Sunday, August 31, 2008

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Hi. Did I mention the (She can turn on a dime) well once again she has. Seems she only rates a good day long enough to get us excited thinking we have one more thing behind her,and the positive aspect of that is I guess she does, she just dives off into the next bump in the road without warning.. Last eve she had so overcome all the obstacles she had dealt with through out the day. At midnight labs she was running a temp,and laboring for breath which was very scary for her , and she had once more turned fire engine red. Dr. came early , ordered her a steroid shot,& sent her to Xray. This afternoon she received her last chemo and something to help get rid of the water. I do believe the steroid shot may have been the ticket as her redness is fading, her eyes are back in her head, and her face takes on the resemblance of Brenda once again. Am so grateful things are better now but alittle afraid to think that this could be the end of the worst as I keep taking the wrong road I like the straight and narrow and she keeps taking the ole bumpy one with twists and turns. Her Xrays showed she did have fluid in her lungs., the steroid will also help with that. She was wanting us to ask "grandma" what to do cause she knows about everything!!!!! Believe me I was tempted to do just that . This is how she rest ,her mind never shuts down hopefully when she gets rid of some water and can catch a good breath she can have a peaceful and restful sleep. She did test positive for GVH but with the smallest of number this s a very good sign, and with the steroid shot it should keep it at bay It so feels like I am spreading doom gloom but this is how it is. If one more thing would have happened to day I was calling in the Wyo. troops. I remembered reading Kathy's blog someone had sent her this and reminded me "That God didn't promise days without pain , Laughter without sorrow, sun without rain . But he did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way. This has read so true for all these girls, and all that love them!. Will keep you informed!!!! And keep remembering we ARE ONE DAY CLOSER THAN WE WERE YESTERDAY!! Love to all chick

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  1. So sorry to hear you guys have had a rough night and day. It breaks my heart, but you are so right about another day down. We are all sending our prayers and strength your way!!! I am heading to Deb's for a couple hours this evening. It has cooled down about 15 degrees in the last hour. We love you and are thinking about you!!!! Helen

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  2. Chicken,
    We are so grateful we can read your message every day. We know how hard this is for you to watch....but the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. We pray continuously for a good outcome and better days are ahead!
    Our love and prayers to all of you.
    Phyllis

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  3. Chicken and Brenda, so sorry to hear that things are not getting better very fast. I can't imagine what you are both going thru. Thank God that Brenda has you to be there for so much support. Got home last night from Delta and got up early to go to the Green Mts. to ride the four wheelers. Glad to get home today and just rest. Think of you two so often and am praying for these days to pass quickly and get on to better days. Take care, Love Amy

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  4. Chicken & Brenda,
    September 1st is almost here and all things will start to be better. Remember that was supposed to be the day of the transplant and look how far ahead of the game you are right now. You two are going to turn into night people and hopefully you are getting some rest during the day. I have been going to call but I don't want to interrupt some of your much needed rest. Prayers are being said daily and I know they will help--just have faith. Will talk to you later. Charlene

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  5. Chicken & Brenda,
    I am so sorry you are having to go thru so much pain and I know you are both so scared. Each day that passes I know the next day will be better for you both. I wish everyone that loves you guys could just step in and take some of the pain away. All we can do is pray for you both and know that there are better days ahead. It's very cool here today and fall is in the air. I have wanted to call, but will wait until things settle down for the two of you. Love you guys and hang in there...Bonnie

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  6. Brenda & Chicken,
    Wish we could all rap our arms around you both and hug you with all our might! Praying for strength and healing. Love ya all~
    Liz~

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