Ken's sister took this photo a few days ago and sent it to me. He looks good but is really struggling emotionally as he grieves the sudden, unexpected loss of the daily life he was living, with no certainty that he will ever regain it... As you think of us, please pray for him, and for me as I explore the avenues we need to travel to get him back in our home as soon as possible! With much gratitude for the loving concern so many of you have been expressing! ♥️
Such a brave smile Barb. Give him our best wishes when you see him. I can imagine how his mind is worrying about his future. I guess a lot depends on the suitability of your house. I hope you have room for the use of a wheelchair at first anyway. Hope he’s not in any pain. Thinking of you both! XX
A big change and so quick too. I can see why he is struggling with the lack of independence. I do hope he can manage to return home again soon if your house is suitable for his needs.
A lovely photo of Ken, even as he struggles these days. I really hope there is a way that Ken can come home soon, Barb. I am sure that being at home and with you will help his recovery (not to mention his emotional state) tremendously! I really hope there is a way to make this happen. Sending much love and great strength to both of you! xo
You’ve been in my thoughts a lot, & I hope that it will be possible soon to bring him home to you… I’m sending you both thoughts of positivity, & good recovery. Stay strong… & look after you too.
He looks good here, but I understand. My husband had a stroke about a year ago while undergoing cancer treatment. He has worked hard to regain some normalcy. He has made good progress, and we have worked to adjust to some things that have changed. I pray for you both.
Heavenly Father,
We come to You with heavy hearts, lifting up Ken to You in this season of deep loss and confusion. Lord, You see the suddenness of what he’s facing—the grief not only of what has been lost, but of the life he knew and the daily rhythms that were once familiar. Surround him with Your peace that passes all understanding. When his emotions feel overwhelming and the path ahead feels uncertain, be his steady ground and his refuge.
Give Ken strength for each moment, clarity when his thoughts are clouded, and comfort when words fall short. Remind him that he is not alone, that You walk with him through this valley, and that his life still has purpose, even in this painful chapter.
We also lift up Barb to You, Lord. Grant her wisdom, patience, and endurance as she works to bring Ken back home. Calm her spirit amid the logistics and decisions she must make. Wrap her in Your assurance, and let her feel Your nearness in every step she takes. Provide the right people, open doors, and smooth the way ahead.
Lord, place caring hands and compassionate hearts around both Ken and Barb. Let them feel Your love through others, and let hope quietly take root even in the midst of sorrow. We trust them into Your loving care, knowing You are faithful and kind.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
@calm Thank you, Cathy! So glad that your hubby has made good progress and, yes, adjustments will be needed in our case when Ken finally is able to come home, but that will be a happy day for both of us!
@365projectorgheatherb Your love and concern always cheer me, Heather! Ken is slowly making headway, physically, but it will still be some time before he'll be released to come home. I believe you're right that being home will help him enormously! Thanks, again, for keeping us on your heart!🥰
@onewing Working on making the house adapted to Ken's being in a wheelchair, at least initially. Still trusting that he'll eventually be up behind his walker once more. Right now, though, the goal at rehab is to get him to the point that he can stand himself up and pivot to move from lift chair to wheelchair and from wheelchair to bed, or toilet, or car, etc. Thanks for keeping us both in your thoughts, Babs!
@happypat Hi, Pat! Yes, our home will accommodate the wheelchair and Ken's pain level is greatly reduced. Mainly, he is bored and lonely being so far from home with little to do. I am down in Missoula for four days each week and spend all day at the rehab with him. Have been staying at our son's home each night, sleeping on their sofa! It's the warmest and most comfortable place to do that in their home and it gives me opportunity to see our grandsons a little bit. Had a nice time watching some of the Olympic opening ceremonies with Kurtis last night and a bit of events this morning before driving back home for the weekend. Maybe tomorrow I can actually post a photo here on 365. I miss doing that!
@skipt07 Skip, thank you for your beautiful prayer for both Ken and me! God certainly inspired you to address exactly the right things in this season we've been in for over two months now. He is surely answering and I look forward to sharing your prayer with Ken when I phone him tomorrow! Thank you, again, for taking some moments to craft such a spot-on prayer! 😊💕
Such a brave & hopeful smile I see Barb...With God nothing is impossible & He has our every need in His Hand. I pray that as everything is unknown at the moment, that you both can trust that God will have Ken's next move planned.. It is very hard not knowing but, trust in Him, I know you both want to be together & that's what i pray for you. God bless you both as you trust in Him!
@bjywamer Thank you for this update, Barb. I read your comments to others as well. I am heartened to hear that Ken is making progress and that his pain level is much less, but what a difficult process for him, and for you! Day by day! I am so glad you are able to be with Ken through all of this, but I know that, more than anything, he needs to be home! Sending my love to you both and wishing you and Ken continued strength! xo
@bjywamer P.S. Barb, I'm so relieved to hear that you are staying at your son's place when you are in Missoula! How comforting for you to be with family at the end of each day! xo
@happysnaps Thanks so very much, Valerie, for your heartfelt prayers for Ken and for me! It's so encouraging to hear that folks like you, halfway around the world, are thinking of and praying for us! 🤗💕
AMEN to Skip's awesome prayer- and Lord, if there is a mission field or in this place for Barb and Ken could serve in this place or a person who needs to know the Good News, please let them know as this kind of ministry could make all the confusion and loss make sense. You called them once before, have you called them now? Give Barb wisdom and discernment, and bring restoration to Ken so that he can return home where his heart truly is. I pray all these things in the Name of Jesus!
February 9th, 2026
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We come to You with heavy hearts, lifting up Ken to You in this season of deep loss and confusion. Lord, You see the suddenness of what he’s facing—the grief not only of what has been lost, but of the life he knew and the daily rhythms that were once familiar. Surround him with Your peace that passes all understanding. When his emotions feel overwhelming and the path ahead feels uncertain, be his steady ground and his refuge.
Give Ken strength for each moment, clarity when his thoughts are clouded, and comfort when words fall short. Remind him that he is not alone, that You walk with him through this valley, and that his life still has purpose, even in this painful chapter.
We also lift up Barb to You, Lord. Grant her wisdom, patience, and endurance as she works to bring Ken back home. Calm her spirit amid the logistics and decisions she must make. Wrap her in Your assurance, and let her feel Your nearness in every step she takes. Provide the right people, open doors, and smooth the way ahead.
Lord, place caring hands and compassionate hearts around both Ken and Barb. Let them feel Your love through others, and let hope quietly take root even in the midst of sorrow. We trust them into Your loving care, knowing You are faithful and kind.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.