help make a dream come tru: St. Maarten Forum

[tami1b]

Hello Friends,
My name is Tami and I had the privilege to visit your piece of paradise, and even renew my wedding vows, in 2001. It was a dream come true! We met some of the most wonderful people there that still remain a part of us. A couple of years ago I was diagnosed with a degenerative brain and spinal cord disease. I was in full paralysis for over a year and expected to die, or be placed in a nursing home until my final days. I was 34 years old. I refused to give up and worked diligently in physical therapy, I also received a miracle! I can now walk with the assistance of a walker and although I know my time is limited, I love life and am constantly thankful for the life I have. During the same time I was dying in the hospital, my father had a massive heart attack and almost lost his life also. My mother was devestated... we're all she has. My father now has cancer which is spread throughout his body, so he too isliving on borrowed time. None the less my father, mother, myself and my husband appreciate and have a zest for life.
I am writing to ask if anyone may be interested in making a dream come true. There is nothing more I'd rather do than return to La Plage, St. Maarten one last time and bring my parents. My husband and I would love to re-experience the magic we felt there and share it with my mom and dad while we have the opportunity. I would never complain about our situation, but because of medical bills and my inability to work, there is no way that the 4 of us could pay for this vacation. We live month to month. I was praying that someone might be willing to allow us to stay at their timeshare or personal unit. I would love to re-live the experience one last time before I lost use of my body again and my daddy.

Sincerely,
Tani1b@aol.com

I laso want to show my love and extreme grtefulness to my husband and family for being my arms, my legs and my mind when I could not. There are no words to express the depths of my love.

[considerate]

I am so sorry to hear about what is going on and has happened in your life. But out of everything you have said, I never heard you say that you have faith that God can deliver you. Even at death's door. I don't know if you know or have received Christ as your personal savior but if it was me, I would not sit around and wait to die. I would fall upon my knees and believe God is going to bring me out of WHATEVER I am going through. I see this alot. People will be sick and there doctor will tell them that they don't have long to live and they just accept that bad report. But if you read your bible, Lazarus was dead for 3 days and was buried. All he done was call Lazarus, and he came. Sometimes things happen as a wake up call to get you to put your focus on the Lord and turn your life over to him. God is a savior and a deliver. Maybe you need to stop focusing on dieing and start focusing on living.

[tami1b]

Dear Considerate, Thankyou so much for your uplifting reply! I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that God has brought me to this point...a point no one believed I'd ever reach. That is why I said I was given a miracle. I know that God has been with me through this whole situation and he still and always will be present with me. I can say with complete faith and strength that He has never let me down. God never gives us more than we can handle and I know He has a special purpose for my life. I spend my time appreciating what I do have and constantly thank Him for all He gives me on a daily basis. He is the ultimate healer and I have been blessed with doctors who share my faith. God has His hand in every aspect of my life so I have no reason to fear. He also wraps His loving arms around me, providing comfort. Thankyou for sharing your faith with me and providing encouragement!
tami1b@aol.com