Peace

It's been a tough few days. The steroids are taking a toll with increased anxiety. Otherwise there are no changes.

Your prayers for peace are appreciated.

Changes

Laurence was moved to another room today that has a lift. He has lost a lot of mobility over the past week and can no longer stand to move from the bed to his wheelchair. The lift allows his nurse to transport him in a sling which will make it easier and safer to move him.

His doctor said they will be increasing his steroid meds to help combat his stomach distress. It is a little risky but they are anxious to find a solution to his pain and discomfort. They will continue the antibiotic for his bladder infection. Of all his symptoms, the bladder infection is the most serious. His doctors said that the infection is possibly preventing his bone marrow from producing adequate blood cells and platelets. All of this is taking a toll on his mental abilities and he has increased anxiety and confusion.

Despite everything going on in Laurence's body, there is an extraordinary presence of love that surrounds him. His smile radiates love as it always has.

I am so grateful for the dedicated staff that cares for him and so grateful for all of you for your continued prayers and love.

Blessings.

Thanks for your prayers

Laurence has received blood products and platelets the past few days. He continues to be treated for the infections. He has occasional pain in his abdomen and is very tired.

The doctors are keeping a close eye on him. It will be at least a week before they know if the meds for the bladder infection are working.

Thanks so much for your continued prayers.

Blessings.

Faith

Laurence's bladder infection returned along with an infection in his colon. His doctor put him on a new more aggressive antibiotic.

Laurence's doctor sent in five different specialists to help brainstorm how to best treat his infections.

Our friends Sandi and Lynn both reminded me of the scripture from Matthew 17:20:


I tell you the truth. If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.

Thank you for your continued prayers and partnership and knowing that wholeness is revealed.

Finding Peace

Laurence's white blood cell count was very low today. His doctor performed another bone marrow biopsy trying to find out why it has dropped so quickly.

Laurence is frustrated from so many symptoms attacking so many places in his body. Every time he is anxious we pray together and he especially finds peace in Psalm 103:

Bless the LORD, O my soul:
and all that is within me,
bless his holy name.
Bless the LORD, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits:
He forgives all my iniquities
and heals all my diseases;
He redeems my life from destruction
and crowns me with loving kindness and tender mercies;
He satisfies my mouth with good things;
so that my youth is renewed like the eagle's.

With love and gratitude.

Quiet Days

Quiet few days. Laurence's symptoms have calmed without food but not disappeared. He still suffers on occasion from a queasy stomach.

Many thanks for your continued prayers and good thoughts.

Blessings.

Nine Years

Laurence's symptoms are showing no sign of improvement so this morning he was taken off all liquids. He started receiving IV fluids and nutrition. By stopping all digestive activity his doctor hopes to calm the GVHD. The benefit is that he will be receiving nutrition and protein which he has been missing from a liquid diet. He is very tired and other than occasional cramping is not experiencing pain.

Today is our nine year wedding anniversary. We said a prayer of gratitude for our partnership and the blessings in our lives. You are an amazing part of our blessings.
Thank you so much.