Thursday, November 02, 2006
Palliative suggestions
Amy had an appointment with her Oncologist today. Dr. Mulkerin was back and she was happy to see him. Previous to seeing him, she had more blood work done and the results showed a slight decline in liver function since last week. Amy took the opportunity to get caught up with him and his opinion about her health and he reiterated that they continue to see no evidence of cancer recurrence. He cautioned her that in her weakened state that she must be extremely careful, that even contracting a simple cold could put her in the hospital in intensive care. He also wants us to consider in house Hospice care…I’m not sure what to think about this, I will really have to think about it and pray. He also prescribed a walker with a tray and a foam wedge for her to use in bed to help her sit up more easily. He also asked her if she’d like a hospital bed at home…at this point she started to cry and blinking back tears she answered him, ‘No…I think that will be too much for the kids…’
Amy continues to eat well (she lost 1lb this week), but she sleeps/naps a lot. To be fair, she is up quite a bit during the night, so maybe it balances itself out.
Psalms 91:1-2 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
Dear Heavenly Father,
when all is darkness and we feel our weakness and helplessness, give us the sense of Your presence, Your love, and Your strength. Help us to have perfect trust in Your protecting love and strengthening power, so that we may endure the weight of this journey, and through clinging to the cross and searching you out, we shall see Your hand...Your purpose...Your will through all of this.
This is Amy's story as seen and told by me – V
Amy continues to eat well (she lost 1lb this week), but she sleeps/naps a lot. To be fair, she is up quite a bit during the night, so maybe it balances itself out.
Psalms 91:1-2 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
Dear Heavenly Father,
when all is darkness and we feel our weakness and helplessness, give us the sense of Your presence, Your love, and Your strength. Help us to have perfect trust in Your protecting love and strengthening power, so that we may endure the weight of this journey, and through clinging to the cross and searching you out, we shall see Your hand...Your purpose...Your will through all of this.
This is Amy's story as seen and told by me – V
# posted by Vince @ 9:51 PM 
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Amy and Vince,
As I read the blog today and your thought provoking prayer at the end, I was reminded how dependent we ALL are on God for every breath we take, and every day we have to live on this earth.
It is just that most of us aren't as honest as you have been, because we don't realize or acknowledge that absolute dependence on God until all of our artificial supports are stripped away, such as bank accounts, retirement plans, intellect, busy schedules, earthly accomplishments or awards, etc.
We pray for each of you today that you would "cling to the cross", and that the rest of us reading this blog would likewise "cling to the cross, whether we sense our total dependence on God today or not.
We love each and every one of you!! May God continue to sustain you and give you rich times in His Word, as time allows. Thanks for the meaningful meditation again today...
As I read the blog today and your thought provoking prayer at the end, I was reminded how dependent we ALL are on God for every breath we take, and every day we have to live on this earth.
It is just that most of us aren't as honest as you have been, because we don't realize or acknowledge that absolute dependence on God until all of our artificial supports are stripped away, such as bank accounts, retirement plans, intellect, busy schedules, earthly accomplishments or awards, etc.
We pray for each of you today that you would "cling to the cross", and that the rest of us reading this blog would likewise "cling to the cross, whether we sense our total dependence on God today or not.
We love each and every one of you!! May God continue to sustain you and give you rich times in His Word, as time allows. Thanks for the meaningful meditation again today...
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: 11:01 AM, November 03, 2006
: 11:01 AM, November 03, 2006
you are always in my thoughts and prayers. You and your family have been challenged so much and your faith has grown beyond any amount that you could have imagined. I always say NEVER give up! I will stand by that everyday! Hospice is a great organization to help with you and your familys needs. I have personally seen several need hospice and down the road be taken off because the person has improved and no longer needs the services. It doesn't mean this is the end! Please think about it. They deal with life's challenges everyday and understand what you are going through.
# posted by : 6:02 PM, November 03, 2006
: 6:02 PM, November 03, 2006
Dear Vince and Amy: I am so grateful that I talked to Janie today and was able to help you with Vinny and Hope this afternoon.
Amy, I am so glad I got to see you and be close to you. Hope, your a dolly and thanks for singing your Alleluia song to me. Vinny, thanks for being a big boy and taking your puppy for a walk, so I could stay with your sister and mom. Dakota wants me to tell you that he missses seeing you, Mrs. Howard, and that your in his prayers everynight to God.
God Bless you all.
The Penzkovers
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Amy, I am so glad I got to see you and be close to you. Hope, your a dolly and thanks for singing your Alleluia song to me. Vinny, thanks for being a big boy and taking your puppy for a walk, so I could stay with your sister and mom. Dakota wants me to tell you that he missses seeing you, Mrs. Howard, and that your in his prayers everynight to God.
God Bless you all.
The Penzkovers
# posted by : 7:58 PM, November 03, 2006
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