Loved Ones,
It was a harder day for Ray. He was pretty knocked out. It's always harder when you feel so bad physically to feel positive and encouraged. So it's a struggle on many fronts.
I'm telling you, God is answering our prayers though for strength and endurance because that is what it takes! High fevers, vomiting, ear infections (all from kids), Halloween parties, health policy. It is all in a day at the Fitzgerald home and we are so glad for the prayers because that gets us through!
By tonight Ray seemed a little better. Managed to eat something and was up a little bit. So we look forward to new mercies in the morning!
"I will betroth you to me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in love and compassion. I will betroth you in faithfulness, and you will acknowledge the LORD."
Hosea 2:19-20
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Round Ten Continues
Loved Ones,
It was a tough day for Ray. He is very tired and this time seems to have more nausea that usual. We are thankful for the strength of the chemo! Still, we pray that the side effects will soon subside.
And, we pray extra patience for the girls and I as life goes on around him as we always miss him while he is especially tired.
Last, we pray strength and endurance for Ray as he finishes this round of chemo and for me to keep up with the rest of the tasks.
We thank you so much for your many prayers.
"Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance."
Phillipians 1:19
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
It was a tough day for Ray. He is very tired and this time seems to have more nausea that usual. We are thankful for the strength of the chemo! Still, we pray that the side effects will soon subside.
And, we pray extra patience for the girls and I as life goes on around him as we always miss him while he is especially tired.
Last, we pray strength and endurance for Ray as he finishes this round of chemo and for me to keep up with the rest of the tasks.
We thank you so much for your many prayers.
"Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance."
Phillipians 1:19
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Round Ten Continues
Loved Ones,
It was a tired day for Ray. The steriods he receives as part of his pre-meds really keep him up late so he was very tired this morning and even the rest of the day. Both of us fell asleep putting the kids to bed.
He did his best to eat this morning but his appetite was waning by this evening. Even with the extra week off of chemo, his weight is still quite low. So we pray for weight maintenance because it is just so hard to put weight back on.
For the girls' sniffles and coughs and for my broken tailbone (a little accident this weekend!) we pray for quick recovery so that we can all be happily chasing each other around soon.
And, as Ray endures the chemo we pray for God's mighty healing hand on Ray.
"Be not far from me, O God; come quickly, O my God, to help me. But as for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more. My mouth will tell of your righteousness, of your salvation all day long." Psalm 71:12, 13-14
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
It was a tired day for Ray. The steriods he receives as part of his pre-meds really keep him up late so he was very tired this morning and even the rest of the day. Both of us fell asleep putting the kids to bed.
He did his best to eat this morning but his appetite was waning by this evening. Even with the extra week off of chemo, his weight is still quite low. So we pray for weight maintenance because it is just so hard to put weight back on.
For the girls' sniffles and coughs and for my broken tailbone (a little accident this weekend!) we pray for quick recovery so that we can all be happily chasing each other around soon.
And, as Ray endures the chemo we pray for God's mighty healing hand on Ray.
"Be not far from me, O God; come quickly, O my God, to help me. But as for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more. My mouth will tell of your righteousness, of your salvation all day long." Psalm 71:12, 13-14
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Monday, October 27, 2008
Round Ten in Progress
Loved Ones,
Chemo is in progress! Ray was feeling bad this morning, the nurse thinks possibly a little bug. Nevertheless, we proceeded with chemo as his numbers were looking good.
Our day went so smoothly. We had minimal traffic and very little waiting. During chemo we watched the captivating movie Amazing Grace and had visitors who brought prayers. We had our favorite pumpkin soup from Au Bon Pain. And last, I am making huge progress on my knitting!
We returned home to happy girls, our sweet family, and dinner cooked by a special neighbor.
This is a multifront battle and we are so grateful for your assistance on every front. Faithfully and lovingly caring for our precious girls so that we need not worry. Today, reminding us of the SOLID GROUND on which we place our hope for healing and for living each day.
We find God's hand in everything. We know he orders our very steps and thus we are filled with courage whatever we face.
"This is what the LORD says to his anointed... I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. I will give you the treasures of darkness, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who summons you by name."
Isaiah 45:1-3
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Chemo is in progress! Ray was feeling bad this morning, the nurse thinks possibly a little bug. Nevertheless, we proceeded with chemo as his numbers were looking good.
Our day went so smoothly. We had minimal traffic and very little waiting. During chemo we watched the captivating movie Amazing Grace and had visitors who brought prayers. We had our favorite pumpkin soup from Au Bon Pain. And last, I am making huge progress on my knitting!
We returned home to happy girls, our sweet family, and dinner cooked by a special neighbor.
This is a multifront battle and we are so grateful for your assistance on every front. Faithfully and lovingly caring for our precious girls so that we need not worry. Today, reminding us of the SOLID GROUND on which we place our hope for healing and for living each day.
We find God's hand in everything. We know he orders our very steps and thus we are filled with courage whatever we face.
"This is what the LORD says to his anointed... I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. I will give you the treasures of darkness, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who summons you by name."
Isaiah 45:1-3
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Round Ten Redux
Loved Ones,
We are set for Round 10 tomorrow. We are hopeful that Ray's counts will be high enough for chemo! He's not been feeling as well Saturday and Sunday, so we are praying for the chemo to work its healing power.
Despite feeling tired, Ray soldiered on today as we had a Halloween party with the kids. Our Indian Princess, Cowgirl and "Preschooler" had a wonderful time. And Ray was able to catch some of the games with friends.
So it was a good day. And we pray for a good, smooth day tomorrow.
"The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul." Psalm 23:1-3
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
We are set for Round 10 tomorrow. We are hopeful that Ray's counts will be high enough for chemo! He's not been feeling as well Saturday and Sunday, so we are praying for the chemo to work its healing power.
Despite feeling tired, Ray soldiered on today as we had a Halloween party with the kids. Our Indian Princess, Cowgirl and "Preschooler" had a wonderful time. And Ray was able to catch some of the games with friends.
So it was a good day. And we pray for a good, smooth day tomorrow.
"The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul." Psalm 23:1-3
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Saturday
Loved Ones,
Ray was pretty tired today. Perhaps it was his week of fun. Nonetheless, we took in Nora's soccer game and this evening he visited with a friend.
Our whole household is busy preparing for Halloween! So we did errands while Daddy rested.
We are so grateful for your continued prayers.
A friend sent us this verse. It reminds me so much of how I feel when we are at chemo. I thought it was good preparation for our trip on Monday.
"The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me... He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted... to proclaim the year of the LORD's favor... to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor. Isaiah 61:1-3
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Ray was pretty tired today. Perhaps it was his week of fun. Nonetheless, we took in Nora's soccer game and this evening he visited with a friend.
Our whole household is busy preparing for Halloween! So we did errands while Daddy rested.
We are so grateful for your continued prayers.
A friend sent us this verse. It reminds me so much of how I feel when we are at chemo. I thought it was good preparation for our trip on Monday.
"The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me... He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted... to proclaim the year of the LORD's favor... to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor. Isaiah 61:1-3
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Friday, October 24, 2008
A Very Good Week
Loved Ones,
Ray is really doing well with the calories. We are on a quest to find the highest calorie drink! That tastes good of course! Talk about gaining weight without really enjoying it!
We had another great day filled with friends and family, topping off a very good week.
Ray continues to feel pretty good and we are confident that his numbers will be high enough for chemo Monday! But what do we know, we thought the same last Monday!
Thank you for your many prayers.
"We rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us." Romans 5:3-5
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
Ray is really doing well with the calories. We are on a quest to find the highest calorie drink! That tastes good of course! Talk about gaining weight without really enjoying it!
We had another great day filled with friends and family, topping off a very good week.
Ray continues to feel pretty good and we are confident that his numbers will be high enough for chemo Monday! But what do we know, we thought the same last Monday!
Thank you for your many prayers.
"We rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us." Romans 5:3-5
not alone and not afraid --
kristin and ray
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