We had a great day today. It felt like Mike was back. He had a better appetite, more energy and more time awake with the family. What a treat. He was able to help a bit with the kids and the day went so much smoother for us all.
I took the boys out of the house for awhile in the morning so Mike could have a bit of quiet time before we headed to get more chemo. The boys and I went to Fleetwood park and had so much fun running together, playing in the woods, looking for bugs and throwing rocks in the stream. The kids inspire me, entertain me and keep me motivated to keep going.
I went with Mike to chemo. We spent most of our time waiting in the lab, waiting rooms, and then getting treatment. Going to the cancer clinic is becoming our new date, they have comfy couches, current magazines and even a Starbucks down the hall. It's quiet and we can have an uninterrupted conversation which is rarity in our home . Mike only received one medication today (Bleomycin) so the side effects weren't as strong.
Thank you to my brave sister who looked after 3 children under the age of 2 and to my dear friend Shelly who took Toby for a play date. Toby always has so much fun at Shelley's its a struggle to get him to come home. We are so thankful for all the help with the children so that Mike and I can have some moments together.
After a few rough days, today felt like a breath of fresh air and a welcome relief from some of the stress we have all been feeling.
"This is the day the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it" Psalm 118:24
Awesome writing Jana! Always remember, you are not in this alone! Thank you JL and Shelley for taking the kids.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you had an easier day! That's wonderful!
ReplyDeletePraying that this would be the rule, not the exception!
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Awesome! Love ya.
ReplyDeleteThank-you Jana, for writing this blog! Since I heard the news of Mike's condition, my heart has ached for him and your family. But I know that God is in control and that He holds you in the palm of His hand. Please know that Rob and I are praying for you guys if there is anything more we can do for you, please, just ask!
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So glad Mike had a better day! I pray that this is a sign of the typical day to come rather than the some of the previous.
ReplyDeleteYou have so many people on your side and the power of prayer is truly miraculous!
Jana I heard an interesting story on Praise the other day and thought of you. They were discussing some of the ways that people cope when a spouse is absent at times, typically due to work and travel, but thought this could apply to you guys as well if Mike is having rough days and needing to rest a lot. One lady said they made a special box, the "Daddy Box". The kids helped her decorate it. When Daddy is not there with them they fill the box with things that they want to share with Daddy when they have time with him again. The kids are allowed to put anything in the box they want. It could be a pretty rock they found while out on a walk, a picture they drew, a piece of mail she wants to remember to show him, etc. Then when their Daddy time comes they all sit around and share the contents, also inspiring stories of their days. It helps the kids and the father to not feel like he is missing so much. Just a thought.......
Thinking of you guys and praying that your day is wonderful.
Thanks Jessica,
ReplyDeleteI love that idea! We will definitely start a daddy box. Thanks for sharing the idea.
So glad to hear that Mike had a better day! It's been so great to have you back at Bootcamp!
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