April 29 – Good day, tough news

We learned first thing this morning that Tim’s AML is complicated enough that he will eventually be referred to a bigger hospital for a stem cell transplant. That is a lot of information to digest and there will be many big decisions that will need to be made.

As for how Tim is feeling, the nausea is much improved and his energy today was much better than yesterday. He was able to get a half mile walk in and food is starting to sound really good – especially since he has been stuck on a liquid diet for nearly a week. He keeps trying to get me to sneak B-Bops french fries in here! He had to make do with a few cracker added to his tomato soup. 😁

Despite the tough news today, we still both feel peace!

PRAYER REQUESTS:

Wisdom for the many, many decisions that will need to be made. Some will be tough decisions and some will be easier. The amount of them will be overwhelming.

Tim will have his post-chemo bone marrow biopsy tomorrow. It will be several days until we get the results. Please pray for us in the waiting and that the results will be favorable.

PRAISES:

Recap: The cough is mostly gone. The gout seems to be gone. The nausea is much improved.

Cassie will be able to get insurance when Tim’s goes to COBRA. That is a weight lifted.

We continue to praise God for the wonderful care we have received. Doctors, nurses, aides, even the cleaning people and the people that deliver his meals have all been so friendly and have taken such good care of us.

Even though we have not responded to all the words of encouragement on this site, we read them every night and praise God for each of you that is taking the time to send us a note. Between those comments and the cards and other notes, we are truly blessed and amazed at the amount of people cheering Tim on!

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7 responses to “April 29 – Good day, tough news”

  1. Robyn Isom Avatar
    Robyn Isom

    Thinking of you all everyday ❤️ so happy you have your family, friends, and faith to lift you up during these hard times. Sending love to all of you!
    Robyn (friend of Emily)

  2. Kristin Sauve(Lee Henriksen's oldest daughter) Avatar
    Kristin Sauve(Lee Henriksen’s oldest daughter)

    I just heard this news from Cherie a few days ago. So thankful to be able to read your updates. I have communicated to my mom what is going on. I have been and will be praying. Trusting the Lord for His perfect plan in your life.

  3. Cheri Avatar
    Cheri

    Prayers for all the decisions you have to make. God will lead and help with this! Always like the positive points that you can see. Prayers and hugs. Again thank you for the updates.

  4. Joy Wright Avatar
    Joy Wright

    Praying God will give you wisdom in taking the next right step. God is good!

  5. Beka K Avatar
    Beka K

    I’ve also been thinking of the song “Peace” by Danny Gokey. Praying that continues to be evident in your lives!

  6. Jan Kardell Avatar
    Jan Kardell

    Lifting prayers for peace for your whole family, as we know God is our strength, comforter and healer. May He surround you with all you need as you face this challenge together. Sending love and hugs!

  7. Brenda DeTar Avatar
    Brenda DeTar

    So good to see you. You are looking good. Love seeing your appetite back. Thanks for your daily updates. They let us pray more specifically. Love you!!!

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