Well, we thought it would be smooth sailing now that the radiation is done. How quickly our minds can change!
Gary's pain is much better; he just "complains" of stiffness now. But that is truly a praise-he is so thankful that the pain is almost gone. However, we had no idea Gary would be sick all weekend with nausea and throwing up. He began to feel "wormy" (as my mother calls it) Thursday afternoon, and it got worse until Saturday morning. He seems to be doing better this morning, but we are holding our breath.
We have talked with some who have endured radiation therapy to see if they had similar effects; it seems this is the "norm" for cancer patients. As the amount of radiation in his body increases, so does the inability to eat and keep the food down.
This newest symptom is not helping Gary to heal; he desperately needs strength, and the lack of food causes him severe fatigue. Please pray for immediate relief from this. As he says everyday, he just wants to begin living again. He is looking forward to returning to WLBF and "making a difference" again. I keep telling him he is making a difference every day that he chooses to fight and gives God the credit for everything that has happened.
If you feel led this week, please send Gary and/or Hope a note, letting them know how much they are appreciated and what they have done to help you in your life. God tells us to encourage each other daily, and both Gary and Hope need that desperately right now. Both are working so hard to follow what God requires of them, even though this road is very difficult right now. It is always a blessing to know their efforts are noticed.
We, as always, praise God for His mountain of blessings. May He be glorified forever and ever for His wondrous ways.
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Gary and Hope...
Dear precious friends - your continuing life challenge has us all on our knees along with you (not sick, but praying). Your genuine, warm and instant friendship has endeared you to so many people (including me). Wish your friends could all just wrap you in their arms and ease your pain and discomfort. We can't all do that physically, but all of us do that collectively in our hearts whenever we think of you (which is often). We know you are in the arms of your Savior every moment of every day. May He grant you His all-encompassing peace and comfort.
You've invested greatly into God's Kingdom, and He pays great dividends!!!
Continuing to stand with you as we trust in the One who gives us life.
Your friends always -
Jon and Carol Bulkley
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