Thank you for your prayers! The nurse just hung the first bag of Defibrotide on Ian's IV tree and it is flowing into his system. He will be getting it every 6 hours for the next three weeks. Please pray it is 100% effective and his liver responds quickly!
Thank you everyone for the monsoon of prayers and support you have poured out. Ian's spirit seems a bit stronger and brighter, though he is still in substantial pain and discomfort. He has gained over 14 pounds of fluid (!) in the past week and we are now really anticipating the drainage of his stomach to relieve some pressure. It's a rough road we're on but we are genuinely at peace knowing our Father is at the wheel.
Some have asked about my parents and help with our girls. My Dad flew home to Oklahoma on Tuesday as planned, but after news of Ian's status he is packed and ready to return as soon as tomorrow. My mom is staying until the end of the month. They have given of themselves above and beyond to support us from the very start. My mom booked her flight out here as soon as she heard Ian was in the ER, before leukemia was ever suspected. I am so blessed and thankful for them!
Some have asked about my parents and help with our girls. My Dad flew home to Oklahoma on Tuesday as planned, but after news of Ian's status he is packed and ready to return as soon as tomorrow. My mom is staying until the end of the month. They have given of themselves above and beyond to support us from the very start. My mom booked her flight out here as soon as she heard Ian was in the ER, before leukemia was ever suspected. I am so blessed and thankful for them!
Praise the Lord! I have been praying for the Defribriotide to come quickly. -Lis
ReplyDeleteOnce again, thank you Italy.
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That is a wonderful answer to everyone's prayers and encourages me and miranda greatly after the initial news. May this medicine be completely effective.
ReplyDeleteYes!!! I'm so glad the see this!!
ReplyDeleteGod is with you in all of this! Continuing to pray for all of Ian's and your needs as you walk by faith, one step at a time.
ReplyDeleteGlad you got the Defribrotide. The prayers are continuing from Rhode Island.
ReplyDeleteWow, that seemed fast - hallelujah. Praying!
ReplyDeleteWooohooo!
ReplyDeleteWhat an answer to prayer. We rejoice with you!
ReplyDeleteWe're praying for you guys. I'm so glad that Ian was able to get the medication. Nothing is too difficult for God. May God guard your hearts.
ReplyDeletelove,
Angela and John Ta
I'm praying and will keep praying, Christy.
ReplyDeleteLots of love,
Luciane
Great news, we are glad for this update! Our family has been praying for complete healing! May the Lord be your strength!
ReplyDeletelove from the Finlays
So thankful for answered prayers...looking forward to updates as we continue to petition our loving Father on your behalf.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Bill and Diane
We have a team of family and friends praying for you guys! Will Ian end up speaking Italian after this? :-)
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