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July 19, 2023
Our beloved Amanda passed away yesterday morning. Austin shared this on his Facebook page: October 27, 1984 – July 18, 2023 We are going to miss her everyday but thankful she is with her Savior that she loved, lived for, and cherished more than anything else. Precious in the sight of the LORD is the… Read More…
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Update June 25th, 2023 Final Chapter
For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 There is really no easy way to begin this. I’ve recognized that one way I want to offer love to others is in the form of protection. I don’t want… Read More…
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April 22nd Update – Both Are True
In one hand I hold the belief that God is good, faithful, wondrous, trustworthy, beautiful, and in the other hand I hold utter heartbreak. Both are true. Houston remains consistent in leaving us with more questions than answers. Each time we get back in the car or board the plane our hearts are heavy. The… Read More…
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Update on this Leg of the Journey – March 8th, 2023
Hello everyone! It felt like time to write a little update and let you know how the past month has treated us. Again, thank you for your continued investment in following along with our journey. I’d first like to share the exciting news that we have a beach trip planned for April and a dog… Read More…
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Feb. 3rd, 2023 – Detour Part 2
Dear friends and family, I wanted to take the time to update you further since my last visit to Houston for additional testing. MEDICAL UPDATE: Houston has become a hard place to visit. Even with the incredible relational support system the Lord has so graciously provided and the warmer weather (which is so good for… Read More…
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January 18th Update – Another Detour
Dear friends and family, I truly wish I was writing you a different kind of update but here we are. We met with the surgeon in Houston this morning and there has been a spread of disease. I have two new liver spots (one measured in millimeters, one around ¾ inches in size) and I… Read More…
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January 11, 2023 – The Nine Month Milestone
Dearest friends and family, Today marks nine months since we received the news that has since altered our lives in ways I never could have imagined. One thing about a medical crisis (and perhaps any crisis) it really has the power to repeatedly remind you that life is both fragile and precious. It has the… Read More…
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November 6th, 2022 Update
Dearest friends and family, You are probably wondering how I’m doing and what all has happened since my last update. Since I last shared I have had two chemo treatments, celebrated turning 38 and had some other ups and downs. The sixth chemo treatment was terrible. This could have been due to my body not… Read More…
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September 30th – The Second Leg of the Journey
Dear Framily, Thank you for your patience while waiting for part two of the update. Following is what we’ve learned from the past surgery and what the plan for treatment/surgeries will be moving forward. During the Liver Surgery: · They did not find any hidden “widespread disease” in my abdomen. · They did find a small additional… Read More…
Amanda Olinger
The Unexpected Road
Hello, Amanda here…
On this website, I will be writing about my story as I’m sure you are wondering what all led up to this point and what is in store for the future. I will be sharing about how I am doing (as well as the family), treatment, and maybe a few other things as well.
In addition, I want all who visit this site to know, more than ever, I will be sharing my real self with you because I believe in being vulnerable, honest and authentic. This also includes my world-view as a follower of Christ. I am not trying to shove religion down anyone’s throat, I am simply sharing my heart. If anything you read feels “preachy”, just know I also believe in free will and you’re free to believe whatever you want and I hold love, dignity and honor for you. Also, this will be long. Don’t feel the need to read everything – choose your own adventure!
All of this being said, thank you for being here. Our family has been overwhelmed by the love and support of so many, and we are honored that you would take the time to read this and join us as we travel along The Unexpected Road.
He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.
Ephesians 3:11
You hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain.
Psalm 139:5-6
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