1 John 3:18
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.
The things you do for your children are not always the popular choice. Sometimes the decisions are made based on what is better for them in the long road ahead. They may not see that far ahead and want to choose the shorter route. By choosing the longer road for them, our children often become mad because they don't understand. We all know how hard it is when our children are mad at us. I have done my share of giving in but sometimes I have to stay the coarse that I am on and weather the storm. My actions will hopefully come to a peaceful resolution during this journey and allow Kendall to once again have a normal life.
Kendall had some blood work done today and it showed that her counts are dropping. This is normal and we have been expecting them to start dropping really low over the next 4 days. A preliminary report on the last MRI Kendall had came back. A lot of medical language that I really don't understand but the doctor translated it to mean that the mass (tumor, lesion..whatever it's called) is almost resolved. Kendall does not have any more leg or lower back pain. Continued good reports. We were at the doctor for a long time today so when we came back to the apartment, Kendall took a nap. Me and Tammy cooked dinner and we all ate together. We settled into the night watching tv and talking. We talked about driving down to Galveston tomorrow to go to the beach. It's only about an hour away and it will get us out of the apartment for some recreational fun.
Today has been hard. I knew there would be days like this that we would experience and it doesn't make them a good day or a bad day...just a hard day.
Kendall, when you read this...know that I love you today!
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I read your daily posts and pray for you guys; I don't always comment...but please know I am one of hundreds of that are reading and praying. Kendall, your attitude and strength is amazing and inspiring. Daryl & Tammy, yours aren't too shabby either. Praying for a good day tomorrow.
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Hiya TK,
ReplyDeleteAs the good news continues to pour in we don't have to search far at all to find things for which to be thankful. Today we are especially grateful for all those researchers who came before to find the right medicines in the right amounts at the right time to be able to shrink the mass. A great big thank you to MD Anderson and its staff who have been the rudder and engine in this journey, and to St. Vincent's and its personnel for the decisions made to get you there.
Today's quote..."The only courage that matters is the kind that gets you from one moment to the next."
I've talked about you guys being heroes before and I just keep seeing the proof of it. They say its hard times don't create heroes, but it is during the hard times when the hero within is revealed. Thank you for living the examples of love, commitment, and determination at their finest.
Prayers today for a wonderful, fun-filled day at the beach - a relaxing time away. Thank you Lord for the opportunity to go on a mini vaca from the journey. May the blessings continue to come your way.
Lifting you up
Randy, Tina and Nicolette
Good morning all. What a beautiful bible verse. I don't know how you do it Daryl, but you always seem to find the right one for the day. You guys are not alone weathering this storm. I, and many others, continue to pray for you every day. WE WILL ALL BE HERE FOR YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY! Glad to hear that the mass is almost gone and that Kendall's pain has been relieved. Hope you all have fun at the beach. Please know that I love all of you! Brother David
ReplyDeleteHey Daryl,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to tell anyone hello. Ive been reading your post daily. Just wanted to take the time today to say howdy.
Oh by the way, it was me that left the last post. I can only leave it under anonymous for some reason! Kyle Pannell
ReplyDeleteStill thinking about you all every day. Glad to read things are still going well. We are here for you if you need anything.
ReplyDeleteLove Scott Donna & Brooke Wilson
(wils2012@bellsouth.net)
We continue to pray for healing, strength, comfort, laughter, and so much more. Ya'll are doing a great job and we want you to know that you have so many people in your corner - just tag as needed. Love to all, Anne & Chuck Belcher
ReplyDeleteMore answered prays! God is amazing. Keep the faith and know it won't be long before total healing. You all are a Blessing to us here in Gardendale. We will keep raising you all up in prayers. Love and prayers! Karen Jones
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