I have typed, erased, retyped, erased several time here. I've decided not to share all of the ups and downs of Glenn's medical condition right now as it changes hourly and I am learning that each measurement of oxygen, temperature, blood pressure is actually irrelevant. He is still very much with us- and he makes me smile and he makes me laugh even as we navigate the most painful of decisions.
He will never be defined by cancer. It cannot take our final days and control them- though sometimes it sure does have the upper hand. We are forever grateful for the love you all have shown- Team Gleason is strong. And it is a testament to what love can do.
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Thanks for the beautiful sunset, and for continuing to remind all of us to see the beauty in even the most difficult times. Continued love and prayers....Kristen
Amy and Glenn,
We wish you the time to share together now....I know it is a miracle you may be together at one anothers side to make one another laugh, even at the most trying times in ones life. No one can study for this or ever prepare for this, but from what I’ve experienced is that LIFE stands for Living, Identifying, Feeling and Empowering and this is the moment you both have now... We hold onto our wish to have you home, sharing time your family and friends. .... Carpe Dium Love Liz, Stefan, Sarah Alexandra and Baby-to-Be
"The most wasted day of all is that in which you have not laughed"
Amist all that you both are going through,
the fact that your love can make you smile, and make you laugh truely makes you blessed.
My prayers are with you. God Bless.
Donna
Glenn and Amy - you are both an inspiration to so many. Your strength is unsurpassed by any other. Your love is felt so strong and your passion so deep. Every day you are in my prayers and I hope for that miracle. God Bless you both and your children during these most difficult times. Matt Kirby
Amy - Love is what defines you and Glenn.
Cancer can't even come close. You two give a whole new level of meaning to "love conquers all". We love you and are praying for you. Praying you continue to have the strength you need to face this, you have done a fabulous job so far, we are all in awe. Hugs and prayers.
Love,
Kuntal & Pat
Amy and Glenn,
We are praying for a miracle and agree love is so powerful and love can move mountains. Know that your family is loved by so many and we are finding a deeper meaning of life through your journey. Hugs and prayers.
The Matons
Glenn and Amy - Cancer never has and never will define you guys - LOVE, CARING, & SHARING is what defines you and your families - Enjoy every sunset and especially every sunrise with each other - just continue to LOVE, LAUGH AND ENJOY all things - hopefully at home with all your loved ones surrounding you both and the children - My Irish prayers will always continue for you all - Theresa
Hi Glenn and Amy,
I am speechless, and shocked, and the return of the leukemia. I first met Glenn through Dewey Companies several years ago when we worked on the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. He definitely left an impression with me, and it was an absolute pleasure to work with him in the following years while I worked at Brendan Boroski Advertising. He always knows how to lift your spirit and make you laugh. Glenn - I can honestly say that you are one of my favorite people. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sara Fox
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Team at The Payroll Factory
I cannot begin to put into words what I'm feeling for all of you. Prayers don't seem like enough, but I continue to burn up the prayer tower! Your strength, inspiration, honesty and devotion to one another through this journey has been amazing and you have personally changed how I look at life, what's really important, and how we need to embrace life to the fullest. I love you for that.
My thoughts continue to be with you and I'm blessed you've been a part of my life. Michele
Love, prayers and hugs!!!
Trisha
Many prayers from Wyoming for peace and strength for you all. You're in my heart in a huge way.
Sherry Gardner (Andrew Phillips's mom)
Glenn,
You will never be defined by cancer. You will always be defined in my mind as a kind and caring brother-in-law and uncle and friend, among so many other wonderful things. You are the guy who made a big deal out of my first child when we came to Pittsburgh and you were worried about your own child. You are the guy who stopped to get me donuts before coming to hold my second child in the hospital on the day she was born. You are the guy who held that same child through the Malvern Halloween Parade and trick-or-treating for me when I was pregnant with the third child. Perhaps those are what people mean when they speak of everyday miracles -- the moments that define who we are, not some terrible disease we all want desperately to pray away.
I love you, Glenn.
Karen
You are both amazing. Jen K.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dana P.
You are a living testimony of the peace that God gives. Your attitudes, your love for each other, your patience, your ability to have such a humbling effect on everyone that reads your posts; God is working through you. God bless you. You are all in my prayers.
Fran C.
Amy,
As always I am awed by your love, strength and voice. Hoping that you find laughter and peace in these days.
So much love,
Andrea
Cancer SUCKS!!
Diane in NJ
Amy~
Your always in my prayers and thoughts! Your children are beatiful and amazing!Faith will hold onto your family. Lots of love
You both take my breath away...God Bless you and keep you.
Every so often and for whatever reason some person makes a profound and lasting change in your life. Often times, these people are unaware of the influence they have had. I want you to know Glenn that you have instituted an undeniable change in my life for which I will be forever grateful. Your energy today is as powerful as it has ever been and continues to be felt by me and so many others that you and your family have touched. Stay strong my friend.
Gary
Amy,
You are incredible! May God continue to bless you and Glenn with the grace you need during this time. We pray for you and your immediate family...and your extended family every day.
The Belks
Amy and Glenn,
Our prayers are always with you, to understand God's will and to provide the strength to carry it out.
Steve
Amy and Glenn,
I've just learned the update on Glenn's condition...and my heart goes out to both of you and your family. I agree with so many other of your friends who have expressed how much you BOTH are an inspiration - to me and others I've told of your courageousness, incredible optimism and humor.
My thoughts are with you and sending good vibes from Center City.
Love,
Val
Believe, Achieve, Inspire...
Words said 2+ years ago... that you both have and continue to fulfill every day to an amazing degree. Thank You!
Love You Guys! ~ Steph M.
Amy and Glenn and all your families-
Having been in the "in between" almost three years ago now, I pray daily for acceptance of God's Plan for you all and for us all. With great respect for previous comments, I have learned that I will never understand it and to keep trying wastes so much energy that can be beetter used for loving and not anger.
I am with you on your journey and love you all!
Cary
Dear Amy and Glenn,
Thank you for continuing to reach out to those of us who cannot be there with you. It is a gift too great to expect, yet treasured beyond my ability to express it. And thank you for being so full of love that there is enough for all to share. I pray every day that you both get home, soon.
Love, Lynne
Glenn and family
You are in are hearts, minds and spirit as we all are sending love and prayers your way.
God bless
Bonnie
Holding you tight...want you both to know Colby had two great days in school. He is a precious little boy! Please take comfort in knowing we love him so much and he's getting good hugs at school. Wish I could in some way get them to both of you...hmmm... I'll send them along in Colby's schoolbag. I'll send plenty for both of you, Samanatha, Chase , grandma and anyone you choose to share them with. Thinking of you all of the time...sending you love and postitive energy while at the same time feeling like I'm the one gaining strength from you...love to you...love to you...love to you!
loving you and thinking of you...
Love you,
Dawn
Glenn, I have never met you, but I know what an amazing person you are by how wonderful your two little boys are (I don't know Samantha either!), and by the amazingly strong, unwavering, and genuine love between you that is so evident in Amy's posts. You have made such an impression on me- I am inspired by your whole family's strength and positive outlook on life. I feel like you have shown us all what true love is (not JUST the family love, but also the soul-mate true love so apparent between you and Amy), how to fight with all our might, how to soak in every moment. I don't think I have ever felt like I wanted to fix something so badly for someone I have never met before. I will continue to pray for you and your family.
Lauren from CMLS
Sending our love - Praying for a miracle.
Thanking you for teaching us that -
"yesterday is history - tomorrow is a mystery - Today is a GIFT"
so much more.......
Linda
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