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Our Journey...: Why Wait?
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May 19, 2015. Yesterday was a frustrating day at MDA. Results from my bone marrow biopsy were inconclusive on the day that we had thought. That we would decide on the next steps in my treatment plan. Instead, we would have to wait until the cytogenetics (FISH) results came back and probably reschedule another BMB. :/. I have leaned toward my stem cell’s doctor’s view because I like NOT having leukemia! While I have determined every day to lay this at the Lord’s feet, it does require a daily decisio...
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Our Journey...: Keep Believing!
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May 14, 2015. The other morning, I woke up and walked into the kitchen to get my coffee and found that my favorite wooden “Believe” plaque had fallen from the wall above my pantry door and shattered into several pieces. I was really sad. I have had that piece for quite some time and it was very special to me…for several reasons. 8220;May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”. 8220;So do not fear, for I am with you;.
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Our Journey...: May 2015
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May 19, 2015. Yesterday was a frustrating day at MDA. Results from my bone marrow biopsy were inconclusive on the day that we had thought. That we would decide on the next steps in my treatment plan. Instead, we would have to wait until the cytogenetics (FISH) results came back and probably reschedule another BMB. :/. I have leaned toward my stem cell’s doctor’s view because I like NOT having leukemia! While I have determined every day to lay this at the Lord’s feet, it does require a daily decisio...
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Our Journey...: March 2015
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March 25, 2015. Good News, Bad News. I described the pain to the PA who seemed a bit at a loss, but as soon as Dr. Shah came in, she seemed to know just what it was. The T-Cells are busy at work seeking and destroying the cancer cells! And in doing so, they emit a protein that causes inflammation in my body and makes me feel like crud. So the good news is that the T-Cells are working hard. The bad news is that it makes me feel lousy. It should not be permanent. Steroids are not an option on this trial.
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Our Journey...: July 2015
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July 24, 2015. So we will continue to watch and wait. Fortunately, my doctor watches very closely! While I am very thankful for these results, it is difficult right now to understand…. WHY? Why am I given more time, more weeks, months, maybe even years with my family when others who have walked similar walks are not? I know as a believer that these are not questions that I will find answers to on this side of heaven. I know that God has numbered our days from the beginning. 8220;Yet this I call to mind.
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Our Journey...: December 2014
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December 29, 2014. Round 2…Here We Go Again! So besides other matters such as unexplainable rashes, a throat biopsy that came back with a mixed message, and a parathyroid that still needs to come out, Dr. Shah has been looking at two possible options, actually three. 1) A DLI, donor lymphocyte infusion, which is where they use my donor’s lymphocytes for a mini transplant booster. The problem with the DLI is that there is a high risk of GVHD (graft versus host disease). 8220;Lowered immune system, hives, ...
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Our Journey...: Pray Hard. Sleep Well.
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June 2, 2015. Pray Hard. Sleep Well. 9786; Peter must have believed a little more than the prayer warriors did! During these last almost four years, our family, friends, the body of Christ, have prayed for me, for both of us. They have prayed for healing, for strength, for peace. While we are still walking this walk, and it seems that we will be for some time, God has more than answered these prayers! And He continues. He has given me time. He has given us peace. Make me dwell in safety.”. Rooted and bui...
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Our Journey...: July 2014
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July 29, 2014. It’s Always Something! Many of you have been graciously asking for updates regarding my recent and ongoing doctor appointments. This summer, it seems that we keep going from one thing to another, with grandchildren visits interspersed throughout. I am thankful for the fun times with the kids! The last major trip down to MDA left us with the decision that we would wait until October before doing the next round of bone marrow biopsies, flow cytometry tests, CT’s, etc. Then he gave me some wo...
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Our Journey...: June 2015
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June 15, 2015. Heritage: The Women in My Life. As I was thinking back about the influence of the women in my family, I first thought of my mom and her steadfast dedication to a near perfect home! It was neat, clean, and organized; we had three homemade meals per day, plus desserts. We were taught how to help and be a part of the daily chores. Mother ironed everything! With my mom…talking about any and everything while we did what we needed to do. Thank you Mamie, Mother, Aunt Maydene, Aunt Essie, Aunt Po...
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Our Journey...: June 2014
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June 26, 2014. I’m not sure why I have waited this long to document the news and happenings of the past weeks. I think perhaps that I needed some answers, some resolution, before I put it here. Of course, everyone else already knows! Family, friends, Facebook! Everyone has been praying and encouraging. So I’m really not sure why I waited…. Early May. I had been waiting for my call from Dr. Shah regarding my bone marrow biopsy (BMB) results. I missed her call on Friday, May 9, while at the grocery store.
