March 19, 2014

Photo of the Week - Burr Trail Mile Marker 17.6 Panorama




Burr Trail, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah
(don't forget to click on the image to see it bigger)

I took this photo in April last year when we did some exploration of southern Utah, including the famed Burr Trail. Mr. Jim helped me out to a small area where I could set up my camera on a tripod and capture this panorama. With my unsteady feet and balance, I would not have been able to venture out to the spot without his assistance. The magnificent view overlooks Long Canyon and looks eastward to Capitol Reef National Park and Henry Mountains in the far distance. Circle Cliffs are located on the left-hand side of the frame. A German couple was stopped over by the roadside, and the fellow had his tripod set up to get a different vantage point. So I thought I would include him in the frame for some additional visual interest.

We will not be going on our planned trip to southeast Utah this month. We cancelled all of our reservations yesterday. Mr. Jim is not feeling well, and the doctor confirmed that he should not travel right now. He has fluid build-up in his abdominal cavity and blood tests show that the cancer marker is elevated. Mr. Jim will have the fluid removed this week, and next week he’ll resume chemotherapy treatments.

Prayers would be appreciated. Thank you.

P.S. The surgeon has subsequently determined that fluid removal will not be done because of possible risks.

23 comments:

  1. Oh no Donna! I'm sorry to hear that! I'll be praying for a quick recovery for your sweet husband.

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  2. What a beautiful view you captured with Mr. Jim's help. I was sorry to read the news and we are praying. Love to you both...

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  3. Oh Donna, so sorry to hear your news of cancellation, but health concerns must come first. Will be keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs and positive thoughts.

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  4. Oh Donna, I'm sorry to hear about the test results. I'll be praying.

    Such a beautiful photo.

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  5. Oh Donna I'm so sorry for you two! I wish I could make things better....Sending tons of prayer to Mr Jim AND you.....Gorgeous shot! I thought perhaps that might have been Mr Jim...
    ((((((HUG))))))

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  6. oh, no! i'm so sorry! especially after you had both been given the okay previously. bless you both, and bless jim...

    it is a beautiful scene you shared.

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  7. Beautiful photo. Not so great news. I'm sorry. Will definitely pray for you both.

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  8. I'm sad that you couldn't take your trip - but I'm thankful you learned of Jim's health needs before you were on the road. I'm praying - still am - won't stop! And sending hugs to you.
    ~Adrienne~

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  9. Oh I'm so sorry to hear about Mr Jim. Prayers will be coming your way.

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  10. I'm so sorry to hear this news...I'll be keeping you both in my prayers! XO

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  11. Donna,
    you're both tucked into prayer; my thoughts are focused on you both tonight. xo

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  12. I keep you both in my prayers. Things will work out for you to go later....it's just not the right time now. Sending you lots of extra hugs tonight my friend, Diane

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  13. My stomach sank when I read this. God Bless you, be strong, have hope and believe. You and Jim are in my prayer circle.

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  14. Dearest Donna and Mr. Jim - so very sorry you've had to cancel the trip. We are really sad that the issues with your health have caused this change in plans - but are glad you will at least be close to your own doctors and facilities if they are needed in the coming weeks.

    Bob and I are praying for you and hoping things improve soon.
    Be strong, know that we care A LOT.

    Hugs - Mary

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  15. Oh, I am so sorry to hear this news! You can be sure that I will continue to keep you and Jim in my prayers.

    The panoramic is gorgeous! You are a master at capturing a scene! I look at this photo and I see such majestic and such intricate detail...and I am reminded that the Creator of all this cares about the intimate details of our lives. {{hugs}}

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  16. Sorry to hear this. I hope that he feels better soon.

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  17. Aren't those rock formations absolutely mind boggling! Thanks sweet Donna for your encouraging support. My surgery is soon and I am soooooooo ready, now. ♥

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  18. Prayers going out for Jim, for sure. This photo is gorgeous! The "visual interest" part really adds a little zing to the shot. :)

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  19. Magnificent photo, especially after I clicked on it.
    So sorry to hear of Mr Jim not feeling so well.
    Such a shame, after all was so well with him.
    And to have to cancel your trip too.
    ;-(
    Hope your eyes are OK?

    My son in law has come down with the shingles, I am not sure I might have told you already, which means I have been a little busier helping to mind the children, especially the baby.

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  20. Oh Donna, I am so very sorry to hear this... Sorry you can't go on your trip--but even more sorry that Mr. Jim is not feeling well. God Bless him ---and YOU. Hopefully, you all will be able to go on this trip at a later date.

    Hugs and Prayers,
    Betsy

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  21. I'm sorry Donna; you and Jim in my prayers daily. God bless you both.
    xoxo

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  22. Donna
    I now understand your reason for not posting much now. You need to concentrate on what's important now, of course.
    Blessings_Kimberly

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  23. My thoughts, prayers, and earnest hopes for a better outcome are with you both always. I love you both.

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