Back in the infusion chair for another round. The great news is that my blood counts are much higher. The bone marrow stimulation shots have pushed my WBC and neutrophil numbers higher than ever (I’m attributing all of your prayers as helping, too). But my RBC and hemoglobin counts, while still in the “low” range, have gone up, as well, which are not affected by the shots. Hallelujah! Just when I was feeling down about my situation, the Lord serves up a good report.
As you can see, I’ve not only lost the bulk of my hair, I’ve lost quite a bit of weight. In fact, I’m at a weight I haven’t been at since I was in my mid-20s. Under normal circumstances, I wouldn’t mind, but when you have cancer and lose poundage without trying, it’s concerning. So Bruce’s new job is to feed me, whether I want it or not. And hopefully, I will, as my oncologist has prescribed an appetite stimulant to help matters. So much to juggle and track and fight. There is no let-up in this battle, friends. Every morning, on goes the armor. The Word of God is opened and we lift our voices in prayer.
Hebrews 12:2
“…looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted
And saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
I love you sweet Sis. Keep putting on your armor every day. I praise God that He brought you into the Kingdom to live your life as a beacon on a high hill for all to see. Your light is shining bright!! 🙏🏼❤️🙌🏼🙏🏼❤️🙌🏼
Beautifully said Diana! GOD Bless you for your encouragement.
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Lifting you up to our Heavenly Father. Mom has been keeping me updated with you, and you have never stopped being in my Prayers. I am thrilled to see your labs improving, but not so happy a camper about the weight loss. May I recommend some of my faves… Panda Express or pistachio ice cream? I sure do love you, and I am in awe of you, I hope you know that. Keep fighting the good fight beautiful. Isaiah 41:10 <3
Thank you, Nurse Sarah! I’m still eating, and most of the food tastes good (I have had some weird taste changes going on), but I just have to force myself to eat when it’s mealtime. No appetite or hunger pangs. It’s weird. Nurse Bruce is doing a great job making sure I eat, though. Thank you for your prayers! Love you back ❤️