We crossed of chemo #6 for Chris on Monday. Phew, we are glad we reached that milestone and it is in the past.
During the treatment we could see the accumulation of the whole chemo process on his body as he was more tired and feeling especially unlike himself. This continued even throughout the past two days. Thankfully, this evening, Wednesday, he was perking up again.
They removed the vincristine for a second time, part of his chemo protocol. This drug is the main contributor to his neuropathy, and since he could not report a significant improvement in the neuropathy from chemo #5 to chemo #6 it was concluded it was best to continue to withhold.
Bloodwork continues to be excellent.
The current plan stands that for the next 2.5 weeks he will finish this cycle and continue to recuperate. It really does take time to “claw” his way back again, as he likes to put it at times.
His PET scan is scheduled for Monday, October 16th.
Review of the PET scan and future treatment discussions will be on Monday, October 23, just a day after Chris’s 44th birthday! The doctor has indicated that the PET scan will be the only test he will need to determine prognosis and next steps. Phrases like “remission likely” and “testing every 3 months” have been mentioned in our last three appointments.
We continue to give thanks to the Lord!!
Join us in prayer for:
-continued healing in Chris’s body
-clear direction from the medical team regarding next steps
-clarity from the Lord regarding his path for us, both now and ahead
-comfort for the kids as they persevere and to seize the day where they are
Below is a picture of Emalene “seizing” the day. The first time that she remembers eating CoolWhip.
Thank you for the update. Continuing to pray for Chris and all of you through this next round and looking towards the PET scan. Much love to you!
May God continue to strengthen Chris as he deals with the effects of chemo and may the doctors have great wisdom in Jesus precious name amen!
Whoo-hoo!
Praising God for every step you have made and day that you have celebrated. Lord we pray that Chris’ body and systems respond well that he recovers and the cancerous cell’s are dealt with. Thank you for your faithfulness.
I’m sorry this week has been harder than your usual-after-chemo, Chris.
You have significant experience now at recovering – or “clawing” your way back! I believe that’s an important life skill,but I’m still sorry you’ve had to learn it such a hard way. Hopefully your kids will just learn it from your example.
Praise God for holding you up and holding you all together through this!
You – Chris, Becca, Luis, Lucas, and Emalene (of the amazing hair) – are always on our hearts and in our prayers!
LORD, we pray that Chris may soon be back to normal after his 6th Chemo. Father, we pray for a decisive PET scan and wisdom for the doctors to determine the next steps. Father, you know every cell in Chris’ body, you are able to give the doctors wisdom beyong their knowledge, and you can heal and restore Chris to complete health. We trust in you. Amen.
May God restore strength and health, and provide me cool whip!
“Remission likely” is such a sweet phrase! I’m so glad you’ve been getting good news throughout this process.
Prayers for Chris as he finishes this 6th round.
May you all feel the Father’s hands holding you tight.
Thanks so much for the update. We are praying.
Love,
Dora and Eric Lindgren
Such a milestone! Praying for his continued healing process. Praying for the kids, that they continue to strive in Michigan schools. Praying for you, Becca, for your continued health and that your stress lessens as his healing continues. Sending my love.
Special prayers for you, Becca, as you are holding the family together, by God’s grace.
Continued prayers for Chris and you all.
Thinking of all these Simple Jesus Surprises you are encountering on your journey, things like your daughters delight to Cool Whip!🙏🙏
Our god is so able! Continued prayers for you and your family.
Ruth Circle at First Baptist in Collinsville will be thinking of you today as we meet and pray. God is good! He is good all the time and we are thankful for the doctors and the medicines available. We love you and your whole family!
Chris, you are a shining example of pushing through tribulation. In my daily devotion, this was the verse. “Knowing that tribulation worketh patience” (Romans 5:3). I so wish you would not have to endure this, but for a reason only the Lord knows, He’s using this time for His greater purpose. I am praying for your endurance and your warrior spirit!
Continued prayers for…
Chris as he recovers and his body is restored!
Becca as she is the strong tower through this journey.
Luis for his school, his cross country and his upcoming 15th birthday. (and fishing)
Lucas for his hard work at school, his cross country and being a good son, brother and friend.
Emalene for her to find special friends at school, for her cheerleading, and that she continues to be her fun loving self.
Love you all so much!!
Aunt Dawn & Uncle Doug
We hope this pain and discomfort are soon at an end!
So thankful Chris has completed his course of chemo treatments and that the bloodwork looks good! Praying his body will bounce back and he’ll be feeling himself again soon. Emalene is just adorable. How is cheer going for her?
We are so thankful for the updates and continue to keep you all in prayer. Love the Cool Whip 🙂
I’m reading the reports and praying along! Trusting the Lord to continue to strengthen the whole family for endurance with patience! So proud of you all!
LOVE reading your updates! We continue to pray for your healing, peace, and rest in Him.
Yay for #6 being over. Praying for good deep recovery in His timing. May you know his strength and favor.
Thankful with you for the good work that God is doing in Chris’ body. Continuing to pray all of you through. And….cool whip for Emalene – so fun! 🙂
Good news is always GOOD to get! And the GOOD is all the better what with the shadows of darkness that have come before it! And with all the jumping around that Emalene does in her new-found passion as a little cheerleader, she can probably eat Cool Whip with impunity! 🙂 With our continued prayers
Holding you both and your precious family close in thought and prayer. Praying for Chris in the recovery process of this cycle and continuing to pray for healing.
Sending love to each of you…..and hugs, too….
Great photo, cool whip is OK but real whipping cream is the bomb. Keep up the good fight Chris & Fam!
Praying on for Chris’s return to complete health & perseverance & God’s sustaining presence in all of your lives! Love that cool whip! Thank you Jesus for Your sweetness in the midst of life’s crazy!,