I have to share the happy ending after my post yesterday. I completely melted down crying for a while, then pulled myself together to go upstairs to Ian's room and see how he was recovering. When I entered the room, there he stood - strong and smiling - with arms out to hug me while I cried some more, this time for joy! The nurse even gave us secret permission to go out for an hour and have dinner together! We walked to the closest restaurant that was open and then finished with a gelato on our way home. It was so sweet to get that extra little bonus round of time together. He even felt good enough to bound up the 11 flights of stairs back to his hospital room. I had tried (once) to walk the stairs and thought I was going to die half way up, so I took the elevator this time thinking I'd be waiting a while for him at the top. The elevator doors opened at the 11th floor to reveal Ian there waiting for me, not even out of breath!
That's my Ian :)
That's my Ian :)
I spent the night there with him last night and was able to be with him for the first round of chemotherapy this morning. All went well. The nausea isn't so bad yet. The real weakness shouldn't kick in for another week or so. Since they changed their policy on children, I'm bringing Asha tomorrow so he can continue to read Little House on the Prairie to her while he still has energy. For those of you who know the series, they are currently about half way through These Happy Golden Years. We are still looking for a caregiver but are confident there is a match out there for us. We are feeling strong and hopeful. Thank you for your prayers!
You guys both look awesome, glowing. I love the impromptu date night you had... the past week has been full of suprises!!
ReplyDeleteHave been thinking of you guys and continue to pray for you all. Praying that you will be able to keep your eyes on Jesus and walk on water through the storm! Your courage and trust in the Lord are a blessing to me.
ReplyDeleteIan, I'm so sorry to hear you are going though this challenge with your health. I hope you stay strong through all that you go through and know we are all prayIng for you to recover fully.
ReplyDeleteSteve Hinds and Family
Oh you guys are so beautiful! So happy to hear this report.
ReplyDeleteLeilah
Wow... so happy to read this one! Thanks for sharing with us and we will continue to pray!
ReplyDeleteWith Love,
Paul & Heather
God is so amazing! So glad you both had time together in the midst of craziness. He gives us exactly what we need right when we need it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pic! Thanks for sharing this highlight Christy and also for sharing your struggles because then we know especially when you need extra support. Much love to all and wishes and prayers for strength through the hard times, and hope for many more positive times to come. Happy reading with Asha, Ian! :) I watched Little House when I was a kid.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'll check if anyone in moms club knows of a caregiver who will fit what you're looking for. You never know! Let's hope so.
Cindy
Thank you Jesus for all kinds of sweetness...and, even as the Laura Ingalls Wilder family experienced, thank you for being with us in the grindingly difficult times. Blessed be the Lord.
ReplyDeleteWe're thinking of you and holding you up all the time!
Shanti