.
Marjie, Justin,Lizzie and Madelyn Reardanz
We are praying for Gina, that her pain may be tolerable and her journey home peaceful. We are praying for your family that all of the wonderful times will be in your heart and bring you joy. Your love for Gina is so evident in these posts, she was a very lucky lady, just as you feel you were a very lucky man. I cannot imagine the pain and sadness that you and the kids (along with other family members) are feeling. You have tons of people who love Gina and your family and are praying for you.
Your family is never out of my thoughts and I am praying round the clock.
Very Sincerely,
Dawn, Joel, Molly, Hannah and Jarrod Knapper
Bob, Your words in these posts come to me as amazing. You are a great writer and you just say the nicest things. I wait patiently every day to hope that you will say Gina is resting peacefully! The disease in itself is so nasty that the only thing I can hope is that Gina not suffer! I have known many great people that have had to battle cancer and it is very troubling to me as to why such good people have to be in pain and suffer! I love your words you wrote saying "you will wait for his humble words to comfort your ears", very well put. I pray that you, your children and all family members will make it through this very difficult time! I feel so much heartache for your children as a Mother myself! I hope for a miracle for Gina and my her be in Peace.
Lori LeBran-Jones
Gina~ i know bob is reading these posts to you nightly so i want to talk to you, and tell you how much i love you and am so happy to have been able to share the past 5 or so years with you. remember when we talked about how our "Baileys" were gonna get married... bailey-ed and bailey-mae! that still may happen some day! remember at the wrestling tourney when people kept asking if we were sisters? i love you as if you are my sister! and about how we both have them stubborn men as husbands... and look at yours now. he loves you so much and has been so wonderful to keep us all posted about your daily endeavors. thanks bob, not so stubborn now! i have been keeping in touch with bailey, dont worry, if she needs some slappin around later in life i can do that! lol you are such an inspiration to me and i pray 970 times a day that god grants you a miracle, but if he truly needs your gifts as an angel, we all accept that and know deep in our hearts that we are going to have one hell of an angel watching over us. when things just are not going good, you will be that kick in the pants to help us along! but mamma if you do get that miracle, i am taking you to get the same tattoo as i have... remember you were the inspiration for it as well as my angel grandfather~BELIEVE~
i will let you try to get some rest now, please remember i love you always, and am praying constantly for your comfort, and peace.
Love always
deanna schultz and family
It is so good to bear Gina is feeling better, even if it's just a little. God is starting to answer all of our prayers. Thanks for taking the time to update us Bob.
Kindsay
Gina & Bob,
Your journey together is both inspiring and humbling. Today I will thank God for the small miracles around me and pray for a big one for you both. When I think of Gina, I will always see the free-spirited, spunky girl who I grew up near in Evergreen Acres. My heart aches for you all and I hope she soon gets the peace she so deserves from her long battle with this nasty disease. Hugs and prayers to you all. Beth Kirkman
Bob my friend, you are a writer! Who knew? With out a doubt, you are making this process easier for Gina. What a blessing for us to read your posts. Hopefully, it is also therapeutic for you. She is calming down, that is good. I'm telling myself it's because she is making peace with it all. I know that Gina's parents are probably reading these posts as well. Jim and Virginia we are all thinking of you as well. DeAnna and her girls too. DeAnna, you are an awesome sister. I know Gina loves you dearly. You have been so good to her through all of this. So has your Mom and Dad. I just need to say this..... I really want Gina to know that the women in her life, family and friends, will help you Bob, watch over Bailey and Riley. We are ALL 'on call' 24/7. If I were in Gina's shoes, I would really want to know that, even though it would break my heart. Much love.
Dawn
I hope and pray that today is a good day for Gina too. (Saturday)
Cathy Prusinski
Bob as usual your words touch my very soul. You have such eloquence when you write of you love and passion for Gina. There is not a minute of my day that you guys are not on my mind. Please whisper in Gina's ear that I will never forget the talks we had and how our friendship developed. I will forever cherish the strength that Gina has shared with all of us as well as her committment to her family and friends... Gina is one that even a stranger could count on in tough times- she has always been an angel in my eyes. If we get this miracle we have all been praying for I know Gina will do something very special with this experience to show others the power of prayer- she is a very spiritual woman who is faithful to her God, her family and her friends. I continue to pray for our miracle~ but in the same breath I ask God to do his will... if he truly has bigger plans for Gina.. to please take her gently and please stop the pain. Love to all of the Mason's and please call if we can do anything. ~ Jeanie
Our family continues to pray for your family and in a special way for Gina! Thank you for being so vunerable and allowing us to share in such a difficult time of your lives. You have inspired our family to not sweat the small stuff and to ponder what truly is important!! Thank you and God Bless!
Gene & Pattie Storer and the family, too!
I know that I am new to Gina's blog, but you really touch my heart reading how you write about your love for Gina. I think we can all feel the deep and eternal love you have. I think God put you in each others paths for a reason.
I am so glad to hear that she is resting, Lord knows she has earned it. Thank you for keeping us updated. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
All of these posts lead people to you, Heavenly Father. Again, Gina and her family are doing exactly what they are supposed to do.......lead others to Christ. How mighty and powerful YOU are and we will come to YOU in our time of need. Please continue to give Gina pain relief and only comfort and be with all of her family and especially her husband and children. In the name of your son JESUS, AMEN
Di, Brent, Madison, Keaton and Jada LeBran
Everytime I read what you have wrote it brings tears to my eyes to feel how much love you have for Gina and your family. Gina started as a person who cut me and my girls hair, but she has turned into a friend. I think about her and her family every day. I don't think I have ever meent any one with as much strength as Gina has. The love she has for her family that has kept her going. And as I read your entries the great love you have for her. Keep the faith and strength you have to hold on. I will continue to think of Gina and her family. God bless you all.
nt
The power of prayer is amazing! Praying for Gina to remain pain free and for her to continue to rest in peace.
Brandon, Tara, Hailey, and Cadden Scroggins
We continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Child network Gals :)
We will continue with our prayers to God in hopes He will make Gina better.Surely He can see what a wonderful loving mother,wife,daughter and person she is.He can see the childrens needs and wants of thier wonderful mother.He has joined her with a one of a kind,loving husband and given the children a wonderful father.Our hearts and prayers are with all of you. R.&L M
Bob,
The best love stories are the ones
that are lived out in real life for
better-for worse, in sickness and in health... It doesn't get any more REAL than this!! You are amazing! I search for words that will bring you and your family comfort then I read your words and all the anxiety in the waiting disappears. You are ministering to
us all. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with us. Please give Gina's hand an extra squeeze for me. We love her sooo!!!!
LOL, Jean,Clint,Rachel & Leah
What cancer cannot do....
Cancer cannot cripple LOVE,
It actually makes it OVERFLOW.
Cancer cannot shatter HOPE,
It actually clarifies what hope is for.
Cancer cannot corrode FAITH,
it actually strengthens faith's convictions.
Cancer cannot conquer the SPIRIT
because COURAGE faces cancer's
affliction.
Love,Faith,Hope,and Courage- I see them all so beautifully in Bob
and Gina !!
Bob,
Thank you for writing all the wonderful words and keeping us informed. I hope that Gina has many painfree days from now on. You are doing a wonderful job and Gina is very lucky to have you. We pray for your family everyday. God Bless.
Love Tatia, Bill, and children
I'm sitting here tonight thinking of Gina and what a caring person she is!! I know her from grade school and then now our kids have gone to school together, and been friends. As sick as she was over the summer I would send things to her flowers,vegies from my garden and such and the next thing I know she would be sending something back to me from her garden.... it really breaks my heart to see such a special person go through what she is going through.. Bobby, you are a special person to be by her side and Thank You for keeping us all in touch to how she is doing!!!!!
Donna Jones
Gina,
I am drinking a raspberry mocha from Starbucks- thinking of you. You are the one who turned me on to these and everytime I drink one you will be on my mind. Love you so much girl!!!
~Jeanie
Jesse, Bailey and Riley....
You must be very proud of your Mom. She has set many fine examples for you to follow. As you can see and hear, there are many people who care about you. It must be very hard to understand why things are happening the way they are. Your Mom loves all of you more than words could ever say. We are all going to watch out for you and be there for you if you ever need us. Bailey, Kindsay will be there at BBCHS when you start high school....and Riley, Ryan will be there when you start. Jesse, Bailey and Riley....if you ever need to talk, cry, yell and get mad at the world for a minute, you can call me anytime.....xoxo
Dawn
Bob , I wrote a few day's ago ,but I don't know if it went through... I am thinking of you and your family with a heavy heart ,I see you are a wonderful writer as are your brothers Rich and Ron Mason , I am there Mom, Cathy.. You express your emotions , and everyone can FEEL your words. I regret that I did not get to meet you both, Ron always had such good things to say about you both, I feel I wanted to tell you your both in my prayers ... Sincerly Cathy Hardacre
Your dedication to Gina, your family and to this blog is remarkable. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Again I want to thank you for taking such good care of OUR ANGEL GINA. Gina comes from a very loving family & you fit in with them like petals on a rose! I'm glad that she is finally getting much needed comfort with little pain! You and the rest of the family are always in my thoughts during this tough time and will continue to be the rest of eternity!
Love All Of You
Becky Farnham & Joe Pitts
Praying and thinking of Gina,you, and your family. What a very difficult time. Thank you for sharing the updates.
Denise Houser
It would be nice if somebody besides Bob were able to update everybody since his hands are full. Is there somebody that knows how Gina is doing?
Bob you are truly amazing! I want to send my love and prayers to you all in this difficult time. Gina is a legend that will never be forgotten, that is for sure. Iam very fortunate enough to have memories shared with her that will never be forgotten. There are so many lives you all have touched. I also want to thank you in this difficult time for letting us know what is going on with our DEAR FRIEND. Send my love to Gina.. Love, Corrina
Thank you for always keeping us posted, even though I know this must be extremely hard for you. We are always praying for Gina, you and of course Jesse, Bailey & Riley. Be strong and never lose your faith because God will always be by your side. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Juan, Liza, JC & Andy
I just want to tell you how amazing your words are. I am and will always keep you all in my prayers. May God Bless YOU and your family
Hi I am a friend of a friend..I dont know you or Gina I just wanted to let you know that you all have my prayers...
I love your blog, and I love being a follower. I hope you can hop over to mine and follow me. I hope to see you there. www.momzblotter.blogspot.com. Thanks
thank you Bob for including us in the journey. Jessie and I have enjoyed remembering all the great times at the studio and regionals and the many hair firsts. our prayers are with you and the family. Sue and Jessie Allen
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