My reason for posting today is to highlight an upcoming event.
www.worldwidevillage.org/festival-for-haiti-2010
My dad was involved with this non-profit group called World Wide Village, which he served while being on the board of directors. During this year’s festival, where they raise money for Haiti, my dad is being recognized for his contributions to World Wide Village. My wife and I will be attending and you are warmly welcome to join us in supporting a good cause.
On a personal note, it's hard to believe that it has been nearly two and a half months since my dad passed. Everyone is well, all things considered.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Haiti
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Obituary
John Phillip Nicholson
(December 31st, 1951 - August 14, 2010)
Age 58 of Shoreview. Died August 14, 2010. Preceded in death by his father, John A. Survived by his adoring wife, Caren; children, Adam (Melissa) and Jamie (Travis), Aaron (Laura) Chaney and Kyle Chaney; grandchildren, John, Noah and Berea; mother, Norma “Mimi”; siblings, Pam (Butch) Niven, Tim (Karen), Jeff (Elizabeth); nieces and nephews. John loved serving the Lord and using his gifts and talents to further the Kingdom.
Gathering 4-7PM Tuesday, August 17 at HOLCOMB-HENRY-BOOM-PURCELL, 515 Hwy 96 at Mackubin, Shoreview (651-482-7606).
Memorial service 3PM Wednesday at FIVE OAKS COMMUNITY CHURCH, 4416 Radio Drive, Woodbury.
Private interment Fort Snelling.
Memorials to enCompass Church
Link to the online obituary
(December 31st, 1951 - August 14, 2010)
Age 58 of Shoreview. Died August 14, 2010. Preceded in death by his father, John A. Survived by his adoring wife, Caren; children, Adam (Melissa) and Jamie (Travis), Aaron (Laura) Chaney and Kyle Chaney; grandchildren, John, Noah and Berea; mother, Norma “Mimi”; siblings, Pam (Butch) Niven, Tim (Karen), Jeff (Elizabeth); nieces and nephews. John loved serving the Lord and using his gifts and talents to further the Kingdom.
Gathering 4-7PM Tuesday, August 17 at HOLCOMB-HENRY-BOOM-PURCELL, 515 Hwy 96 at Mackubin, Shoreview (651-482-7606).
Memorial service 3PM Wednesday at FIVE OAKS COMMUNITY CHURCH, 4416 Radio Drive, Woodbury.
Private interment Fort Snelling.
Memorials to enCompass Church
Link to the online obituary
With the Lord
John Phillip Nicholson left his earthly body and went home to the Lord at 2:00am this morning.
He left while surrounded by family including his wife Caren, myself, and his daughter Jamie. He is loved, and missed.
Godspeed, dad, enjoy the party in heaven. I will see you soon.
Love your son,
Adam
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He left while surrounded by family including his wife Caren, myself, and his daughter Jamie. He is loved, and missed.
Godspeed, dad, enjoy the party in heaven. I will see you soon.
Love your son,
Adam
- Posted from a mobile device
Friday, August 13, 2010
Bible
Psalms 16:7-11
I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope. For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
We've been reading today to John out his personal Bible. In his Bible he has highlighted many passages that he deemed as key/noteworthy. The above passage was one of those.
It's been a long day today... so far. Lots of emotion. Two different times we thought he was passing which is hard to recover from.
He still fighting, only God knows when.
Adam
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I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope. For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption. Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
We've been reading today to John out his personal Bible. In his Bible he has highlighted many passages that he deemed as key/noteworthy. The above passage was one of those.
It's been a long day today... so far. Lots of emotion. Two different times we thought he was passing which is hard to recover from.
He still fighting, only God knows when.
Adam
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Another day
Yesterday there were a lot of visitors again which was nice. So many people have nice words and memories to share.
John continues to shut down. This morning, as was late yesterday, his body is having a hard time regulating it's body temperature. We continue to keep an eye on him and adjust the blankets on him as needed.
I'm not sure if he can feel anything in his body anymore and he doesn't move or squeeze his hand. If you rub the bottom of his feet, which are ticklish there is no response.
He breathing is also more labored than early yesterday.
I know for me, although I'm not "ready" for him to pass, I am ready. Seeing him lay here with his body shutting down just doesn't seem like the right way to go. For now whispering various Psalms into his ear will have to suffice.
Adam
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John continues to shut down. This morning, as was late yesterday, his body is having a hard time regulating it's body temperature. We continue to keep an eye on him and adjust the blankets on him as needed.
I'm not sure if he can feel anything in his body anymore and he doesn't move or squeeze his hand. If you rub the bottom of his feet, which are ticklish there is no response.
He breathing is also more labored than early yesterday.
I know for me, although I'm not "ready" for him to pass, I am ready. Seeing him lay here with his body shutting down just doesn't seem like the right way to go. For now whispering various Psalms into his ear will have to suffice.
Adam
- Posted from a mobile device
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Nothing new
Today is a lot of the same as yesterday with some minor exceptions. He has been taking less pain medication and his breathing has deepened. If he weren't sick, you'd think we was just sleeping all day. Sadly I think it's him slipping to a point where being able to have conscience responses with others isn't possible.
Last night we had guests till around 9pm and had a good time reminiscing tales of Johns life. We're making the best of the situation and I think dad would be a little mad that we are not sharing our wine with him. :)
Adam
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Last night we had guests till around 9pm and had a good time reminiscing tales of Johns life. We're making the best of the situation and I think dad would be a little mad that we are not sharing our wine with him. :)
Adam
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New blog visitor info
I've been looking at the statistics and visitor tracking data on this site and can see that there are quite a few new visitors. Here are a few links to some prior posts that will help you see where he has been, information on the cancer he has (Stage 4 Glioblastoma Multiforme - or GBM), and how things have progressed.
How it started: http://prayersforjohn.blogspot.com/2009/11/what-happened-short-version.html
What he has: http://prayersforjohn.blogspot.com/2009/11/surgeon.html
Pre-surgery two: http://prayersforjohn.blogspot.com/2010/06/now-and-then.html
Feel free to browse the archive links on the right side of the page to see any of the previous posts.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Peace
First off I'd want to appoligize to anyone reading this that is finding it too graphic. I've been very cognizant of the readership and am trying to walk a fine line between vagueness of the situation and too much detail. Unfortunately as things get worse each post will become harder to read, including this one. Also, I have decided not to post any more pictures as I feel they may be overwhelming. Thanks in advance for your understanding.
Day one at home is winding down. There have a number of friend and family that swung by which was very nice. A few folks even dropped off some goodies which were graciously accepted - then devoured.
In the morning will be his third day of no food or water which is common when the body is shutting down. John continues to be cared for with frequent meds being administered, being repositioned, people talking to him and of course the occasional Bible passage being read to him.
Tonight there are only a few of us here (I'm spending the night) and we are taking shifts (kind of) to make sure someone is keeping him company. Hopefully we all get some rest; I know we need it. It seems that heavy hearts don't sleep well.
Adam
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Day one at home is winding down. There have a number of friend and family that swung by which was very nice. A few folks even dropped off some goodies which were graciously accepted - then devoured.
In the morning will be his third day of no food or water which is common when the body is shutting down. John continues to be cared for with frequent meds being administered, being repositioned, people talking to him and of course the occasional Bible passage being read to him.
Tonight there are only a few of us here (I'm spending the night) and we are taking shifts (kind of) to make sure someone is keeping him company. Hopefully we all get some rest; I know we need it. It seems that heavy hearts don't sleep well.
Adam
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Home
He as arrived home in from the hospital thanks to a ride from a United ambulance.
Caren is welcoming friends and family that want to come by for a last visit. Feel free to email me for that info at:
nicholi518 at gmail dot com
His temp had dropped to 95 degrees and his O2 levels are also lower. He does appear comfortable and is getting drugs for any pain.
Adam
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Caren is welcoming friends and family that want to come by for a last visit. Feel free to email me for that info at:
nicholi518 at gmail dot com
His temp had dropped to 95 degrees and his O2 levels are also lower. He does appear comfortable and is getting drugs for any pain.
Adam
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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Post comments
Just a refresher, all of the comments anyone leaves on the posts come to me. I then forward them onto Caren when relevant.
If I don't email you back it's not that I didn't see your post or don't receive them. All of them are appreciated and I will try to reply when I can.
Thanks also for the feedback; we appreciate all of it. It's very overwhelming the support we have been getting through the blog, visits, phone calls, email and prayer. Thanks again!!
God bless,
Adam
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If I don't email you back it's not that I didn't see your post or don't receive them. All of them are appreciated and I will try to reply when I can.
Thanks also for the feedback; we appreciate all of it. It's very overwhelming the support we have been getting through the blog, visits, phone calls, email and prayer. Thanks again!!
God bless,
Adam
- Posted from a mobile device
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