Day 92- REUNITED
After a week apart, we are all home together tonight. It was Nolan and Arlo's first time they've ever been apart, and after tucking them into bed tonight, we overheard them talking...
'Arlo did you miss Mommy? Did you miss me? I missed you. I just want us to be togedder.'
Chemo Round 5 is officially DONE!!! Beads are strung, and we are entering hibernation mode again on Monday... Holing away to protect his precious little body from any germs that could hurt him while his body is weakened. Redden has been fussy the last two days and nights, and has only been sleeping in half hour increments. His doctor is aware, but since he has no fever or signs of infections, the assumption is he just feels awful because of the chemo.
I. hate. this.
Every part of me feels so wrong putting him through this but I know it's all we have. He needs this poison to save him.
This week our prayer is for patience for us as we try to keep two active boys busy, and one sick guy protected. Not an easy feat. We have an MRI and some treatments discussions to look forward to, and as always we are terrified and clinging to hope. Pray for a renewal of mind and spirit to keep us pushing forward.
Thank you for continuing to follow Reds story, and love our family in so many ways. This is terrible, and we're a disaster most of the time, but dear God it's so good to feel all of this love.
Most of all, thank you God for these boys I get to call mine.
'There is an enduring tenderness in the love of a Mother to a son that transcends all other affections of the heart.' Washington Irving
YES.
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Dear Beri and Brian, Your candid journal is allowing many to be aware of Redden's loving care that he is receiving. You are both doing a great job in keeping your little family secure and with Love. Prayers continued for your doctors and staff to always do what is best for Redden. I am sure they have his best interest at heart and are also praying that chemo will do some good intended. And special prayers for all of you to enjoy eachother every day. You have three beautiful sons!
We will be praying...💜🙏
Renewal it is, consider this prayer request marked special delivery. Love the photo of the boys running on the quiet street towards the sunlight what a beautiful analogy of where we are.
Someone once told me that God never gives you more than you can bear. I don't know if that is true. But I certainly do not know a more deserving family for Redden to be born into. You all are an AMAZING family! Wish you live and peace and healing.
Continued prayers for strength in this battle...
Remembering you all in prayer tonight. My the Grace of GOD surround you and fill you with the peace that passeth all understanding.
My heart breaks for all the pain little Redden and your whole family has to go through. Sometimes I just don't know what to say. I know God is in control but it doesn't mean I don't ask Why and when I get to heaven we will ask. I know as a Moma and Daddy there would be so many emotions that you don't know what to do with them. I continue to pray that God helps and comforts you. You are a beautiful family and thank you for sharing your journey . Love and a hug. Brenda
Yes, there is a different love with your sons. You love them in a sweet way and want to protect them always. We are praying deeply this week that God will shrink that tumor. xoxoxo
Hang in there. Lots of chaos in the "process", however, you, and your whole family are working together to support each other and make it happen. Embrase this craziness, as it is your / your families life...good, bad or indifferent. It's what you will all look back to and remember. Sending good, healing energies to you all!
Today I commit to getting on my face before our Almighty God each day with the simple, honest prayer of "Help" for your family. He is with you. In the sun flare beaming through the trees, catching the tears that flow down your cheek, He is with your tender boys' whispering comfort to each other. In the strong hand hold of your mate. In the sweet chubby cheeks of Red. God is with you. I pray you see Him flickering light over this difficult path. I pray your ears hear the sweet whisper of His love through each soul-wrenching hour.