An update from Terri…

Tuesday, 26 January 2010

Hello everyone,

This won’t be a very long post, as I only wanted to ask that you please keep my Mother, and our family in your prayers at this time. We just got some devastating CT scan results after she had been admitted to the hospital, as a result of on-going pain, and discomfort. The scans showed considerable progression of the disease in a short span of time. The doctors have done all they can at this point.

We haven’t given up all hope and still believe in miracles but this is, and will continue to be an extremely difficult time. Thanks for your positive energy, prayers, and well wishes…

TC



155 Responses to “An update from Terri…”

  1. Jennifer

    17. Feb, 2010

    Terri, I finally got to see you in concert in Decatur, Ga. several years ago. A couple of friends and I just purchased tickets to see you again in Decatur, Ga. I have just recently heard the news regarding your mother. Terri, I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s illness. If I don’t ever get the pleasure of meeting you in person, I just want to let you know that your mother, you, and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Miracles do happen. Keep faith.

  2. Deb Lloyd

    17. Feb, 2010

    Love to you all dear Terri, thinking of you often…

  3. Jed

    15. Feb, 2010

    Praying for your mom, I lost my mom to cancer five years ago. Since then I have learned that I do not regret what I have done, only what I did not do. Spend as much time as you can with your mom and remember that in the end we have to accept that there are some greater mysteries that we will never understand.
    Bon courage

  4. Lynn T.

    10. Feb, 2010

    Hi Terri, Just saw the amazing tweet update. Thank God and glorious outpouring support, and Prayers across the globe. I absolutely believe in prayer, how can we not. Gives new meaning to the term global warming. =)

  5. Lynn

    07. Feb, 2010

    Hi Terri…

    I am so sorry to hear of this news…Just want to say that my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your Mom…

    Keep the faith…Bon courage ;-)

  6. Sam

    07. Feb, 2010

    Terri,

    I am so sorry!! Your mother is a wonderful lady. I wish I could have know her personally, but feel as though I know her through you. Your mother has touched millions of peoples lives by giving the world her talented daughter. My thoughts and prayers will be with her for the strength and healing she needs. Love is flowing up to Canada from so many she doesn’t know, but so many who know her. Love you both, my sisters in god

    Sam

  7. Susan B

    05. Feb, 2010

    Hi kiddo, have been searching around to try to get in touch with either you or Joanne. No luck. Left an e-mail note with Squirrel.Please tell (Her) I’m thinking of her…..love, love

  8. Dianne Holzhauser

    04. Feb, 2010

    Linda, I also have a sister named Linda who is sharing the walk down the same path you are on. The name Linda means beautiful in spanish. My sister as well as you are both beautiful people because you both gave us beautiful children with talents that touch so many in the world! As I look into my sisters eyes I see love as you see in Terri’s. Remind her to be strong like you are! For this is all just a blink… peace, love and light…Dianne & Lex <3

  9. TJ Casey

    03. Feb, 2010

    Terri our prayers are with you at this difficult time from Montana and the youngsters at Sisseton West Side Elementary in South Dakota.

    Blessed Trails,
    TJ Casey, Montana’s Singing Cowboy

  10. Karin

    03. Feb, 2010

    Take all the time you need Terri………your mom and the rest of your family need you more right now.

    Take care!

  11. Michael & Tammy Bain

    03. Feb, 2010

    Terri, We are praying for your mom, you, & your family everyday. Michael & Tammy Bain

  12. Tucker

    03. Feb, 2010

    Creed probably isn’t your kind of music, but they did a song called “Don’t Stop Dancing”. In some of the darkest days I have known I would que up the I-Pod and blast down the highway on my Harley listening to this song. It always helped me keep things in perspective:

    At times life is wicked and I just can’t see the light
    A silver lining sometimes isn’t enough
    To make some wrongs seem right
    Whatever life brings
    I’ve been through everything
    And now I’m on my knees again

    But I know I must go on
    Although I hurt I must be strong
    Because inside I know that many feel this way

    [Chorus:]
    Children don’t stop dancing
    Believe you can fly
    Away…away

    At times life’s unfair and you know it’s plain to see
    Hey God I know I’m just a dot in this world
    Have you forgot about me?
    Whatever life brings
    I’ve been through everything
    And now I’m on my knees again

    But I know I must go on
    Although I hurt I must be strong
    Because inside I know that many feel this way

    [Chorus]

    Am I hiding in the shadows?
    Forget the pain and forget the sorrows

  13. KYLE ROHDE

    03. Feb, 2010

    Yo TC,
    Glad you posted that response, and glad you are hangin with Ma as much as you can. What a wonderful daughter to have such a wonderful Mom…..don’t worry bout postponing that ‘tour’ if you feel the need, as you’d only want to do that with a clear mind. Right now Mom is #1 seems like more than ever, and that tour can happen anytime. The Lord Is…..and that is what I can say.
    tell Ma ‘hey’ from toadcorp
    Kyle

  14. Hank

    03. Feb, 2010

    May we all find strength, hope, joy and comfort in the ancient words of the psalmist:

    “We wait in hope for the LORD;
    he is our help and our shield.
    In him our hearts rejoice,
    for we trust in his holy name.”

    Psalm 33:20-21

  15. G'Ne

    02. Feb, 2010

    Hello Terri and Linda,
    We are saddened to hear about this latest setback. I just lost my father in June to this terrible thing called Cancer. I prayed for healing for him also, but sometimes you just have to leave it in God’s hands. There are miracles everyday. Prayer is the best medicine. Spend your time together with memories and laughter. Your new CD has touched my heart and has helped me heal. I too would have taken my Dad’s place not to see him in so much pain. We love with all our hearts and the memories stay with us forever. You have a strong support system in your family and friends. Lean on them and let them help you. You are in our prayers. Your family in Utah.

  16. metah

    02. Feb, 2010

    Terri and family,

    3 John 1:2
    2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.

    Isaiah 53:5 “by his stripes we are healed.”

    http://www.godswill-wellness.com/healing-scriptures.html

    Stay strong. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

  17. woodmont

    01. Feb, 2010

    Thanks so much everyone. Mom came home about a week ago. It’s one day at a time around here, and some days are better than others. She hasn’t thrown in the towel, and her fighting side prevails. She has taught me so much about grace in the face of darkness and adversity, and I will carry these lessons with me for the rest of my life. Miracles happen, so we aren’t giving up hope. She read some of your posts yesterday and was so touched by them. I am taking things a day at a time and will decide whether or not to move the Unplugged shows to another time, by next week. Thanks for your concern and understanding.
    TC

  18. sondra

    01. Feb, 2010

    Terri,my prayers are with you and your mom

  19. Madeleine Johann

    01. Feb, 2010

    Our love and prayers are with you,, Terri, your mother, whom I adore, and the family as always. This is the most difficult time of your life. I am sure that the thousands of people who know and love you and Linda are all praying and routing for you both in every way possible. Hang in there. The good Lord will provide.

  20. alana

    01. Feb, 2010

    Our prayers are with your Mom, you, and your family. Our strength and all miracles come from the Lord. May He heal, bless, and strengthen all of you.

  21. Deb Zemke

    01. Feb, 2010

    Terri, I’m so sorry to hear that news. Sending a ton of prayers for your Mom’s health and asking that you both be blessed with a miracle. Thinking of you in this difficult time and wishing you peace.

  22. Annie

    01. Feb, 2010

    Love, prayers and hope sent for you, your family and your Mom. Miracles DO happen! May the support you are receiving here help you through this trying time.

  23. Desiree

    31. Jan, 2010

    Terri, Linda and family, know that you are held in prayer and that prayer warriors encircle you now. The Peace of the Lord God be with you now and always.

  24. Mark Eaton

    31. Jan, 2010

    Dear Terri,
    Best wishes and prayers to you and your mom from England . Hoping one day you will come and tour the u.k. Just discovered your music and i’m quickly collecting your cd’s.
    Maybe one day we’ll get to see you live.
    All the best,keep fighting.
    Mark

  25. ian holdsworth

    31. Jan, 2010

    sorry i now what you doing through be positive and hope for the best your friends are there for you they love u and your fans do ian from hull england

  26. KickitOut

    30. Jan, 2010

    Dear Terri,
    so sorry to hear this news. sure hope your mom is not hurting right now and that you are home with her and not rolling along on a bus somewhere. you are in our thoughts. take care, harley

  27. Dianne Holzhauser

    30. Jan, 2010

    Terri, white energy, quiet peace, glowing love being sent to you and your Mom……

  28. pat

    30. Jan, 2010

    terri my prays go up for your mother every night be good to each other and take care.

  29. timothy senger

    30. Jan, 2010

    Greeting’s Terri, and i am sorry to hear about the news concerning your moms ct scan results, however i am a big believer in miracles and i know from experience that GOD
    ( JESUS ) is still in the miracle working realm to those who trust and believe that he is able.
    i want to let you know that i will be keeping her in my prayers and asking the LORD to do a great work in healing your mom.
    i also became a fan of yours on facebook today, one of my favorite songs to date is (slow news day )
    in any case i want to share something with you as a sorta of pick me up inspirational,

    ( I SAID TO THE MAN WHO STOOD AT THE GATE OF
    THE NEW YEAR, GIVE ME A LIGHT THAT I MAY TREAD SAFELY INTO THE UNKNOWN.
    AND HE REPLIED: GO OUT INTO THE DARKNESS AND PUT YOUR HAND INTO THE HAND OF GOD.
    THAT SHALL BE TO YOU BETTER THAN LIGHT AND SAFER THAN A KNOWN WAY. )

    with that my dear friend i will close out my little letter to you, and encourage you to believe with me for your mom to be healed completely.
    GOD bless you now.
    timothy senger

  30. Laraine

    30. Jan, 2010

    My prayers & thoughts are with you.

  31. Nikki aka Mommy2Faith

    30. Jan, 2010

    Terri,
    I am so sorry to hear this. I agree with what everyone has said. NO ONE should have to go thru this, but I have found out myself recently that it truly helps knowing that there is all this Love and Prayer out there and there are many people that you may not have met, but are Praying for your Mom and your family (Dad in my case). Take Care of you and yours and I too continue to Pray.
    Love, Nik

  32. TLSDemi

    30. Jan, 2010

    My prayers will be sent up for you & your family. Positive thoughts to you and your family as well Terri! God’s will be done.
    Much Love.

  33. Robin

    30. Jan, 2010

    I’m sorry to hear that Terri. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
    God Bless,
    Love,
    Robin

  34. Cuttin Up Radio

    29. Jan, 2010

    Our healing prayers for your Mother Terri, during these challenging times, may you be truly blessed with knowing that millions are praying and GOD IS IN CONTROL. Much love from your friends in Nashville, Tn. God Bless & Protect!

  35. Nadine

    29. Jan, 2010

    Terri,
    I cried tears of joy at your concert in Vancouver in October when you told us all that your Mom was doing well. I now cried tears of sadness as I read and heard on the radio that your Mom is once again ill. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
    Regards,
    Nadine Vegt
    Port Moody, B.C.

  36. Jackie Bumm

    29. Jan, 2010

    Terri,
    Be Strong, my Prayers are with you and your family…

  37. Sheena

    29. Jan, 2010

    Hey Terri,

    I’m sorry to hear about your mom. I know this is cliche but miracles happen every day. I’ll keep you both in my prayers.

  38. Kimm

    29. Jan, 2010

    Terri,
    Check out the website LAF.org. There is a great book to will help with all the aspects of treatment, recovery, and hope. It has helped many people I know deal with this devastating disease. I lost my mom 15 years ago and wish I would have had this as a resource.

    My Payers are with you and your Family –
    LiveStrong
    Kimm

  39. LINZ

    29. Jan, 2010

    My thoughts and prayers pour out to you and your family through this difficult time. She’s a fighter, she will give it her all!

  40. Gregory Bodnar

    29. Jan, 2010

    Terri-my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. I can appreciate what you are going through when I lost my mother from the same disease four years ago.

  41. andy

    29. Jan, 2010

    Terri, I can empathize with your situation. I lost my wife a little over 2 years ago to a cancer that was rare at the time. What kept me going and being a good husband was looking to Jesus Christ for His guidance. Because of that and listening to His voice, I was Blessed with being able to literally handing my wife to Our Lord. In you dark times, when all seams lost, and the suffering by you mom, your family and yourself, remember to look to Our Lord, Read His Word and He will Bless You in ways that right now are not even imaginable. If you had told me 5 years ago, that after waiting 41 years to find the one woman I was going to spend the rest of my life with, I would only get to spend 2 years, 4 months and 8 days with her and that during that time, 16 of those months would be her battling cancer and me standing beside her, Loving Her and Blessed By her presents without any regret for the short time or anger at God for giving her to me and then so quickly taking her away. That I would use that to further His Love to others. I would have thought you were crazy. So I submit to you, that even when you heart is breaking, and there seams to be no end to the pain. There is. May you find God’s Blessing and hold tight to Him, now and forever.
    God Bless You and Your Family
    Andy

  42. Cary

    28. Jan, 2010

    Your mom will be in my prayers Terri

  43. Alli

    28. Jan, 2010

    Terri,

    I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts are with you and your family.

    Alli

  44. scott bombik

    28. Jan, 2010

    both my parents had cancer,so i understand.
    My Mom beat hers,so maybe yours will too.

  45. HARVEY &TRICIA WEBER

    28. Jan, 2010

    SO SORRY TERRI, SHE IS IN OUR PRAYERS ALSO. WE TOO BELIEVE IN MIRACLES AND KNOW THAT WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE. GOD BLESS YOUR MOM AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU.

  46. Erica

    28. Jan, 2010

    Terri and Family,

    I’m sorry about this latets news. Even though I went through this with my dad, I’m still at a loss for words to comfort others. It hurts, it’s frustrating and it makes me mad that anyone has to go through this. I continue to pray for Linda and your entire family as I know this affects everyone deeply.

  47. cris

    28. Jan, 2010

    Your mom is in my thoughts and prayers, as are your entire family during this very difficult time.

  48. TParker

    28. Jan, 2010

    I will be praying for your mom and family. Don’t give up. God is still in the miracle working business. They happen everyday. Keep the faith.

  49. mamapizzo

    28. Jan, 2010

    Terri i’m so sorry to hear that i wish i had words that could help you. But i can’t even find word to help my son-in-law his father could not fight that figth anymore. all i know is keep you faith, family and friends colse they will help.

  50. Michelle

    28. Jan, 2010

    I also wish I could send flowers and a card to her to brighten her day.

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