Bad news first: Aaron is having a surgical procedure done tomorrow p.m. to insert a feeding tube directly into his stomach(called a PEG). Now the good news: Aaron will be able to get the nutrients and calories his body needs to heal and recover from the current onslaught of chemo and radiation.
Bad news: this past weekend was pretty hard going. He was able to get very little down...some water, a small amount of milk, a couple of jars of baby food. By Monday, (and his final chemo)he was just about de-hydrated. Because of this, the drs. ordered more fluids today and tomorrow, as well. Good news: He had a GREAT day yesterday and actually felt better than he has in several days. Today has been good, too. We are SOOOO grateful for this "reprieve"!!!! We know there is much prayer going up.. so thanks.
What we expect:
1. the chemo will intensify the effects of the radiation causing more pain, more burning of skin(blisters, etc)
2. he will be able to have surgery, spend one night, and not miss a radiation treatment
3. headaches and nausea will be lessened due to more food in his stomach
4. tumors have been and will contunue shrinking in size as cancerous cells are destroyed
5. we will be finished with treatments on April 25th, God willing
6.the pain will continue on a pretty high level for a week or 2 after treatments stop
We continue to be blessed by our friends and family. Thank you so much for the meals, cards, calls, emails and prayers. You just don't know how important your kindness has been to us. It has been a source of strength and encouragement when we needed it.
To date, Aaron has had 20 of 35 radiations and 2 of 2 chemotherapies. YEAH!!!! Please continue to pray for him as he has surgery tomorrow, makes adjustments with feeding tube, and continues to fight to swallow even as pain increases more and more in throat and mouth. Also, pray for teeth, hair, and skin as they are taking lots of abuse.
Meanwhile, the good news is: I finally have Aaron right where I want him: SPEECHLESS !!!!
Bad news: he has to wave his arms and use sign language to boss me around. Good news/bad news: I can't always decifer what he wants!!!!(???)
Seriously, we are thankful for how God is working in our lives in this circumstance. He is faithful. His Word is true. He is providing, sustaining, and keeping us. We are blessed.
I Peter 1:3-9
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We are so glad to hear of Aaron having a good day. We continue to cover you and him in prayer. Especially for the pain. For officially passing the half-way point, Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Thanks for keeping us posted.
the Henry's
Debbie -
David, Jonathan any myself will keep Aaron and the whole family in our prayers.
Love In Christ,
Christy Shirley
There isn't a day that goes by that I haven't prayed for Aaron. God has placed a burden on my heart to remember him each day and his healing progress. Debbie, your spirit sounds upbeat but I can only imagine the pain that exists deep down inside watching a loved one suffer through this terrible ordeal of Cancer. I know that you know the promises of God and the Holy Scriptures bring you the comfort you need. We love you--Monika Payton
Aaron and his family are in my prayers and thoughts everyday. Love you guys!
Dear Aaron,
I am praying for you and your family during this time. May God richly bless you.
Heath Compton
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