Authored by Justin Yuen on Dec 27th 2010, 02:05
A cruel blizzard hammers the city tonight, leaving it frozen, flattened to a lonesome standstill. Delayed buses, canceled flights, desolate streets rendered useless, people stranded. Businesses left without customers. People without visitors. As the relentless storm rages on, I will be readmitted to the hospital to undergo my next round of chemotherapy. Powerful drugs will besiege my fragile cells, ravaging my body's defenses, stripping its ability to heal, leaving me unfit to see my friends. My appetite will be destroyed, my energy drained, my spirit dampened.
Tonight, a pure white snowfall blankets the city, giving life to soft halos around Christmas-lit trees, providing feathery sidewalks for children to sweep snow angels into. People are enticed by the comforting warmth of home, brought together to share hearty meals and cheerful melodies. In this cozy time of year, I will enter the hospital to be healed, to be given more opportunity to gain both strength and wisdom. I will cherish life anew, and will, through fond memories, relive the most joyous occasions. I will smile and be thankful for life, for my family and friends. I will be reminded of what matters most and will witness sublime examples of human love and kindness. In time, this terrible, wonderful winter will end. Spring will come, and with the trees, I will recover.
Justin-As you so courageously say, winter will pass and spring will come. And you will weather the storm. We are with you all the way, all the time. Love, A Ellie and U Selwyn
You will indeed, and Jesus will bring Living Water to your parched ravaged body. Intense discomfort is a lonely place to be, but remember God is holding you, and all you blog fans are poking the Purple Blob from the sidelines. Love, Ellen
"If winter comes, can spring be far behind?" Dear Justin keep up your fighting spirit, we are all praying with you that you will get through this coming new treatment in no time. Remember God is holding you in His arms.Much love, auntie Fei
Last week, California was hit by bad storms and now, the East coast and part of Europe are at a stand-still. Some didn't even get to be with their families this year!!!!! Justin, as you are preparing yourself for the next round of chemo. Please remember we are all fighting for you and kicking that purple blob out of your system.Keep seeking the Lord for strength and Faith. He is with you always.......
"You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus." 2 Timothy 2. Please know that God's strength will be revealed in one's weakness. Under all circumstances, His grace will be sufficient for you. The might of God works in our favor when we call Him in faith. Justin, the storm of winter will end and the blossom of spring will commence soon. You will recover with strength and renewed health. God is embracing you when you commence your round of chemo today. We are praying for you constantly.With love, Gu Ma Betty
Justin: believe me, there will always be dawn after the darkest night. Paul
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Hi Justin,I am thinking of you always. Although we can't be there with you physically there are so many people hoping and praying for your recovery, and what comfort you can find during this difficult period.
Happy New Year Justin! Can't wait to see you again!
As 2011 rolls in, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope you'll keep up your positive and fighting attitude towards your journey of overcoming your illness and continue to find Strength and Faith in the Lord. Sending you my best wishes. Hope your chemo is going well and not beating your body up too much. Take care.Laura
Dear Justin, we are now into the second day and the first sunday of the New Year, I am thinking of you all the time and praying that you will have a good day today. :-)May the grace of our Lord pour out on you abundantly.Lots of love from auntie FeiPS: Do you remember the Lord's prayer by heart? If not you might like to read this The Lord's PrayerOur Father who art in heaven;Hallowed be Thy Name;Thy kingdom come;Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven;Give us this day our daily bread;And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us;And lead us not into temptation;But deliver us from evil;For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever.Amen. I was taught to say this prayer when I was a child but it is in my OLD AGE that I find it so true!
Dearest Justin, As we have already ushered into the new year 2011, we are thinking of you and praying for you that 2011 will bring you renewed health and strength and God's bountiful blessings. When I turned on TV this morning, a message came from our Lord through the sermon at Crystal Cathedral in L.A. that in Christ, nothing is impossible. Put your trust and faith in Him. God will embrace you through this round of chemo. We are with you always in prayers. With love,Gu Ma Betty, Uncle Moses, Vena and Edlyn
Justin-Your Mother told us that you have just finished the latest round of chemotherapy. Of course you must be feeling absolutely debilitated and confused. BUT that will pass, as previously. You are in good medical hands and in the loving care of your Mother and those friends who are able to see you in NY. Keep fighting. Lots of love, A Ellie and U Selwyn
Hi Justin,Been thinking of you and hope everything is going smoothly at your end. How are you feeling? Not much is going on at my end. Take care.