Dear family, loved ones...prayer warriors...
It's marvelous, wonderful news!!! The CT scan showed, according to our new doctor we saw today, that there is "significant reduction" in the tumors in my lungs. His words - significant!!! He went on to say that he could see NO lesions/tumors in my lungs, but would confer with Dr. Rose to see actually what Dr. Rose sees then compared to now. The tumor in the pelvic region is "stable" and we will take that as good news, too!! Our hearts simply overflow with joy and thanksgiving to God for this turn of events. We were not expecting good news this time at all.
I'm sorry for the delay in writing to you, but we hit a little bump in the road in our celebration today...I started throwing up (sorry for the not-so-pretty-picture) about 8:30 this morning and have just now (6:30) have been able to get out of bed and stand on 2 feet (my own). Pour Don - he has gotten a lifetime full of stuff today, but he has stood beside me every step of the way. I was released from the hospital around 3:00 (no chemo treatment today because of the vomiting - next Friday we'll continue).
We will jump for joy when I can jump and keep my tummy from continuing to jump...but our hearts are just overwhelmed with gratefulness. We are humbled by God's kindness. Thank you, Father...thank you!!!!
Thank YOU, dear prayer warriors, for you prayers on our behalf. Thank you.
With much love and thanks,
Don & Deb
I am crying tears of joy and rejoicing for you. Have to tell you my finger hesitated before clicking on your blog because I couldn't bear to see bad news but Praise God, Praise God, Praise God. We love you and celebrate with you.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful news!! God is soooo good.
ReplyDeleteLove ya.
Praise God!! So happy to hear the good news! Praying for your tummy to settle down so you can celebrate. Love you! Ferol
ReplyDeletePraise Him! from whom all blessings flow! Thank you Father!Dayla
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful news!! God is SO GOOD! We love you both so much and pray for continuing good reports! Love - Aunt Beryl & Uncle Roger
ReplyDeleteI too write with tears in my eyes as we rejoice with you on this great news! After your last blog, I did not think you would hear good news today! Thank You Father! Thank you! We pray your night goes well for you both! Love you David and Laura
ReplyDeleteI stayed up late, and then couldn't wait to check your blog this morning. I cannot wait to wake up the kids and tell them this news!! God is amazing and wonderful, isn't he? We love you dearly, and are rejoicing with you!
ReplyDeleteBTW, I love hummus! Please keep the vegan recipes coming. I don't agree with 100% of the philosophy, but I must say it's a good way to add in healthy things to your diet.
Dearest Debbie,
ReplyDeleteOur prayers were answered...God is listening.
Today we will celebrate your birthday and what a celebration it will be.
Hope you had a restful night.
LOve, Mom and Dad
Thanking God for good news! I can identify with Pat. I, too, went to the blog and sort of peeked with one eye. Thanking God for His goodness and grace. Love, Alma
ReplyDeleteWe can't wait to see you today and give you HUGE hugs. We are so excited that there is some good news. Even though this earthly news is great, in the whole scope of life what really matters is that God is in control, he is always with us, and for those that are "IN CHRIST" there is everlasting JOY!! As I read the blog, comments, and talked with dear friends, it was as if even one was holding their breath and waiting...and even though this is over cyber space..we can feel everyone rejoicing, and sharing in our tears of joy!! Thank you for your prayers and petitions to The Heavenly Father. Thank you for your continual support and encouragement. Thank you...Thank you....Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteLove, Kurt, Jenn, Mia, and Livi
Don and Deb I am so overwhelmingly (is that a word? :-) GRATEFUL for this positive news! This is not any SMALL improvement! There is nothing small about God and His amazing power in this world! YOU are evidence of His love and mercy and healing power. (and those silly Doctors think it's them...haha...they too are His instruments...little do they know!!!!) I am delirious with joy and IMMENSE THANKSGIVING for answered prayers. HIS NAME IS WONDERFUL...THANK YOU LORD GOD FOR THIS MOST WONDERFUL NEWS! We love you Father...and Don and Deb...we love you too!
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