Rhonda,
It is a very difficult for a mother to have to deal with.  I will be praying
for them.
Virgie and Hoshi
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From: "Rhonda" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 12:39 AM
Subject: how to answer


> Hi all, a friend of mine has a daughter who is Christa's age, that's my
> youngest* she has leukemia and is not doing well at all, they are using
> drugs that are trial medications that have devastating affects.  Christa
> asked me the question that often comes to all our minds when someone we
> care
> about has an incurable illness "Why?" doesn't God do something?
> How can I answer?  Then too, the thoughts come to my mind, what part does
> faith play in our prayers?   It is just such a sad situation, I can't even
> imagine seeing someone you love go through so much pain, and not being
> able
> to  help!
> I'd appreciate your prayers for Christian and family.
>
> Rhonda