Dear family and friends,
It has been over a week since our last post but not until yesterday has a lot happened. Rob was able to be home from last week Monday till this Tuesday, and this was so wonderful. Was so nice to be out of the hospital atmosphere for a while and actually relax while enjoying time at Robs parents house. Immediately leaving the hospital, Rob got hit with thrush in his mouth which really hindered his eating. Not until these past few days has that finally disappeared and he could eat a bit more substantially. Of course lots of room for improvement, but with Robs persistence and a bit of time, we're hoping this will change for the better.
Tuesday (2 days ago) Rob had a appointment with Dr. Wong in the morning, who seemed to think things were going reasonably well. So we were admitted into hospital that evening so Rob could begin his 2nd round of treatment. Yesterday was a good day, his chemo took all day but Rob was still able to eat some. This time the side affects seem to be extreme drowsiness, so we'll see how it goes for the planned 3 days of treatment.
Thank you all for your continued love and prayers, the many cards and other tokens of care, whether it be directly to us or to our parents (our biggest support system!) The reality that this is our life for the next couple of months is slowly starting to sink in, and we can only continue to think about it one day at a time. Our Holy God and Father continues to be with the both of us and gives us His strength and peace. In this too we pray that His will and purpose for our lives may be fulfilled - to His glory! We ask for your petitions again to the throne of grace that Robs treatment may have the desired effect that in due time again he may be healed from this disease.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4: 6-7
We are so thankful to hear that things are going well. It is a long journey, for sure, and we continue to pray daily for healing and strength. May God comfort and encourage you all with His nearness.
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Rob and Felicia,thanks for the update.We're thankful that treatment #2 is now under way.We pray that Rob will tolerate the treatment without too much ill effect.May God graciously sustain and strengthen both of you.We pray for a good outcome.Our lives are in the hands of a loving Father.
ReplyDeleteContinuing to place esp. your needs at this time before God's Holy throne of Grace.LOL
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