Things are quiet and good. Ethan got another full round of chemo on Thursday and his response was much more manageable this time. Maybe a little worn out but no vomiting and no nausea. On the other hand the Prednisone has definitely kicked in. It feels like he is a hobbit from LOTR “I want second breakfast. What about elevenses? Luncheon? Afternoon tea? Dinner? Supper?” I’m glad he has the appetite of a teenager because we would be grateful for a buffer on his weight. In cancer land if he loses more than 10% of his starting weight they require an NG tube which I am adamantly opposed to. So for now, I’m happy to fatten him up like the witch in Hansel & Gretel.
We are still waiting for results from the bone marrow biopsy. Waiting, waiting, waiting. God give me patience!
For those of you who are local and interested in helping out, we have set up a meal calendar. If you would like to bring a meal, you can sign up online here. Thank you for all the generosity you have shown our family! It is helping us manage each day with less stress.
What we are praying for today:
- Less than 5% blasts in the bone marrow and for the results to come quickly.
- Protection from infection and fever. More than half of A.L.L. kids return to the hospital within the first month for fever.
- Ethan has a high risk form of ALL. This particular type is more resistant to treatment and more likely to relapse. We are praying that the chemo treatments would be extremely effective and that the cancer cells would stay gone so that Ethan’s story will be a great testament to the healing power of Jesus.
Thank you for the f0r the dailey prayers suggestions of the day. It really makes one feel like they are helping in a positive way. You are all in my thoughts and dailey prayers. Love, Aunt Marti