Ready for some Holiday Cheer

Sorry I've been absent alot lately. Have been sad times.
One of my good friends here in Alabama has been in ICU for the past 2 1/2 weeks. We have been going to Huntsville as much as possible to visit. It looked like he wouldn't survive for a while, but he made a big turn-around last week and came home Sunday. He had a staff infection, kidneys, and bowels shut down, and had congestive heart failure. The power of prayer is strong.
Now for my best friend in Tennessee,we have been friends from our teenage years up through adulthood, the news wasn't as good. He has battled lung cancer for the past 4 years or so. I found out that he as back in the hospital recently and got a call late Sunday while I was at work. The call was another long time friend and he informed me that John had lost his battle and gone home to the lord.He would have been 53 Monday. Needless to say, my heart was ripped with pain for his family. Had to go up monday for visitation and be a pall bearer Tuesday. Between working 7 days a week, the stress of the holidays,and the sickness and loss of my friend I am beat. Now its off to Destin, Fl. at 6am in the morning for the holidays with my family. So, you can understand why I'm ready for a little cheer.
I know everyone has their own problems and loss of family going on also, but I think I just needed to vent a little. Thanks for listening and I hope everyone has a great and safe Christmas.

Merry Christmas to all.

Gary I understand your pain and stress and I'm praying for you Bro. Hope you have a good trip and great time with your family. MERRY CHRISTMAS and have a blessed holiday.

Prayers sent for all concerned G. I am truly sorry for your loss. I believe tha God has a reason for putting people "in your way" ..... I thank Him for putting you in my way as well as the rest of these misfits.

Prayers for you Gary and all. And like Len said, thankful for all of ya.

Have a great time Gary. Sounds like a good trip to clear the head.

Always good to get away and clear things out. Have a great trip and enjoy the family time.

roger what every 1 has said gary , have fun and enjoy your time with family for xmas ,

sorry bout your good friend my Brother. Have a great stress free vacation in Florida.

Gary, I just saw this post today.....Sorry about your friend. I hope you had a nice relaxing time with your family!!

Sorry for your loss Gary. Makes it even more difficult when this happens during the holidays. I hope your trip to Destin was great and gave you a break from everything.