Acts 1: 7-8
He said to them: "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you..."
As I was reading this passage today it reminded me of some of things I have talked about from the beginning of Kendall's Journey. This is Kendall's Journey, through my eyes. My day to day experiences with her have increased my Faith in God. I can help make her comfortable, console her when she is in pain and support her in her time of need. But this Journey, I cannot complete it for her. How and why we all wonder what made this happened to this young, beautiful person. A person who in my eyes has been very much loved by many wonderful family members and dear friends. I feel as some of that scripture is telling me that we will know when He wants us to. I cannot control this no matter how hard I try. No matter what I say or do. By writing this...I feel as all of you are right here with us. And believe me when I say that you are all needed. You have helped make this journey what it is.....
....As we approach the end of her initial treatments, I find myself thinking about how life itself has changed in just a little less than a month. We have several doctors appointments next week that will decide whether we can move on to part two of this treatment or having to repeat the first part again. Minus a few setbacks, we feel as if everything has been right on schedule. No doubt a learning curve day by day. Hoping that a quick trip home is right over the horizon. We still have a long way to go and are going to take every day as one of God's blessing. Thanking him for each and every day that we have to make a difference and follow the path that God has chosen for us.
Kendall's blood levels continue to improve in some areas and others we still are struggling to keep up. But her attitude and demeanor continue to amaze me throughout the day. I took Kendall and Tammy to the exercise room and had them on the treadmill today. Tammy continued to work on the puzzle as Kendall was waist deep in the scrapbook. As for me, I know you're thinking knitting, but I lost the needles and was unable to knit. I'm wondering if someone hid them. I didn't think the hats were all that bad. Well, I'm going to get a nice one tomorrow and continue the knitting of hats.
Don't want to be too long so I'll end it here. It's time to give Kendall her medicine for the night.
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Daryl,
ReplyDeleteI am honored to have you as a stepdad. You have been great to us the past 15 years. I am glad you & Momma are there with Kendall. You all have alot of support back home and I don't want you to ever forget that.
I am glad Kendall has found something to occupy her time. Grant it, I can't believe it is scrapbooking. This is something that I never thought she would do. In the long run I know she will appreciate the work she put into it. Ten years from now we will all be able to look back and see what an incredible journey she had and how well she overcame this battle.
I know how much you miss all of us, but right now you & momma need to focus on Kendall and getting her better. Whatever the circumstances don't worry about anything at home. Things are being taken care of. I know Dylan may not understand right now why you had to leave so sudden, but one day he will understand completely.
We love you all very much and can't wait to see you again. I will make sure I send a bunch of pictures of Karsyn to all of you.
Love you bunches,
Whitney
i cant believe your first treatment is pretty much over. everyday i miss you more and more because it is so unsatisfying not knowing when im going to see you the next time even though its thursday when im coming :) but still we both know its not the same. everyday i thank God he put you in my life because you are the most incredible person ive ever met. im praying so much that you can move to the next step of treatments because thatll be the next step of getting your life back to maybe some what normal but no matter what i know God has a great plan for us and he is going to show us it one day well im glad your temp went lower!!!!!!
ReplyDeletei love you kendall layne
love chase
BROTHER, THIS IS kENDALL'S JOURNEY THROUGH YOUR EYES, AND YES, WE ARE ALL RIGHT HERE WITH YOU. YOU HAVE MADE ME A MUCH STRONGER PERSON JUST BY READING YOUR JOURNAL, OR BLOG AS YOU CALL IT. YOU ARE WITNESSING AS YOU SPEAK, EVRY WORD I HEAR. I FIND MYSELF PRAYING ALL OF THE TIME FOR EVERYONE. THAT IS SOMETHING I CAN HONESTLY SAY THAT I DID LET GO OF FOR A LONG WHILE, BACKSLIDING, AS YOU WOULD CALL IT. BUT I KNOW NOW THAT PRAYING IS SOMETHING THAT NO ONE SHOULD LET GO OF. I PRAY FOR KENDALL EVERY DAY, I PRAY THAT SHE KEEP SMILING AND PUSHING FORWARD CONSTANTLY. I KNOW SHE CAN BEAT THIS AND I KNOW EVEN MORE SO WITH EVERYONE'S PRAYERS AND SUPPORT. I PRAY FOR YOU MY BROTHER, STAY STRONG AND KEEP WRITING THESE WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT, WE ALL NEED THEM. OH, AND I DO WANT A TOBOGGON, WHETHER IT WAS KNITTED BY A BALD FAT GUY........WHATEVER!......YOU BETTER MAKE ME ONE AND YOU KNOW MY FAVORITE COLORS. JUST REMEMBER THAT MY HEAD IS NOT AS QUITE AS BIG AS YOURS. I AM PLANNING A TRIP TO BIRMINGHAM NEXT WEEKEND AND HOPE TO GET TO SEE EVERYONE THERE. I LOVE YOU AND I AM THINKING OF ALL OF YOU. HOPE YOU GUYS HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY. DINNER AND A MOVIE SOUNDS GOOD TO ME. LOVE YOU, BROTHER DAVID
ReplyDeleteKendall, Tammy and Daryl,
ReplyDeleteThe love ya'll have for each other just shines
through with each blog you write. This love
could only come from our Heavenly Father with
his unselfish love that he gave to each of us.
Kendall, I hope that you are having a good day
and that you will be going home soon. Daryl
you are a man of many talents. Can't wait to see what you do next. Thumbs up to you.
Tammy, you know I love all of you and if you
get time, please update me with the activities
Kendall, I see in the comments where Chase will
be visiting you soon. Hope ya'll get a little
private time. HA!
Ya'll are in my prayers.
Love,
Gloria
Good Evening Team Kendall,
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping this post finds the three of you relaxing and getting ready to start a new week in this adventure. I'm guessing that the apartment, although much improved over a hospital room, is kind of closing in on you. I especially enjoy your excursions about town and I know they're as much for mental health as they are for an ice cream fix.
Today's thought..."Lighthouses don't fire cannons to call attention to their shining - they just shine." -Dwight Moody
There are lots of people lighting and re-lighting their candles from your flame of faith. Tammy and Daryl, I have never seen such ROCKS as the two of you - no wavering, no hesitation, just plain "lets do it" attitudes. Kendall is reflecting what is being shown to her.
More news to come from the trials and tribulations of Nic...
Prayers for sustained strength to carry through whatever the next step is, for caring and compassionate medical team to lead, and for positive thoughts. Thanksgiving for faith, for allowing us to share, for wisdom to understand what we can and for trust to take us to through.
Lifting you up
Randy, Tina and Nicolette
Hey babe,
ReplyDeleteHope you have a peaceful night sleep, to prepare you for another new week. The count down is on for we will be there with you Tuesday. We can not wait to see you smiling face. The days are so long and hard not being able to be with you. We are blessed to have so many prayer warrior on your side. As always remember to stand still each day and feel the presence of our All Might God, it is during that time He will speak to you. My prayer for today will be that He keeps us save, well and strong until we can be together. Sweet dreams!
Love you always
Daddy and Deb
Kendall just wanted you to know how proud I am of you and oh what an example you are to all of us. One day soon you will be the testimony that pulls oneself out of a hole thinking they can't go through this.You will be the inspiration for others who are in the same place you are right now. Just knowing who is in control and knowing he will walk you thru this storm. I know you are holding God's hand and letting him lead. That is what you will tell others.
ReplyDeleteI can see you and Chase going to hopitals visiting kids and young adults and telling them of how you won the battle. The inspiration you will be.... and again God leading and you telling of his miracle. Maybe this is THE PLAN..... "Whatever" it is you are a rock and a strong foundation. I am so proud of you, so know from your strengh you are keeping Chase strong. He is stronger now because of you.
Stay strong, postive, and give it ALL to God.
Know I am praying for you all day; everyday. We want you home.
By the way tell your mom and Daryl I will email Chase's flight schedule to them. He will be arriving at 7:05 thurs. evening. I know yall will have fun so stay well and out of the hospital. If there is anything you need or want let me know and Chase can bring it when he comes.
Love you much,
Ms. Patti
Kendall - It has to feel good to finish up with your first treatment - what an accomplishment that you have done it with such a wonderful attitude and outlook. I know you must hear this all of the time, but you are truly a SPECIAL and BLESSED young woman. You are shining for GOD for all of us to witness. I know you're looking forward to family and friends coming this week - stay strong and keep smiling. We'll continue praying. Lots of love, Anne & Chuck Belcher
ReplyDeleteHi Kiddo, It's just me. As you can tell by the time of this post I'm at work again and still not getting much work done. Being here taking care of my patients is just another reminder of you and your strength and courage. Knowing that you are facing each new day with that "whatever" attitude is such an inspiration, not only to me but to all who read this blog.And looking at the number of hits on it I'd say you are inspiring thousands of us everyday.One of the girls that works with me called me tonight and told me that she saw your name on her church prayer list today. She could not believe it was you. She said she was surprised that you were on their "little ole churches'" prayer list she goes to a small baptist church in Leeds. I told her I was not surprised at all. There is no telling how many churches are praying for you!! I know God hears them all and will answer our prayers in his time just like he did with your Dad. Just keep smiling and letting that beautiful ray of light shine on all of us. Sorry to be so long winded but I haven't posted in a few days!! Remember that you are in our prayers everyday and that we love you.Hope this week goes well and you can spend some quality time with your Dad and Ms, Deb.Ttyl love ya!!!! Aunt Stacy
ReplyDeleteGood morning, Team Kendall in Houston! Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you guys today, as we are everyday, and hoping you have a good day. I know it's going to be a long couple of days for all of you, with all the testing to be done for the evaluation results from this first round of treatments. Be strong, remember how much all of you are loved by God, and loved by all of us (family and friends) as well. Keep that wonderful smile and attitude, and faith that God will continue to give us little blessings and miracles every day.
ReplyDeleteWe pray for continued healing, strength and perserverence. We love all of you bunches and bunches!
Granny Lyn and Pawpaw Ed