I’ve known some special women in my life. My wonderful mother and my grandmothers. My aunts and cousins. My beautiful sisters JoAnn Cooley, Jan Kling, Nan Taylor, Joan Lee, and Donna Marincic. My friends from work and church. My elementary school teacher, Mrs. Marvin. And of course, topping the list are my amazing daughter Rishana and my beautiful wife Ana.
Each of these women have affected my life in different ways. They’ve taught me about love and giving, about sacrifice and kindness. They’ve made me laugh and comforted me when I’m down. They’ve shown me the meaning of grace and set me an example of what it really means to be a Christian. Each of them has made a huge difference in my life, but there is one special lady I’d like to honor today, because she needs your prayers right now.
Deloris Foote came into my life when I was 12 or 13. Her big home in the country is the center of some of my most special memories. I’d spend my days exploring their farm with her boys and when we’d tire she’d call us in to eat some of the most delicious food I’ve ever tasted. I was kind of a shy, awkward, geek of a kid, but she always made me feel special and loved. I still think of her as my second mom.
Even after Ana and I got married, Deloris and her husband Joe, continued to make a difference in my life, as they did in the lives of so many others. There were church socials at her house, sledding parties in her fields and, most importantly, Caring for Marriage Seminars, to which I attribute much of success of our own marriage through the years.
Deloris has always been there for me and so many others, but today we need to be there for her.
Deloris is having surgery today to remove a meningioma which has been causing seizures. I ask you to pray for Deloris that the surgery will be a success and she’ll have a full recovery. Pray also for the surgeons and for her family who will be helping with her recovery.
Proverbs 31:30 says, “A woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Deloris certainly fits the bill. Throughout her life she has reflected the love of Jesus everywhere she goes and in so many ways. Please pray for this special woman today, that she’ll have a rapid recovery and enjoy many more years of joy and laughter with her family and friends. Thank you!
God be with you Deloris! We love you!
Your Turn: Do you have a special woman in your life? Take a moment to thank God for her. And don’t stop there. Tell us what’s special about her in the comments below.