FEBRUARY 9

We did not make a trip to Oklahoma. Gary was not feeling very good and I was concerned with taking him so far away from his doctors here. He continues to sleep alot and not have much energy, but we have become used that.

I often talk of the many, both old and young, that are praying for us and how much we appreciate it. There is one little prayer warrior that I thought I would share with you. Her name is Sophia Gotcher, age 4. Her parents are good friends and co-missionaries in the Philippines.

Several weeks ago, when we found out that the cancer had relapsed and was now in Gary's brain, we sent an email to our friends telling them the news. Lance and Melanie sat their kids down to explain that "Uncle" Gary was not doing well and they needed to pray for him.

Little Sophia's prayer went like this.... "Please Lord, don't allow Uncle Gary to die". Such a simple, but effective prayer.

Recently, Melanie called to say that they were driving by our house the other day and she mentioned to her children that "Uncle" Gary was having another treatment. Brynn, who also asks her class each day to pray for Gary, asked how he was doing. Before Melanie could answer, Sophia piped up and said, "I have a feeling, he is not doing so well." *smile*

Melanie told her that actually he was doing ok with this last treatment. Mel then said, "You really love your "Uncle" Gary don't you?" Sophia said, "Oh yes! He is one of the best men in the world!" *big smile*

So there you have it.... in case you were not sure..... Gary is one of the best men in the world.... at least according to Sophia.... and me!