Praying for Strength...
"God will give us the strength and resources we need to live through any situation in life that He ordains." ~ Billy Graham
It is a glorious day, simply beautiful bright blue skies, cooler temps, refreshing breeze. I am so glad Fall is finally here! I love this time of year! I only wish I felt better so I could go out for a walk. Unfortunately, I've come down with a UTI. It has been more painful than any I've had in the past and has knocked me off my feet. I am feeling a little better today thankfully, so the antibiotics are kicking in it seems.
I'm feeling much more positive about the next three treatments. I am just so thankful that this new drug doesn't make me nauseous. It seems to be much more manageable and I feel much stronger. With these treatments, there is a chance of neuropathy in my hands and feet. I am keeping my hands and feet wrapped in ice packs during treatments to minimize the drug getting to those areas. I've only felt a twinge of it thus far, mainly when I put my hands in hot water. The water feels much hotter on the tips of my fingers. This is usually temporary and I am praying that is the case with me. I have basically 5 more weeks until I am done with chemo and I can't wait!! It will be the BEST Thanksgiving blessing ever!!
Today I noticed that my big toenails are turning purple. I read that is a side effect of chemo sometimes. I am hoping it doesn't do the same thing to my fingernails. Anyway, I've made the best of it and painted my toenails with some black, sparkly polish! I suppose if my nails start to turn I'll do the same to them.
Today I prayed for God to help me stay strong. I know that there's nothing I will face that God cannot handle. Your prayers, cards, and messages are keeping me strong as well. I have been overwhelmed by the love I have been shown in so many ways! I will never, ever be able to repay the love and kindness that has been shown to me. As we get nearer to the end of 2018, I can definitely say that I cannot wait to leave it behind, to shake the dust off my feet and be done with it. It has been a very, very difficult year in so many ways. But, there is one thing I will never forget about 2018 and that is how my loved ones rallied around me and helped me defeat this giant through your prayers on my behalf, your encouragement and your love. I thank God for each of you every single day!
Today's Prayer Requests:
It is a glorious day, simply beautiful bright blue skies, cooler temps, refreshing breeze. I am so glad Fall is finally here! I love this time of year! I only wish I felt better so I could go out for a walk. Unfortunately, I've come down with a UTI. It has been more painful than any I've had in the past and has knocked me off my feet. I am feeling a little better today thankfully, so the antibiotics are kicking in it seems.
I'm feeling much more positive about the next three treatments. I am just so thankful that this new drug doesn't make me nauseous. It seems to be much more manageable and I feel much stronger. With these treatments, there is a chance of neuropathy in my hands and feet. I am keeping my hands and feet wrapped in ice packs during treatments to minimize the drug getting to those areas. I've only felt a twinge of it thus far, mainly when I put my hands in hot water. The water feels much hotter on the tips of my fingers. This is usually temporary and I am praying that is the case with me. I have basically 5 more weeks until I am done with chemo and I can't wait!! It will be the BEST Thanksgiving blessing ever!!
Today I noticed that my big toenails are turning purple. I read that is a side effect of chemo sometimes. I am hoping it doesn't do the same thing to my fingernails. Anyway, I've made the best of it and painted my toenails with some black, sparkly polish! I suppose if my nails start to turn I'll do the same to them.
Today I prayed for God to help me stay strong. I know that there's nothing I will face that God cannot handle. Your prayers, cards, and messages are keeping me strong as well. I have been overwhelmed by the love I have been shown in so many ways! I will never, ever be able to repay the love and kindness that has been shown to me. As we get nearer to the end of 2018, I can definitely say that I cannot wait to leave it behind, to shake the dust off my feet and be done with it. It has been a very, very difficult year in so many ways. But, there is one thing I will never forget about 2018 and that is how my loved ones rallied around me and helped me defeat this giant through your prayers on my behalf, your encouragement and your love. I thank God for each of you every single day!
Today's Prayer Requests:
- Continue to pray for those affected by hurricanes Florence and Michael.
- Pray for the antibiotics to work quickly to get rid of this horrible UTI.
- Praise again that I am tolerating this chemo drug much better than the last!
- Praise for the beautiful Fall weather!
- Please pray for my family.
- Please pray for me to be brave, strong, stay well and stay positive.
Today's Verse:
<3 Love you and continuing to pray for your healing. Love, Mom
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