Just wanted to let you all know Phoebe was stable enough to come home tonight. Amey will write an update after she gets some good hibernating done.
It’s often said about the matriarch of a family how she holds everything together and is someone who everyone can lean on and count on. The rock that holds the family together.
I have never really thought about Amy like that before. I have always thought she was an amazing mom and a great wife, but over the last couple days I have seen her in a different light. This experience has transformed us all in so many ways. But I feel like I have been watching Amey change from a young mother to something so much more.
It’s hard to explain, except to say that when it was just me and the boys here this week, there was a palpable sense that our nucleus was missing. Her foundation in the Lord and the truth of what that means practically in daily life, while going through hardship, has been an encouragement to me and so many others. Warts, pimples and all, she has not been afraid to share her faith, struggles and fears with the world.
And let me tell you, it’s not easy putting yourself out there for the general public to see your struggles and fears, your imperfections. I certainly don’t do it. I prefer to remain silent during the hard times.
Beyond theology, doctrine and saying or doing the right things, Amey has embodied the reality of what Christ manifest in our lives looks like. It’s not always perfect and it’s not always pretty, but at its root is love, peace, joy and most of all brings glory to God.
-Nathan
An Atypical Miracle 
Man, her writing skills must be affecting you. Well said. I’m just so so proud of you both.
To read your observation blesses and encourages me. Thank you for being courageous and humble enough to share it.
Well said Nathan! I heartily agree. Amazing women of God!
Thanks for sharing that Nathan, what a joy to read. 🙂
Lifting you all up in prayer. So glad to hear Phoebe is doing better.
Welcome home, Phoebe and Amey! Nathan, your words are so true! That woman you married is amazing… and how she has chosen to trust God in this season of her life and how she has shared your family’s struggles through words has challenged me and so many others to do exactly the same. And our constant prayers for Phoebe and all of you have kept us so close to God and recognizing who He is and who He wants to be in our lives. My prayer from the very beginning has been that God would be glorified in all of this. And He has been! And He will continue to be!!
Lots of love,
from the Frankes
Nathan,
I’ve been following and praying for you all since the beginning..I don’t know
you but I feel as if I do, and to myself, I call Phoebe my baby..always wondering daily how she is doing..You and Amey have been such an inspiration to me, and
have taught me so much about faith and grace. Thank you both for being so
transparent and real. There are many that pray for you all constantly. We will continue this assignment, and stand with you. Words cannot even express how much you and Amey bless me.
Mary
What a cute picture of Phoebe. Both of you are such inspiration to me. Raising our second family, Jeanne, at our age is such a joy–and often, too, a challenge. I constantly learn from you–reminding me that the greatest of these is love.
First, like everyone else, the photos of sweet Phoebe are always so inspiring, she simply is a earthly little angel.
Second, I have a few very dear people battling against end stage cancer, and I find such strength when I read your bogs. Its raw, yes, but its so hopeful, open and endearing. I can’t imagine the amount of strength and faith it takes to get through each day, but i believe you are serving the Lord more fully than you will ever imagine. Just hold each other closer and know, their are so many of us out here raising you up in prayer and loving you, and begging that each and everyday you feel the love of God surrounding you all and protecting you on your journey. Peace and love to each and everyone of you,
Love, a sister in Christ,
Debi
Prayers of thanksgiving that Phoebe is better and home! She and her parents show us Christ’s bright light!
Nathan, Thank you for step across your comfort zone to allow us to come along side your family…for sharing your heart and the reality. Life is messy but as you say full of the grace of God. We are praying. . .thanking the Lord that Phoebe is home. . .asking for his hand of rest to be on Amey, for His encouragement to invade your hearts and for his continued provision on all fronts.
love — Jeannie