I am SO HAPPY to say that both Kevin and I slept like babies last night! It was much needed for both of us. They have Kevin on some new medicine to help calm him and help him sleep, and it worked! They’re working on lowering his pain medicine, as he’s not using it as much which is also a big plus.
Yesterday, Kevin got his Hickman port inserted just outside of his right collarbone. It’s a bit tender today, but they’ve already started using it. They’re hoping to consolidate IV’s when they take out the old IV port today, but they may still have to do one arm IV for a temporary time until he comes off of more things.
He is officially in the interim with the Chemo-we’re still waiting on the next rounds of drugs to start there. I did get to speak with our oncologist yesterday by myself, which was nice, but also raised my anxiety. I find that the more I know, the worse I think. So, now I pretty much know everything I can about what’s going on in Kevin’s body, and yes, we have some fear from time to time, but we’re pressing on, and keeping our Faith.
The most important things for us at this time are to keep our Faith in God, and our faith in each other. It is huge to us to show to each other that we believe in what each other can do. Kevin’s faith is very strong and as he said to me last night, “It’s not do I THINK I can beat this, I KNOW I can beat this.” That assures me to no end….
Today will hopefully be a good day-Kevin is having some abdominal tightness that we’re watching. His heart is sounding better than it was, which is very encouraging. He is going to get the old IV site out today, and get into a new chair in the next few minutes. We look forward to many accomplishments ahead.
Tomorrow Kevin’s cousin Doug flies in from Toronto-we’re anxious to see him. Tomorrow evening I’ll be driving back to Lancaster to be up for the BBQ and fundraiser. I’m excited to see everyone, and I’m sure it’ll be a wonderful, overwhelming day.
Thinking of you all..thank you for your continued prayers-MUCH LOVE FROM BALTIMORE!
Praise God for good sleep…answered prayers!
Praise for eh Hickman port!
Gentle hugs and love to you both.
Love,
Deborah
(Mauima)
Kevin and Brenda
Just a short note to say we are still there for you. Kevin you are amazing already sitting in a chair…keep up the good work and the positive thinking….this can be beat…and you are the man to do it. I am sure you are looking forward to seeing Doug…I have met him and I think he’s a great person. Brenda I am also happy that you will be going back to Lancaster for a mental break…I realize that there’s a BBQ planned however sometimes a change of mind is as good as a rest. You both will be in good hands for this weekend and I hope all goes well….
God Bless and keep listening to all the prayers going your way!
Brenda and Kevin:
I am so happy to hear that Kevin and you were both able to get a much needed good night sleep last night. Hopefully this will continue.
I am sure you are looking forward to the BBQ this weekend. It sounds like it will be an overwelming success!
Tell Kevin that we are thinking of him, and praying for his strenght to continue to grow with each passing day. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with both of you .
Gary and Carol Hainsworth
Thank you God for a great nights sleep!
See you Saturday Brenda!
Just read your blog. Just recently I heard someone dispute the phrase “sleeping like a baby”. Actually, I never thot of it this way but lots of times you don’t want to “sleep like a baby” cause they don’t sleep!!!! But I am glad both of you slept well.