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Prayer for Time: A Memoir
Once you have a confirmed diagnosis of cancer, you look at the world differently than before. Prayer for Time is an attempt to settle priorities before the end of life, and a reminder that what your children and friends remember about you will be a reflection of the next few month's interactions with them.
Dear Lord, Thank you for this day, and for the gift of Your creation.
It is early May when my wife Anne and I turn north off M-72 and head for the family cottage on Lake Skegemog. Four generations of our family have used the cottage for over forty years.
Today, the shore of our 2-mile wide by 3-mile long lake appears much the same as when Mother and Dad were first attracted to this territory. The lake symbolizes the stabilizing nature of this place for our family, providing a view that’s remained virtually the same over all the years we’ve come here.
I am fighting advanced prostate cancer (APC), which occurs when the disease returns, despite the initial treatment. I know that we all must die at some point, but a true sense of urgency followed my diagnosis. I need to make clear how I want my life to bear witness among my surviving family and friends.
I unpack the car and move bags of groceries, clothing, computer, printer, paper, pens and several favorite books into the cottage. My workspace is an open area on the second floor where I position my table to allow a direct view of the lake through large windows. I am ready to begin. I am home.
Dear Lord, Thank you for this day, and for the gift of Your creation.
It is early May when my wife Anne and I turn north off M-72 and head for the family cottage on Lake Skegemog. Four generations of our family have used the cottage for over forty years.
Today, the shore of our 2-mile wide by 3-mile long lake appears much the same as when Mother and Dad were first attracted to this territory. The lake symbolizes the stabilizing nature of this place for our family, providing a view that’s remained virtually the same over all the years we’ve come here.
I am fighting advanced prostate cancer (APC), which occurs when the disease returns, despite the initial treatment. I know that we all must die at some point, but a true sense of urgency followed my diagnosis. I need to make clear how I want my life to bear witness among my surviving family and friends.
I unpack the car and move bags of groceries, clothing, computer, printer, paper, pens and several favorite books into the cottage. My workspace is an open area on the second floor where I position my table to allow a direct view of the lake through large windows. I am ready to begin. I am home.
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First published January 14, 2014
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April 27, 2014I shared a breakfast table with Mr. Montgomery and his wife at the Festival of Faith and Writing. He kindly loaned me a copy of his short memoir. He has had more 'close calls' than the average guy - including being hit by a car as a youngster. Mr. Montgomery married a good woman, became a successful businessman and helped raise three children. A diagnosis of prostate cancer has caused him to re-order his priorities and develop a closer relationship with God, church and community. Mr. Montgomery's descendants will treasure his story. Folks with a new cancer diagnosis will find words for reflection.
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