Hi All - wanted to share this with all who care 4 RJ:
Last night Rick, Aimee and I attended the Matthew West Concert in Naperville. For those who do not know him, he is a grammy nominated Christian Rock singer - just awesome! He is a high school friend of mine and we got to see him backstage before the concert. We mentioned Rick's cancer to him so he can keep him in his prayers. During the concert, he played his new song, 'Survivor' off his new record which is all songs inspired by real people dealing with life's struggles and triumphs - The song Survivor is particulary about those with cancer and who are fighting this battle - before the song, he announced that this song was dedicated to the man he met before the show who was battling liver cancer, he said he saw 'strength', 'determination' and 'courage' in his eyes - He said that last nights performance of this song was for RICK! How absolutely awesome, wonderful and inspiring was that to know that prayers to God are being heard by song for Rick as well as our prayers! Needless to say, the inspiration to fight this battle was heightened, tears were pouring out (mainly by Aimee and I) and the determination for Rick that he will be a survivor surrounded us!
Just wanted to share this story - truly an amazing night for Rick!
Matthew West is a smart man! Yes, when you look in Rick's eyes you definitely see strength, a mountain of courage and a whole lotta determination! Awesome story, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteCrying right now!!! Rick is a survivor so is Aimee!!! With the help of friends and family and the healing power of prayer...We will get through this!!! Just another bump in the road for our family!!! Keep the prayers going!!! Love you guys!!!
ReplyDeleteRick - As we sat a couple rows behind you and Aimee at the Matthew West concert a few nights ago, it was so powerful to feel His love shining down. I felt His presence so strongly as He stood right there hugging you and Aimee. The power of a song...His song...keep holding on and keep fighting. You and your precious family are in Dan and my prayers.
ReplyDeleteAmy Rudakas (CCC)
Hey brother, my families thoughts and prayers are with ya. You will get through this in Jesus Name!!!!
ReplyDeleteWell i remember when I first came to Lifetime to work Rick was always so kind and Friendly making me feel great coming in that door to teach I never in the 5 years I have been there seen him in a bad mood always positive..Love that about you so keep that going and alway remember you can beat anything..You are in my prayers and thoughts you and your family and I am there if you or your family needs anything..Look forward to meeting your better half..Love ya and I am here..Colleete Richardson
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