Wednesday Morning Update ~
Good Morning,
It's Wednesday morning and I wanted to update you on our progress this week. As many of you know each day is different from the other Gary's daily condition changes often. However, I must report and praise that the last two days, I am thinking due to your prayers, Gary is digesting protein, therefore feeling a little stronger. Thank you!
Each week for the last four weeks we pack up on Sunday night and Monday morning we head to Carlsbad were Gary's doctor is located. Gary receives treatment all five days, but on Tuesday and Thursday he receives Chemo. I would ask that you remember him in your prayers daily but especially on the Chemo days.
We met with the doctor yesterday, he is working with us tirelessly in addressing Gary s bloating and digestion issues, he also reported that Gary will start the stem cell treatment this Friday. When Gary started treatment they took his blood sent it Greece where they create healthy new stem cells from his own blood! The new stem cells will kill off the malfunctioning stem cells in Gary's body, thereby, doing the job they were meant to do and that is to recognize cancer cells and kill them.
We continue to keep the doctor and his staff in our prayers and ask that you would please pray for them that God would give them wisdom in addressing Gary's and all of the patients they severe. Prayers for continued direction regarding surgery and if it is the best option, continued prayers for Gary's digestion and absorption issues, and prayers for our family, as you can imagine this has been very difficult for our children to absorb, but we have seen God at work even answering life long prayers and we are grateful.
It's early in the day, my energy is good, I must admit that the tears can come without notice but then Gary and I read your encouraging posts, our we get a telephone call or text reminding us your still out there routing for Team Barton to Knock Out CANCER.
In the meantime we are blessed and grateful each day and for each one of you,
Blessings, Dawn
Comments (22)
Wow! Thanks for the update Dawn. It's really good to know specifically what treatment is happening when so we can pray more efficiently. So amazing what they are doing for Gar. We love you guys so much and do pray daily for strength and courage to face the day...one day at a time. hugs...sher
I agree with Shery on knowing the specifics of the treatment. My family, mom and sis, are praying for you all! Thank you!
Thanks so much for the update. I've been wondering how Gary is doing. So thankful to God for allowing him to be in such good hands. Praying for guidance for the doctors, and healing for Gary. Praying also that you will have the strength you need each day. I know it must be very hard to move back and forth like that. So praying, "Lord, shower them with your love, strength and healing, and truly hide them in the shadow of your wings, untill this calimity is past."
Hanging with you in in prayer and the fellowship of suffering...and rejoicing in hope.
Thanks so much for the update. I've been wondering how Gary is doing. So thankful to God for allowing him to be in such good hands. Praying for guidance for the doctors, and healing for Gary. Praying also that you will have the strength you need each day. I know it must be very hard to move back and forth like that. So praying, "Lord, shower them with your love, strength and healing, and truly hide them in the shadow of your wings, untill this calimity is past." Much love .....
Karen Beasanski - Wonderful news! Sounds like Gary is in very capable hands and that every option is carefully considered on his behalf. May God's strength and love continue to move you forward through what is sure to be a challenging but victorious battle. Thinking of you daily.
Thank you for the update and will most certainly keep you and Gary and your whole family in our prayers for healing and doctors wisdom, and light, love and strength during treatments. Lots of love from the sutherland family
Thank you so much for these updates. We love Gary and your incredible family. Ronda and I got together yesterday and spoke so much of how Gary is SO amazing. He is one of a kind and we are rooting for him to recover through God's grace. Please give him a big hug. Xx
Dawn and Gary: it is wonderful to hear of the many positive events.in this journey. I pray you find your daddy god is as near as cheek to cheek. This is by far the toughest trial, but I know from personal experience that daddy god is closer than one can even imagine. You are in my prayers though I am silent. STAY strong and continue to let your needs be addressed for all of us to pray and provide for...you are loved!
Thank you Dawn for the update. Our family continues to pray and think of you daily. Gary is an amazing guy with a pure heart. Keep up the good work.
We continue our prayers for Gary, his family, and his doctors. We know God will never leave Gary throughout this trial. Keep fighting the good fight. Stan
Praise the LORD!!
Hi Dawn and Gary! First and above all "Praise the Lord" that Gary is gainingg strength. Please know that your family is in our prayers. The Ahlers' love you and will continue to pray for all of you! Blessings, Debra Ahlers
So glad to hear the update. Sending many prayers to your family and please let Gary know we are keeping him in our prayers, as well as Team Barton. Hugs to you all
This is good news! The hand of God is in this. Remain blessed.
Thank you for such a detailed update. Prayers from the Burnhams for all of Team Barton. Tell Gary he is loved by many.
Awesome news, Dawn! I don't text you everyday, but it seems that you guys are on my mind when I go to bed at night and when I wake up you are still on my mind. Always praying & always believing for God's best for Gary & and the family. Love ya!
Thanks for the encouraging update, Dawn! I know this is so difficult for all of you. Asking for much rest for you, Gary, so your body can heal in due time! Asking for wisdom for the doctors and for peace that our faithful Father has you guys in the palm of His hand. Also asking that you both especially can hear the sweet nothings He's whispering to you! Lifting you again and again!
Today is Thursday and my prayer is that today's chemo went well and that you can rest and refresh after what must have been a difficult day... God be with them tonight, help them rest in your hands
thank you for the update. we love you!
My prayers are with you daily. Keep up the good fight...
Hi Gary and Dawn. I recently learned of Gary's battle with cancer and just want you to know that you are all prayed for daily. I remember the uncertainty and the indescribable worry when Gregg (my brother) was going through treatment. We will all continue to think positively. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.