Why am I writing this blog?

Euclid (Cleveland), Ohio, United States
Here I share the amazing spiritual journey I began on July 19, 2007. I received the diagnosis of a golf-ball-sized tumor on top of the left parietal lobe (motor functions) of my brain. I had severe symptoms all up and down the right side of my body and had received an MRI scan of my brain. In August 2007, I learned that my diagnosis was a Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM). This is a common form of fast-growing brain cancer with a challenging prognosis. That's the external story about that moment in time. In the spiritual world I found (actually more like it found me) what I came to call the Fact-Based Spirit-Guided Path, and I began an amazing journey. After October of 2008, I lost the use of my right arm, and in early 2009, my cognitive abilities were struggling, and treatment options ended. My wife, Susanne, then began doing most of the blog postings, with my review and input whenever possible. I continued to apply the Fact-Based Spirit-Guided Path as the adventure continued. My soul then flew to the Kingdom of God on July 1, 2009. Thanks for your interest in my journey. Craig

Susanne's Perspective

During this entire journey, my wife, Susanne, had an entirely different kind of experience. Initially she added comments to some of my posts describing her experience of the moments I discussed and offerred perspectives on our relationship. In the latter stage of this journey, she is writing the blog, as I am no longer able to do so. I am truly delighted that she is doing so. Susanne and I work together as marriage educators/relationship coaches and she has written many books on preparing for and strengthening marriages so you can count on her comments to be insightful and poignant.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

More Angels Gather – April 30, 2009

Craig has woken up so happy these last couple of days and full of a wonderful energy. I ask him each morning how his night was and what happened. Last night he said Kevin and Pleasant visited, but also “the girls” showed up, too. There were more people than he could name or that I could identify with questions. Baha’i friends from our area (the girls) who have passed were there: Janet Weaver, Deb Cunningham, Becky Huff, and Pearl McGill.

For the first time, Craig also saw his Dad. And lots of light.

I was teasing about him “partying” with the angels, but that didn’t seem to be the right word. He thought “communing” was more the nature of the experience.

On the one hand, all of this is good news. I’m glad there are people waiting to greet Craig with love, and that he’s headed for a positive place. On the other, it’s a little bittersweet…these are signs of him moving on.

The hospice nurse today said that Craig’s vital signs are still excellent, and there are no indications that his body is shutting down. Seeing the angels is not on a linear timeline…there is still no way of knowing how long Craig will stay here.

Love,

Susanne (and Craig)

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2 comments:

Heather said...

Craig and Susanne,
Althought we may not call or visit often. We want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is ever anything that you need please do not hesitate to let us know. Our love and best wishes.
Heather , Wil and Andy

May 4, 2009 at 8:43 PM
Anonymous said...

Hello Craig and Susanne,
I am a Baha'i from Mt Barker, South Australia and have been coming to terms with a possible diagnosis of MS in the past few months. I have stumbled across your blog page and just wanted to let you know how much you have inspired me with your courage and faith! I know you are already surrounded by many prayers, but wanted to add mine as well. Allah'u'abha to you both!
Much love, Heidi Reid xx

May 6, 2009 at 3:46 PM

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