Radiation Complete !!!
Friday was Kate's final day of radiation. We are glad that those daily trips to Pittsburgh are behind us. We are so thankful that Kate did not battle heavy nausea and vomiting during this three weeks of radiation - what a gift of grace.
The biggest side effect seems to be fatigue, which has been magnified by the pain medication Kate is on for her shingles. She's taking naps and goes to bed early. She's felt good and is enjoying going to graduation parties of friends who have just graduated. She tires easily and isn't up to staying long, but she's glad just to be out and about with friends.
~Praise for an extremely smooth three weeks of radiation.
~Please ask that long term side effects of radiation, which may not show them selves until further down the road, would be minimal to none, as were the immediate side effects.
~Please ask for Kate's counts to rebound and her immune system to recover quickly. Kate's platelets are low as evidenced by bruising. WBC's are low as evidenced in Kate's encounter with shingles. Kate's body has a lot of healing to do. Please pray that she will be strengthened each day.
~Kate will be doing some physical therapy to build up her weak thigh muscles. We hope to be able to do this locally, and not have to travel daily to Pittsburgh.
This afternoon Maggie departed for her week at church camp. She was excited to say the least. God's grace and mercy have been so apparent in Maggie's life. Despite all that she has been through on our journey of the past few years, her heart has remained tender, she finds joy in even the littlest things and has such enthusiasm and passion for life.
~Please pray that Maggie will experience God in new ways this week and that she will grow in her walk with Him and that He will renew her in the areas where the wear and tear of this journey may have left its mark.
As always we are grateful for your on going prayers. Each morning brings God's gift of a new day filled with blessings to be unwrapped and enjoyed to the fullest. While some days bring challenges, we experience God's amazing grace and mercy, as He gives us reason for joy and smiles even in the midst of those challenges.
Only by grace,
Elaine
The biggest side effect seems to be fatigue, which has been magnified by the pain medication Kate is on for her shingles. She's taking naps and goes to bed early. She's felt good and is enjoying going to graduation parties of friends who have just graduated. She tires easily and isn't up to staying long, but she's glad just to be out and about with friends.
~Praise for an extremely smooth three weeks of radiation.
~Please ask that long term side effects of radiation, which may not show them selves until further down the road, would be minimal to none, as were the immediate side effects.
~Please ask for Kate's counts to rebound and her immune system to recover quickly. Kate's platelets are low as evidenced by bruising. WBC's are low as evidenced in Kate's encounter with shingles. Kate's body has a lot of healing to do. Please pray that she will be strengthened each day.
~Kate will be doing some physical therapy to build up her weak thigh muscles. We hope to be able to do this locally, and not have to travel daily to Pittsburgh.
This afternoon Maggie departed for her week at church camp. She was excited to say the least. God's grace and mercy have been so apparent in Maggie's life. Despite all that she has been through on our journey of the past few years, her heart has remained tender, she finds joy in even the littlest things and has such enthusiasm and passion for life.
~Please pray that Maggie will experience God in new ways this week and that she will grow in her walk with Him and that He will renew her in the areas where the wear and tear of this journey may have left its mark.
As always we are grateful for your on going prayers. Each morning brings God's gift of a new day filled with blessings to be unwrapped and enjoyed to the fullest. While some days bring challenges, we experience God's amazing grace and mercy, as He gives us reason for joy and smiles even in the midst of those challenges.
Only by grace,
Elaine
posted by Tracy @ 7:46 AM
5 Comments:
At 10:19 AM,
Anonymous said…
We're thankful that you've put another stressful hospital experience behind you. We're praying you don't experience anymore setbacks.
Fountain...
At 6:17 PM,
Anonymous said…
I read a quote that said -
"Adversity is the diamond dust
Heaven uses to polish its jewels"
The three of you are well polished jewels and I stand in awe of your unwavering faith and strength. Now it is your time to renew yourselves and look forward to a promising future.
Love ya'
PB
At 11:41 AM,
Anonymous said…
Thanks for giving us direction in our prayers for y'all. Let's pray now for that healing and recovery from the radiation! So glad that God is faithful and good to protect the hearts of His children! That is part of my prayer for all three of you everyday. Really glad Magster will have some fun at camp and also meet Jesus in a special way. Kate, you're doing great......we love you!
At 7:51 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hey girls, We have been thinking about you and praying for you. This verse came to mind tonight and is quite appropriate. Ephesians 3:20,21 Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than we could ask or imagine according to His power that is at work in us. To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations for ever and ever. Amen!! To God be the glory! We miss you! Hope to see you soon.
Adele(for the gang)
At 4:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
HALLELUJAH! It's over! Congratulations, Kate, Elaine, and Maggie, on your splendid performance during yet another very trying leg of the race. You made it! And we, your fan club, are all so happy and excited... and proud of you! We hope you can enjoy some lazy summer days, relaxing in the strength of the Lord... resting, playing, enjoying fun days and quiet evenings!! We love you all. The Burkhardts
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