Yesterday I visited Mrs. Katherine and Mr. Clarence. They are members at Burgaw Baptist where I work. Mrs. Katherine is hooked up to a feeding tube because she can't swallow. She can't swallow because of the chemotherapy and radiation she took for esophageal cancer. When I leave from my visits with them I'm always in better spirits. They are pillars of strength. I complain too much about silly things. Mrs. Katherine has had this feeding tube for months but she never complains. She always says, "I'm going to get better." She never complains about her situation because she knows it could be worse. Mr. Clarence never complains about taking care of her. He's done majority of the domestic duties during the duration of her illness. He said when he took his vows on his wedding day he meant them...in sickness or in health...

They have an amazing testimony. I've only known them for a few months, but I thank God for them. They've taught me to keep going even when life is tough.


For as long as we both shall live....