Let us sing with the angels, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests." (Luke 2:14) What a wonderful time of the year when we celebrate the miraculous and glorious birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. And I am so thankful to be able to share this time with my family and friends. I didn't know what this Christmas would bring, but God knew and I am so grateful for my faith in Him instilled in me by my godly parents years ago.
I received a wonderful Christmas gift in the mail on Saturday - a letter from my donor!!! It was short but very sweet and I cried when I read it. What a blessing that man has been to my life. I pray someday I will be able to meet him in person.
Everything is going well. Still having bloodwork every other week-once a month in St. Louis and the other time with Dr. Hoos' office. Still am taking Pantamidene treatment and Immunoglobulin treatments once a month at the hospital here. Some blood counts are still low but it just takes time to build them up again. Strength is improving. I have been to church three out of the last four Sundays. Wear the mask and don't hug...that is hard (not to hug).
Family will be here on Christmas day. We have our big meal at Thanksgiving and on Christmas day we have finger foods, etc. Just munch all day and evening. Sort of fun....
I want to thank all of you for your continued prayers and support. I would not be celebrating with my family this Christmas if it weren't for your prayers. We serve an amazing God who truly loves us and cares about every detail of our lives. My family and I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a God-filled New Year.
Love in Him,
Becky & family
Monday, December 21, 2009
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Day +138
"I find rest in God; only he gives me hope. He is my rock and my salvation. He is my defender; I will not be defeated. My honor and salvation come from God, He is my mighty rock and my protection. People, trust God all the time. Tell him all your problems, because God is our protection." (Psalm 62:5-8) (NCV)
What beautiful verses and beautiful promises from the Psalmist.
I trust all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. My family was all healthy so they could be here for Thanksgiving dinner - in the evening. Some of them were here for most of the afternoon but we didn't eat until evening. We have a tradition of before we sit down to the table, we stand around it, hold hands, and then each one tells something they are thankful for. It was quite an emotional time this year and one I won't soon forget. I pray that my thanksgiving shows everyday through thanksliving. God is so good to us even in our unworthiness. Praise and thanks be to Him!
This past Sunday I went to church at Glendale for the first time in almost 5 months. Dr. DiPersio said for me to take every precaution I could if I got out. So I went in with the "duck-billed" mask on and only got a couple of chides about it. :) Our minister asked that people not hug me but to say "hi" from a distance. So there were a lot of waves and some kisses blown. I appreciate them being so thoughtful of my needs at this time. But it will be great to be able to give and receive those hugs on Sunday morning. It was GREAT to be back! I am so thankful!
Yesterday I had blood work done at the Lab at Whiteside Medical Building and then went to St. John's for another Pantamidene treatment. The treatment went fine once they got the orders and got the medicine ordered. Someday they will get this all figured out... I am gaining more strength but still have shortness of breath when climbing steps or doing anything. Just have to sit and re-coup.
What a blessing all of you have been to me through this whole process. Some of you comment on the blog and others say you read it but don't comment. That is all good. The real blessing is your continued prayers for me and for my family. I pray God's blessings upon all of you.
In His love,
Becky
What beautiful verses and beautiful promises from the Psalmist.
I trust all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends. My family was all healthy so they could be here for Thanksgiving dinner - in the evening. Some of them were here for most of the afternoon but we didn't eat until evening. We have a tradition of before we sit down to the table, we stand around it, hold hands, and then each one tells something they are thankful for. It was quite an emotional time this year and one I won't soon forget. I pray that my thanksgiving shows everyday through thanksliving. God is so good to us even in our unworthiness. Praise and thanks be to Him!
This past Sunday I went to church at Glendale for the first time in almost 5 months. Dr. DiPersio said for me to take every precaution I could if I got out. So I went in with the "duck-billed" mask on and only got a couple of chides about it. :) Our minister asked that people not hug me but to say "hi" from a distance. So there were a lot of waves and some kisses blown. I appreciate them being so thoughtful of my needs at this time. But it will be great to be able to give and receive those hugs on Sunday morning. It was GREAT to be back! I am so thankful!
Yesterday I had blood work done at the Lab at Whiteside Medical Building and then went to St. John's for another Pantamidene treatment. The treatment went fine once they got the orders and got the medicine ordered. Someday they will get this all figured out... I am gaining more strength but still have shortness of breath when climbing steps or doing anything. Just have to sit and re-coup.
What a blessing all of you have been to me through this whole process. Some of you comment on the blog and others say you read it but don't comment. That is all good. The real blessing is your continued prayers for me and for my family. I pray God's blessings upon all of you.
In His love,
Becky
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