I am at a loss as to how to word this. Sunday Daddy flew with our Autumn – the only blue-eyed one of the bunch to Phoenix to meet with some doctors and have some more intricate testing done.
Autumn has been having symptoms for several months. Weird symptoms. Actually really weird symptoms. But as the mom, I hate to admit that I just never put it all together, with the trauma of the fire consuming most of my thoughts. Thankfully a kind doctor here,after hearing all the symptoms, said, “All these things are not normal.” She ran some tests. When those came back positive she ran some more tests. She said we needed to get to a specialist.
Yesterday afternoon we learned that Autumn has a tumor in the pituitary part of her brain. Please continue to pray for Autumn and for us as her parents. Yes, we know that God is faithful and that this is no surprise to Him. BUT we are still very human and this is scary for Autumn, for us, for her siblings, and truthfully guys I am just weepy and overwhelmed. I never was too good at hitting a curve ball and between this and the fire…….
We know our bloggy friends will be praying and we thank you in advance. We desperately need them!
*This picture was taken when we were hunting for a Christmas tree in the National Forest this past December. It’s one of my favorites of me and our precious blue-eyed baby girl. (And yes, that’s what I call her all the time.)
Praying for your sweet Autumn!
Oh my goodness….such heavy news. Please know that I am standing with all of you in prayer, lifting up your precious blue-eyed baby girl to the Great Physician.
Love you guys and appreciate you so much.
Praying for your family and praying that God will touch Autumn and heal her. I cannot imagine what you all are going through right now. Jesus be near!
blog lurker from canada
and sister to 2 from Haiti.
Praying for Divine Healing for your “blue-eyed girl” and peace and comfort for your family during this time. Praise God for the observant doctor who knew to investigate Autumn’s symptoms further. Praying for the doctor hand-picked by God to treat your precious baby girl.
Oh no….I’m speechless. Autumn, you will definitely be in our prayers. Linny, we will continue to pray for your family. Hugs and love..
Linny,
I am new to your blog and will be fervently praying to our Great God on your girl’s behalf…. you all have been hit with so much lately. I love intercessing in prayer 🙂
Also, if it is any consolation to you, i am an old neuro ICU nurse, and these pit tumors are HIGHLY treatable…. and YES they cause bizarre symtoms. I worked at Emory Hospital in Atlanta where they did bunches of these. I know this will indeed be a trial, but also have faith, that you all WILL make it through this and the sun will come out again. Know that you have one in Chattanooga praying on your family’s behalf!
with love,
tabitha
Oh, Linny, I am sooo sorry….we will be praying!!! What will the Dr.s do?
There are no words! I am so sorry! I will pray for her!
Dear Linny,
I am so sorry that you (all of you) and Autumn are going through this scary time. My heart goes out to you. You’ve been through so much.
I want you to know that one of my brothers-in-law had a similar diagnosis about a year and a half ago. There are amazing new treatments out now and more on the horizon. He is doing very well and his prognosis is wonderful. I tell you this to let you know that there is much medically to give you great hope…and, of course, there is everything hopeful and all things are possible because God’s Light is shining all over your precious blue-eyed baby girl.
With Much Love (and you know my prayers for you and yours are unending…), Ame
We will be praying for her.
I will be praying for Autumn and your whole family. We will pray for healing and comfort during this hard time.
Lisa from Ohio
The Lord lead me to this verse for Autumn:
“The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” DEUT 31:8
be assured the enemy does NOT like this precious work of gathering and loving on all these precious children… there is great risk, and I believe that the battle is heating up…. but HE HAS ALREADY overcome…. He fights FOR you…. your family is GREATLY LOVED by HIM, and you have not escaped HIS LOVE.
praying~
tabitha
oh my. what a frightening thing to hear. definitely lifting you all up in prayers.
You guys are in my prayers.
Oh my goodness! We are praying for you here in Ohio! You have gone through so much with grace and strength, and we will continue to pray for you, Autumn, and everyone through yet another trial.
All the best,
Nicole A. in OH
Oh Linny..
Your family is in my prayers. Your sweet daughter at the top of my list. I can’t imagine. You are not alone in this fight.
In Christ,
Kelly
Linny
Autumn will be in my prayer (You and Dw also). God has GREAT plans for Autumn!!!
Jeremiah 29:11
Machell Rogers
So sorry to hear… do they know yet if it is operable, if it is benign or what the deal is?
Do they know if it is benign or if it is operable or will they have to go in to find out?
I’m so sorry to hear the news, I will being praying faithfully…
Linny, I am so sorry.
It’s so hard to know what to say. You know I’m praying for you and your family. Nope, I mean our whole family (and several friends) are praying for you and your family. Please let Autumn know this.
We love you, my friend.
You are in our thoughts and prayers as God uses yet again to witness for HIM. Trust in His promises!! Lots of prayers heading your way!
Oh Linny, I am soooo sorry to hear this news. My heart and prayers go out to you, Autumn, and the rest of your family. You are really being tested right now, but I know that you will pass the test with flying colors no matter the outcome.
He is in control, watching down on you, and feeling your pain right now.
Please know that I will be praying for you and if there is ANYthing that you need, or ANYthing that we, your bloggy friends can do, please do not hesitate to ask.
Blessings,
Mandi
Since I spoke with your husband on Monday, my wife and I have been checking for an update. Brenda and I will be lifting up Autumn and the rest of the family – we will believe with you!
I am praying for complete healing and for you to have the peace of God.
Love and Prayers,
Holly
Oh, my. I’m so sorry for that diagnosis and she and the family will definitely be in my prayers.
Oh bless you and your family! You will remain in my prayers. I know that He holds you tightly and will remain with you through these steps. {{{hugs}}}
Heather (FL)
You know that I am praying sweet friend.
Call or text if you need me…I’m always here for you.
Love you so much,
Lori
I’m sorry that you’re having to deal with this in addition to all of the other things going on right now. My family and I will keep your family in our prayers.
Oh Linny—ABSOLUTELY I will be praying. I can only imagine how frightening it must be for Autumn, and for you and Dw. Calling on THE HEALER to touch her brain and bring total and complete healing. We KNOW He can do it. Praise God it has been found, and can now be treated.
Praying for your heart and your emotions, dear friend. Praying for your Autumn. Yes, you are right, this has not taken God by surprise. Trusting in His miracle working power.
That is such a gorgeous picture.
Sending you the hugest e-mail hug.
I actually went through this myself not too long ago, after a ton of tests they told me they were "99% sure" I had a tumor on either my pituitary gland or my adrenal glands (on top of the kidneys), and prepared me for what would come next. They then told me it was something different. Then told me no, it was the tumors. They did this to me THREE TIMES before I moved half way across the country and had a second opinion from the hospital here. After probably close to 6 months of this, they finally ran enough tests to give me a totally different diagnosis, but it was definitely a very scary experience.
Praying for Autumn & your family! He is a better physician than any doctor will ever be.
Hi, this is my first time visiting your blog and I just want to say I am sorry this is happening to your baby girl. I will keep her and your family in my prayers.
Oh my! I’m glad God is never over-whelmed, but at this point I think even you might be a bit overwhelmed. I’m not sure why God is allowing the testing, but I guess go back to Job.
Prayers for you all and esp. Autumn and her Drs.
I will be keeping you all in my prayers. Jenne in OR
Oh my! I’m SO SORRY to hear this! Bless your hearts.. I know how you’re feeling, I remember all too well those early days after our son was diagnosed with cancer. I’m just SO VERY THANKFUL that your HOPE is in JESUS! HE IS our HEALER, Amen??
I have a friend who’s son also has a brain tumor. (He was treated at St. Jude.. he’s doing well) You can find her blog at susan2956.blogspot.com (She’s on at least one brain tumor list and maybe more.. knows a lot about them) She’s an AMAZING Christian lady!
If you guys end up at St. Jude let me know.. we’re only a couple of hours from there. We also have some friends in Memphis that would probably be able to help you find a place to stay. (That’s assuming that more than 4 of you would go there at a time.. St. Jude will house up to 4 people at a time) It might be that you could stay with our friends at no cost. Again, just let me know if you head that direction. (email me at nason5@aol.com)
We will be PRAYING!
Love,
Tonya
We are praying!! Like you said, this is not new to God and He is already steps ahead of you and the doctors! Isn’t that a glorious thought? He has you all tightly in His Hands and He will carry you all through this!!
Praying, and praying, and praying for your precious blue-eyed baby girl, and for you Linny and Dwight, for her brothers and sisters, and all who love your sweet Autumn girl.
Bring healing Lord. You alone are Able and You alone are greatly to be praised. Our hope is in You, Autumn’s hope is in You. We pray Lord that you will restore her body to health. Wrap your loving arms wide around this precious family Lord and hold them close. We pray that You will be their ever present help in time of trouble. In Jesus Mighty Name, Amen!
Love you guys so very much, lifting you up.
Tina
Oh, Linny, my heart is breaking!!!
We are praying for Autumn and the whole family!!!! How great is our God(that is playing on your blog
right now as I write) He is GREAT!!!!!! Praying Gods healing on
Autumn. I am sitting here asking
GOD what is going on here?? This is when I wish we could see the whole picture, what is in the future. It is a faith walk. Each little baby step we take. Hold on
Linny. Hold on to Jesus.
Love you bunches, Donita
Praying for the storms to stop. Praying for calmness in your life. Praying for complete healing for Autumn. Praying for a time of peace in your life.
Hugs from Indiana!!!
Hey we are ALL praying here for all of you guys. For His healing over Autumn and His overwhelming spirit of peace and comfort upon all of you as you guys go through this together. Wish I could be there to help out with anything you needed to try an make it easier! Do let me know if there is anything more I can do from here.
Joshua
Praying for Autumn and your entire family!!!!
Oh, I have been wondering. We will add this to our prayer list.
A bloggy friend is praying from WV!!
I have not commented in quite awhile, but I still read your updates faithfully.
Oh my goodness I can’t even imagine what you are going through right now.
Praying that His grace would be sufficient for you in this difficult time and that the Great Physician would be glorified through His working in Autumn’s life…
I’ve followed your blog since shortly after the fire, but I’ve never commented here. It just seems so unfair — how much should one family have to go through? I wanted to let you know that I am praying for Autumn and for your family.
OH, LINNY!!! How Satan hates you Saunders! And we all know what that says ABOUT you all! I will be praying…Autumn must be scared, it’s only human! Poor little girl (I don’t care HOW old she is, she’s still your little girl!!!!) Hugs and love coming your way BIG TIME from CT!!!!
Nancy (ShaoXi’s Mama)
Oh Linny, I am praying for your sweet girl (I don’t think, being a stranger, I can get away with calling her “blue-eyed baby girl”) and for you guys!! It is just unreal how much you all have been hit with the past few months. Truly you must be doing an amazing work for God’s kingdom for the devil to be targeting you so harshly! I am so sorry that you guys are having to deal with this, and will be praying for you all. Thank you for letting us in, and please keep us updated! I feel like I have gotten to know your family so well the past few months and love you dearly!
Praying and praying and praying some more. God’s hand rests upon you even in the darkest days, you know that well and He will lift all of you through this. May his loving hand protect Autumn through the next phase of her life, it isn’t going to be easy, but all things are possible through Him. May God bless you and keep you, all of you.
Praying for Autumn and your family!
Oh dear Lord, watch over this family. Wrap Your loving arms around Autumn, Linny, Dw, and all of their kids. Give them the strength to get through this. Give them comfort. Amen.
I am on my knees for your beautiful daughter. I am praying so hard. May God watch over you.
Love, Mal
I’m usually just a lurker around here… but I thought I’d stop in and say that I’m saying so many prayers for you, Autumn and your whole family. Stay strong and much love from Kansas.
This is my first comment on your blog, but I wanted to let you know that I will be praying for healing for your daughter. May the Lord surround you all and her with a deep sense of peace and grace through this situation. And may He glorify His name in Autumn’s life through whatever His will is.
On our knees and praying here in Arizona.
I am so sorry for Autumnand you and the rest ofyour family. You are being tested so strongly~~soon Satan will have to figure out that you ARE NOT giving in to him. My prayers are lifted up to God and my love sent to CO.
May the peace that passeth all understanding wash over your family and bring comfort in this time of uncertainty.
Tammy
Oh my goodness. I read on Abby’s twiter updates that she has a pituitary tumor, but I didn’t know what that is unly now when I read it here.
I will moste definitely keep her and all of you in my prayers.
I am so sory there are so much going on in your family that make you vulnerable.
I pray you find rest, peace and comfort in Christ alone.
-I.
Praying for my friends.
Thank you so much for the sweet comment on my blog. You are such an inspiration. I have been waiting for when you would post about your Autumn. She is so gorgeous. My heart is aching for you and your family. I will be praying for you all. Please keep us updated.
Love from KY
Autumn is in our prayers…I have been praying for her every time she comes to mind. We stand in faith over her healing in Jesus Name. Love you guys!
Linn,
Satan is just attacking your family in all directions, and has been for quite sometime. I am just feeling overwhelmed and honestly really mad right now. I am furious that he has the ability to do the harm that he is doing. I know that you have many on here that are praying for you and im sure many others. My prayer is that God will take all of those prayers and use them as a wall of protection around your family, one that Satan can no longer penetrate. I KNOW that God can accomplish miracles to cause us all to be in awe and Im praying that this will be one of those times. Im praying that He will just completely disinegrate that tumor in Autumn and cause us to all be in Awe of His power. Sending you love from Arizona.
Oh Linny …
I am sooo…. sorry! Wish I were there to give you a big hug.
Dear Lord,
We lift this dear family up to you right now. Please hold Linny in your arms, as I know she doesn’t think she can handle this “one more thing” .
I pray for Autumn … that you would bring complete healing to her precious body, and that you would give her a peace that surpasses understanding. That you would teach her whatever You would want her to learn through this, and that she would come out of this trial with a GREAT testimony of your love and grace.
I pray for Linny and DW … that you would give them strength and peace. That you would help them to walk through each new day, and what it might bring. That you would help them to be able to help all the little ones to trust in You in this difficult time.
I pray for the doctors … that You would give them wisdom that could only come from You. That they would know when to be aggressive, and when to wait. That they would clearly see the course of action that needs to be taken.
Thank you Lord, for hearing our prayers!
Linny … Although we haven’t yet met … we LOVE you guys and will keep you all in our prayers.
Laurel
Yes, we will pray for Autumn. 23 years ago Kevin had a cancer in his salivary gland that had come from a skin cancer. Scary time, but Kevin is here today! We pray for the doctor’s skills and Autumn’s healing!!
God bless you Autumn.
Love in Christ –
Janet, Kevin, Ted, and Philip
Praying for your sweet Autumn and for your dear family.
Keri
Prayers for all of you. My mother had a pituitary tumor in 2006 and she’s perfectly fine now after having it removed. You all will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers as you travel this road.
I’m sure this is difficult news for you (let alone Autumn). I’ll keep you in my prayers.
I had a pituitary tumor in my early 20’s, so if you would like to know more about my story, feel free to email me at
wyochinagirl at gmail dot com
Love, Barb (WY)
Hang in there, Linny. I am lifting you up in prayer right now as I write!
Oh, Linny, I am so sorry to hear this. I will pray that the drs. can find a good cause of action and for peace for all of you.
Hi Linny,
I’m a friend of Tonya Nason’s. She sent me over here.
She really loves you guys.
Well, my son has a brain tumor in the exact same area.
He was dx at 16, he’s doing great now, 23.
If you’d like to chat here is my email.
I’d love to answer ANY questions you have, we’ve been down this road.
Here’s my email:
Susan2956@yahoo.com
God will be with you on your journey. I’ll be praying and love to help out in any way!
Blessings♥
Susan
Oh my goodness. I will most certainly keep on praying for you and your family, Linn. It just seems like too much to bear at this point in time, doesn’t it? Just remember “If God brings you to it, He will get you thru it.”
lots of love coming at you from here! Prayers, too!
Linny and Family-
We will be praying for your precious blue eyed girl. She is beautiful and I bet you are all scared. I can feel the knot in my stomach and getting teary all the way to MN.
Praying and Praying.
Hugs to you,
Jean
I most certainly will be praying that the Lord will uphold each and every one of you during this difficult time…..
I’m a blog lurker. I’m saying prayers for you and your family. I’m sorry for the trials you are experiencing. I’m so glad that you have a relationship with our Lord and savior that helps you through these tough times. God is good all the time.
oh Linn, I am praying for you and DW and Autumn. I know first hand that a serious diagnosis is so hard to receive. But I also know that focusing on that makes it so much bigger. Cry as much as you all need. Lean on the Lord and obtain His grace, but then gird your loins and pepare for battle. Know you are surrounded with people who love you and are praying FOR you and for healing. And Linn, do not feel guilt– it is not your fault in any way. Autumn, oh, honey. My heart cries out for you. I was in similar shoes after my 3rd baby was born. God gave me a verse “I was saved from death that I might praise you in the public places” Sweetie, this is only the valley of the shadow of death, not death itself. Greater is HE that is in you than he that is in the world. Soak up scriptures to stand on. Surround yourself with support. It is hard to be spiritually strong when you are physically tired. try to eliminate any other things that stress you from your life.(even negative people!)
We are praying for you Autumn (and Saunders Fam.). I can’t imagine what you must be going through with your diagnosis. I will be pryaing the Lord gives you an awesome vision of his Power in the midst of this trial. For we know that He is a Mighty God and that all who put their trust in Him will not be dissappointed.
Much Love, Chelsea
I am praying. May our dear, precious Father be your strength and your peace right now. I’m asking Him for healing for your precious girl.
Blessings,
Sarah
I’ve been rapying for guys since the fire and I’m heartbroken to hear about Autumn. May the Lord bring healing or strength what ever is His will. You’re on our prayers.
Linny & Dwight, I'm so sorry that your family is now dealing with yet another extremely difficult situation. I won't offer any platitudes, because you know our Creator's love and power so mightily already. I will tell you that I will be on my knees with you and supporting you (in spirit) through all of this.
Autumn – You are such a beautiful, beautiful girl, on the inside and outside. I pray that the Lord will hold you especially close during this scary season and give you His amazing peace. Know that you are loved and being prayed for.
With love & tears,
Amy in OR
Oh Linn and family we will pray for complete healing and strength for Autumn and all of you. This is just one more way that Satan is trying to work against you. We know better, we know you will win this battle. God be with all of you. Love, Faye
God has mighty plans for your precious family…. obviously.
We will indeed uphold Autumn/ (and her parents!) in prayer. Please keep us posted!
Good gracious!! You’ve certainly been hit with uncertain times and events lately. Know that your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers, and especially, at this time, your precious blue-eyed baby girl.
I am so sorry to hear this. Am praying for you now.
I am praying!
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10
Love, Jan in TX
~Isaiah 41:10~
Love, Jenny
I wish I could think of something more profound, but please know that we are praying for you & loving you. Autumn is so sweet, & special to us. We love her dearly.
I am so praying for you guys !!!!!!
Melissa in Ky
Wow, Linny. I will be praying for Autumn. My brother-in-law, Jack, just got diagnosed with the same thing. Thankfully, he can be treated with medication and shouldn’t need surgery. I will be praying for the same thing for Autumn. He is able, Linny. We will be praying for you as you weather another storm.
Hugs,
Robin
I’m so sorry to hear about Autumn. She has been on my mind ever since you originally posted about her, and I’ve been saying so many prayers for her. I’ll continue to pray that the doctors will have wisdom in treating this, that her body will respond miraculously well, and for comfort for her and your whole family.
~Amy
I’m sad for you all and will be lifting Autumn in prayer and for you, Dw and family to be strong.
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Oh Linn, this news literally took my breath away. Praying for you all during this frightening time.
Find strength in the knowledge that He sends these challenges to you because He knows you can handle them.
Lifting your blee-eyed girl up from down here in Texas. God is in control of EVERYTHING!
I am sry for the bad news, but what a mighty God we serve and we claim a healing in the name of Jesus.
Peace,
:)De
My prayers are with you and your family and I will stand firm with you that we worship a healing God and Autumn will make a full recovery!
Linny,
My dad had a tumor on his pituitary several years ago. I don’t know what they are saying about Autumn’s, but his was the size of a grape and they went in through his nose and removed it. He never had any more issues with it after that.
I know how scared we were to hear the words “tumor” and “brain” together. I hope it encourages you to know that there are others who have had this and had it successfully dealt with.
I’ll be praying for you.
sherri
6gr8kids@buskerdoo.com
Her eyes look SO BLUE in that photo. It’s beautiful photo of both of you! We will pray that God gives you extraordinary peace about what to do. Thankfully, HE knew about this situation before you did and HE is already working to HIS glory. We will pray that God will give you and the doctors wisdom in your difficult choices.
Dwight & Linny,
I plead the Blood of Jesus over your family. I command that tumor in Autumn's pituitary to shrivel up & die, in the Name of Jesus!!!!!
Wrapping my arms around you all in prayer, Susan
Oh Linny.
I’m weepy too.
But I am so very glad that God led Autumny to the doctor for this. Though I am continuing to pray for DIVINE healing of your blue-eyed baby girl.
You are so precious Autumny – praying for you in WA.
I am saddened by the report of your third terrible, no good, very bad happenings in a row. I know that God does not give one more than they can handle – but this is more than enough!!!!
Praying for a respite in your troubles, patience in your healing, and health to deal with all of this.
Mary McG
in TN
Linny we will be adding our prayers to the chorus for your precious girl. And for you guys – strength, peace, health and comfort for you all. Love Fi
precious girl, is right!
you know i am praying for all
xx,c
I will add Autumn to my prayer list…
Linny, if you get the chance, please read 2 Samuel 22.
I think the only thing I can give you for encouragement and strength is God’s Word…
You are in His embrace!
I was filled with sadness upon reading your blog today. I can sympathize with your pain as I too know the fear and many other emotions of tumors and cancer. I will be brief as there aren’t many earthly words that can banish those thoughts. I am uplifted that you have a wonderful place of support in the church and your many caring friends, as I have felt their love as well. . You know more so than I the greatness and power of the Lord, and the power of faith and prayer. Know that I will be praying for you as others have done for me. God bless you, Dwight and Autumn, and the rest of your wonderful family and be with you in your time of need.
Your friend through Christ,
Michael
I am so sorry you received that diagnosis today. I found your blog the day after the fire and have read from since then. I have never taken the time to sign before. Just wanted to let you know that Autumn and your entire family are in my prayers! The Lord will bring you through this like only He can.
Lifting the Saunders higher than ever in prayer!! Love you guys!!
Praying! Praying! and Praising God that the specialist was able to give you a diagnosis!
Praying that God will reveal what plan of attack will be best for Autumn!
I am praying for you!!!!!!! I do not know you but have been checking in every once in awhile. You bet I’ll pray my little knees off for you and Autumn!
Yes, my dear Mrs. Linny, Autumn and all of your family will be in my prayers.
Oh goodness I’m so so sorry to hear this. I know you will give more info soon, but is it malignant or no? I’ll be praying for Autumn and for all of you.
I’ve only followed your blog for a short while, but I have found encouragement, faith, hope and loads of love on every page I’ve read. I can’t imagine what you must be feeling right now, but please know that we will be praying for Autumn and for each of you as you navigate this part of the path. I suspect another beautiful thing for your memorial box is found on this path, as I know God will show Himself faithful once again. Thank you for your “realness” and your honesty that are woven through these pages – they are a testament to an amazing, loving God pouring His love and life through a willing vessel!!! Bless you and know there is one more family out here praying for you guys!!
Love,
Doug, Steph, Hannah, Noah, Samuel, Hope, and AJ
My thoughts and prayers are with. I know we don’t know each other at all, but I want you to know I think you are an amazing woman. You truly are an inspiration.
Cami
Still praying for you guys here in Alberta, Canada and will definitely “turn it up a notch” for this too! Blessings to you, your family and especially to Autumn!
I am so sorry for this diagnosis. How is Autumn doing at this point? Will surgery be involved? Autumn and your family will definitely be in my prayers.
Oh sweet Linn. I just want to throw my hands up on your behalf and ask how much is enough? My heart goes out to you and your whole family. You are 100% right though, none of this is a surprise to our precious Jesus.
I have seen, personally, so much healing in the last two weeks. Absolute miracles. My mom had a maligant polyp on her colon that is now completely BENIGN. We serve a healing God, I will pray on my knees for Autumn. And for her sweet broken spirited parents.
I am so sorry this season of your life has been so very difficult. There is something huge happening though, and I can hardly wait to see Jesus glorified through it.
Oh, Linny, though I haven’t met you and your dear family, my heart aches at this news today. Please know that I will be praying for Autumn, you and your husband and the rest of your children in this trial.
I put a prayer post on my blog for your family.
Hugs!
Laurel
Hugs and prayers to you and your sweet Autumn. I can’t imagine Linn with all you’ve already been through. God is faithful.
I will be praying.
Yall are the third family that I know, well two I know and you I dont, that has had a family member who found out they had a tumor on the brain. I will be praying for you blue eyed girl and your blue haired girl! 😉
Oh, my goodness! There are no words, at this time, other than, “I will be praying.”
God IS strong in our weakness. He is crying with you right now. He loves you and your sweet daughter.
Hold on to Him.
Praying for your precious daughter. God bless you.
I’m praying!! Rest on the promises of God (esp 1 Peter 2:24 – she HAS been healed).
You know Scott Hamilton (the ice skater)? He’s an amazing Christian man and he survived a brain tumor and I’m pretty sure it was a pituitary one as well.
Lin, I’m sorry to hear about Autumn and we will be praying for you all even harder than we have been. My daughter is missing most of her pituitary gland among some other issues, if you have any questions about how some of this may affect her please let me know. Sarah from NM
From a mother of a daughter named Autumn (a rare name so when I see someone else with it it makes me stop and look), I am praying for you and your Autumn. God is BIGGER than this!!!!
just wanted to let you know that i am added autumn and your family to my prayers.
you are right, this didn’t surprise God and He is always faithful. may He be glorified in Autumn’s diagnosis and journey!
Our family will be praying for Autumn and for all of you.
Sweet bloggy friend, How I wish I could put my arms around you and give you a hug and a tissue for those weepy eyes. I sit here typing this listening to “I will worship while I’m waiting…” While you wait for His healing I pray that He gives you the strength to get through another bump in this road. I am lifting your family up in prayer and your beautiful Autumn as you wait on His hand of healing. Prayers from Texas
Oh, Linny, I am praying for Autumn. I’m so sorry for this diagnosis and will be praying for healing. May our awesome God wrap His arms around your precious family.
Praying in NE.
Precious Linn and family,
I know you have to be so exhausted with so many things. I am praying for God’s perfect peace for you. He has promised to give it to you if you keep your mind on Him. I know you know that, and I know from past experience that it’s not easy to keep focused on Him during these times. It just keeps going through my mind how very strong and NOT exhausted God is. We are praying fervently for you.
love and hugs from Michigan,
Holly
You don’t have to post this. I am sure that you have researched this sort of thing by now and hope you found out that most tumors on the pituitary are benign. I will certainly pray that this is the case. I understand that when it is your own children it is a whole new ballgame. And at this point there is no taking comfort in anything. You know you have prayer angels all over the world praying for Autumn tonight. I am also praying from one mother to another that God blesses you with rest and reassurance. You don;t need to hit the curve ball be are all behind you to catch it for you!!!!!!! Praying extra hard in Allen Park.
Peace be with you,
Sheri Keys
I am praying for you Linn…for you and your blue eyed girl. I have one in my bunch also. I will be lifting you all in prayer.
The Chrisman Family
California
Oh Linny, this mommy heart aches for you as you face the illness of your blue-eyed baby girl. Words seem inadequate, but know that this mommy and her babies are praying for Autumn that our miracle working God’s goodness will be abundantly clear. wish I was near to give a hug and a shoulder. But for now, virtual hugs and a virtual crying shoulder will have to do.
Blessings.
Oh Linny,
How my heart hurts for you. As for words of encouragement, a lady from our church several years ago had this as well. She had surgery and our church did a 24 hour prayer watch and people signed up for 30 minute sections and we prayed for her during the 24 hours before, during and after her surgery. She came through surgery fine and to the best of my knowledge is leading a full life without any problems (we have since moved away from there). God is a BIG God and He does hear our hearts cry. Praying for you and your sweet daughter!!!
We are thinking of all of you tonight. The Hagerty family in Alaska.
Praying for your family. Put on your armor and stand firm. God will be your strength, And we will be your bloggy strength, to lift you up in prayer.
Peace to your family.
prayers are on for your family and Autumn!
praying, praying, praying – He is in control!
Oh Linny, I'm so praying!
Heavenly Father, I thank you that this diagnosis didn't catch you by surprise. And I praise you that you are so much bigger than this diagnosis.Lord, may you show yourself to be the miracle working God that you are. May you bring peace and comfort to Autumn and her family. May you give wisdom and knowledge to the medical staff that is caring her. And may the entire Saunders family be wrapped so tightly in a blanket of your love that they physically feel your presence. In Your Holy, Precious & Powerful Name, Amen.
Praying for comfort, strength, and peace for all of you! I’ve never seen a family with faith as strong as yours, so I know you’ll get through this. God will bless you greatly! Love, Colleen in PA
So sorry for this news. I can’t imagine how hard this if for you to hear. Praying for total healing for Autumn and for your family.
Pam
Linny, I am at such a loss of words to learn of this and don’t know what to say (my husband will tell you this is rare!), other than I am lifting Autumn and your family up in prayers.
God bless,
Toni
I am fairly new to your blog, but it has been such a blessing as a new adoptive mother. Your beautiful blue eyed baby girl and your family are in my prayers today. Our God is the Great Physician and I pray that He will touch her with His healing hands.
Linny,
Just wanting you to know that I am praying for a hedge of protection and an wall of fire upon your precious blue-eyed baby girl.
I have been follwing your blog since about 3 weeks before the fire, I don’t think I have left a comment but please know that your family is always in my prayers. You are such encouragement to me and God has been working in me through your family. You are loved.
Danielle-lynnwood Washington
God bless….
Oh Linn, I cannot even find the words to say how I felt reading your words about your baby girl. I will say a HUGE prayer for her, her doctors and for you and DW. I don’t understand the whys, I wish I could. Please take care of yourself. Hugs, Sherrie
I will pray for you guys! I wish I had more to say! Hugs!
Carrie
Linn and Dwight – I know y’all are just wiped out right now. This is a spiritual attack on your family and I am praying a hedge of protection to surround you all. Autumn is in the forefront of my thoughts and prayers right now. I don’t want to write too much and have it be a burden on you. But I know how dark and cold the first few days and weeks are. If you or Autumn need to talk to someone, please email me at sahmiam2ten@gmail I will gladly give you my phone number or you can just write.
Autumn sweety you will get through this. Right now I know you are scared of the unknown and overwhelmed with it all. But its Thankful Thursday and I am praising Him that you are young and strong and are the blessing to your parents that I know you are. Much much love sent your way.
In His peace – Cindy
MoM(Mom of Many)
http://www.faithfulpromises.blogspot.com
Please Masterpiece-Maker JESUS, Painter of amazing sunsets, Sculptor of majestic mountains and Creator of all that’s beautiful, reach out Your nail scared Hand and touch Autumn with your tender healing.
I am so sorry to hear of this diagnosis. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. You are strong…keep the faith….”HE” is in control. Faithfully following your blog, Jennifer (a “bloggy” friend from GA)
Hi Linny-
I just wanted you to know that I will be praying for precious Autumn! I have a very good friend who has been dealing with the same thing with her daughter (who is 15). They found that her tumor is not malignant, which is great news. Please know that there are people on Whidbey Island, WA praying for you!
In Jesus-Cheryl
Oh my friend … I am praying!
Blessings, Lisa C.
Oh Linny, I’m so sorry. I’m not sure what else to say. I’m praying for all of you. In Christ, Bekah
Linny,
You, Autumn and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that you must be overwhelmed but please know that there are prayers and the hands of the Lord holding you up, even when you do not think you can do it!
Love and prayers to you all.
Oh my Linny. I am at loss for words. You know I will pray for your sweet Autumn and I will pass on the prayer request to my friends. I so wish I could give you a hug.
Love Kathie
weeping with you Linny- Big Hugs to you and Autumn and the rest of the family.
I pray for a blanket of peace and protection to be comforting you during this time.
God will come through- he loves you so dearly.
Hi Linny, Praying for you here. Asking my daughters and their families to pray as well.
Hugs, Noreen
Hi Linny,
A friend sent me over to read about Autumn because we just faced this with our daughter Leslie. Then 14, she was diagnosed September 30, 2008 with a brain tumor near the pineal gland.
Our lives became a whirlwind of doctors appointments, two surgeries, three hospital stays, and seven weeks of radiation. Just last month, her latest MRI showed everything clear and normal, praise God.
Please know I’m praying for Autumn, you, and your family. Romans 8:28 has always been my life verse. I pray it gives you comfort in knowing in all this God is working for your good because he loves you all so very much. He’s so faithful.
If our experience can in any way help you, please feel free to contact me. I’m a firm believer in 2Corinthians 1. 🙂 Otherwise, know I’ll be praying.
Blessings,
Dineen Miller
dineen @ dineenmiller .com (without spaces)
Praying x
I just came to your blog from someone elses. I just want you to know I will be praying for your family.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I hope she is able to get the treatment she needs and that God heals her quickly. I’ll be praying.
I can’t remember how I found your blog, but your family and your daughter are in my prayers. Our own daughter (age 7) had to have radical brain surgery about 4 years ago to disconnect half of her brain (told you it was radical). She is thriving, and doing incredibly well now. After the biopsy I was surprised how fast she bounced back. The final surgery was very different than what your daughter may face, but our girl has a GREAT life. I am praying that your doctors have the right treatment to let her continue to live the life she was intended. I also pray that your family finds the strength to face all obstacles.
I’m so sorry to hear about Autumn’s diagnosis. I am praying for her, you, and the rest of your precious family fervently.
In Him,
Sarah Walker
Kansas City, MO
Linny and family, if you want to read it… I dedicated todays TT to your family….praying!
Shonni
I am so sorry to read this…my heart hurts for you. God bless you, and Autumn, and your entire family.
I am praying for each and every one of you. Please let Autumn know she is being covered in prayer. And please keep us posted.
Trusting Him Completely,
Nancy in SC
I will pray and pray for your sweet blue eyed baby. Autumn will have prayers said for her all over the world, because she has such a wonderful Mother that has done so much for people all over the world. Now it is time for us to pass it on to you Linn. Maybe God be with your sweet daughter and her wonderful family.
Love to You and Yours,
Maryellen from Springfield, Ohio
Oh Linny….My heart aches. I am going to be on my knees for your precious blue-eyed girl. Our God is able to heal and that is what I will pray for her until she is well. I wish I could just hug on you right now. Praying for peace for you all and the comfort of the One who knows our the deepest parts of our hearts. Praying He will hold you tight.
I will def. keep her in my prayers. I just found out recently that my mother has a brain tumor and aneurysm. I’m numb and at a loss for words. Please know that your family is in my prayers, in many different ways!
God Bless!
Praying for your baby.
Andrea
Praying for you here, in a small town in Texas. As a mom with a sick kid, I know how hard the diagnosis days are. I am asking God for His peace for you so that you may find rest and His healing touch on Autumn.
Oh Linn…my stomach is in knots for you. And I'm in constant prayer, pleading with the Lord for mercy for you. I want to call you but don't want to bother you during this time. Just please know that we are ALL so concerned and our hearts are aching for you.
Love you so very much,
Lori and K-man
Bren, Nick & Lucy Joy
Linny,
I am praying now here in Nanchang for your blue eyed precious daughter. I am praying for healing for Autumn and for all this time of trials and testing to end for you and your family. You are one very special and faithful family and the evil one just can’t stand it. Will be praying continuously.
Jackie
I just found this blog but remember the fire report. I am so sorry you all are going through another crisis right on top of the last. Please know I am praying for your beautiful girl and your family. Just remember, no matter what. all is well.
prayers prayers coming from Australia
Oh Miss Linn! I’ll pray. Really hard.
Praying for you and for Autumn!!! While Satan may be trying his best to defeat you, we all stand together and remind him that HE was defeated over 2,000 years ago by our LORD and SAVIOR and has NO AUTHORITY in your life–the blood Jesus is the covering that sets us free from sickness and disease!!!
Sending you hugs of comfort and I will be praying.
“For in the day of trouble He will conceal me in His tabernacle; In the secret place of His tent He will hide me; He will lift me up on a rock.”
Psalms 27:5
We are praying…
Love, Brady family
Praying here–I can’t imagine how overwhelmed you must be feeling. We have friends and their dd had a pituitary tumor and she is now post-op and doing fantastic. I know that doesn’t take away any of your concerns but I hope it will give you hope of a great outcome.
Praying for healing, doctor’s wisdom and peace . . . Ann
Linny,
We have 2 mutual friends who were asking prayers for your family after the fire and now w/ Autumn. AnnMarie Ronsman & Karin Prunty. Our family prayed for you after the fire. We vow to pray for Autumn & your family as you deal with this news. Dawn Newsome
I just wanted you ALL to know that the Lord has placed you on my mind nonstop, which means that I have been praying everytime you are placed there, which is ALOT. I know you must all be going through some really scarey, emotional up and down moments. I will continue to lift you all up in prayer. I know I dont know you all, and I hope this doesn’t sound corney or weird, But I love you, I love you the way that only a fellow Christian can love another. Just wanted you to know that.
I will be praying for all of you, especially Autumn and for mom to be strong for her. That job, as always falls on you.
Can they do surgery and remove the tumor?
Linny, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter…I will be praying for your family and for her healing as you go through this tough time.
We too had a house fire a few years ago when we were serving as missionaries with YWAM. The chaos didn’t seem to stop then either. It seems that the enemy of our souls will stop at nothing to try and stop us from being effective for God. He wants us to lose hope and stop fighting. I understand the craziness going on and will pray that you hear God’s truth as the enemy comes to attack. I also pray that you will be able to sense His peace and rest in it as He sings over you and your family.
Much love and prayers,
Jenn Heckert
Praying for you and your sweet girl. I know you have all experienced many trials, and I pray that God’s peace, which passes understanding would guide you through this.
Linny, I have been following your blog for a few weeks. I just want you to know that I am praying for your blue-eyed baby girl and your family.
So sorry to hear this news. We’re praying for for Autumn, your family, and for the doctors treating her.
I left a message the other day, but since then, I've been listening to a powerful song by Kristine Mueller. The words made me think of you & Autumn. It's called "Praise the Lord" and is on her new CD "Those Who Dream." You can download it for $1 on ibethel.com's store/Jesus Culture.org The entire CD is incredibly powerful.
Thinking of you all today and holding you in prayer.
With love,
Amy in OR
Praying for you and your precious daughter.
Your family and Autumn are in our thoughts and prayers.
We love you all so much. We are believing God for miracle in this situation.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I’ve lived through childhood cancer (with brain mets) and now have a housefull of beautiful children. There is always hope! Give your beautiful daughter a hug from me and my family.
My prayers are with you. My oldest daughter turns 18 soon and she will always be my little girl.
Hey Linn-we’re praying for Autumn and your family…for LOTS of grace and wisdom for SO much going on.
Love, Mike and Steph
So very worried for you since no comments posted. Sending prayers and blessings. Please be well.
Linn – Don’t know where to begin – He is faithful and strong, strong enough for all of us. My prayers are with you and Autumn and your whole family. One step at time, one heartbeat, each one in faith.
Oh linny… I have no words right now. I am just in tears for you. I wish I had something encouraging to say right now… but I just want to say that I love you. And I will continue to pray.pray. and pray some more.
Hugs to you dear friend. and so much love.
🙁
Amie
I am so sorry. I am praying for your baby girl.
I am praying for you guys as you take in the news and look at your next steps. May the Lord give you wisdom and incredible peace. I love you guys!
Don’t know that I’ve ever commented before… but wanted to let you know that I’m praying for Autumn and all of you!!!!
I follow your blog each week and today I send you so much love. I will add my faith with yours in trusting our loving Heavenly Father for your precious blue-eyed girls healing! Just because Satan attacks, doesn’t mean we have to stand there and take it – so as the body of Christ, we link arms around your family and around your daughter to allow the love of God to conquor every trace of that tumor in Jesus name.
Much love to you.
Janine
This Denver mom is praying that God will pick your family up and CARRY you! May you know the height and breadth and depth of HIS LOVE as you walk through these days!
Thinking of you all.
Hi Guys, Liz & David here. Our hearts go out to you & Autumn. Of course we will be praying.
We will put you, your family and your beautiful blue-eyed baby girl on our pray list at church. I pray that this too will be a wonderful story that you will be able to share Gods miracles. God will provide for you. I pray that God will ease all of your minds and help you get through these hard times.
side note on how AWESOME God is- My husbands mother had Brain tumors. She had laser surgery. They said that she wouldn’t drive or possibly talk again. God had her driving around town in 2 weeks. God already knows His plan.
We love you
Dear Linny and family,
I don’t know what to say… but that we are praying and you are in our thoughts. I pray for Autumn here in California.
HE has the whole world in HIS hands.
You have my prayers for your blue-eyed, beautiful Autumn. I LOVE her name!